Optimal ban targets for Kanal ranked play. Attack bans neutralize the most dangerous attacker operators against this map; defense bans neutralize the most oppressive defender setups.
Kanal's reinforced walls on Server Room and Map Room depend on Bandit/Kaid tricking. Without Thatcher, hard breach becomes a gamble.
Silent wall holes on key Kanal sightlines (Bridge, Quay) bypass standard defender setups. Removing him forces predictable breach lines.
Black Mirrors on Server/Bridge and Coast Meeting walls give defenders central-map intel that bypasses standard droning.
Evil Eyes covering Lounge and Supply plant spots make late-round plants risky and stall execute timing.
Ban order is half the round. The other half is execute, anchor, and rotation reads.
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