Let me explain it step by step. Whoever moves faster attacks first, and the more damage they deal in one hit, the less damage they receive in return. Whoever moves slower gets hit first, and the better their defense, the more damage they can inflict. Attack only affects melee combat, while armor, although with a lower percentage, affects all types of physical damage. In general, for your overall knowledge, read the Physics Guide – there is a topic about this, find it.
In general, I will be re-evaluating many things in my game now, but now I have even more questions. I used to always start with Bron and didn't have any problems with basilisks. I knew that Tazar was strong, but after carefully studying the Physics Guide and realizing how incredibly strong he is, I need to process and rethink everything again in the game.