Valorant Phoenix Sunset Guide: Best lineups and tips

Our Phoenix guide for Valorant's Sunset map will provide players with the best lineups and tips to succeed with the fiery British Agent. While the Duellist isn’t on the top of our Valorant tier list yet, recent changes did unlock more of his aggression during rounds.

So how to best unlock Phoenix’s potential on Sunset in Valorant? That’s what we are here to find out. The article will provide Hot Hands lineups for both attack and defense, along with the Agent’s utility and tips to maximize their impact.

Phoenix Sunset lineup guide in Valorant's Sunset

Hot Hands Molly lineup guide for Attack and Defense in Valorant's Sunset Map

1) A-elbow post-plant Hot Hands lineup for Attack

A-elbow post-plant Hot Hands lineup location (Image via Riot Games)

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A-elbow post-plant Hot Hands lineup spot (Image via Riot Games)

A-elbow post-plant Hot Hands lineup positioning (Image via Riot Games)

A-elbow post-plant Hot Hands lineup result (Image via Riot Games)

This Molly lineup is useful if you plant the spike behind the black box at the A-site in Valorant's Sunset map. Get on top of the box at A-elbow and face the graffiti wall before you. Equip Phoenix’s Hot Hands molly, place your crosshair upwards, and then position the molly firing HUD icons as indicated in the screenshots above. Press FIRE and the molly will be thrown upwards then land directly at the back of the Black Box.

2) A-site Hot Hands lineup for Defence

A-Link Hot Hands lineup location (Image via Riot Games)

A-Link Hot Hands lineup positioning (Image via Riot Games)

A-Link Hot Hands lineup result (Image via Riot Games)

This lineup is for preventing spike plants on the A-site while defending on the Sunset map in Valorant. Go to A-Link and stand at the edge of the corner, as marked in the screenshots. Equip Phoenix’s Hot Hands and move your crosshair upwards till the HUD icons align with the edge of the box. Move forward, Jump, and FIRE as it lands beside the large green box at the A-Site.

3) B-Boba post-plant Hot Hands Molly lineup for Attack

B-Boba post-plant Hot Hands molly lineup location (Image via Riot Games)

B-Boba post-plant Hot Hands molly lineup positioning (Image via Riot Games)

This is a tricky lineup for B-site. To make it work, place yourself at the purple door frame at B-Boba. Equip Hot Hands and move your crosshair upwards, crossing the broken tower top and matching the edge of the Curveball HUD icon with the pillar as indicated in the above screenshots. FIRE to throw the molly above, and it will land at the back of the plant site at B.

4) B-Site Hot Hands lineup for Defence

B-Main Hot Hands lineup location(Image via Riot Games)

B-Main Hot Hands lineup positioning (Image via Riot Games)

B-Main Hot Hands lineup result (Image via Riot Games)

This lineup will block enemy entry from B-Main. For this to work, stand at the corner of the wall beside the B-Main entry, as marked on the screenshot. Equip Hot Hands and FIRE at any area of the wall at B-main, and it will land on the B-Main entry of Valorant's Sunset map.

Best Tips to use Phoenix’s abilities on the Sunset map in Valorant

Phoenix’s strength lies in his set of abilities. Getting a grasp of his abilities can go a long way in Valorant’s Sunset map:

Blaze [C]: 150 Credits / Lasts 8 seconds / 30 DPS - Now that Blaze wall crosses through obstacles (9.10), use this to effectively cut down the enemy sight of line and control over space. On defense, you can use it to delay push or split the entry to confuse the attackers.
Hot Hands [Q]: 200 Credits / Lasts 3.25 s (minimum at full size) / 60 DPS - Can be used while pushing sites in clearing corners and delaying push/plant or kept for post-plant lineups.
Curveball [E]: 250 Credits/Lasts 1.5 seconds/ Recharges by scoring two kills - It can be used to blind enemies holding tight corners for a short period in both attack and defense.
Run It Back[X]: Ultimate ability/ Unlocks after collecting 6 Ultimate Points or Orbs/ Lasts 10 seconds - this ability to push sites and gather info or to flank opponents
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Best Gameplay Tips for Phoenix in Sunset map in Valorant

1) Using Blaze for site entry/rotation

Using Blaze Ability (Image via Riot Games)

Phoenix’s Blaze ability can cut down the enemy line of sight and control over a space. This ability can be used to block enemy visibility from the B-Market to enable your team to push from B-Main. Additionally, you can also throw your flashes across the Blaze wall to catch opponents by surprise for easy elimination.

2) Proper use of Curveball flashes

Proper use of Curveball flashes(Image via Riot Games)

Phoenix’s flashes travel through a unique curved path, i.e. to left or right depending on the player’s choice. Use the Curveball flashes to blind enemies holding tricky spots like the tight corners at both A and B-Main or even B-Market to gain control over those particular areas. Phoenix’s flashes can last for 1.5 seconds, giving you plenty of time to easily take out enemies. Since it is now a Signature ability since the 9.10 patch update, Phoenix will receive an additional charge after every two kills.

3) Aligning the spike plants with the molly lineups

Aligning the spike plants with the molly lineups(Image via Riot Games)

Post-plant situations are always crucial as the outcome can turn the tides in your favor. To win an attacking round with proper coordination, it is highly recommended to make sure that you or your teammate plants the spike on the area that your Hot Hands can line up over. Especially while attacking the B-site, plant the spike at the back of the site to allow the molly lineup to land on the exact area.

4) Healing abilities

Use of healing abilities(Image via Riot Games)

Both Phoenix’s Hot Hands and Blaze abilities can heal him when he comes in contact. Using the Blaze ability to block off certain areas and healing yourself at the same time gives you an advantage during intense combat in a Valorant match. Similarly, use the Hot Hands ability to heal yourself after taking significant damage from a gunfight.

5) Using Phoenix’s ULT for taking MID

Using Phoenix’s ULT for taking MID(Image via Riot Games)

Phoenix’s Ult enables him to take on aggressive gunfights or site entries from the activation point for a short period without dying after taking damage. Use this ability at the beginning of the attacking round to take control of MID by counter-peeking the OPer at mid-top or clearing the B-Market area by pushing through mid. Similarly, for defense, you can use the ULT at the start of the round to take on the OP’er peeking from A-lobby. You can return to full health after the ULT, which is the main benefit of applying it in the scenarios provided. Don't be afraid to utilize it. This strategy will hinder their execution and give your team enough time to set up.

Compared to other agents in Valorant, Phoenix's Hot Hands Molly has a restricted range of motion. As a result, creating original lineups can be challenging and may involve a great deal of trial and error. Despite the fact that these insights have been tried and tested, players are advised to try to develop their own unique lineups and tactics that fit their playstyle in order to win.

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Edited by Ripunjay Gaba