SWEET! I did it!

Well, at least the two "easy" rares.
I tried using a bunch of different techniques but the one that did it for me was:
Lei Fang
1P+K (charge)
This method was by far the easiest. I just charged and released when it made sense. The only thing I did other than that was basic attacks/counters when I was put in a bad situation. But most the time (if you time it right) you can keep them at bay.
HELL YES! /cheers - Now for survival.