I think many players ask this question when they start playing Valorant. What is a Valorant agent and how do they work? I saw different characters with strange powers and I did not know who to pick. We should know what agents are, what their roles mean and how their abilities help the team. If we understand this we can play better and enjoy the game more. In this guide we will talk about agents, their abilities, their roles and how to use them on different maps. I will also share my own experience and answer common questions
What Is A Valorant Agent
A Valorant agent is a playable character in the game Valorant made by Riot Games. Each agent has a unique set of abilities that help the team in different ways. Some agents are good at attacking, some are good at defending and some help with map control. If we pick the right agent we can win more games and have more fun
How Many Agents Are There
As of now there are 27 Valorant agents. Riot Games keeps adding new agents with every patch. Each agent belongs to one of four roles
- Duelist
- Initiator
- Controller
- Sentinel
We should learn what each role means so we can choose the right agent for our team
What Are The Roles Of Valorant Agents
Duelist
Duelists are the main attackers. They are good at fighting enemies and getting kills. If we like to play aggressively we should pick a duelist. Examples are Jett Phoenix Raze and Iso
Initiator
Initiators help the team enter sites and fight enemies. They use utility to break enemy vision and create space. Examples are Breach Sova Fade and Tejo
Controller
Controllers help control the map. They use smoke and area denial to block enemy vision. If we want to help the team from behind we should pick a controller. Examples are Brimstone Omen Viper and Clove
Sentinel
Sentinels are defenders. They protect sites and watch flanks. If we like to play smart and hold positions we should pick a sentinel. Examples are Sage Cypher Killjoy and Chamber
Why Picking The Right Agent Matters
If we pick the wrong agent our team might lose. That is why we should look at the map, our team composition and our playstyle. Some agents are better on certain maps. For example Viper is strong on Icebox and Lotus because of her smokes and wall. Jett is good on Ascent because she can dash and take control fast. We should also think about our skill level. If we are new players we should pick agents with simple abilities like Sage or Brimstone
My Personal Experience With Valorant Agents
When I started playing I picked Phoenix because I liked his fire abilities. Then I tried Sage and I felt more useful. I could heal my teammates and slow down enemies. That made me feel good. Later I learned how to use Brimstone and his smokes helped my team win many rounds. Now I play Clove because they are a mix of controller and duelist. I like their utility and how they can come back to life with their ultimate
How To Learn About Valorant Agents
We should read agent guides and watch gameplay videos. Riot Games shares patch notes and updates that change agent abilities. We should also look at the Valorant tier list to see which agents are strong in the current meta. Some sites like StrategyPage and Gamer.org give expert insights and tactical tips. If we want to improve we should follow pro play and learn from the best players
What Are Agent Abilities
Each agent has four abilities
- One signature ability
- Two buyable abilities
- One ultimate ability
Abilities include smoke flashes, healing recon and traps. We should learn how to use them at the right time. For example Sova’s recon bolt helps find enemies. Sage’s resurrection range can bring back a teammate. Omen’s smokes help block enemy vision. If we use abilities smartly we can win more rounds
What Is Agent Utility
Utility means the tools and abilities that help the team. Good utility can stop enemies, control the map and protect teammates. Controllers use utility to block vision. Sentinels use utility to defend sites. Initiators use utility to break enemy setups. Duelists use utility to fight and get kills. We should use utility with teamwork and timing
What Is Agent Pick Rate
Pick rate means how often an agent is picked in games. Some agents have a high pick rate because they are strong in the current meta. For example Jett has a high pick rate in pro play because of her movement and Operator use. Clove and Tejo are new agents with rising pick rates. We should check pick rate in patch notes and tier list highlights
What Is Agent K/D And ACS
K/D means kill to death ratio. ACS means average combat score. These numbers show how well an agent performs. If we want to improve our rating we should pick agents with high ACS and good K/D. But we should also play smart and help the team. Winning is more important than just getting kills
What Is Team Composition
Team composition means the mix of agents in a team. A good team has all roles covered. For example one duelist, one controller, one initiator and two sentinels. We should talk to our team and build a balanced comp
What Are The Best Agents For Each Map
Ascent
Jett Omen Sova Killjoy Sage
Icebox
Viper Sova Raze Sage Chamber
Lotus
Raze Clove Fade Cypher Brimstone
Haven
Phoenix Breach Omen Cypher Sage
Split
Raze Tejo Omen Killjoy Sage
Pearl
Jett Clove Sova Chamber Sage
Fracture
Breach Tejo Brimstone Cypher Sage
We should pick agents that fit the map and our playstyle
What Is The Valorant Protocol
Valorant Protocol is the story behind the agents. Each agent has a real name and background. For example Jett is from South Korea and Sage is from China. The agents fight to protect the world from enemies and threats. Riot Games shares lore and character stories in patch notes and videos
What Should New Players Know
New players should
- Start with simple agents like Sage Brimstone or Phoenix
- Learn the maps and callouts
- Use abilities with teamwork
- Watch guides and tutorials
- Play with friends and ask for help
If we follow these tips we will enjoy the game and improve faster
Conclusion
I think we should all understand what a Valorant agent is and how they help the team. If we pick the right agent and use abilities smartly we can win more games and enjoy the experience. We should learn about roles, maps, utility and teamwork. Whether we are new players or experienced ones, Valorant agents are the key to success. I hope this article helped you understand agents in a simple way. Let us play smart and support each other in every match
