ive got a battle going for like 5 minutes here. just started a new game, defending myself from Buccaneer party of one armed with some sword. I have a stick and base game armor. I must have a higher defense setting because he has done no damage to me, and when i hit him he takes one damage.. He started at 74 health, and after approximately 8 minutes, he is 50 health, while I have yet to take damage....