Every noob I've talked to says they want a pv that looks, tastes, and feels exactly like an analog. They end up buying a piece of crap and find out they want the exact opposite within days.
"I want one that is the same size as a cigarette and tastes just like a Marlboro Light!" -- yada yada yada. I just look them in the eye and tell them, "No you don't". This falls under the category of 'save a noob'.
Softer mouthpieces? I'm sure you can find them. In fact, almost all the new model whistle tips in various models are softer. You bought a dragon - happy with it, or not?