Calico vs Shivvs Shiv
Calico dominates Shiv with a commanding 55.3% win rate in Deadlock. Across 2,611 games, Calico averages 8.9 kills and -929 more player damage per match. This favorable matchup allows aggressive play and early fight opportunities.
Calico Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Calico performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, combat stats, net worth comparison, and damage analysis — all based on real ranked Deadlock data.
Shiv(55.3%)
Who Wins the Calico vs Shiv Matchup?
Calico vs Shiv Matchup Summary
The Calico vs Shiv matchup in Deadlock is a decisive one-sided matchup. Based on 2,611 recent matches analyzed, Calico wins with a 55.3% win rate compared to Shiv's 44.4%, giving Calico a 11.0 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Calico consistently outperforms. Calico has overwhelming statistical superiority in this matchup. Shiv should avoid direct confrontation, focus entirely on farm and objectives, and wait for team fight scenarios where individual matchup advantages are diluted.
Calico vs Shiv Combat Analysis
Calico edges out Shiv in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, survivability, objective damage. With only a 3-2 margin based on 2,611 matches analyzed, this Calico vs Shiv matchup remains contestable for both sides. Shiv shouldn't feel outmatched — the statistical gap is narrow enough that individual skill, positioning choices, and in-game decision making can easily swing specific encounters in Shiv's favor.
Calico vs Shiv Economy Comparison
Calico vastly out-earns Shiv by 2,096 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Calico will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Both heroes farm at comparable rates, so lane control will depend on harassment patterns and jungle support rather than inherent farming advantages.
Calico vs Shiv Recommended Builds
Calico Build vs Shiv
This winning build for Calico against Shiv focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 55.3% win rate against Shiv, these 7 items help Calico press the advantage and close out games efficiently. The recommended items include Blood Tribute, Shadow Weave, High-Velocity Rounds, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 30,400 souls. The build includes high-value items that scale well into the late game. Farm efficiently and look for opportunities to extend your lead before completing these power spikes.
Shiv Build vs Calico
Shiv's counter-build against Calico attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Shiv players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. The recommended items include Titanic Magazine, Mystic Slow, Cheat Death, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 27,200 souls. Knowing Shiv's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.
These item builds are optimized for the Calico vs Shiv matchup based on win rate data from 2,611 competitive matches. Item choices in Deadlock significantly impact matchup outcomes — the right build can help overcome statistical disadvantages or extend existing advantages. Remember to adapt your build based on game state, team compositions, enemy itemization, and whether you're ahead or behind in souls.
Calico has favorable matchups against 25 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 8 heroes in Deadlock. Calico's strongest matchup is against Mirage with a 55.8% win rate. The hardest matchup is Victor at 44.7% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | KDA | Kills | Deaths | Player DMG | Net Worth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54.84% | 6,865 | 3.36 | 8.8 | 6.6 | 33,402 | 42,292 | |
| 48.33% | 4,983 | 3.19 | 8.8 | 6.8 | 33,372 | 41,714 | |
| 52.69% | 4,292 | 3.16 | 8.6 | 6.9 | 33,096 | 41,907 | |
| 51.87% | 3,500 | 3.27 | 9.0 | 6.9 | 34,510 | 42,580 | |
| 48.32% | 3,475 | 3.06 | 8.6 | 7.0 | 33,763 | 42,152 | |
| 47.29% | 3,167 | 3.13 | 8.7 | 6.8 | 33,047 | 41,823 | |
| 50.85% | 2,767 | 3.17 | 8.5 | 6.8 | 33,418 | 41,790 | |
| 55.31% | 2,611 | 3.28 | 8.9 | 6.8 | 34,165 | 42,697 | |
| 54.58% | 2,476 | 3.33 | 8.8 | 6.6 | 32,897 | 41,741 | |
| 53.55% | 2,467 | 3.34 | 8.9 | 6.6 | 34,361 | 42,529 | |
| 44.73% | 2,432 | 3.17 | 8.6 | 6.6 | 33,918 | 41,457 | |
| 50.18% | 2,414 | 3.30 | 8.9 | 6.7 | 33,905 | 42,391 | |
| 51.40% | 2,394 | 3.14 | 8.8 | 7.0 | 33,131 | 41,596 | |
| 51.32% | 2,049 | 3.24 | 8.7 | 6.7 | 32,788 | 41,834 | |
| 54.29% | 2,049 | 3.39 | 8.7 | 6.4 | 32,589 | 41,237 | |
| 50.14% | 1,926 | 3.30 | 8.9 | 6.7 | 34,472 | 42,379 | |
| 46.00% | 1,921 | 3.09 | 8.7 | 7.0 | 32,471 | 41,813 | |
| 53.50% | 1,907 | 3.28 | 8.9 | 6.8 | 34,006 | 42,168 | |
| 49.10% | 1,895 | 3.14 | 8.4 | 6.7 | 32,933 | 41,589 | |
| 51.31% | 1,823 | 3.17 | 8.8 | 7.0 | 33,917 | 42,587 | |
| 53.44% | 1,717 | 3.35 | 8.9 | 6.6 | 33,713 | 42,400 | |
| 48.96% | 1,709 | 3.29 | 8.6 | 6.5 | 33,675 | 41,902 | |
| 51.72% | 1,597 | 3.49 | 9.3 | 6.3 | 34,424 | 42,137 | |
| 53.31% | 1,553 | 3.17 | 8.8 | 6.8 | 32,779 | 41,958 | |
| 53.75% | 1,522 | 3.25 | 9.0 | 6.8 | 34,153 | 42,672 | |
| 51.17% | 1,456 | 3.22 | 9.0 | 6.9 | 34,240 | 42,055 | |
| 49.06% | 1,362 | 3.23 | 9.1 | 6.9 | 35,554 | 42,677 | |
| 52.78% | 1,253 | 3.19 | 9.1 | 7.0 | 33,649 | 42,071 | |
| 53.67% | 1,172 | 3.31 | 9.0 | 6.7 | 33,124 | 41,726 | |
| 55.80% | 941 | 3.37 | 8.7 | 6.4 | 33,151 | 42,285 | |
| 52.83% | 922 | 3.29 | 8.7 | 6.6 | 33,034 | 42,446 | |
| 52.27% | 780 | 3.32 | 8.7 | 6.5 | 33,316 | 42,179 | |
| 53.32% | 710 | 3.36 | 8.5 | 6.5 | 34,498 | 41,408 |
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Calico Matchups - FAQ
What is Calico's best matchup in Deadlock?
Calico's best matchup is against Mirage, achieving a 55.8% win rate. Calico excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Calico's hardest matchup?
Calico's hardest matchup is against Victor, with only a 44.7% win rate. Against this opponent, Calico should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Calico have?
Calico has 25 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 8 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Calico in difficult matchups?
When playing Calico in difficult matchups, prioritize safe farming, positioning, and team coordination. Adjust your item build to compensate for the matchup disadvantage, and look for opportunities to impact fights through abilities rather than direct confrontation.
What stats should I focus on in Calico's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Calico's matchups include win rate, KDA ratio, average player damage, and net worth difference. High damage matchups favor aggressive play, while low KDA matchups suggest playing more defensively and relying on team support.