The Shadow SK is a solid Good-tier sniper rifle in Warzone with a 580ms ADS time, 870 m/s bullet velocity, and a 336-damage headshot up close. Here are three builds to get the most out of it.
ADS
580ms
RPM
86
Bullet Vel.
870 m/s
TTK (close)
698ms
Best Build
Best Shadow SK Build
This is the all-around recommended setup, balancing ADS speed, flinch resistance, and bullet velocity.
| Slot | Attachment | |------|------------| | Muzzle | Monolithic Suppressor | | Barrel | 22.47" Strand Barrel | | Rear Grip | E-3 Billet Skeleton Grip | | Laser | 3mW Motion Strike Laser | | Fire Mods | 300 WM Overpressured |
Share Code: R02-2JD6W-ZRA92-BY11
The 22.47" Strand Barrel is the longer barrel option, pushing bullet velocity beyond the base 870 m/s for more reliable connections at extreme distances. The Monolithic Suppressor keeps you off the minimap while adding range. The 300 WM Overpressured rounds are key — they increase flinch on your target, making follow-up shots more forgiving if you don't land the initial headshot. The 3mW Motion Strike Laser and E-3 Billet Skeleton Grip both tighten up ADS speed to offset the heavier barrel.
Long Range Build
Optimized for holding long sightlines where ADS speed matters less than precision.
| Slot | Attachment | |------|------------| | Muzzle | Monolithic Suppressor | | Barrel | 19.6" Bell-XI Barrel | | Rear Grip | E-3 Billet Skeleton Grip | | Laser | MFS Convergence Box Laser | | Fire Mods | 300 WM Overpressured |
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This variant swaps to the 19.6" Bell-XI Barrel and the MFS Convergence Box Laser. The Convergence Box Laser is geared toward stability and idle sway reduction, which is more valuable when you're holding angles for extended periods. You still keep the Overpressured rounds and the Skeleton Grip as core pieces of the kit.
Rush Build
For aggressive snipers who push and reposition frequently.
| Slot | Attachment | |------|------------| | Muzzle | Monolithic Suppressor | | Barrel | 19.6" Bell-XI Barrel | | Stock | E-Firm Riser | | Rear Grip | E-3 Billet Skeleton Grip | | Fire Mods | 300 WM Overpressured |
Share Code: R02-2JD6P-E73EC-FY11
The Rush build drops the laser entirely in favor of the E-Firm Riser stock, which improves sprint-to-fire and movement handling. This is the fastest-feeling version of the Shadow SK, meant for quick-scoping or snapping to targets after a sprint. The base 580ms ADS should come down noticeably with the Skeleton Grip and stock working together.
Shadow SK Damage Profile
The Shadow SK deals solid damage across all ranges, but it is not a one-shot kill to the chest in Warzone. Headshots are essential.
| Range | Head | Chest | Stomach | Legs | |-------|------|-------|---------|------| | 0–51m | 336 | 112 | 105 | 97 | | 51–76m | 318 | 106 | 99 | 92 | | 76m+ | 294 | 98 | 92 | 85 |
At 336 to the head within 51 meters, the Shadow SK can down with a single headshot against enemies at full health (250 HP) only if they've taken prior damage — or one headshot plus a body shot will secure the kill quickly at its 86 RPM fire rate, resulting in a 698ms TTK. Beyond 76 meters, headshot damage drops to 294, so two shots are required regardless of where you hit at extreme range.
The 10-round magazine is the main weakness. You have limited room for missed shots, especially during squad fights. Consider pairing with a high-capacity SMG or AR to handle close-quarters engagements.
How It Compares to Other Snipers
The Shadow SK sits in the Good tier alongside the AMR Mod 4 and FJX Imperium. If you want the current top-performing sniper, the Hawker HX holds the Meta tier. Check the full meta tier list to see where all snipers rank.
Shadow SK
GoodAMR Mod 4
Good
The AMR Mod 4 is the closest comparison — both are Good-tier bolt-actions. The choice between them typically comes down to feel and specific stat tradeoffs. You can compare with AMR Mod 4 side by side on our comparison page.
Key Stats at a Glance
- Tier: Good
- ADS Time: 580ms
- Bullet Velocity: 870 m/s
- Fire Rate: 86 RPM
- Magazine Size: 10 rounds
- TTK (close & long): 698ms
Final Takeaway
The Shadow SK is a reliable sniper that rewards headshot accuracy. It won't one-shot to the chest in Warzone, so if you aren't confident hitting heads consistently, the 698ms two-shot TTK is still competitive but demands you land those follow-ups. The 300 WM Overpressured rounds are non-negotiable across all three builds — the flinch they cause gives you a real edge in sniper duels.
For the full stat breakdown, visit the Shadow SK weapon page. For more builds across every weapon class, check out our loadout guides.