Valorant Yoru Rework Leak: Key Ability Changes Coming in Episode 4

Valorant continues to refine its agent roster for a more balanced and engaging experience. Discussions about a Yoru rework have circulated since early development, with fresh leaks surfacing recently.

Contents: Valorant Yoru Rework Leak | Gatecrash | Fakeout | Dimensional Drift

Yoru's long-awaited revamp arrives in Valorant Episode 4. Leaks reveal significant ability tweaks designed to boost the duelist's viability.

Valorant Yoru Rework Leak

Reliable leaker HIITSCAN recently detailed upcoming changes for Yoru, the duelist struggling with just an 8.9% pick rate among pros in tournaments—despite his self-sufficient flashes and teleportation.

Post-launch nerfs sidelined Yoru, but Riot is addressing this. As they stated: "We've learned that in addition to our Duelists needing to offer something unique on the pitch, they also need to have a solid base value that any team at any turn can rely on in order to maintain strong viability on any team composition."

Key changes include:

Blindside (flash): No changes.

Gatecrash

Reduced range for enemies to see and hear the tether throw.
20% faster movement speed.
Now triggers fake teleports on door collision tethers.
Added visual puddle effect for fake teleports.

Fakeout

Upgraded from footsteps to a full Yoru duplicate: blue outline for teammates, normal appearance for enemies.
Flashes enemies when the duplicate is shot.

Dimensional Drift

Yoru no longer revealed to enemies.
Can now cast all abilities while in the drift.
Near vision blockers removed.
Enemies can hear footsteps.
Increased weapon equip time after exiting.
Added cast delay on activation.

Since launch, Yoru has been a niche pick at all levels. These changes could reshape the meta.

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