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Clove
CONTROLLER

CLOVE

Scottish troublemaker Clove makes mischief for enemies in both the heat of combat and the cold of death. The young immortal keeps foes guessing, even from beyond the grave, their return to the living only ever a moment away.

Controller
Clove
ROLE TIERS-Tier
PRO PRESENCE52.3%
DIFFICULTYEASY
VCT Champions & Pro Tournament Analytics Dataset · 13.06Verified: October 2026
VALORANT QUICK ANSWER
S-Tier Operative

Is Clove good in the current meta?

Clove is evaluated as an S-Tier Controller with a 52.3% competitive pro tournament presence. Recommended on Sunset & Ascent.

Primary Role: Controller
Best Team Synergy: Jett, Fade
Counter Threats: KAY/O, Cypher
Tactical Difficulty: EASY
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OPERATIVE DOSSIER

Clove

Scottish troublemaker Clove makes mischief for enemies in both the heat of combat and the cold of death. The young immortal keeps foes guessing, even from beyond the grave, their return to the living only ever a moment away.

TACTICAL ABILITY ARSENAL
KEY [C]

Pick-me-up

Basic Ability

ACTIVATE to absorb the life force of a fallen enemy that Clove damaged or killed, gaining haste and temporary health.

Strengths

  • +Can use abilities after death
  • +Not Your Grave resurrects on kills
  • +Pick-me-up can be saved and used later

Weaknesses

  • −Regen ability requires kills to sustain
  • −Complex ability timing — high skill floor
  • −Resurrection is powerful but requires staying alive
BEST MAPS & WIN CONDITIONS
TACTICAL TIPS & PLAYBOOK

// Beginner Fundamentals

  • Focus on understanding ability ranges and cast times.
  • Coordinate with initiators before pushing through chokepoints.

// Advanced Mechanics & Lineups

  • Use audio cues to mask movement abilities.
  • Combine abilities with teammate utility for guaranteed site entry.
FAQ
How do I play Clove effectively in VALORANT?▾

Focus on can use abilities after death. Use abilities to gain an advantage and coordinate with your team.

What are Clove's strengths?▾

Can use abilities after death. Not Your Grave resurrects on kills. Pick-me-up can be saved and used later

What are Clove's weaknesses?▾

Regen ability requires kills to sustain. Complex ability timing — high skill floor. Resurrection is powerful but requires staying alive

What are the best maps for Clove?▾

Clove performs well on Ascent, Haven, Lotus.

Agent Strategy & Synergies

Entity Connections · Clove

Cross-entity database connecting agent synergies, counter matchups, weapon pairings, and map strategies.

Build Comp with Clove

High-Synergy Partners

Co-Op Utility

Counter Matchups

Matchup Warning

Weapon & Map Pairings

Loadout
Preferred Weapons:
High Win-Rate Maps:
DATA PROVENANCE // EDITORIAL META RATING
Methodology →
Source RegistryVloPedia Editorial Desk + VCT Pro Dataset
Patch BaselinePatch 13.06
Trust AssessmentHIGH
Telemetry VerificationOctober 2026