Recently, a new patch was released for the game Deadlock, introducing numerous changes along with six new heroes in test mode. In this article, the Blix team analyzes each of these heroes, ranging from the most recent versions to those still in testing. We will highlight their features, gameplay mechanics, and ENT (enemy interactions).
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Holliday
Deadlock hero: Holliday
Holiday is the sheriff of a small town and is accustomed to a quiet life. However, after a series of brutal murders, she decides to track down the criminal, whom she believes has fled to New York.
Characteristics and Abilities
Weapon Stats
- DPS: 72
- Bullet Damage: 32.2+1.49
- Ammo: 10
- Bullets per sec: 2.22
- Reload Time: 2.75s
- Bullet Velocity: 635m/s
- Light Melee: 63+2.67
- Heavy Melee: 116+4.91
- Falloff Range: 22m → 58m
Vitality Stats
- Health: 625+33
- Health Regen: 2
- Move Speed: 8.3m/s
- Stamina: 2
- Shooting: Involves using a pistol that holds 10 rounds. It has a high impact, particularly when a shot strikes the head.
- The first ability: Powder Keg is an explosive projectile that detonates upon being fired.
- The second Ability: A Bounce Pad that launches you into the air, accelerating your speed and dealing damage when you land accurately on an enemy.
- The third Ability: A Crackshot is a passive ability that enhances critical damage when landing headshots.
- Ultimate Ability: Spirit Lasso ensnares an enemy in a lasso, allowing you to slow and restrain it.
Calico
Deadlock hero: Calico
Calico is a dealer of occult weapons, willing to support any side in the conflict. She is enigmatic and unethical, but it adheres to its principles.
Characteristics and abilities
Weapon Stats
- DPS: 75
- Bullet Damage: 3+0.12
- Ammo: 16
- Bullets per sec: 5
- Reload Time: 3s
- Bullet Velocity: 318m/s
- Light Melee: 63+2.67
- Heavy Melee: 116+4.91
- Falloff Range: 22m → 58m
Vitality Stats
- Health: 550+41
- Health Regen: 2
- Move Speed: 7.3m/s
- Stamina: 3
- Shooting: 18 rounds, similar to those used in the Mirage, are utilized; the alternate mode decreases the rate of fire and increases damage.
- The first ability: Conjures the spirit of a cat that interacts with enemies, dealing damage to them.
- The second Ability: A melee attack that inflicts a deceleration effect on enemies.
- The third Ability: A statue that inflicts damage and reduces the healing effects of enemies.
- Ultimate Ability: A type of invisibility that only reveals the player when they attack.
Viper
Viper is a fugitive criminal who leads a network of street gangs. Her exceptional ability to escape from prisons has made her invaluable in the criminal underworld.
Deadlock hero: Viper
Characteristics and abilities
- Shooting: She has a fast pace and quick recharge rate, but does not look accurate at long distances.
- The first ability: A blade toss that includes a deceleration effect.
- The second Ability: This ability deal inflicts poison damage that increases as the enemy’s health decreases.
- The third Ability: A passive ability that enhances the sliding range.
- Ultimate Ability: This ability creates an area that causes petrification, dealing damage to enemies within it.
Magician
Deadlock hero: Magician
The Magician and his beloved died on stage, and now he embodies a mystical spirit seeking revenge.
Characteristics and Abilities
Weapon Stats
- DPS: 86
- Bullet Damage: 30+0.60
- Ammo: 22
- Bullets per sec: 2
- Reload Time: 2.5s
- Bullet Velocity: 86.4m/s
- Light Melee: 63+2.7
- Heavy Melee: 116
- Falloff Range: 25m → 61m
Vitality Stats
- Health: 550+31
- Health Regen: 3
- Move Speed: 7.3m/s
- Stamina: 3
- Shooting: His weapon delivers high damage but has a small supply of ammunition.
- The first ability: A projectile that applies deceleration and alters its trajectory.
- The second Ability: Calls forth an assistant that copies your attacks.
- The third Ability: Transforms an enemy into a toad, reducing its hitbox size.
- Ultimate Ability: When an accurate it is made, it swaps places with the enemy.
Fathom
Deadlock hero: Fathom
A mythical monster from the depths that aspires to become a natural top predator.
Characteristics and Abilities
Weapon Stats
- DPS: 62
- Bullet Damage: 40+0.57
- Ammo: 13
- Bullets per sec: 2.22
- Reload Time: 0.3s
- Bullet Velocity: 559m/s
- Light Melee: 63+2.7
- Heavy Melee: 116
- Falloff Range: 16m → 46m
Vitality Stats
- Health: 550+41
- Health Regen: 2
- Move Speed: 7.3m/s
- Stamina: 3
- Shooting: Fathom possesses a shotgun that boasts a high rate of fire but has a slow reload time.
- The first ability: Fathom inflicts damage to enemies directly in front of him, and this damage increases with each subsequent attack.
- The second Ability: Fathom jumps into the air and deals damage when landing.
- The third Ability: His passive ability grants him additional regeneration.
- Ultimate Ability: A harpoon that grants Fathom invisibility and restores health.
Wrecker
Deadlock hero: Wrecker
An elite mercenary from Eldrick Tactical Solutions, specializing in the most dangerous missions under contract.
Characteristics and Abilities
Weapon Stats
- DPS: 84
- Bullet Damage: 21
- Ammo: 15
- Bullets per sec: 4
- Reload Time: 2.75s
- Bullet Velocity: 635m/s
- Light Melee: 63
- Heavy Melee: 116
- Falloff Range: 22m → 58m
Vitality Stats
- Health: 550
- Health Regen: 2
- Move Speed: 7.3m/s
- Stamina: 3
- Shooting: Wrecker carries a blaster that holds ten rounds and is equipped with a standard sight.
- The first ability: Wrecker launches a ball made of scrap metal at opponents, dealing damage and stunning them.
- The second Ability: The Wrecker inflicts damage on both neutral characters and soldiers while simultaneously restoring its own health.
- The third Ability: The Wrecker unleashes a wave of scrap metal that creates a deceleration effect.
- Ultimate Ability: The Wrecker generates a ghostly projectile that damages and slows down enemies.
Conclusion
These characters add diversity to the game, as each one possesses unique abilities and an intriguing backstory. Since they are still in the early stages of development, some of their skills and appearances may change by the time of the full release. Stay tuned, and feel free to share your thoughts about the characters if you’d like to learn more! For more content related to Deadlock, we recommend visiting the Reddit thread.
