A lot of changes were introduced in Season 4 Reloaded of Call of Duty Warzone. Most of the
adjustments were mentioned in the patch notes and some weapons did get a buff/nerf. The latest
Call of Duty let the meta shift from Vanguard weapons to a balanced meta with guns from all the
three different integrations of Warzone.

The mid-season patch has resulted in a rise of firearms from Black Ops Cold War and Modern
Warfare.

The AS-VAL has a rich history in Call of Duty Warzone. The bullet penetration of this gun could easily
puncture the soft covers and hit the enemies standing at the back of the cover. The penetration
power of the bullets was nerfed by the developers and the gun gradually faded away. But the latest
patch has brought significant shadow buffs for this weapon.

The TTK of this weapon is so absurd that it competes with the TTK of the top meta-SMGs of
Warzone. Players should definitely give this weapon a try.
Best overall build for AS-VAL:

•  Laser - Tac Laser
•  Stock - Stovl 6P30 Skelet
•  Underbarrel - Commando Foregrip
•  Magazine - 30 Round Mags
•  Perk - Sleight of Hand
• This is a setup for close to mid-range combat but can also be used for long-range engagements if the situation
  demands. This is the best build for the weapon when it is to be used on Fortune's Keep and Rebirth Island.
• Best close-range build for AS-VAL:
• Barrel - Stovl SOF
•  Laser - 5mw Laser
•  Stock - Stovl 6P30 Skelet
•  Magazine - 30 Round Mags
•  Perk - Sleight of Hand

This is an SMG-esque build for the AS-VAL. This build will excel in close-quarters combat for Rebirth
Island and Fortune's Keep.

• Best long-range build for AS-VAL:
•  Barrel - VLK 200mm Osa
•  Stock - VLK Strelok
•  Underbarrel - Commando Foregrip
•  Magazine - 30 Round Mags
•  Perk - Sleight of Hand

This is the go-to build for those wishing to use AS-VAL in Caldera as a primary weapon. 
So, AS-VAL is a versatile weapon that can be modified into various builds in order to fit the situation.
These three builds for the AS-VAL feature a chest TTK of 603ms. But players should choose their
engagements properly by keeping in mind the 30-round magazine.