Waiting for Raze to flank

Hey everyone! That feeling when you see an enemy Raze trying the same flank route round after round? Totally relatable! My teammate and I were just laughing about it in our last game. While Raze is an amazing duelist for aggressive plays, being predictable is a sure-fire way to get shut down. Let's dive into how we can make our Raze tactics less obvious and truly impactful in Valorant. First off, about flanking: it's not always about getting behind the enemy every single round. Sometimes, a well-timed fake flank can be just as effective. If you've been going long A on Ascent consistently, try just showing presence, maybe throw a Paint Shells grenade to clear a corner, and then rotate. The element of surprise is your best friend! When you do commit to a flank, use your Boom Bot to clear corners ahead of you. It's essentially a free scouting tool that can draw out enemy fire or even tag someone, giving you a crucial advantage. Don't be afraid to use your Blast Packs to boost over unexpected angles or to quickly disengage if things get too hot. I've found that using one Blast Pack to jump over a common wall and then holding the second for an escape or a follow-up push can really throw off opponents. Beyond just flanking, Raze excels at entry fragging. Your Blast Packs are incredible for getting onto a site quickly. Pair them with a strong duelist like Jett or Reyna, and you can overwhelm defenders. Throw your Paint Shells onto common holding spots as you enter to clear them out or force enemies to reposition. This can create easy picks for your team. Let's talk about post-plant scenarios, a critical part of any 'COMBAT REPORT.' If you're the 'SPIKE CARRIER KILLED' but your team takes the site, using your Paint Shells on the planted spike can deny defuses. It's a classic Raze play, but timing is everything. Wait for audio cues or for enemies to start defusing before tossing those grenades. And your Showstopper ultimate? It's not just for getting flashy multi-kills. It's a fantastic tool for clearing out tight spaces, forcing enemies off angles, or even just creating space for your team to push onto a site during a crucial 'ROUND ONGOING'. On defense, Raze can be surprisingly good at holding chokepoints or retaking sites. Use your Boom Bot to scout pushes early, giving your team valuable information. If enemies are pushing aggressively, a well-placed Paint Shells can leave them 'SLOWED' or force them to scatter, buying your team time to rotate. During a retake, your Blast Packs can help you isolate duels or quickly get onto the spike while your team provides cover. Remember, it's all about utility management and knowing when to go aggressive and when to play patiently. Analyzing previous 'COMBAT REPORT' data can help you understand enemy tendencies and adjust your Raze play accordingly. Keep mixing it up, and you'll be a Raze main that opponents fear!