- Lil Timothy is a light ammo pistol added in the Trench Decay Skyfall update
- 40-round magazine loaded with incendiary rounds that ignite enemies on hit
- Fire zones: spent rounds can drop to the ground and burn anyone who steps in, including you
- Best role: crowd control against the Mindless and New Order clusters
- Standout look: gold-trimmed design makes it one of the most stylish weapons in the game
Lil Timothy Overview: The Pistol That Plays With Matches
Lil Timothy arrived in Trench Decay as part of the major Skyfall update, which also introduced the Division Garrison, new war bonds, and the Iron Maiden Penance Challenge. The flavor text says it all: "This Lil Timothy plays with matches, 40 of them at a time."
Video Highlights from the Skyfall update coverage:
- Lil Timothy holds a 40-round magazine of light ammo
- Every bullet deals fire (incendiary) damage
- Rounds can set the ground ablaze for area denial
- Widely regarded as one of the coolest-looking weapons in the update
The core identity of this weapon is attrition through flame. While single-target burst weapons like the Double-0 excel at explosive pinpoint damage, Lil Timothy rewards sustained fire that leaves burning terrain behind, punishing anything that tries to push through a corridor.
Treat Lil Timothy as an area-denial tool, not just a pistol. The value comes from the fire zones its rounds leave behind — chokepoints and trench lanes are where it shines.
Stats and Weapon Comparison
Here is how Lil Timothy stacks up against the other weapons introduced in the Skyfall update.
| Weapon | Ammo Type | Magazine | Damage Type | Standout Trait |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lil Timothy | Light | 40 rounds | Fire / Incendiary | Rounds ignite the ground for area damage |
| Double-0 | Light | 14 rounds | Explosive | Pistol with explosive rounds |
| MG 08 | Medium | 100 rounds | Standard | Water-cooled, belt-fed, sustained suppression |
| Chauchat | Medium | 20 rounds | Standard | Mid-tier automatic rifle |
| Shield (melee) | N/A | N/A | Physical | Blocks incoming damage, 20% move speed penalty |
Rating breakdown for Lil Timothy:
| Category | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Crowd Control | ★★★★★ | Incendiary ground fire hits groups repeatedly |
| Single-Target Burst | ★★★☆☆ | Lower instant damage than explosive options |
| Ammo Efficiency | ★★★★☆ | 40 rounds before reload with light ammo |
| Style | ★★★★★ | Gold-trimmed design, fan-favorite look |
| Self-Risk | ★★☆☆☆ | Your own fire zones can damage you |
Burning ground left by Lil Timothy damages you and your teammates too. Never backpedal through your own flames — plan your firing angles before you commit.
How to Use Lil Timothy Effectively
Follow these steps to get the most out of the incendiary mechanic.
Pick Your Lane
Choose a trench corridor, doorway, or chokepoint where enemies must funnel through. Narrow terrain multiplies the value of every burning round.
Open With Sustained Fire
Unload on the first wave of Mindless or New Order attackers. Each hit sets enemies ablaze, dealing fire damage over time even after you stop shooting.
Let the Ground Do the Work
As rounds drop and ignite the floor, retreat behind cover. Anything walking into the flame zone takes area damage automatically.
Rotate Around Your Fire
Reposition to a flank that keeps the burning zone between you and the enemy. Never step into your own flames.
Reload During Burn Time
Use the burn duration as a natural reload window — enemies caught in fire are taking damage while you top off the 40-round magazine.
Lil Timothy performs best against clustered Mindless hordes. Slow, grouped enemies take maximum value from ground fire, while fast charging enemies like the Jager boss are better handled from a distance.
Loadout Pairings
Trench Anchor
- Lil Timothy for chokepoint fire
- MG 08 for suppression
- Hold a fixed lane with overlapping damage zones
Shock Raider
- Lil Timothy for wave clear
- Double-0 for explosive burst
- High burst plus burn cleanup on stragglers
Defensive Wall
- Lil Timothy for denial
- Shield melee for blocking incoming fire
- Burn in front, block behind, control the space
Situational matchups:
| Scenario | Recommended Approach |
|---|---|
| Mindless horde in a trench | Sustained fire into the chokepoint, let ground burns stack |
| New Order push | Pre-burn the approach lane before they arrive |
| Jager boss (Ossuary) | Avoid the AoE smash; fire zones help chip during his charge recovery |
| Mixed with Commissar fight | Use fire zones to cover flanks while focusing the boss |
Coordinate burn zones with your Division Garrison members. One player anchoring a flaming choke while teammates fire from the flank turns Lil Timothy's weakness (self-damage zones) into a trap for the enemy.
Lil Timothy Mastery Checklist
Master the Flame:
- Unlock Lil Timothy from the Skyfall update content
- Ignite 3+ enemies in a single magazine
- Kill enemies using only ground fire damage
- Complete a raid without taking your own fire damage
- Use a burn zone to cover a Division teammate's flank
Spend one raid focusing only on placement. Aim rounds where enemies will be, not where they are — the delayed burn rewards anticipation over reaction.
FAQ
Q: What ammo does Lil Timothy use in Trench Decay?
Lil Timothy uses light ammo with a 40-round magazine. Every round is incendiary, dealing fire damage on hit and igniting the ground where rounds drop.
Q: Can Lil Timothy's fire damage the player?
Yes. The ground fire left by Lil Timothy's rounds damages anyone who steps in it, including you and your teammates. Positioning is essential.
Q: How does Lil Timothy compare to the Double-0?
The Double-0 fires explosive rounds with a 14-round magazine, making it better for burst single-target damage. Lil Timothy's 40 incendiary rounds favor sustained fire and area denial against groups.
Q: When was Lil Timothy added to Trench Decay?
Lil Timothy was added in the Skyfall update, alongside the MG 08, Double-0, Chauchat, the Shield melee weapon, the Division Garrison, three new war bonds, and the Iron Maiden Penance Challenge.