Yes, these helpful little folks (mine is a gnome so he isn't always in my way) have taken it upon themselves to nuke your mobs while you root rot (at least in balanced mode, anyways)....this (of course) plays havoc with your VP and root. If you feel you must have him, you may want to change his stance when you are at 100% HP.
~Azgoth of Halo Guardians of Drinal