In the world of video games, every player seeks uniqueness and a way to stand out among others. In Valorant, there's a vast selection of diverse skins and melee weapons, allowing players to express their individual style. However, among these are special, rare, and exclusive variants that are no longer available for purchase in the game store.

Not all players, even the experienced ones, understand that there are several types of exclusive and rare skins in the game that can't be directly purchased but only acquired by buying an account on which they are available. However, transferring data to third parties violates Riot Games' terms of use.

Note: Most of the skins listed in this article could only be bought directly and not acquired through achieving levels in the battle pass.

Arcane Sheriff

This Sheriff weapon skin was once the most desired among others, not only for this weapon but among others as well, because it had a unique and unmatched draw animation and was created to celebrate the release of the League of Legends anime.

However, over time, the developers stripped it of its uniqueness and created the Neo Frontier skin, which has the same animation and can be purchased in the store if it appears. However, the interest and appeal of Arcane have not diminished, and it is now considered one of the most valuable skins in the game. Valorant accounts with this skin are listed for sale for $250.

Valorant Champions 2021

Styled after the first world championship, this Vandal not only attracts with its incredible colouring but also with unique details such as glowing when in the hands of the player with the highest number of kills on the map, as well as music during the inspection and an extremely stylish finisher with exclusive elements. All of this makes it a rare skin that, unfortunately, is no longer available for purchase in the store.

One of the first karambits in the game, part of the bundle dedicated to Valorant Champions 2021, won the hearts of many with its captivating draw animation and championship aura, similar to that of the Vandal. Like the weapon, it can only be obtained through the purchase of an account, which is prohibited by Riot Games' rules.

Valorant Champions 2022

Another collection dedicated to the world championship was released by Riot Games, but this time the focus was on another assault rifle - Phantom, styled after Valorant Champions 2022. It features the same characteristics as last year's collection but with a different design and sound design.

The butterfly knife, like other skins released in honour of the world championship, also has a championship aura, but it introduced a new feature not present in other skins before its release - its design changes depending on the number of kills. This skin could only be purchased during Valorant Champions 2022.

Valorant Champions 2023

In 2023, Riot Games continued its tradition and released another collection in honour of the world championship, but in a completely new design, similar to previous ones only in colours. However, it still has the same features as previous ones - unique sounds, finishers, championship effect, and appearance change depending on the number of kills. These features found a large number of fans among Valorant shooter players.

Many players in the community believe that the kunai in the world championship design is the least impressive among the two other knives. However, this does not diminish its exclusivity and rarity, and, despite this, it is impossible to purchase if desired.

VCT LOCK//IN

An exclusive knife in a single copy, with four different colour variations and a championship aura, was released in honour of the VCT LOCK//IN tournament. This tournament marked the launch of the partner league, in which all thirty teams that signed an agreement with Riot Games participated, as well as two Chinese teams that received direct invitations to this event.

Ignite Fan

The fan knife was released to celebrate the launch of the game in the Chinese region and initially caused a stir, as many initially believed it to be a pure exclusive for Chinese players. However, over time, the developers decided to celebrate this day with players from other regions as well, launching the sale of Ignite Fan in all regions, which has two different colourings. Along with it, the collection included incredible animated player cards.

Along with the knife, the set included two player cards, the peculiarity of which was that they had light animation. However, unfortunately, it was no longer possible to purchase more such cards for one's collection.

VCT capsules

It's also worth mentioning the VCT capsules. At the time of publishing this article, they can still be purchased. However, after the current VCT season ends, players will no longer have the opportunity to acquire the exclusive Classic, gun buddy, and player card styled after their favourite professional team. So, if you're looking to support any of the teams, don't hesitate.

Duo’s Day Gun Buddy and Player Card

A unique set of gun buddies that express emotions depending on whether someone else on the team has a second buddy. If there's no second buddy, they express an aggressive emotion, and if there is, they express a positive one. Moreover, if you throw this buddy to someone on your team, it will also express its love.

In addition to the gun buddies, this set also included player cards that also featured an animated illustration, similar to the set released to celebrate the launch of Valorant in China. Unfortunately, like all other items in this article, they can no longer be purchased.

Other Gun Buddies

One of the recent gun buddies included in the collection released to celebrate the Chinese New Year is rare because it's animated. Its snout moves, ears wiggle, and eyes glow.

An incredible gun buddy that starts to glow red and blend when you shoot from the weapon it's attached to.

In the world of Valorant, there exists a multitude of exclusive and rare skins that can no longer be purchased. These skins have become a real treasure for collectors and players who managed to purchase them when they were available for sale and now can stand out among others. If you're one of those who love to collect various items and skins, we hope most of these items are in your collection. And if not, don't miss out on future collections that game developers continue to delight us with.