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Clear Reagent
Visibility cleaner. Use when your game plan depends on cleaner long-lane reads.
Verdict: Visual leverage, not raw macro power. Use when visibility profile actually supports your plan.
Stacking
Special
Uses custom conflict/priority rules. Check exact effect details below.
Risk profile
Low-risk
Consistent value across most matches and queue types.
Last verified
2026-02-16
What it does
Decreases Dark Mist thickness by -100%.
Exact effect
-100% Dark Mist thickness.
When to use
- You want cleaner long-lane reads in specific map pools.
When not to use
- You prefer hiding approach angles in clutter.
Do this now
- Test visual offerings with your own settings before stock commitment.
- Run fog modifiers when they support your route-reading strengths.
- Pair with playstyles that exploit perception shifts.
- Confirm patch-relevant behavior for Clear Reagent before treating it as solved meta.
Avoid this now
- Do not expect fog alone to win chases.
- Do not run visibility modifiers you have not tested on your hardware/settings.
- Do not autopilot Clear Reagent because of one good memory.
Best pairings
- ranged killer setups
- line-of-sight tracking plans
Counterplay
- Rely on pathing fundamentals and audio cues over visual comfort assumptions.
- Do quick calibration in opener before committing to long lanes.
Common fail cases
- Overestimating fog impact and underplaying core macro.
- Ignoring accessibility settings that nullify intended value.
Common misconceptions
- Visibility changes are often smaller than expected.
Patch history
8.6.0
No verified gameplay change.
FAQ
Do fog offerings change objective speed?
No. They change visibility profile, not objective timings.
Are fog offerings competitive?
Situationally, yes. Mostly as comfort and perception tools rather than direct tempo power.