special attack
Unique combat technique
A special attack is a powerful or unique combat move in video games, distinct from basic attacks.
Special attacks typically require building up a meter, consuming resources, or meeting specific conditions before use: Save your special attack for the boss.
Fighting games, RPGs, and action games each implement special attacks differently—from Street Fighter's quarter-circle inputs to Pokémon's type-based moves.
The term extends to any signature offensive capability: The dragon's fire breath is its special attack.
- ultimateHighest or most extreme
- ultimate abilityPeak combat skill
- finisherOne who completes tasks
- comboItems grouped together
- critical hitBonus damage on lucky strike
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- signature movesfinishing move, trademark, signature move, master stroke, go-to move
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