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12 Jul 18:20 /u/penguinVALORANT on Reddit - Thread - Direct

Originally posted by mysteryoeuf

I didn't realize just how bad phoenix's flash was before. For reference, initiator flashes have 2s duration and yoru's is 1.5s. phoenix's was 1.1s, the shortest by far, and it had longer windup than yoru's or breach's.

now, initiator flashes are still all 2s duration and duelist flashes are both 1.5s. Phoenix flash windup is now in line with breach and slightly faster than yoru.

idk if this is enough. it's basically just bringing parity to his flash instead of having it be horribly underpowered, but it still feels like the only argument for his viability is farming his ult and using it every 3 rounds, especially with the minor buff it received

it's basically just bringing parity to his flash instead of having it be horribly underpowered

Not quite. Phoenix's flash is the only instant-reequip flash in the game, which means when he swings after a flash, his gun is ready dramatically sooner than most other flash agents. It's a lot easier to swing off a Phoenix flash by yourself compared to Skye/Breach. KAYO's right click when thrown perfectly is still stronger though.

It's fair feedback to say this might not be enough (especially at the pro level, where KAYO is highly prized or the utility from the other flash agents is considered more valuable).