KAY/O

InitiatorInitiator

KAY/O is a machine of war built for a single purpose: neutralizing radiants. His power to Suppress enemy abilities dismantles his opponents' capacity to fight back, securing him and his allies the ultimate edge.

Role Description

Initiators challenge angles by setting up their team to enter contested ground and push defenders away.

Agent Biography
Real Name:Unknown (AI)
Origin:Unknown (Future Earth)
Race:Robot/AI
Age:N/A (Robot)
Agent Details
Agent Number:17
Release Date:June 22, 2021
Release Patch:Patch 3.0
Voice Actor:Gabe Kunda
KAY/O

Agent Abilities

FRAG/ment
C
FRAG/ment
Purchasable

EQUIP an explosive fragment. FIRE to throw. ALT FIRE to lob. The fragment sticks to the floor and explodes multiple times, dealing near lethal damage at the center with each explosion.

Ability Demo
FLASH/drive
Q
FLASH/drive
Basic Ability

EQUIP a flash grenade. FIRE to overhand throw. ALT FIRE to lob a weaker version that explodes quickly. The flash grenade explodes after a short fuse, Blinding anyone in line of sight.

Ability Demo
ZERO/point
E
ZERO/point
Signature Ability

EQUIP a suppression blade. FIRE to throw. The blade sticks to the first surface it hits, winds up, and Suppresses anyone in the radius of the explosion. Enemies can destroy this blade.

Ability Demo
NULL/cmd
X
NULL/cmd
Ultimate

INSTANTLY overload with polarized radianite energy that pulses from KAY/O in a massive radius. Enemies hit with pulses are Suppressed for a short duration. While overloaded, KAY/O gains Combat Stim and can be re-stabilized if downed.

Ability Demo
Agent Statistics
Agent Type:Initiator
Total Abilities:4
Ultimate Ability:NULL/cmd
Signature Ability:ZERO/point
Quick Tips
  • Master KAY/O's Initiator role to maximize team impact
  • Practice ability combinations in the Range to improve execution
  • Learn common KAY/O lineups for different maps
  • Communication is key when playing Initiator agents

Agent Cosmetics

Player Cards (7)

VALORANT KAY/O Card

VALORANT KAY/O Card

Collector's Edition: KAY/O Card

Collector's Edition: KAY/O Card

KAY/O ID Card

KAY/O ID Card

Versus // KAY/O + Brimstone Card

Versus // KAY/O + Brimstone Card

Epilogue: KAY/O K.O. Card

Epilogue: KAY/O K.O. Card

KAY/O K.O. Card

KAY/O K.O. Card

Unstoppable // KAY/O Card

Unstoppable // KAY/O Card

Sprays (3)

KAY/O Spray

KAY/O Spray

First Class // KAY/O Spray

First Class // KAY/O Spray

KAY/O Punch Spray

KAY/O Punch Spray

Gun Buddies (2)

Prize Size KAY/O Buddy

Prize Size KAY/O Buddy

Epilogue: Prize Size KAY/O Buddy

Epilogue: Prize Size KAY/O Buddy

Agent Strategy Guide

Master KAY/O with pro tips and strategies

Playstyle

Suppressive initiator that disables enemy abilities. Entry and support hybrid.

Pro Tips

  • Use knife to suppress key abilities
  • Flash for team entry
  • Frag for area denial
  • Get revived in ultimate for round advantage