Serrated Knives
Stack bleeding wounds by landing repeated throwing knives.
Frontline · Hero ID 19
Shiv Deadlock guide
Choosing Shiv in Deadlock? Start with Serrated Knives, Killing Blow and the decisions between them. Stack knife bleeds and delay part of incoming damage. Finish low-health enemies with Killing Blow.
Shiv Deadlock abilities
Slice and Dice
Dash through enemies, dealing damage and weakening their spirit resistance.
Bloodletting
Delay part of incoming damage and activate the skill to remove a portion of that debt.
Killing Blow (ultimate)
Build rage through damage and leap to execute an enemy below the finishing threshold.
Saved sources checked Oct 8, 2026: Serrated Knives, Slice and Dice, Bloodletting, Killing Blow. Independent summaries; source and editing method.
First matches with Shiv
- Maintain a knife bleed while looking for a safe approach.
- Use your dash across enemies rather than away from every fight.
- Watch deferred damage before choosing another engagement.
Shiv match snapshot
Data snapshot: 2026-10-08 UTCHistorical snapshot; may be outdated.
Oct 1 – 8, 2026 UTC · normal · ranked + unranked · all ranks, including unknown.
Win %43.30%
Samples121,468
Pick share2.19%
Historical community observations, not personal win predictions. Full statistics and tier method.
Opponent references
Same-match associations, not lane counters; ≥500 samples per pair.
Matchup references suspended: this snapshot is over seven days old.
Other frontline heroes
Cards show historical win percentages; full samples are in each guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is Shiv suitable for beginners?
Our learning estimate is high. Start by practicing Serrated Knives, then work on the timing of Killing Blow. Deferred damage still needs management; aggression without health checks is dangerous.