This mechanic goes against everything your gamer mind tells you. And it's pretty epic.
I dodged the falling pillars and got soft locked a few times before realizing the you must accept death, was literal, and about me.
Dude, the flail is awesome. You take "fail" add another L, and you're winning again. Who'd think it?
And I'm liking the direction you're going with the thematic details (menu, music, the textures).
I'd love to play more levels. I need more flail in my life.