Why can't my character fight?

[Ryastar]

Originally Posted by Holywhippet

I think Heroes V lets the hero attack as well IIRC.

I believe so as well, but he cannot be attacked back. I've always thought that kinda dumb in this kind of game, just realistically speaking. If the hero is present to direct all his troops in battle - a single, small human (or whatever) - why doesn't a black dragon go and EAT him?

I know why they don't let that happen, but it is kinda unrealistic, don't ya think?