Logged in and started… Only with which weapon? Riot’s tactical shooter Valorant is still hyped – and here, besides the agent skills, the weapons are crucial. In our big weapons guide we want to take a closer look at them. This time it’s about the big crossfire of the Valorant armory: the Odin.

Currently, there are 17 weapons in Valorant, and the variety is great: from the sniper, to the shotgun, to the assault rifle… The shooter lives up to its name. But which weapon is suitable for which agent? Which strategy should be followed with which weapon? And what is the firing pattern, how high is the damage and the rate of fire? We reveal.

The Odin – BOOM, BOOM, BOOM…

Somehow, it seems to be the weapon we would most expect to see in Rambo’s hands if he were playable as an agent in Valorant. The Heavy is really heavy, big, and just balls out. Yes, Sylverste Stallone would get a kick out of it…. And so would we. For those who always wanted to crouch through Haven, Bind etc. with continuous fire, can do so perfectly with this companion.

Damage, rate of fire, firing pattern

The name is no coincidence: Odin, the father of the gods in Germanic culture, stands for war and battle. And the weapon of the same name lives up to its namesake. Its damage can be compared to that of the Vandal – at least for body hits (38 Damage) and shots to the legs (32 Damage). Headshots, on the other hand, are less effective and only do 95 damage. At longer distances, further than 30 meters, the damage decreases somewhat. But the Odin does not only live from its single shot damage, here it is: mass instead of class. Its 100-bullet magazine makes it a marathon weapon. In addition, its rate of fire increases over time. After a few seconds of continuous fire, 12 rounds per second become 15.6 per second. The firing pattern, however, takes some getting used to. First, the weapon pulls upward, which can be compensated for by moving the mouse downward. Then the weapon fires upwards, then right and finally sharply left. This also needs to be balanced and requires some practice.

Odin Strategies

Since the Odin shows its full potential with continuous fire, it is important to use this wisely. Run-and-gun is not a sensible strategy here, because in motion the weapon becomes too inaccurate. Instead of running, we recommend sneaking/crouching. You can still shoot very well and in the best case get a lot of kills, while you let your opponents go down in a hail of bullets. Perfect for tactical maneuvers in a team or to defend/take a point with an agile main. In 1v1 you should rather try your luck with the Phantom or Vandal.

When should you buy the Odin?

It is the second most expensive weapon in the game. So buying the Odin means making a commitment, because spending 3,200 credits just for one round seems a bit much. If you choose it, you’ll play with it longer and adapt your style to the weapon. It does best from the early Late Game onwards, as it simply has a lot of power.

The Best Agents for the Odin

Agile agents would tend to limit the Odin, as they can only sneak with her. Characters like Cypher do best with the weapon, as they have scouting abilities and thus won’t be surprised by Assassin attacks. It’s always good to know where the enemies are, but with the Odin it’s crucial. Otherwise you get headshotted before you can start your continuous fire.

Next week Sunday we will continue with the next part of our Valorant Guide. Until then, we’ll have plenty of Valorant news and more tips & tricks on the weapons in Riot’s tactical shooter:

• Valorant Weapons Guide: Marshal
• Valorant Weapons Guide: Vandal
• Valorant Weapons Guide: Bulldog

Valorant Beginner’s Guide

Overwhelmed with Valorant? No wonder… Without experience in similar games (such as CS:GO or Overwatch) the start in Valorant is difficult. But don’t worry, we are here to help you with our Valorant Beginner Guide.

Valorant is a special game. Many think that getting into the game is easy, but without shooter experience, you’ll quickly be on the ropes. Even CS:GO veterans can get into trouble… In Counter Strike, there are no flying knife-throwing things-people. But that’s why we are here.

This beginner’s guide is meant to help you get started in Valorant and introduce you to the world of Valorant. After that, the most important features should be clear to you, so that the fun in Valorant is not lost.

Valorant Beginner Guide: Basics

Let’s start with the meaning behind the game. In other words: What is Valorant anyway? Valorant is a first-person shooter in which two teams consisting of five players face off. The first team to win 13 rounds wins. Both teams have a different role – attacker and defender.

The goal of the attackers is to place a spike and protect it until detonation. This must happen on one of the three spots (A/B/C). In turn, the defenders must prevent the attackers from doing so.

Each match consists of two halves. After the first half (12 rounds), the two teams switch roles. The attackers become defenders, the defenders become attackers. Easy.

Agents

Before the start of a match, each player must choose an agent. Agents have unique skills, which in most cases also require a certain playstyle (offensive, defensive, support, etc.). Currently there are 16 agents in total, but new agents have already been leaked and should be added soon.

As a new player, you can initially choose between 5 free agents: Brimstone, Phoenix, Sova, Jett and Sage. To unlock more agents, you will have to sign contracts, which is mostly done via Daily Quests or earning experience points.

Valorant Beginner Guide: The best agent to start with

Phoenix is by far the easiest agent to start with in Valorant. His skills are not too complicated, can be combined well in any situation. But watch out with the flashbangs (aka your Q skill)! You’ll probably flashbang yourself and your mates quite often in the beginning, but practice makes perfect!

Valorant Beginner Guide: The best mode to start with

Stay away from Unrated mode for the beginning. This may sound strange, but especially the beginning of Valorant might be hard for you. Frustration will lead to quick quits, which in turn will get you involved in penalties and XP loss. That’s why you should start with Spike Rush first. An average game here lasts 8 minutes, while other modes can easily go over 50 minutes. In Spike Rush, you’ll be quickly released from suffering without having to take any penalties.

In addition, you don’t have to do any eco rounds in Spike Rush. This means that you’ll be able to try out your agents’ abilities, as well as the most varied weapons. Spike Rush is a great mode to learn the basics of Valorant. When you feel like you’re firmly in the saddle, you can try your luck in Unrated mode. After 20 matches in Unrated mode, you’ll gain access to Competitive mode, where you can earn ranks.

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