And this way, I can also jet out the occasional electrical tentacle to slap 'em away, which may not do harm, but gives you guys room to do range attacks. Zale can even be useful with his light powers. Even though the light won't harm in itself, it can be concussive, like Cyclops' optic beams (though not as strong, of course). And Bug can diminish the fiery effects of the elemental baddies. And everybody else can attack as they see fit.
Minimal energy expended for me, and max defense for you guys.
“…Judge not what a man has done, but judge what he could have done if he was a different bloke altogether. For art thou a leper? And a leper can changeth his spots…” --Rudy Wade, Misfits (Series 4, Episode 8)