"Hey, not dying is an art form all in its own. Sure, maybe you're more squishy than you used to be, but there are other ways to toughen up around here. Any armor made of dragon material is unbeatable protection right then and there. Protective runes exist, too, and you can add those to armor. Some enchanted items come in handy, too. This ring--" She points to one among many on her fingers. "--is enchanted to heal me whenever I kill an enemy. Morbid, I know, but if you're out of potions or mana, it can be a life-saver."