My favorite thing about this is the hypocrisy the OP is showing. I don't see the point the OP is saying, in a perfect situation, you'd want Protect on everyone. But best case outside of perfect is having it on the tank at the very least, and it is a ranged cast, so just cast it, sprint and be on your way. No need for all this whining about "He didn't wait! He's the only one who's going to take damage! But I want Protect on everyone!". If the tank pulls a group or a boss, throw a Regen/Adloq/Aspected Benefic on the tank, Protect the group, and you're done. No need for all this drama of just letting the tank die.