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Operation Split Fire (Y11S3): Noor, Legend Division and Villa changes

Season 3 of Year 11 started in September 2026 and is the current season. Here is what changed, checked on October 9, 2026.

Actualizado el 2026-10-09 · 3 min de lectura

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Operation Split Fire is Year 11 Season 3 of Rainbow Six Siege X. Ubisoft's page lists the Battle Pass from September 1 to December 1, 2026. Below are the main changes reported by Ubisoft and the outlet Hotspawn. Exact balance numbers can change in later patches, so read the official patch notes for details.

Key takeaways

  • New Defender: Noor, a counter to ballistic shields.
  • Legend Division: a solo-queue playlist for top players.
  • Wasteland Circuit: the first drone racing event.
  • Villa is rebuilt; Stadium Alpha, Stadium Bravo and House get modern updates.
  • Dokkaebi is reworked.
Rainbow Six Siege – Operation Split Fire Launch Trailer (PlayStation) · YouTube

New operator: Noor

Noor is an Egyptian Defender. Her Horus Lance Launcher is built to hit players who use ballistic shields. Hotspawn reports that she carries five projectiles and that they can pass through floors, ceilings and walls into nearby rooms. Expect shield operators to be more careful on attack.

Modes and events

  • Legend Division: a solo-only playlist. Reported requirements include a Champion rank now, a Platinum finish last season and PC security settings.
  • Wasteland Circuit: drone racing for several weeks, with a Twitch Drop reward.
  • 3v3 Arcade: a limited-time best-of-seven mode with no operator bans.

Map and balance changes

AreaChange
VillaRebuilt
Stadium Alpha, Stadium Bravo, HouseModernised refresh
DokkaebiImpact EMP Grenades replaced by Breach Charges
SMG-12Reported as a major nerf
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What to do now

  1. Update the game and read the patch notes.
  2. Try Noor in Unranked before taking her into Ranked.
  3. Relearn Villa in Quick Match; old routes may no longer work.
  4. Check your Battle Pass progress before December 1.

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FAQ

When does Operation Split Fire end?

Ubisoft lists the Battle Pass period as September 1 to December 1, 2026. A next season has not been announced on the pages we checked.

Who is Noor?

Noor is a new Defender who counters ballistic shields. Her gadget, the Horus Lance, is described by Ubisoft as a shield counter.

What is the Wasteland Circuit?

A drone racing event. Ubisoft lists it from September 23 to October 13, with a Twitch Drop for a drone skin and a chat badge.

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