Ult orb
How ultimates charge
Each agent's ultimate needs a set number of points. Points come from:
- getting kills;
- dying;
- planting or defusing the Spike;
- collecting ult orbs.
Why orbs matter
Picking up an orb takes a moment and often means standing in the open, so it is a risk. But one point can mean having an ultimate a round earlier, which can decide a key round. Teams often send a player to collect orbs when the round is calm, or fight over them early.
Learn more in Valorant Rules Explained.
Related guides
Valorant Rules Explained: How a Pro Match WorksHow Valorant works: 5v5, first to 13 rounds, Attackers plant the Spike, Defenders stop it, overtime until a 2-round lead. Economy and agents explained.
Related terms
DuelistDuelists in Valorant are agents built to take the first fights and make space for the team.
Post-plantPost-plant in Valorant is the phase after the Spike is planted, when Attackers defend it and Defenders try to defuse.
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