Sova

InitiatorInitiator

Born from the eternal winter of Russia's tundra, Sova tracks, finds, and eliminates enemies with ruthless efficiency and precision. His custom bow and incredible scouting abilities ensure that even if you run, you cannot hide.

Role Description

Initiators challenge angles by setting up their team to enter contested ground and push defenders away.

Agent Biography
Real Name:Sasha Novikov
Origin:Russia (Severodvinsk)
Race:Human
Age:34
Agent Details
Agent Number:06
Release Date:April 7, 2020
Release Patch:Launch
Voice Actor:Aaron Vodovoz
Sova

Agent Abilities

Shock Bolt
Q
Shock Bolt
Basic Ability

EQUIP a bow with a shock bolt. FIRE to send the explosive bolt forward, detonating upon collision and damaging players nearby. HOLD FIRE to extend the range of the projectile. ALT FIRE to add up to two bounces to this arrow.

Ability Demo
Recon Bolt
E
Recon Bolt
Signature Ability

EQUIP a bow with recon bolt. FIRE to send the recon bolt forward, activating upon collision and Revealing the location of nearby enemies caught in the line of sight of the bolt. Enemies can destroy this bolt. HOLD FIRE to extend the range of the projectile. ALT FIRE to add up to two bounces to this arrow.

Ability Demo
Owl Drone
C
Owl Drone
Purchasable

EQUIP an owl drone. FIRE to deploy and take control of movement of the drone. While in control of the drone, FIRE to shoot a marking dart. This dart will Reveal the location of any player struck by the dart. Enemies can destroy the Owl Drone.

Ability Demo
Hunter's Fury
X
Hunter's Fury
Ultimate

EQUIP a bow with three long-range, wall-piercing energy blasts. FIRE to release an energy blast in a line in front of Sova, dealing damage and Revealing the location of enemies caught in the line. This ability can be RE-USED up to two more times while the ability timer is active.

Ability Demo
Uncanny Marksman
P
Uncanny Marksman
Passive

Sova's custom bow can fire his arrows and bounce them off terrain. Holding fire charges the bow's power, and the bolt is loosed when released. Press alt fire to change the number of bounces.Your arrows can bounce off terrain. Holding left click increases the bow's range trajectory. Right clicking Toggle through the desired number of terrain bounces by right clicking. The arrow is loosed when left click is released.

Agent Statistics
Agent Type:Initiator
Total Abilities:5
Ultimate Ability:Hunter's Fury
Signature Ability:Recon Bolt
Quick Tips
  • Master Sova's Initiator role to maximize team impact
  • Practice ability combinations in the Range to improve execution
  • Learn common Sova lineups for different maps
  • Communication is key when playing Initiator agents

Agent Cosmetics

Player Cards (8)

VALORANT Sova Card

VALORANT Sova Card

Through The Looking Glass Card

Through The Looking Glass Card

Owl Drone Schema Card

Owl Drone Schema Card

VERSUS // Sova + Cypher Card

VERSUS // Sova + Cypher Card

Be Mine: Sova Card

Be Mine: Sova Card

Written in the Stars: Sova Card

Written in the Stars: Sova Card

Skyborne Greeting Card

Skyborne Greeting Card

VALORANT GO! Vol. 2 Sova Card

VALORANT GO! Vol. 2 Sova Card

Sprays (4)

Sova Says Sorry Spray

Sova Says Sorry Spray

This is Not Fine Spray

This is Not Fine Spray

Sova Spray

Sova Spray

VALORANT GO! Vol. 2 Sova Spray

VALORANT GO! Vol. 2 Sova Spray

Gun Buddies (1)

VALORANT GO! Vol. 2 Sova Buddy

VALORANT GO! Vol. 2 Sova Buddy

Agent Strategy Guide

Master Sova with pro tips and strategies

Playstyle

Information gatherer and initiator. Control space with reconnaissance and shock darts.

Pro Tips

  • Learn lineups for every map
  • Use Owl Drone to safely gather info
  • Combine abilities for maximum team utility
  • Communicate enemy positions clearly to your team