Overwatch Reveals New DPS Hero Shion, a Dual-Wielding Motorcycle Flanker
Shion is the first new hero since Overwatch dropped the '2' from its name in February, and her design leans into a cyber-yakuza aesthetic that ties into the game's expanding Japan-set story.
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Blizzard Entertainment announced the abilities of Shion, a new DPS hero for Overwatch, on June 12. The dual-pistol-wielding, motorcycle-riding cyber-yakuza flanker arrives with Season 3 on June 17 Japan time. The season also adds a new hybrid map, Neon Junction, set in Tokyo.
Blizzard released an animated trailer for Shion on June 10 and followed with a full ability breakdown two days later. Shion's main weapon, the Killer Pistol, fires both pistols in rapid succession. The Punishment ability fires an X-shaped barrage, and holding the button tightens the spread. Evasion dashes at high speed and grants temporary bonus health. Joyride summons a motorcycle that can charge forward on a second input. The ultimate, Slaughter, dashes forward with a barrage around the body and can be used up to three times per activation, including in the air.
Shion's perk system includes minor perks Fast Reload and Capital Punishment, and major perks Fuel Charge and Grudge of the Dead. Grudge of the Dead grants all sub-role passives from other DPS heroes: Sharpshooter, Specialist, and Recon. Season 3 also introduces the hybrid map Neon Junction, set in Tokyo, where the animated trailer places Shion's conflict.
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