How I would rework/buff Cypher

Posted by Steve

Friday, May 6, 2022 6:17 PM

It is to my understanding that Cypher isn't necessarily the weakest agent for sure, but I do believe he is in need of some love. Obviously, once the Chamber nerfs hit, this will be a completely different discussion. I would love feedback and a healthy constructive discussion! :3

Trapwire: I really believe this is the main ability that needs some love, and yeah, its probably all Chamber's fault. First, I would increase the range. I think this is a basic change that is solid quality of life, that Cypher needs. I have been thinking about having an alt-fire on it, that would allow for actual custom anchor + anchor placement for more complex setups, but maybe that would be a bit OP? I would love thoughts on that.

Next, the more complex part, is the durability of the wire, and how to healthily fix that:

After shooting one end of the wire, the wire is now "Breaking", but however, will persist for 3-4 seconds before "Snapping". If you break both ends of the wire, it just breaks like normal. I feel like this would give Cypher some more stalling power. These changes I really like a lot, instead of just maybe lowering the price to 150 credits or something.

Cyber Cage: I dunno I think this ability is okay? Maybe giving the slow back wouldn't be so bad, but I really don't know what else could be done. I like the ability quite a lot. Perhaps the ability should be able to be picked up and then put on a little cooldown?

Spycam: Perhaps another dart tag charge? I hate that it only does the "yellow highlight", but I feel a "red highlight" might be a bit too busted. But yeah, this ability seems pretty fine, but it is also the one I want the most ideas from y'all.

Neural Theft: Make it highlight Red for a few seconds, or make it highlight Yellow, but once every few seconds, three times, for better stalling power and more reliable intel gain.

If you read this much, thank you! Much love!

References

  • https://www.reddit.com/r/VALORANT/comments/ujcadi/how_i_would_reworkbuff_cypher/
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