initiator

Definition

Initiator is one of the four agent roles in Valorant. Initiators provide info, flashes, and disruption to enable executes. Examples include Sova, Skye, KAY/O, Breach, Fade, and Gekko. Initiators tend to support duelists in entries and reveal enemy positions for the team to act on.

Example

"Our initiator flashed in for the entry frag." The Skye flash blinded the defender so the duelist could swing.

Related terms

• duelist
• sentinel
• controller
• entry fragger