Some killers are scary because of their weapons. The Unknown is scary because nobody can even describe it. Built from urban legends and twisted shapes, it messes with survivors' minds through hallucinations, sudden teleports, and bouncing blasts.
This guide covers The Unknown DBD in full: its power, perks, lore, and the strategies that work for both sides. If you enjoy killers with ranged attacks, our guide to The Huntress in Dead by Daylight covers another classic option.
So, what is The Unknown in DBD? The Unknown is an original killer from the All Things Wicked chapter. Its power, UVX, launches a bouncing projectile that makes survivors Weakened, and it leaves behind Hallucinations it can teleport to. It moves at 115% speed with a 32-meter terror radius and brings the perks Unbound, Undone, and Unforeseen.
The Unknown DBD: overview
The Unknown is one of Behaviour's original killers. It came with the All Things Wicked chapter alongside the survivor Sable Ward.Quick facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Chapter | All Things Wicked |
| Power | UVX |
| Movement speed | 115% (4.6 m/s) |
| Terror radius | 32 meters |
| Height | Average |
| Cost | 9,000 Iridescent Shards or 500 Auric Cells |
| Unique perks | Unbound, Undone, Unforeseen |
Lore in brief
The Unknown is a shapeless entity tied to urban legends about strange disappearances across many decades. Theories about it range from a cult creation to an alien or a failed experiment. A researcher named Olivia followed a case in a town called Greenville. There, she found a fog-shrouded creature being pulled into darkness, and dozens of voices began calling to her. That mystery is the core of the character: no one agrees on what The Unknown really is, and the game keeps it that way.How The Unknown's power works
UVX has three main parts: the projectile, Hallucinations, and teleports. Together, they create pressure from unexpected angles.UVX projectile step by step
- Hold the Power button: Charge the projectile.
- Press Attack: Launch a bouncing projectile.
- Create a Blast Area: On impact, it explodes in a small radius.
- Apply Weakened: Survivors caught in the blast become Weakened.
- Finish the job: A follow-up hit on a Weakened survivor can injure them.
Removing Weakened
Survivors can clear Weakened by looking directly at The Unknown from within 25 meters for a total of 10 seconds. However, doing so highlights them in pink for the killer. Therefore, survivors must choose between staying Weakened and revealing their position.Hallucinations and teleports
- Leaving Hallucinations: The Unknown leaves Hallucinations behind as it moves, with up to 4 at once.
- Teleporting: It can teleport to any Hallucination at least 3 meters away, leaving a short-lived decoy behind.
- Cooldown: Teleporting has a 25-second cooldown.
- Dispelling: Survivors can remove a Hallucination, but failing makes them Weakened and reveals them briefly.
- Faster charges: Weakened survivors and UVX hits speed up the next Hallucination.
The Unknown's perks
The Unknown's three unique perks focus on chase speed, generator control, and stealth.Unique perks
- Unbound: After injuring a survivor, vaulting windows gives The Unknown a short burst of Haste for a while.
- Undone: Hooks build tokens. Kicking a generator spends them to regress it and block it for a few seconds per token.
- Unforeseen: After damaging a generator, The Unknown's terror radius moves to that generator, and it becomes Undetectable for a short time.
How to use the perks
Unforeseen is a favorite for stealthy plays. Survivors hear the terror radius at the generator while the killer approaches silently from somewhere else. Meanwhile, Undone rewards hooking and kicking generators, which fits a slower, map-control style. Unbound helps killers who chase around window loops.Building around The Unknown DBD
A good build makes the most of UVX and Hallucinations. The goal is to combine map pressure with strong chase tools.Build ideas
- Stealth build: Pair Unforeseen with other perks that hide your approach, then teleport to surprise survivors.
- Generator control build: Combine Undone with regression perks to slow repairs after each hook.
- Chase build: Use Unbound with perks that reward injuring survivors to end loops faster.
- Information build: Add aura-reading perks to find survivors for your next UVX shot.
Choosing add-ons
Add-ons can change how your projectile, Hallucinations, and teleports behave. Start with ones that make your projectile easier to land, then experiment as your aim improves. As always, read each add-on in game, since Behaviour adjusts numbers in balance updates.The All Things Wicked chapter
The chapter also introduced the survivor Sable Ward, whose perks include Invocation: Weaving Spiders, Strength in Shadows, and Wicked. Together with The Unknown, the chapter leaned into occult and urban legend themes. Therefore, if you enjoy the lore, both characters share a setting full of mysterious disappearances and strange rituals.How to play The Unknown
The Unknown rewards creative angles. Bouncing shots, hidden teleports, and mind games are its strongest tools.Killer tips
- Bounce shots around corners: The projectile can hit survivors behind cover.
- Weaken first, then injure: Plan two hits instead of one.
- Spread Hallucinations: Place them near generators for fast teleports later.
- Use decoys: Leave a decoy to confuse survivors while you teleport.
A simple game plan
- Walk the map early: Leave Hallucinations near key generators.
- Start chases with UVX: Weaken survivors from range.
- Teleport to pressure: Jump to generators when survivors repair them.
- Punish dispels: Survivors who fail dispels become Weakened.
How to play against The Unknown
Survivors can beat The Unknown with awareness and smart choices about Weakened.Survivor tips
- Break line of sight: Make bouncing shots harder to land.
- Clear Weakened safely: Look at the killer only when it is safe to be revealed.
- Dispel carefully: Failing a dispel makes you Weakened.
- Watch for decoys: The killer you see may not be the real one.
Is The Unknown good in DBD?
The Unknown has a flexible power with ranged pressure and map mobility. Many players consider it solid, though its strength depends on aim and smart Hallucination placement. In addition, its perks are popular on other killers, especially Unforeseen for stealthy generator plays.Pro Tips: The Unknown DBD
- Practice bounce angles: Walls and floors can redirect your shots.
- Keep Hallucinations near generators: They become teleport points for pressure.
- Combine Unforeseen with teleports: Survivors will not know where you are.
- Track pink outlines: Survivors clearing Weakened reveal themselves.
Common Mistakes with The Unknown
- Firing straight at survivors in the open: Easy to dodge. Fix: use bounces and corners.
- Ignoring Hallucinations: You lose mobility. Fix: spread them early.
- Survivors dispelling recklessly: Failing makes them Weakened. Fix: dispel when safe.
- Trusting what you see: Decoys fool survivors. Fix: listen and watch the terror radius.
FAQ: The Unknown DBD
What chapter is The Unknown from?
The Unknown comes from the All Things Wicked chapter, alongside the survivor Sable Ward.How much does The Unknown cost?
It costs 9,000 Iridescent Shards or 500 Auric Cells.Can The Unknown teleport?
Yes. It can teleport to its Hallucinations, leaving a decoy behind.Is The Unknown hard to play?
It has a learning curve. Landing bounce shots and placing Hallucinations well takes practice, but the payoff is strong map pressure.What is The Unknown's movement speed?
It moves at 115%, or 4.6 meters per second, the standard speed for many killers.How do you remove Weakened?
Look directly at The Unknown from within 25 meters for a total of 10 seconds.Why your connection matters when facing The Unknown DBD
The Unknown's power depends on precise timing, both for killers aiming shots and survivors dodging them.How lag affects these matches
- Missed UVX shots: Projectiles land late.
- Unfair hits: Survivors get caught after dodging on their screen.
- Delayed teleports: Pressure arrives too late.
- Disconnections: You lose the match and progress.
How ExitLag helps
ExitLag is a connection optimizer for online games that finds the fastest and most stable route to the Dead by Daylight servers. Its Multipath Technology sends data through several routes at once, so if one becomes unstable, the others keep you connected. As a result, every shot, vault, and teleport responds on time. To get started, download the ExitLag app, search for Dead by Daylight, select your region, and apply the routes.
The Unknown DBD: final thoughts
The Unknown blends ranged pressure, mobility, and mind games into one unsettling package. Master its angles, and survivors will never feel safe.Key takeaways
- The Unknown is an original killer from All Things Wicked.
- UVX applies Weakened, and a follow-up hit injures.
- Hallucinations act as teleport points.
- Its perks are Unbound, Undone, and Unforeseen.
