Deadlock: How to Prevent It

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Deadlock The complex MOBA experience incorporates multiple combat mechanics beyond the vast roster of heroes and items. For example, parrying is a defensive skill that must be learned to counter melee attacks, which can be deadly in early game fights. This is especially true when fighting Abrams, a melee fighter. Parrying is the only way to stop him, so check out this guide to learn how to parry. Deadlock



How to defend against opponents in Deadlock

Image showing the blue shield in Deadlock.

in Deadlock, Parrying isn't easy, but it's a basic skill that helps you counter melee attacks. Press F to parry an enemy while about to punch. To stun them for a few seconds, with this crowd control effect, the target will be knocked down and take increased melee damage, so you can use this opportunity to land a few free attacks.

Players often find it difficult to master defense in other video games, but Deadlock Providing some visual cues and forgiveness for the mechanic, when Parry is activated, your character will gain a blue shield of the same shade around their body for a few seconds. During this time, opponents, minions, and even mid-bosses will be stunned if they launch a melee attack.


Protection does not apply to bullets, projectiles, or abilities other than melee attacks.

Minions will often attack a hero if they get too close, but their attacks aren't hard to detect. However, being able to identify when your opponent is about to strike can make a big difference. Since melee attacks are short-range, they'll try to get close to you, so the key to a successful parry is reading your surroundings.

In addition, powerful melee attacks have a noticeable dash animation, making them easier to detect, so press the F key whenever you see an enemy preparing to attack. Deadlock Heroes like Abrams are skilled at fighting for victory, and parrying is one way to counter them. If a parry fails, the skill goes on a 5-second cooldown, which is represented by a red fist icon next to the energy bar. You can reactivate the ability once the mark is gone, so spamming isn't an option.


How to Deal with Parry in Deadlock

Haze uses Unstoppable in Deadlock

Using melee attacks on defensive players can be risky until you learn how to avoid them altogether. It's important to flick your mouse away from your target to quickly redirect the punch if they're using defense.

Deadlock Items like Debuff Remover and Unstoppable are very effective against crowd control, with the latter being an active item that will prevent heroes from getting stunned for a few seconds. Just activate Unstoppable before punching a target to avoid getting deflected.

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