Parry Slash, Dodge Slash, and Reversal Slash

Echoes of Aincrad has three timing-based special responses that trigger team-up attacks between the player and their NPC companion. Each one rewards a specific read on an enemy attack.

Parry Slash

Executed right after a successful parry. Blocking at the last possible moment interrupts the incoming attack and triggers a paired follow-up slash with the companion.

Dodge Slash

Executed right after a successful dodge. Dodging through an attack at the last possible moment lets the hero and companion immediately retaliate with a team-up strike.

Reversal Slash

Rather than reacting to an incoming attack, Reversal Slash specifically punishes enemy openings. It is the offensive counterpart of the two defensive moves and turns a readable enemy animation into a coordinated team hit.