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1. Combos

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   Combos, derived from the term "combination," are fundamental sequences of specialized attacks executed in rapid succession within various interactive media, most notably fighting games. The successful execution of a combo usually results in damage or tactical advantage that would be significantly less effective if the constituent moves were performed individually and spaced out. The concept relies on the principle of hit-stun degradation or the brief window of immobility experienced by a character after being successfully struck, …