DOCTRINE
49.2% win rate as Shiv · 13,064 matches
Keep a dash for Petrifying Bola and avoid repeated Screwjab Dagger hits on the same target. Reach cover before Lethal Venom detonates; losing more health increases its damage. Apply Serrated Knives from beside cover, and keep Slice and Dice for a route that lets you return to your partner. Reach cover before Bloodletting’s delayed damage leaves you low.
Petrifying Bola stops you from acting and blocks damage except Lethal Venom. Pressure Vyper to protect a petrified teammate from Lethal Venom.
Spread out against Petrifying Bola’s area upgrade and protect allies already affected by Lethal Venom. Vyper can slide uphill, so use cover and control to escape her. Throw Serrated Knives from range. Use Killing Blow on Vyper when they are below its execution threshold and your team can support you.