Warden vs Shiv

52.8% win rate as Warden · 18,856 matches

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Early game · first 8 minutes

Once Slice and Dice misses, Bind Shiv right where the dash ends and take the soul safely. Keep your Flask pressure brief enough that you can still get out before he dashes again.

Mid game · Walkers

Recover health before returning to a fight where Killing Blow can execute you. Dodge Slice and Dice and attack Shiv from range while you are wounded.

Late game · Patron

Protect wounded allies before Shiv reaches them with Killing Blow. At full rage, Slice and Dice can repeat its path, so move clear after the first pass. Healing reduction limits his recovery but does not stop Bloodletting from delaying damage. Slow Shiv with Alchemical Flask, then use Binding Word while they cannot easily leave its area.