It’s a complete inversion of the "damsel in distress" trope. Aloy was never in distress—she was bait. And Helis took it.
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So the next time you watch an action scene or boot up an RPG, pay attention. That quiet girl in the corner? The one the hero underestimates? She might just be about to deliver the beating you’ve ever seen. It’s a complete inversion of the "damsel in