Valorant’s next agent will be officially revealed this Sunday, and there’s already a lot to unpack. From teasers to role confirmations and potential ability speculation, the upcoming Duelist is shaping up to be a game-changer. Based on available lore, teasers, and developer hints, here’s everything we know so far.

Confirmed Details: Role, Background, and Origins

The new agent, known as Agent 28, has been confirmed as a Duelist—a fact established through reactions from professional players who have seen early gameplay footage. In-game lore further confirms that Agent 28 is a woman, and multiple clues suggest she will be Thai. This speculation stems from connections in Valorant’s lore, including references to Master Bangkok and coordinates matching locations in Thailand.

Teasers and Thematic Clues

One of the earliest teasers appeared in the Prismatic Pathways player card from the battle pass. The name and colors hint at the agent’s possible abilities or playstyle. The term “pathways” suggests she may have the ability to lead her team in some way—perhaps by creating a tactical path or a movement ability that enhances team mobility.

Another clue comes from the player card’s codename, “Refract,” a term related to light refraction. This strongly suggests the agent’s abilities could involve light manipulation, reflection, or refraction. Additional teasers in trailers and promotional materials continue to reinforce this theme.

The kickoff cinematic from earlier this year also showcased a silhouette of the new agent. In one scene, she performed a maneuver resembling Jett’s Updraft and Dash, moving forward in a flash of light. This aligns with theories that her abilities may involve teleportation, dashing, or phase-shifting.

Speculation on Abilities

Several references in promotional content suggest the agent may incorporate clones, mobility, and light-based mechanics. The codename “Refract” and reflections seen in promotional videos hint at a potential clone ability, similar to Yoru’s Decoy.

Key takeaways from pro players who viewed early gameplay indicate the new agent feels like a mix of Jett, Yoru, and Reyna. Given this, her potential kit may include:

  • Dash Ability – A quick movement mechanic similar to Jett’s Dash.
  • Clone or Decoy – A fake version of herself that could mislead enemies, akin to Yoru’s clone.
  • Invisibility or Intangibility – A potential ability inspired by Reyna’s Dismiss, allowing her to avoid damage while dashing.
  • Flash Ability – Likely in some form, given the strong emphasis on light-based themes.
  • Ultimate Ability – Possibly related to portals, as a tunnel-like effect was seen in past cinematics, hinting at a potential team-based teleportation mechanic.

Connection to Valorant’s Lore and Future Updates

Valorant’s lore introduces a mysterious new faction connected to the agent’s background. Recent in-game emails and voicemails suggest that this faction seeks to harness powerful resources—possibly the large purple crystals featured in previous cinematics.

Patch 10.3 provided further hints, including an email sent to Brimstone with coordinates pointing to Thailand. Additionally, a new cinematic will likely introduce the agent’s recruitment into the Valorant Protocol. Teo, an existing character in the lore, has already mentioned wanting to introduce her to Brimstone.

Official Reveal and Release Date

Valorant’s new agent will be revealed in full on Sunday at 2:00 AM Pacific Time. Following the reveal, she will be played in a show match, allowing fans to see her in action. Content creators will also get early access, with gameplay footage expected before her official release in the next Act, which begins next week.

In the days leading up to the reveal, Riot Games is expected to release additional teasers. If the usual countdown pattern follows, the final hints should start appearing today.