Thank you very much! I'm really happy with this feedback, and was already implementing some of your changes in the next version (0.8.6). I'm still trying to make the game more fun and this is definitely not the final iteration of the battles.
Random elements through out the day is very important and I can't wait to add some new changes (no spoilers!).
I hope to hear back on your thoughts after a few updates because it's only going to get better from here!