Everything you need to know about Tejo in VALORANT

Riot Games recently introduced the 27th Agent named “Tejo.” The Colombian Agent is the first Initiator to join the lineup after Gekko. Here is a closer look at the new agent!

Who is the new VALORANT agent Tejo?

Tejo is a new agent in VALORANT, joining as the 27th character in the game. He comes from Colombia and is known for his background as a veteran intelligence consultant. He is designed as an Initiator Agent.

His tools include drones, grenades, and guided missile systems. Each ability is designed to either gather information or push enemies out of their positions by dealing raw damage or concussing.

Tejo abilities in VALORANT

Here are all of the Tejo abilities in VALORANT:

Special Delivery

Description: Equip a sticky grenade. Fire to launch. The grenade sticks to the first surface it hits and explodes, Concussing any targets caught in the blast. Alt Fire to launch the grenade with a single bounce instead.

This ability is perfect for initiating fights or forcing enemies out of strongholds. Its concuss effect makes it easier for teams to push or defend key areas. Expect creative lineups as players master its potential.

Stealth Drone

Description: EQUIP a stealth drone. FIRE to throw the drone forward, assuming direct control of its movement. FIRE again to trigger a pulse that Suppresses and Reveals enemies hit.

Stealth Drone is a strong tool for gathering information. It helps teams check corners and locate enemies safely. The suppress effect also weakens enemies by disabling their abilities for a short time. You can think of it as Skye’s dog or Sova’s drone.

Guided Salvo (Signature Ability)

Description: EQUIP an AR targeting system. FIRE to select up to two target locations on the map. ALT FIRE to launch missiles that autonomously navigate to target locations, detonating on arrival.

Guided Salvo is effective for disrupting enemy setups or defending against spike plants. It forces opponents to move, giving your team a chance to take control of the area. Currently, this skill does three ticks of damage, with each dealing 70 precisely. This means that this skill can take you down with heavy shield if all three pulses hit you. It will also take your life if you have a light shield or a regen shield and two ticks strike you.

Armageddon (Ultimate)

Description: EQUIP a tactical strike targeting map. FIRE to select the origin point of the strike. FIRE again to set the end point and launch the attack, unleashing a wave of explosions along the strike path. ALT FIRE during map targeting to cancel the origin point.

Armageddon can change the outcome of a round. It clears large areas, forcing enemies to leave their positions, or they will simply die. This opens up opportunities for your team to take control of the map and is excellent for entering sites as or for Spike defuse denial.

VALORANT Tejo release date

Tejo will be available in VALORANT starting January 8, 2025, at the beginning of Season 2025 Act 1. Players can unlock him immediately by purchasing him or by earning XP during the Agent Recruitment Event. After the event, he will also be available for Kingdom Credits.

Where is Tejo from in VALORANT?

Tejo comes from Colombia, bringing unique military experience and technology to the game. He is the first Colombian VALORANT Agent that you can play in the game.

How to unlock Tejo

There are several ways to unlock Tejo:

• Buy with VP: Players can purchase Tejo for 1,000 VP at launch.
• Earn through gameplay: During the one-month long Agent Recruitment Event, players can unlock him by earning 200,000 XP.
• Post-event option: After the event, Tejo will cost 8,000 Kingdom Credits.

All Tejo contract cosmetics

When you activate Tejo’s contract in VALORANT, you will be able to get ten exclusive tiers of rewards, consisting of sprays, player cards, titles, a gun buddy and a weapon skin. Here is the official contract tiers and rewards:

• Tier 1: Spray - Ordinance Request
• Tier 2: Player Card - VALORANT Tejo
• Tier 3: Title - On Target
• Tier 4: Spray - Heat Wave
• Tier 5: Kingdom Credits - 2000
• Tier 6: Gun Buddy - Misilito
• Tier 7: Spray - Tejo Spray
• Tier 8: Title - Hermano
• Tier 9: Player Card - Collateral
• Tier 10: Sidearm (Shorty) - Hard Bargain

Tejo is the first Colombian Agent that you can enjoy in VALORANT and he surely offers great joy for those who are into Initiators. If you need more VALORANT guides, check these ones out:

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