I think Guard is usually the best option, especially with tanky units, since the moment the enemy’s special triggers your unit will probably suffer a lot. It also helps them take more hits.
I agree, though I think it depends on team comp, if you dont have a way of keeping him in qr range try and pair him up with a falchion renewal healer and keep him in that sweet spot
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