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# Increase Vortex Flicker Time

The time to lower the shield will be increased If it holds something. Since the window of opportunity will be increased, enemy titans can abuse it to punish Ion.

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(0:17) Throwing a tether at Ion's shield increases the time to lower the shield, allowing Northstar to punish Ion more easily.
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