I've tried a dozen times in battle w/ no avail. I've got just one
thief and he alternates "Near Foe" and "Belligerence" spells. It
seems inefficient. I either need another character that can cast one
of these spells or some wands to help.

Everytime I go to the Arbor Crest Mage Shoppe, there's never any
Wand of Attractions. Is there a way I can get one to appear?

Also, is there another thief character other than Heric that I can
pick up to cast more of these spells?

All my characters are 15 Level.

Thanks