Sova stands out as one of the best initiators in Valorant as long as you know how to use his Shock Bolt and Recon Bolt lineups effectively, especially on strategic maps like Split.

However, with so many angles to defend, Valorant players often struggle to figure out the best lineups for a perfect execution.

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With that in mind, we walk you through some of the best Sova lineups for the Split map.

Best Sova lineups for defense on Split

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Recon Bolt for A Main

Best Sova lineups on Split-Recon Bolt to A Main — Screenshot by Tarun Sayal/ONE Esports

Stand in the A Rafters corner, aligning the top of the first hard line with the corner of the slide post.
Execute a second-bar charge for a comprehensive reveal of every position in A Main.

Alternative A Main Recon Bolt

Best Sova lineups on Split-Recon Bolt alternative to A Main — Screenshot by Tarun Sayal/ONE Esports

In the same area, aim at the top of the metal bar and use max charge for an effective alternative A Main Recon arrow.

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Shock Bolt for A entrance

Best Sova lineups on Split-Shock Bolt to A Main — Screenshot by Tarun Sayal/ONE Esports

From the corner of A Rafters, line up the left edge of the charge bar with the building corner.
Perform one bounce and max charge for a lethal arrow, attacking from behind.

Recon Bolt behind enemies

Stand in the A Ramps corner, aim at the top of the wooden wall, and do one bounce with a max charge.
Surprise enemies from behind with this unexpected recon arrow.

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Recon Bolt to A Rafters wall

Best Sova lineups on Split-Recon Bolt to A Rafters — Screenshot by Tarun Sayal/ONE Esports

Jump on the box in A Lobby near the entrance, aligning your view to avoid the brown face of the box.
Aim slightly above the first line on the wall and use turbo charge for a fast and revealing arrow.

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In the corner under the pink tree, aim between the leaves for the first arrow.
For the second arrow, line up the charge bar with the edge of the wall and perform a second-bar charge.

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Shock Bolts to A Screens

Best Sova lineups on Split-Shock Bolt to A Screens — Screenshot by Tarun Sayal/ONE Esports

Stand on top of the flower pot in A Lobby or in the corner next to it.
Aim slightly above the corner for the first arrow (two bounces and max charge).
Turn around, aim at the bottom of the white wall, and do a second-bar charge for the second arrow.

Fast A Rafters Recon Bolt

Best Sova lineups on Split-Fast Recon Bolt to A Rafters — Screenshot by Tarun Sayal/ONE Esports

Position yourself on the box near A entrance, ensuring you don’t see the brown face of the box.
Aim above the first line above the edge and slightly to the left.
Use turbo charge for a quick and informative arrow.

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Easy A Ramps Recon Bolt for information

Best Sova lineups on Split-Recon Bolt to A Ramps — Screenshot by Tarun Sayal/ONE Esports

Stand in the indicated area and aim above the box.
Perform two bounces with max charge for a comprehensive view of mid and vents.

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The best Valorant Sova lineups on Split