10 Animation Readability

Animation must remain readable at gameplay scale.

Idle Rules

• Subtle breathing.
• Small weight shifts.
• Cape moves after torso.
• Hands do not jitter.

Jump

takeoff -> air -> peak -> fall -> landing

Hit Reactions

| Reaction | Rule |

| --- | --- |

| Small hit | 3 frames, quick return. |

| Big hit | More body bend and longer hold. |

| Launch | Clear upward arc. |

| Ground slam | Compression, dust, floor contact. |

Details can vanish, but action intent cannot.