Answers for August 9, 2026

The four VALDLE solutions of August 9, 2026, one per mode, each with a short codex note.

Agent

Deadlock

Deadlock

A Norwegian operative out of a black-ops unit, Deadlock locks a site down with nanowire. GravNet and Sonic Sensor punish anyone who moves loudly, and Annihilation drags a caught enemy away to die.

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Silhouette

Raze

Raze

A Brazilian demolition expert out of the favelas of Rio, Raze clears angles with explosives instead of aim. Boom Bot, Paint Shells and the Showstopper rocket launcher make holding a corner a bad idea.

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Ability

Phoenix

Phoenix

A British Radiant who plays with fire and never doubts himself, Phoenix heals inside his own Hot Hands and blinds around corners with Curveball. Run it Back sends a copy in first, then rewinds him to safety, the cheapest ultimate in the game at six points.

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Map

Ascent (Valorant map)

Ascent

A Venetian island raised out of the water, Ascent is built around a huge open mid and two mechanical doors either team can slam shut.

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