Controller

Astra

Ghanaian Agent Astra harnesses the energies of the cosmos to reshape battlefields to her whim. With full command of her astral form and a talent for deep strategic foresight, she's always eons ahead of her enemy's next move.

Role Information

Controller

Controllers are experts in slicing up dangerous territory to set their team up for success.

Agent Guide

Overview

Astra is a strategic controller who can influence the entire map through her astral form. Her ability to place and activate stars anywhere provides unparalleled map control and flexibility.

Playstyle

Play Astra as a proactive controller who thinks ahead. Pre-place stars in key locations and adapt their effects based on team needs and enemy movements.

Team Synergy

Excellent with executes and retakes due to utility flexibility. Works well with any composition due to her diverse star effects.

Best Maps

Effective on all maps, particularly strong on Haven and Ascent, where multiple star placements can control key areas.

Pro Tips

Pre-place stars for quick reactions
Combine pull and stun for maximum effect
Use Nebula for fake executes
Cosmic Divide can split sites effectively

Agent Details

Development

Developer Name Rift

Base Content No

Abilities

Nova Pulse

Ability1

Place Stars in Astral Form (Ultimate Key). ACTIVATE a Star to detonate a Nova Pulse. The Nova Pulse charges briefly then strikes, Concussing all players in its area.

Nebula / Dissipate

Ability2

Place Stars in Astral Form (Ultimate Key). ACTIVATE a Star to transform it into a Nebula (smoke). USE a Star to Dissipate it, returning the Star to be placed in a new location after a delay. Dissipate briefly forms a fake Nebula at the Star's location before returning.

Gravity Well

Grenade

Place Stars in Astral Form (Ultimate Key). ACTIVATE a Star to form a Gravity Well. Players in the area are pulled toward the center before it explodes, making all players still trapped inside Vulnerable.

Astral Form / Cosmic Divide

Ultimate

ACTIVATE to enter Astral Form where you can place Stars with FIRE. Stars can be reactivated later, transforming them into a Nova Pulse, Nebula, or Gravity Well. When Cosmic Divide is charged, use ALT FIRE in Astral Form to begin aiming it, then FIRE to select two locations. An infinite Cosmic Divide connects the two points you select. Cosmic Divide blocks bullets and sound.

Astral Form

Passive

ACTIVATE Ultimate to enter Astral Form and PRIMARY FIRE to place Stars. Target Stars with your Nova Pulse, Nebula, or Gravity Well to use those abilities.