Highland Fling - Boulder Trap (Two Ways)

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After using the vines on the ceiling to swing across the toxic pit, go through the crawlspace into the dark corridor beyond.

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Stepping on the tile to the right of the crawlspace triggers a deadly rolling boulder.

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To avoid it, position Lara facing the direction the boulder will come from. Stand on the left side of the hallway facing the second crawlspace, just ahead on the right. Run to the wall...

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...so Lara stops facing the crawlspace head on.

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Then quickly duck and crawl in.

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Even if Lara's legs are still protruding from the crawlspace a bit, she'll still be OK.

- OR -

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Alternatively, after crawling in from the previous room, turn around and face the crawlspace you just came through. Step forward so Lara's chest is against the wall. Then sidestep left just far enough to trigger the boulder.

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Immediately sidestep back to the right...

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...and crouch. Again, even if Lara's legs extend out of the crawlspace a little...

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...the boulder should still miss her.

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