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Learn how to master the roll dodge in Devil May Cry 4! This guide covers timing, invincibility frames, and how rolling boosts your style rank.

Alright, let's talk about one of the most fundamental defensive moves in Devil May Cry 4: the roll. It might seem simple, but getting the hang of this will seriously up your game and keep you from taking unnecessary damage.

How to Roll:

1. Make sure you're holding down the lock-on button (usually L1/LB).
2. While locked on, press the direction button towards your character's right or left.
3. Quickly tap the jump button.

This will make Nero or Dante perform a quick roll in that direction.

Why Rolling is Your Best Friend:

• Dodging Attacks: This is the main reason you'll be rolling. Every enemy in the game gives you a heads-up before they attack, whether it's a visual cue or a sound effect. Learn to recognize these tells, and you can roll right out of the way. It's also super useful for canceling out of your own attack animations if you see an enemy winding up to hit you.
• That Sweet Invincibility Window: Here's the really cool part: for a tiny fraction of a second in the middle of the roll, both Nero and Dante are completely invincible. This means if you time it *just right*, an enemy's attack will literally pass through you harmlessly. It's not the whole roll, just that split second when they're tucked down. Mastering this timing is key to surviving some of the tougher enemy assaults.
• Style Meter Boost: Just like performing stylish attacks or other dodges, successfully rolling away from an enemy's attack will actually increase your style meter. So, the better you get at rolling defensively, the higher your style ranking will climb. It's a win-win!