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Phoenix was one of the first Agents to join the Valorant beta, but he remains one of the least utilized duelists. Previously considered overwhelming, he faced tough competition from heavily picked Agents like Sage and Killjoy, making survival difficult. RPGStash brings you a comprehensive guide on Valorant's Phoenix.

Though the current version has balanced things out, Phoenix is rarely seen in play these days. From professional players to unranked lobbies, his pick rate has taken a hit. However, when used effectively, players can easily gather information, secure kills, and control areas with this Agent. So, how can you use Phoenix effectively in Valorant?

How to Play Phoenix in Valorant

In the current version, Phoenix may not be overpowering in any sense. Nevertheless, if you know how to use him correctly, he can become an annoying and frustrating duelist. The goal is to be unpredictable, proactive, and distract enemies, regardless of your position on the map, so that your teammates can smoothly advance.

Phoenix's Fiery Abilities

(Q) Blaze

Equip a fireball that curves through the air and explodes shortly after being thrown. Launching fire, bend the blaze to the left, detonating and blinding any players who see it. Alternate fire curves the blaze to the right.

(E) Hot Hands

Equip a fireball. Throw it to explode in a fiery blaze after a short delay or on impact, dealing damage to enemies.

(C) Curveball

Equip a flare. Fire to curve the flare left, detonating and blinding any players who see it. Alternate fire curves the flare right.

(X) Run It Back (Ultimate)

Instantly place a marker at Phoenix's location. While this ability is active, dying or letting the timer expire will end this ability and bring Phoenix back to the marker with full health.

Attacker Strategies

Like any other duelist, Phoenix's objectives are clear - create space. His kit is well-suited for this as his "Blaze" ability will help you conceal your entrance to a site, while the "Hot Hands" can deter enemies from countering.

"Hot Hands" will stall enemies and delay their retakes. You can also use the "Curveball" aggressively at the start of a round to catch enemies off-guard and force them out of angles. You have two such flashes, so make sure to keep at least one for post-plant situations.

As a Phoenix player, your goal is to ensure that everyone can enter the site, and you are the first duelist pushing in. Utilize your utility to create cover and opportunities for setting up post-plants with your team.

Defender Strategies

As Phoenix on the defending side, your job is to hold early angles and push for more information when needed. For instance, if you're holding B Long and haven't spotted any enemies pushing towards you, either regroup with your team or continue holding until more information is gathered.

In rare cases, you can flank and push the enemy, but this depends on factors like their economy, your ultimate, and the scoreline. For now, use "Hot Hands" to prevent pushes and "Blaze" to cut off enemies attempting to enter the site.

If you're unsure whether enemies are around a corner, save your flashes, and try to retain your ultimate for resets and playing with your team.

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Conclusion

Valorant's Phoenix might not be the dominant force he once was, but with the right strategy and gameplay, he can still wreak havoc on the battlefield. Utilize his fiery abilities to create chaos, outsmart opponents, and support your team in securing victory. Whether attacking or defending, mastering Phoenix will bring a dynamic edge to your Valorant gameplay, making him a valuable asset to any team.