Abrams Guide - Deadlock
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Abrams Guide - Deadlock

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:

  1. High mobility
  2. Very strong in team fights
  3. A large amount of control
  4. One of the strongest heroes in close combat
  5. Strong at all stages of the game

 Weaknesses:

  1. It's hard to play against ranged heroes
  2. Not suitable for isolated fights.
  3. Items for healing reduction
  4. Difficult to play if players are good at parrying

Abrams abilities

Drain health from enemies in front of you while they are in the radius.
Drain health from enemies in front of you while they are in the radius.

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
Charge forward, colliding with enemies and dragging them along. Hitting a wall will Stun enemies caught by Abrams. Speed increased after colliding with enemy Heroes.
Charge forward, colliding with enemies and dragging them along. Hitting a wall will Stun enemies caught by Abrams. Speed increased after colliding with enemy Heroes.

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
Regenerate a portion of incoming damage over time.
Regenerate a portion of incoming damage over time.

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
Leap high into the air and choose a ground location to crash into. When you hit the ground, all enemies in the radius are damaged and stunned. Press the left mouse button to crash down early.
Leap high into the air and choose a ground location to crash into. When you hit the ground, all enemies in the radius are damaged and stunned. Press the left mouse button to crash down early.

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.

Embedded YouTube Video

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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