don't start in a ranked battle. read some of the other fights.

Skallagrim vs DJAtomika. 
DJAtomika vs Rilla.
Just pick a good topic thag features Skallagrim, DJ, Melonhead, ImportantNobody, etc. amd read.

You can look for other novices, there are some new ones actually, or ask a veteran to show you the ropes.