Valorant
The Sheriff is known for its one-shot kill capability. It is the only pistol in the game that can do so, making it a top choice for purchasable pistols for pros and nonpros alike. In the recently concluded VCT Champions 2022, the Sheriff was used 989 times. The next most used pistol was the Ghost, which was used 923 times.
Being one of the most used guns in the game, Riot knew to release several high-quality skins with different effects and animations. This article will list the current five best Sheriff skins in VALORANT. Considering their price, animation quality, sound effects quality, and overall design.
Note: The Night Market mentioned in this article is a shop of discounted skins in Valorant that every player can access at least once an act. The Night Market will include six randomly discounted skins that were released at least two acts before the act the Night Market was accessed.
Highlights
- Updated information on Top Sheriff Skins
- Reviewing the Weapons in Detail
Sentinels of Light Sheriff
Sentinels of Light Sheriff
The Sentinels of Light skin collection was released in July 2021. Based on the League of Legends lore, it revolves around the story of Viego's return to Runeterra and the Sentinels of Light who fight against him.
This skin comes with four color variants and three levels of upgrades. It includes visual effects, sound effects, weapon animations, and a kill animation/finisher. The skin's main attraction is its unique and well-liked reload animation. Its "pull out," also called "equip" animation, is widely considered among the best in the game, 25$ USD.
Price: 2,175 VP
Exclusive Edition
Release Patch: 3.02 (EP 3)
Skin Codename: Sol
Singularity Sheriff
Singularity Sheriff
The Singularity collection was one of the earliest Exclusive tier skins released in the game in October 2020. Yet, it is still loved even in 2022.
The skin can upgrade three levels up to level four. These upgrades include visual and sound effects, weapon animations, and a kill animation and banner. The skin's main attraction is the pulsating black hole within the weapon. This black hole has several great-looking interactions when shooting, inspecting, or reloading.
Overall, the four variant choices combined with the skin's high-quality animations and effects have made this one of the most loved Sheriff skins in Valorant. Its gunfire sound effects are among the few that many consider better than the default sound effects.
Price: 2,175 VP
Exclusive Edition
Release Patch: 1.10
Skin Codename: Edge
Protocol 781-A Sheriff
Protocol 781-A Sheriff
The Protocol 781-A Sheriff is the only Ultra-tier skin on this list. Having only been released in early 2022, it is also part of the only skin collection in the game that can talk. That's right; the Protocol Sheriff can upgrade four times. Apart from the main upgrades - visual and sound effects, weapon animations, finisher and kill animations, the skin can be elevated a fourth time to unlock its voice-over feature. You can now play Valorant and have your gun talk to you simultaneously. The "robot dystopian" themed skin comes in four variants: the White/Pink and Green variants use a female voice, while the default and Red/Blue variants use a male voice.
The skin receives its top three ranking as it is one of the unique skins in the game. Of course, it is also high quality to go along with its uniqueness. Thanks to its transformer-like pull-out animation, futuristic and captivating finisher animation, and voice-over feature, it has become a top choice for several players.
Being an Ultra tier skin, the Protocol Sheriff is the most expensive skin on this list. It costs 500 more VP than the previously mentioned skins, but it may be well worth it for all the features you get with the skin.
Price: 2,475 VP
Ultra Edition
Release Patch: 4.0
Skin Codename: Protocol
Reaver Sheriff
Reaver Sheriff
The Reaver Sheriff is nearly as old as the Singularity Sheriff and is the cheapest skin among the five on this list. The Reaver collection is one of the most loved skin collections in the game, if not the most. There's a high chance of finding Reaver skins both in pro matches and in your matches due to how long it's been out and how much people love Reaver skins. Despite being the cheapest skin on this list, it has reached second place in the top five.
Apart from its wonderfully designed aesthetic and model, it has one of the game's most satisfying gunfire and kill sound effects. Though it does not have an over-the-top or "big" animation, the simplicity in both its idle and reload animation may be its specialty. This could also be its deal-breaker or deal-maker.
Price: 1,775 VP
Premium Edition
Release Patch: 1.11 (EP 1)
Skin Codename: Soulstealer
Chronovoid Sheriff
Chronovoid Sheriff
The Chronovoid Sheriff, as of writing this article, is the latest Exclusive tier skin released. Despite being so new, it has won the hearts of many thanks to its unique and immensely satisfying sound effects. It also has an amazing reload animation that can impress most people, and its default, straight-up design is beautiful.
The animations of this skin are some of the best in the game. They aren't too disturbing while also bringing that spice and excitement to your Sheriff. The constant turning orb within the gun is its highlight. Several praises can be made for this skin, but watching and finding out for yourself may be the best option.
Price: 2175 VP
Exclusive Exclusive
Release Patch: 5.06
Skin Codename: Daedalus
Honorable Mentions
Arcane Sheriff
Arcane Sheriff
The Arcane Sheriff was part of an event promoting the release of Riot's League of Legends anime titled Arcane. The skin was part of a limited-time-only bundle that can no longer be bought. It was available for two weeks in November 2021.
The skin is the only Sheriff's skin held differently from any other, making your experience with it a literal one-of-a-kind. Its reload animation is also unique, referencing the same weapon that appears in the promoted animated series — Arcane.
Collection Type: Multiple sources, including Battle Pass and Valorant Points 2,377 Bundle, which equates to roughly 25.2$ in dollar terms.
Release Patch: 3.09
Skin Codename: XP1
Ion Sheriff
Ion Sheriff
The Ion Sheriff was notable for being used and praised by pro player ShahZam.
The Ion Sheriff, widely considered the king of Sheriff gunfire sound effects, did not make it to the top five list. Its lack of other color variants and design hurt its value as a skin. Ultimately, the Sentinels of Light Sheriff was chosen over the Ion, as it had more to give and deliver.
Price: 1,775 VP
Premium Edition
Release Patch: 1.12 (EP 1)
Skin Codename: Oblivion
These were our top five Sheriff skins to bring some change to your regular pistol. This article may have convinced you to stick to the default skin. Either way, gun skins are only cosmetic and are a matter of personal choice and preference. Make sure to choose the skin (or skins) that you'll like and enjoy. This article is only a reference or a guide to help you decide and show you the most popular and liked Sheriff skins. Happy fragging!
Summary
Many skins, except the ones named above, elevate the game's visual appeal. Valorant's Sheriff skins like 'Aristocrat' and 'Sakura' enhance visuals with elegance and cultural flair. 'Avalanche' offers a crisp, icy design, while 'Convex' adds a sleek, futuristic look. 'Galleria' brings artistic expression, allowing players to customize gameplay with individual style.
