The 5 Sova Dart Lineups on Haven That Pro Players Don't Want You to Know
You're pushing A-Site on Haven. Your team commits, smokes go down, and then... silence. No info. You swing wide and get deleted by a player holding an angle you didn't even know existed.
Sound familiar? That's what happens when you play Sova without knowing the lineups that matter.
Quick Answer Box
The 5 Must-Know Sova Dart Lineups for Haven:
- A-Long to A-Site - Reveals Heaven, Site, and Short
- C-Long to C-Site - Clears Cubby, Plat, and Back Site
- Garage to A-Link - Perfect for mid control
- Spawn to B-Site - Post-plant info dart
- A-Short to Heaven - The "I can't believe that worked" dart
Master these and you'll have info before the enemy even realizes you're on the map.
Why Haven is Sova's Best Map
Haven is a three-site map, which means more angles, more rotations, and more chaos. For Sova mains, this is paradise. Your recon darts can single-handedly win rounds by giving your team the confidence to commit to executes.
Here's the thing most low-elo Sova players get wrong: they throw random darts.
Pro players like Sinatraa and Shahzam (RIP Sentinels roster) spent hours perfecting lineups that:
- Land in spots enemies can't easily shoot
- Reveal multiple common holding positions
- Give info exactly when the team needs it
Let's break down each lineup.
Lineup #1: A-Long to A-Site (The Execute Dart)
When to use: At the start of an A-execute or to check if A is stacked.
How to Set It Up
- Stand at the corner of A-Long, where the wall meets the wooden planks
- Aim at the top-left corner of the building ahead (the one with the arch)
- Two bars of power
- Bounce: 1
[IMAGE: Sova Dart Lineup A-Long Haven Positioning]
What It Reveals
- Heaven (including deep Heaven players)
- A-Site default plant
- A-Short connector
- Hell entrance
This dart is deadly because it forces the defense to make a choice: shoot the dart and reveal their position, or stay hidden and get scanned anyway.
Pro Tip
Combine this with a Breach flash or Skye dog for a free site take. The dart reveals, the flash blinds, and you walk in for free kills.
Lineup #2: C-Long to C-Site (The Full Clear)
When to use: Default C execute or checking for aggressive C pushes.
C-Site is notorious for having a million hiding spots. Cubby, Plat, Back Site, Logs... defenders can be anywhere. This dart fixes that.
How to Set It Up
- Stand at the back of C-Long, near the box
- Look up and find the antenna on the building
- Aim slightly left of the antenna base
- Full power (3 bars)
- Bounce: 1
[IMAGE: Sova Dart Lineup C-Long Haven Positioning]
What It Reveals
- Cubby (the most annoying spot)
- Platform
- Back Site / Connector
- Log stack
This lineup has about a 70% destruction rate because it lands behind cover. Enemies have to expose themselves to shoot it.
Lineup #3: Garage to A-Link (Mid Control Special)
When to use: When your team wants to take mid control and split A.
Mid control on Haven is everything. If you own Garage, you can split A, pressure C, or just deny rotations. This dart gives you the info to take it safely.
How to Set It Up
- Stand inside Garage, near the left wall
- Aim at the wooden beam above the Garage exit
- One bar of power
- Bounce: 2
[IMAGE: Sova Dart Lineup Garage Haven Positioning]
What It Reveals
- A-Link players
- Anyone rotating from A-Short
- Courtyard aggression
The double bounce is key here. It makes the dart unpredictable and harder to prefire.
Lineup #4: Spawn to B-Site (The Post-Plant Intel)
When to use: After planting on B, to track retakes.
B-Site on Haven is compact, which makes post-plant situations intense. This dart helps you know exactly where the retake is coming from.
How to Set It Up
- From T-Spawn, stand near the A-Short entrance
- Look up at the clouds (yes, really)
- Find the specific cloud formation that looks like a triangle
- Aim at the tip
- Full power
- Bounce: 2
[IMAGE: Sova Dart Lineup Spawn to B Haven]
What It Reveals
- B Window
- B Back Site
- B Entrance from both sides
- Rotate timing from A and C
This is a high-skill lineup that takes practice, but it's devastating in clutch situations.
Lineup #5: A-Short to Heaven (The Money Dart)
When to use: Quick info dart before a fast A-push.
Sometimes you don't have time for a fancy spawn lineup. You're on A-Short, your team is ready, and you need info NOW.
How to Set It Up
- Stand at the corner of A-Short, near the stairs
- Jump and throw at the peak of your jump
- Aim at the Heaven window ledge
- Two bars
- No bounce
[IMAGE: Sova Dart A-Short Heaven Haven]
What It Reveals
- Heaven operator players
- Anyone holding from rafters
- Site defenders in the open
The key here is the timing. Throw it right before your team commits, and the enemy is forced to react immediately.
Damage Stats: Sova Recon Dart
| Stat | Value | |------|-------| | Reveal Duration | 3 pulses (~1.5s each) | | Reveal Radius | 7 meters | | Dart HP | 1 (one-shot destroyable) | | Charges | 1 (35s cooldown) | | Deploy Time | ~1.2 seconds |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Throwing darts too early - If you dart A-Site from spawn, it expires before your team arrives
- Predictable lineups - If enemies know your dart spots, they prefire them
- Not calling out dart info - A dart is useless if your team doesn't act on the intel
- Ignoring bounce mechanics - Bounces make darts unpredictable and harder to destroy
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FAQ
Q: What's the best Sova dart for retakes on Haven?
A: For A-Site retakes, use a dart from Hell that bounces off the back wall. For C, come from CT and dart Plat area.
Q: How do I practice Sova lineups?
A: Use custom games with "Cheats On" and infinite abilities. Practice each lineup 20+ times until muscle memory kicks in.
Q: Are these lineups still valid after the 2026 patches?
A: Yes! Map geometry hasn't changed. These lineups work in Episode 9 and will likely work for future episodes too.
Q: Should I buy Shock Darts or Recon Dart first?
A: Always recon dart first round. Information is more valuable than 90 damage in pistol rounds.
Ready to climb? Start practicing these lineups in custom games, then take them into ranked. Your teammates will thank you.
See you on the battlefield, Agent.