He takes a direct hit, but the armor shields most of that blast.

If anything, it doesn't seem to have done very much.

He smirks widens, which doesn't help that he's got some very sharp teeth there.

"It's been rather entertaining seeing you struggle for your life so far, but you're clearly outmatched by me," he lands on the ground and folds his wings. "If you have any sense of self-preservation, I would suggest leaving now otherwise I would have to waste time killing a weakling like you."