Protocol Founding

Lore & Background

The Protocol's methods are often controversial; they monitor potential threats closely and sometimes intervene before a disaster occurs, leading some to view them as saviors and others as oppressors. Their agents, drawn from various cultures and walks of life, must balance their personal identities with the heavy burden of being weapons in a world that fears its own gifted children. The organization is led by the 'Valorant Protocol' council, with Brimstone as a prominent field commander and de facto leader, a structure known to players through official lore.

In Their Own Story

The rain slicked the neon-drenched streets of Neo-Seoul as the agent adjusted their mask, the hum of their ability vibrating in their chest. Above, a drone from the Protocol circled silently, its sensors scanning for thermal anomalies. In the alleyway ahead, a young Radiant was losing control, their power flaring like a dying star. The agent stepped forward, not to arrest, but to guide. 'It's okay,' they whispered into the static of the comms link, knowing the Protocol would be watching every move. Tonight, another life was saved from itself.

Reader's Guide

Long before modern history, legends spoke of beings touched by a strange energy, though these accounts were dismissed as myths. The true era of Radiants began when individuals started manifesting powers unpredictably, causing global panic and localized disasters that traditional military forces could not contain. In response to the chaos, the Protocol was secretly founded by scientists, politicians, and former soldiers who realized containment was the only path forward. They established hidden facilities worldwide to study the phenomenon. Over time, the Protocol evolved from a research body into an active intervention force, recruiting Radiants themselves to become agents. This shift marked the beginning of a new kind of warfare, fought in shadows between those who would exploit power and those sworn to protect the world from it. Today, the timeline is defined by these covert operations, where every agent represents a fragile balance between human potential and the terrifying unknown.

Did You Know?

• The Protocol operates with a semi-covert structure, but the general public is aware of Radiants following the First Light event.
• Agents are not just soldiers; they are often researchers or specialists chosen for their unique ability to control their powers.
• The organization maintains a network of 'Sites' across different continents to monitor and respond to Radiant incidents globally.