Early game · first 8 minutes
Keep cover against Serrated Knives and avoid a long close trade. Use Threadsap, follow briefly with gunfire, then leave before Shiv can stay on you.
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Mid game · Walkers
Help your team focus the same target instead of chasing Shiv alone. Prepare a barrier before you become the low-health target he wants.
Late game · Patron
Start Feed The Birds where your team can stop Shiv from reaching you. Keep cover and Granny Long Legs available, especially when your health is low enough for Killing Blow.