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Brimstone
ControllerBrimstone is a straightforward controller who gives teammates dependable smoke coverage, area denial and a short combat boost.
Original editorial profile · Reviewed Oct 27, 2026How Brimstone works
His kit rewards simple coordination: smoke the dangerous sightlines, then enter while the vision blockers still matter.
What to do during a round
Pick which angles your team cannot clear simultaneously, smoke those positions and preserve an Incendiary for the post-plant or a retake.
ABILITIES EXPLAINED
Abilities & ultimate
What each ability does and when to use it in a real match.
01Basic
Stim Beacon
Place a zone that helps teammates fight more efficiently during a coordinated duel.
02Basic
Incendiary
Launch a fire projectile to deny a position or interrupt a defuse.
03Signature
Sky Smoke
Place multiple long-lasting smokes using the tactical targeting interface.
04Ultimate
Orbital Strike
Call down powerful area damage on a selected location, forcing opponents to move.
When to activate the ultimate
Orbital Strike is best when opponents cannot leave an area easily, such as a planted Spike or a narrow contested position.
A common mistake to avoid
Avoid smoking the entrance your own team needs to watch; careless placement can let defenders hide inside your cover.
Improve your fundamentals
VALORANT Tips Read the Volpedia tips on aiming, attacking and defending, then put the character’s abilities into practice.
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Ability names and general game rules were checked against publisher materials and version-aware references on October 27, 2026. Strategy is original editorial guidance, not a live tier list. The current client may differ following balance updates.
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