After just going through 3 ascend kayaks, I would not recommend their sit on top models.
Their sit-ins however, have less failure points. If your absolutely set on a sit-in style and ascend, I would recommend their H12, absolutely do not go with a 10' unless it won't fit wherever your storing it.
The Facebook groups are the best way to find commons issue, I know the way the seat mounts in the H12 can be a common failure point for heavier guys.
I do forsee you having issues loading a deer or large animal onto one though. I have duck, beaver, whitetail, and even turkey hunted out of a kayak and canoe, and would always prefer sit on top, self bailing and much easier to get in and out with layers on. You do sacrifice some stability though.
Fortunately you are purchasing at the right time of year, lots for sale now and even more by January. Stimulus check kayaks that got used when the weather was warm.