Gaming
flank
What does flank mean?
To bypass the enemy frontline and attack from the side or behind, straight onto their carries and casters. Frontline can't peel for what they can't reach.
"Don't fight into their tanks, flank through the trees and delete the mid."
Origin
Borrowed from military tactics; a flanking maneuver hits the enemy's side rather than head-on.
Frequently asked questions
What does "flank" mean in gaming?
It means going round the side to hit the squishy backline instead of the tanky units up front.
How do you use "flank" in a sentence?
For example: "I'll flank right and take out their healer while you push mid."
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