Quote Originally Posted by Tomada View Post
And one thing is certain. Durkon was preparing to fight a Cleric AND a Undead(Redcloak and Xykon), so he has a great deal of advantage there too.
Roy and Durkon have been discussing strategies and tactics to use against Xykon and Redcloak since they set sail for the Western Continent. It makes sense that Durkon would be getting ready for a challenge like this. (Though I doubt their plans called for splitting the party! )

My guess is that Malack is either rustier than Tarquin is or he became reliant on Tarquin's guidance in combat.