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Well, I mean, Danongorf is an orc, so that kinda negates part of the whole 'horrible hp and defense' thing that comes with backline mages like summoners, if only just a little. Also he's good with a shortsword, which will very soon be replaced with a cool meat cleaver thing for preparing and cooking giant monsters... 

Also, you know, summoned frontliners...