Abrams in Deadlock specializes in close combat and has the ability to regenerate, combining strong defense with powerful combat skills. Due to its capabilities and characteristics, it is one of the strongest tanks in the game.
In this Abrams guide, we'll cover the following aspects:
- Strengths and weaknesses of the hero
- Current build and ability upgrades
- Best synergies
THE GUIDE WAS MADE BASED ON THE 29/09/2024 PATCH
How to play as Abrams
To play Abrams effectively in Deadlock, focus on his strong defense, regeneration, and mobility. Your job is to hold the front line by blocking enemy attacks and use your recovery ability to stay in the fight as long as possible. Thanks to its high mobility, Abrams easily breaks through enemies, which allows you to capture key positions. Interact with the team, providing protection and support to create the conditions for victory. Adapt your strategy depending on the situation on the battlefield, using the versatility of the hero to achieve success.
Strengths:
- High mobility
- Very strong in team fights
- A large amount of control
- One of the strongest heroes in close combat
- Strong at all stages of the game
Weaknesses:
- It's hard to play against ranged heroes
- Not suitable for isolated fights.
- Items for healing reduction
- Difficult to play if players are good at parrying
Abrams abilities
Stats without upgrades:
Attribute | Value |
---|---|
Cooldown | 42s |
Duration | 4s |
DPS | 35 |
Radius | 10m |
Heal vs Heroes | 100% |
Heal vs Non-Heroes | 50% |
Upgrades:
Upgrade | Effect |
---|---|
1 AP | -20s Cooldown |
2 AP | +2 Duration |
5 AP | +40 DPS |
Stats without upgrades:
Attribute | Value |
---|---|
Duration | 1.2s |
Cooldown | 35s |
Damage | 40 |
Stun Duration | 0.85s |
Upgrades:
Upgrade | Effect |
---|---|
1 AP | -20s Cooldown |
2 AP | +0.5s Duration |
5 AP | +5.5 Weapon Damage for 8s after colliding with an enemy |
Stats without upgrades:
Attribute | Value |
---|---|
Damage Regenerated | 15% |
Regeneration Time | 18s |
Health Regen | +1 |
Upgrades:
Upgrade | Effect |
---|---|
1 AP | +1.5 Health Regen |
2 AP | +150 Health |
5 AP | +8% Damage Regenerated |
Stats without upgrades:
Attribute | Value |
---|---|
Cooldown | 150s |
Damage | 150 |
Stun Duration | 1s |
Impact Radius | 9m |
Upgrades:
Upgrade | Effect |
---|---|
1 AP | -40s Cooldown |
2 AP | Gain 100 Max HP and 15% Fire Rate per hero hit. Lasts 25s. |
5 AP | On cast, become Immune to Stun, Silence, Sleep, Root, and Disarm. Expires 3s after landing. |
Build and upgrade abilities
Abrams is a character that needs equipment to increase his survivability. Therefore, in the first moments of the game, you should choose everything that will help restore health, for example, vampirism for close combat or healing shots. After that, you should focus on the category Vitality, buying items from the section Weapon. At the end of the game, pay attention to Spirit items, they will be indispensable for you
Early game:
- Melee Lifesteal
- Close Quarters
- Extra Stamina
- Melee Charge
- Restorative Shot
- Healing Rite
- Extra rain
- Sprint Boots
Mid game:
- Kinetic Dash
- Active Reload
- Lifestrike
- Improved Bullet Armor
- Hunter's Aura
- Berserker
Late game:
- Phantom Strike
- Warp Stone
- Superior Cooldown
- Diviner's Kevlar
- Soul Rebirth
- Metal Skin
This is the optimal build. Remember! You can change purchases if the situation requires it.
The priority of pumping abilities to the maximum
1. Seismic Impact
2. Siphon Life
3. Shoulder Charge (it is important to pump at the beginning of the game at 1-2 levels for a comfortable line)
4. Infernal Resilience
The best synergies and counters
The best combinations with heroes:
Abrams + Seven | 60.1% win rate |
Abrams + Warden | 55.5% win rate |
Abrams + Haze | 53.4% win rate |
Almost every character feels good with Abrams. He acts as a shield or a battering ram for his allies, making everyone happy to have him on their team
Counters:
1. Gray Talon
2. Vindicta
These characters easily keep Abrams at a distance and prevent him from revealing his strengths. Do not forget about other ways to counteract it. Abrams is afraid of healing reduction items.
An example of a game on Abrams
You can watch this game, then you can see the hero in the game, how to implement it, how to position and move around the map. Also, you can understand how and when to use abilities for maximum benefit.
Conclusion
Abrams is an ideal choice for players who prefer an aggressive frontline style of play, combining powerful melee attacks with high defense and regeneration. With this strategy, you'll be able to make the most of his strengths such as enemy control and mobility, making him an indispensable tank for team play. With our advice on builds, leveling abilities and synergies, you will be able to dominate the battlefield and adapt your tactics depending on your opponents. By following this guide, you will be able to successfully increase your rating and improve your Abrams gaming experience.
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