The Reveal, Summarized
- Agent 31 is Hush, the ninth Duelist in VALORANT.
- Riot Games revealed the agent on October 18, 2026 with the RISE AND FALL trailer.
- Hush is from Guangdong, China and fights with telekinetic combat.
- The agent becomes playable on October 27, 2026 in Season 26 Act VI.
Read the Reveal in Order
Start with who Hush is, then the Agent 31 codename history, and finish with the full reveal event timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the new Duelist in VALORANT?
The new Duelist is Hush — Agent 31, a telekinetic fighter from Guangdong, China, revealed on October 18, 2026 and playable from October 27, 2026.
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