The VALORANT community is excited after recent hints of a new Agent joining the roster. Following the successful debuts of Iso and Clove, players are eagerly anticipating the arrival of a unique and intriguing new Agent to the roster. The first hint of this mysterious Agent appeared in the Abyss map trailer, with the hourglass symbol taking a prominent place.

More teasers were spotted in the Episode 9, Act 1 cinematic, with purple thorns trailing ominously across the screen. Leaks from sources like Valorant Updates (@ValorantUpdated) on Twitter have begun piecing together details about this Agent, from their role to their aesthetic. Let’s take a closer look at what we know so far.

Who is the next VALORANT Agent?

Based on leaked player cards and cinematic footage, this new Agent features striking purple, pink, and silver hues. Their primary symbols include an hourglass, a rose, and a thorny vine. Given their appearance in the Abyss trailer, some have speculated that the Agent may have a connection to Abyss, much like Harbor is to Lotus and Gekko is to Sunset. It's also possible that they have a lore connection to Jett, as Jett's kunai appears alongside thorns in the Episode 9 Act 1 trailer.

In a dramatic scene from the same trailer, the Agent is encased in an hourglass-shaped structure. After several bullet holes form in its icy exterior, the Agent begins to thaw, revealing a hand with sharp claw-like nails.

When will the new VALORANT Agent be revealed?

According to a Valorant update, the official reveal of the new Agent is set for August 25, shortly after the VALORANT Champions 2024 Seoul Grand Finals. This timing is consistent with Riot's pattern of launching new Agents after major tournaments, much like Clove's introduction during the Madrid Masters.

Getting Into the Game

While the Agents will be revealed on August 25, their official entry into the game could be a few days later. Based on previous releases, such as Clove's debut shortly after launch, players can expect the new Agents to go live sooner than expected.

What role will the new Agents play?

Leaked information suggests that the upcoming Agents will take on the role of Initiator. This role is essential to helping teams initiate fights and control territory, laying the foundation for tactical play.

Speculated Abilities

The design themes of the Agents - thorns, roses, metal, and hourglasses - hint at abilities that could revolve around those themes. The hourglass, in particular, suggests that time manipulation could be an element of their kit. Whether this involves stopping time, speeding it up, or slowing it down remains to be seen.

As Initiators, their abilities could be designed to gather intelligence on enemy locations, provide utility to teammates during push locations, and enable aggressive offense. For those looking to dominate matches or climb the ranks with the new Agent, getting Valorant Smurf Accounts could be a strategic move to test out this new character in different situations.

While we await more information, one thing is certain: this Agent’s unfreeze will bring new life to the game. Stay tuned for further updates as the Agent’s release draws closer, as well as the latest VALORANT esports and in-game news.