A recent post by Shopify Rebellion player Alexis on X (formerly Twitter) about which role in VALORANT is the most challenging ignited a lively debate within the esports community. Alexis invited everyone to share their opinions, naming the Initiator as the most difficult role.

Her post drew comments from notable figures, including former T1 player Rossy, Gentle Mates coach jtay, and even the official Cloud9 account.

READ MORE: ANGE1 Debuted in His First Tournament When Hiro Was Just 44 Days Old

Key Opinions:

• Alexis (Shopify Rebellion): "Let’s discuss! Which role in VALORANT is the hardest? My answer: it’s the Initiator."
• jtay (Gentle Mates Coach): "In my opinion, recon agents have the biggest impact on the game. The top teams this year, like FNATIC and Sentinels, have exceptional players in these roles."
• Rossy (Former T1 and Cloud9 Player): "Duelists like Raze and Jett are the most challenging. On the pro stage, they require an entirely different approach compared to ranked games, and maintaining consistency is extremely difficult."
• Official Cloud9 Account: "The hardest role is being a coach because stress makes your hair fall out."

While opinions are divided, everyone agrees on one thing: every role in VALORANT demands significant skill and preparation, especially at the professional level.