C&C for Sprites: Practice, possible game. Need help

[Bearded_Beast]

It seems this has been forgotten by more than just myself. No comments, suggestions, criticisms or opinions on this piece or the changes?

Here at tSR, a group of friends (who aren't very versed in pixel art), and one other fellow spriter are what will help me discern my final aesthetic. Whether I go with a the cartoonish outline that serves well for the 16bit Megaman X, or if I scrap this look and start over. With an attempt to capture more of a Megaman Zero / Metroid: Zero Mission / Castlevania: SotN / Demon's Crest aesthetic.

I like this image to a point. But there is something bothering me about the solid black outline. Though most of my friends whom I've showed it to have said the following.
-"The one with the solid outline looks more finished."
-"Looks good. Alot like Megaman X." (not really what I wanted to do)

I really do need some comments. (and don't think I've ignored you Bombshell98) I cannot decide with how little input I have currently.