Minority Mindset

In the broadcast of Kick Talk on March 15th, Eddie (also known as Ed Craven), the CEO and co-founder of Kick, shared details about the upcoming changes.

One of the most rampant themes among users discussing the post revolves around expectations that newcomers have when diving into Valorant. The phrase “it’s a FUN SHOOTING game” becomes almost an ironic mantra as players recount stories of optimistic first games quickly devolving into calamity. For example, user techyGyrnex succinctly points out their shocking losses despite having a “whole dumptruck full of util.” It’s not just a loss; it’s a loss compounded by the weight of expectations. The sentiment here is clear: when players enter the game expecting a casual blast, they often walk away clutching their heads in disbelief. The initial excitement morphs into this surreal experience where fun feels like a distant memory.

Dying during Clove’s ultimate ability seems to become a rite of passage for any player looking to harness its powers. The Reddit post threw open the floodgates for players to share their mortifying tales. One user, bigeyedelephant, humorously pointed out that “didn’t get i-framed quick enough” was the reason for their demise. The timing on these abilities can make or break a round—mess it up, and you can find yourself staring at the screen, contemplating life choices. Another comment from DoctorWelrish brought a new angle to the discussion, mentioning, “I found a bug where if a KJ ult pops right when you get up from a Clove ult…” which perfectly illustrates how the timing of abilities can create chaotic and utterly strange interactions in the game. These incidents spark laughter but also a desire for clarity in game mechanics.

The Valorant community is rife with creativity, and this inspect animation is no exception. It is a testament to how players often step up to share their enhancements, animations, and gameplay skills. Martitoad’s video serves not only as an impressive display of knife flipping but as an invitation for others to showcase their talents too. As user “1chicken2nuggets” pointed out, “after watching it again, I realize it’s actually a helix with more steps; it looks really smooth! Gg wp.” This comment encapsulates what spectators are thinking – a mix of awe and a desire to push their own skills further.

The original poster’s experience echoes what many veteran Valorant players have felt after taking time away from the game. When they returned to ranked matches after their seven-month break, they felt as though they were facing an overwhelming number of players who seemed to belong in ranks far above theirs. They stated, “I’m constantly getting insta one tapped,” adding a sense of shock and disbelief as they struggled to keep pace with the relentless onslaught of highly skilled opponents. This sentiment was mirrored in comments like one from user KennKennyKenKen, who suggested checking player stats and noted that an influx of players peaking in Ascendant or Immortal ranks often cascades into the lower ranks, creating an unintended skill mismatch that many returning players aren’t equipped to handle. This means that while Valorant’s matchmaking system is designed for fairness, it can dramatically change following major updates and resets.

It shouldn’t surprise anyone that Sheridan’s oil drama is getting a second season. After gaining numbers on the Paramount+ streaming service, Landman even managed to outrank the likes of Squid Game Season 2 in some weeks.

In keeping with past events, Warlocks, Titans, and Hunters can earn different grades of Medallions – ranging from Bronze to Diamond – by completing Ritual tasks as well as special modes called Supremacy and Rushdown.