Bloody money-grubbing Shumis. They're no different from that fat bastard NORG! A foolproof way to deal with draw points is to look at it and see if there is a pinkish/purplish tinge. If so, then you can probably get some magic from it.

I've found, in Final Fantasy VIII at least, attack is the best form of defense. Junction magic to get the Strength stat up, and use Protect in battle. I really like using the Meltdown-Aura-Limit Break combo with Irvine and Squall in particular.

Yeah, your HP should be fine. Good luck!