VALORANT Original Character Concept: EDGE

BACKSTORY_

Leo found himself in the crossfire during a confrontation over a Radianite deposit. Under unknown circumstances, the mineral reached a critical point, triggering an explosion. Against all odds, LEO survived the disaster, gaining abilities in the process.

However, having lost everything and being seen as nothing more than "collateral damage," he was conscripted as an agent of Valorant, subjected to various experiments, and thrust into combat operations. Some, while not sharing his vision, respect his desire for peace. Others view his stance as betrayal and secretly hold disdain for him. But no tension with his colleagues compares to the dilemmas within himself.
The explosion that granted him his abilities, in a mysterious and unprecedented event, also merged him with his Earth Omega variant (and vice versa). Being on the edge of both worlds for an instant that seemed like an eternity, he witnessed the life of his other self as if it were his own, leaving a lasting impression.
Unlike most agents, Leo is not at odds with his variant. Having firsthand experience of both sides and the destruction caused by the Radianite conflict, he recognizes the futility of constant fighting and desires to find a peaceful solution. These desires, however, clash with his duty as an agent, and his constant fear of what might happen if he and his variant are forced to fight until only one remains.
Leo has developed a sharp and sarcastic personality as a way to cope with the pain he has gone through. But despite this, while he sometimes feels torn between his aspirations and duties, he maintains a spark of optimism and hope. He is loyal to his comrades, shows empathy towards those suffering due to the conflict, and is willing to make sacrifices for others. Thus, under the name Edge, he seeks to fight for the common good beyond the interests of the agencies, and his ultimate goal is to find a peaceful solution to this entire conflict.

ABILITIES_

EDGE
Controller
Edge is a master of reality control. His ability to create portals and distort perception makes him an unparalleled tactical strategist. Despite his rebellious and sarcastic appearance, he is an incorrigible optimist seeking peace in a world fractured by Radianite and striving to unite two conflicting factions.

-C Ability (Signature Ability - "Bilateral Union"): creates a portal connecting two locations on the map for a brief period. The portal can only be used once per round and has a limited range. Its main function is to allow Edge and his allies to rotate strategically or surprise enemies, but it is not a direct attack tool.

-Q Ability (Primary Ability - "Collision Field"): creates a field (smoke screen) that slightly distorts vision and sound, making it difficult for enemies to see and hear within it. However, it is not complete distortion, and there is still a fair range of visibility and hearing. The field lasts for a short period and can only be used twice per round.

-E Ability (Secondary Ability - "Protective Barrier"): deploys an energy barrier that blocks enemy bullets and abilities, protecting allies in a limited area. The barrier can move with Edge, but in return, it has a limited duration, and its destructibility is notable. Its main goal is to provide tactical coverage for a brief period.

-X Ability (Ultimate Ability - "Symbol of Peace"): an area of effect on the ground that temporarily reduces damage from enemy weapons and abilities. Enemies experience decreased damage output, but it does not nullify their offensive capabilities. This ability encourages team survival in critical situations and can also make enemies retreat and reconsider their tactics.