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System Archaeology
Deep investigations into hidden mechanics in RPGs and open-world games, reverse-engineering steering, aggro, stamina, loot tables, and animation priorities.
Sep 11, 2026
Elden Ring’s Aggro Geometry: The Distance Rules Behind Boss Pressure
This article investigates Elden Ring’s boss pressure, analyzing how engagement radii, attack range bands, and recovery m...
Sep 10, 2026
The Boss Attack Window: How a Few Frames Set the Pace of Fear
This article explores how the boss attack window dictates the pace of fear in action combat. By examining startup telegr...