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In TowerFall, using this mechanic with good timing allows players to catch incoming arrows. (10[1])In Hollow Knight, a charm outside (-5[1])where Bretta is trapped buffs this mechanic (10[1])that is buffed (10[1])by Sharp Shadow. This (10[1])mechanic (10[1])is the last word in the title of a game with a competitive scene based around the Demonlist. In Celeste, (10[1])winged strawberries disappear after (10[1])using this mechanic, (10[1])whose use can be refreshed (10[1])by green diamonds. This is the last word in the title of a game featuring a cube jumping over triangular spikes (10[1])to the beat of music. (10[1])For 10 points, what video game mechanic appears in the title of a side-scrolling platformer after “Geometry?” ■END■ (10[1])

ANSWER: dashing [accept Geometry Dash; accept Dashmaster; accept dodge or dodging; prompt on Mothwing Cloak or Shade Cloak by asking “what general mechanic does that allow the Knight to do?;” reject answers describing “walking” or “running” or “sprinting”]
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