VALORANT is introducing yet another agent to their roster of characters. Welcome Waylay, the newest duelist in the game. Originally from Thailand, Waylay brings an intense, movement-heavy playstyle. In this article, we'll take a look at their abilities and kit, built around speed, space-taking, and a brand-new status effect.
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Who is Waylay? VALORANT’s Newest Duelist
Waylay is a radiant who has the power of light to dash through battlefields and reposition swiftly. They also stand out with vibrant colors and a futuristic look. Waylay is described as a "prismatic duelist who transforms into light itself, striking down opponents with precision before slipping away at the speed of light."
Waylay Valorant Release Date
Wondering when you can play the new agent in VALORANT? Waylay will be released in VALORANT on March 5, 2025.
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Waylay’s Abilities: Breaking Down the Kit
Refract (E)
INSTANTLY create a beacon of light on the floor. REACTIVATE to speed back to your beacon as a mote of pure light. You are invulnerable as you travel.
Light Speed (Q)
EQUIP to prepare for a burst of speed. FIRE to dash forward twice. ALT FIRE to dash once. Only your first dash can send you upward.
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Saturate (C)
INSTANTLY throw a cluster of light that explodes upon contact with the ground, HINDERING nearby players with a powerful movement and weapon slow.
Convergent Paths (X - Ultimate)
EQUIP to focus your prismatic power. FIRE to create an afterimage of yourself that projects a beam of light. After a brief delay, you gain a powerful speed boost and the beam expands, HINDERING other players in the area.
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What is Hindering in Valorant?
Hindering is a new debuff exclusive to Waylay’s kit in Valorant. You'll get access to it only while playing this agent. It applies a slow effect that impacts:
- Reload speed
- Movement speed
- Jump speed
- Fire rate
- Equip time
- Recoil recovery
Hindering impacts your opponent’s ability to shoot and react effectively, making it an incredibly powerful tool in VALORANT.
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Why Should You Play Waylay?
You might be wondering why the new VALORANT agent would be good for you. First off, they have insane mobility. Repositioning and moving around the battlefield will be easy for you. Hidering will give you a huge advantage against your opponents as well. Waylay thrives against defensive setups that rely on stationary utility.
Final Thoughts
Waylay will surely change VALORANT’s duelist meta. She hasn't been released yet but the Hindering debuff seems quite promising. Waylay will be available in VALORANT on March 5, 2025.
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