after every melee attack. not after magic or anything.
It HAS to happen after every melee attack? If so that makes me want him to die.
he has low defence, and low hitpoints.
he is a quick striker. You have him attack, and then he jumps back two squares to avoid counterattacks, and to give you room to put someone in there so that he isn't destroyed in the next turn.
I don't see how it makes you want to let him die.
and honestly, you're not required to use everyone