Defend the Planted Spike with Sova’s Shock Dart in VALORANT
If you’ve been enjoying playing Sova in the VALORANT closed beta, esports commentator Grant “Fickle_Platypus” Haynes has some useful tricks for defending a planted spike that you can use.
One of Sova’s key abilities is his Shock Dart. By firing an explosive bolt, players can release a damaging pulse of static energy upon impact. While there are many situations where Sova can utilize this ability, defending a planted bomb from a potential defuse while staying safe behind cover is one of the most valuable tasks.
Haynes showcased several angles that Sova players can take advantage of when defending a planted spike in a default spot on a site. The default spot is where most players usually plant the bomb because it offers good cover from defenders.
For example, the default plant spot for A on the map Bind is the corner in the L-shaped boxes in the middle of the site. In the first clip, Haynes demonstrates how to kill the defuser from the safety of the showers position on the map using arrows.
Many players have already started searching for unique angles and strategies to make the most of Sova’s powerful kit. Former pro player and popular streamer shroud has even stated that Sova is one of the best agents in the game due to the valuable information his abilities can provide for a team.
If you’ve been considering picking up Sova, give him a try today and surprise your opponents with well-placed darts.
Keyword: Sova, VALORANT, Shock Dart, planted spike, defending, default plant spot.