Wind-up

A Mantis Lord prepares to attack from the wallThe boss’s wall stance precedes a lunge
Hollow KnightA Mantis Lord prepares to attack from the wall
  1. The boss’s wall stance precedes a lunge
© Team Cherry; gameplay capture by FeelTheDango · Source ↗

A preparatory action separates attack commitment from its damaging stage.

Design tips

  • Give preparation a distinct pose and enough time for the intended response.

Examples