Learning how to dash in The Forge allows you to  dodge attacks, reposition quickly, and gain an advantage over enemies. Whether you are new to the game or trying to refine your mechanics, understanding how the dash works—and when to use it—will significantly improve your performance.

What is dashing in The Forge?

Dashing in The Forge is a short, fast burst of movement that lets your character quickly move in a chosen direction. It is mainly used during combat to avoid enemy attacks, escape danger, or close distance. Unlike normal movement, a dash is instant and intentional, making it a core defensive and mobility mechanic.

Mastering how to dash in The Forge is essential because most enemies and players expect you to use it correctly. Without dashing, combat becomes slower, riskier, and much harder to control.

How to dash in The Forge (Basic controls)

To dash in The Forge, follow these steps:

1. Press the Q key on your keyboard
2. Use WASD keys to control the direction of the dash

If you press Q without holding a movement key, your character will usually dash forward. Holding W, A, S, or D while pressing Q allows you to dash in that specific direction.

Dash directions explained

Understanding directional dashing is just as important as knowing the keybind.

• Forward Dash (W + Q): Used to close distance or pressure enemies
• Side Dash (A or D + Q): Best for dodging attacks and avoiding combos
• Backward Dash (S + Q): Useful for escaping or resetting fights

Side dashing is usually the safest option during combat, especially against strong enemies or skilled players.

How to dash cancel in the Forge

Dash canceling lets you move and attack faster, improves combat flow, and helps with quick repositioning in fights.

1. Dash by pressing Q.
2. Cancel early by quickly pressing another input (WASD, attack, or block) before the dash ends.
3. Act immediately with your next move.

Be careful about the dash cooldown

Dashing in The Forge is not unlimited. After using a dash, there is a short cooldown before you can dash again. This means timing matters. If you dash too early or waste it, you may be vulnerable to attacks.

Key limitations to remember:

• You cannot dash repeatedly without waiting for cooldown
• Dashing at the wrong time can leave you open
• Panic dashing often leads to mistakes

Knowing how to dash in The Forge also means knowing when not to dash.