Those two abilities seem to be somewhat at odds with each other.

Mmm.. Interesting. "Don't block me, you'll regret it. Ok, I warned you..." Most people don't call his bluff; those that do, fall down go boom.

But yeah, mechanically, intimidate does mean you're not often going to get to use the fun and interesting second one.

Flavourwise I intended something like: "You don't see me, but if you do I'll take you with me." My design idea behind it was to give him a backup if the opponent plays blue.