In the popular tactical shooter game Valorant, players typically watch from the sidelines after their character is eliminated. However, with the introduction of Clove, a new non-binary character, defeat initiates a fresh set of strategic opportunities that can possibly alter a round or match.

Clove’s primary skill, named “Ruse,” allows the player to deploy vision-obscuring clouds on the battlefield, an action that can be performed both while Clove is alive and after being taken down. Beyond this, Clove’s arsenal includes a throwable damage-over-time (DoT) ability (Meddle), a power that enables them to siphon life force from a fallen enemy to boost their own speed and health (Pick Me Up), and a game-changing ultimate skill that grants them a second chance at life (Not Dead Yet). For this resurrection to last, Clove must secure a kill or contribute to damaging an opponent within a set time limit.

Riot Games, the developer behind Valorant, designed Clove with a specific type of gamer in mind: the supportive yet assertive player. They observed a lack in diversity of playstyles for the Controller class, noting that many players found it too passive compared to other roles in the game, leading them to avoid the class entirely. Clove is Riot’s answer to this, offering a new dynamic for those who prefer a more proactive approach to support.

Players have the opportunity to experience Clove’s unique playstyle by unlocking them right now. The gaming community is eager to see how this addition will influence team dynamics and the overall competitive landscape of Valorant.

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