
The Shiv vs Calico matchup is extremely close at 50.4% vs 49.7% win rate across 1,165 matches. Calico has a slight edge in kill-death ratio. Individual skill and positioning will determine the outcome more than hero selection in this balanced matchup.
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The Shiv vs Calico matchup in Deadlock is an extremely close matchup where individual skill is the deciding factor. Based on 1,165 recent matches analyzed, Shiv wins with a 50.4% win rate compared to Calico's 49.7%, giving Shiv a 0.7 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Calico consistently outperforms. Both Shiv and Calico have roughly equal chances of winning. Focus on outplaying your opponent through superior positioning, ability usage, and map awareness rather than relying on any inherent hero advantage.
Calico achieves a clean sweep in the combat department, winning all five metrics against Shiv in the Shiv vs Calico matchup. This comprehensive dominance across KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability demonstrates that Calico holds systematic mechanical advantages in these encounters. Based on analysis of 1,165 competitive matches, Calico players can approach duels against Shiv with confidence, while Shiv players must completely avoid fair fights and instead focus on ability-based contributions, objective play, and team coordination to remain impactful.
Calico vastly out-earns Shiv by 4,586 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.







This winning build for Shiv against Calico focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 50.4% win rate against Calico, these 7 items help Shiv press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Restorative Shot, Ethereal Shift, Arctic Blast, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 39,200 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.







Calico's counter-build against Shiv attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Calico players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Indomitable, Boundless Spirit, Scourge, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 30,400 souls Knowing Calico's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.
These item builds are optimized for the Shiv vs Calico matchup based on win rate data from 1,165 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.
Shiv has favorable matchups against 16 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 21 heroes in Deadlock. Shiv's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 55.0% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 42.6% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50.18% | 2,368 | 2.87 | 8.7 | 7.4 | 35,074 | 41,351 | |
| 45.21% | 2,205 | 2.77 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 33,791 | 40,396 | |
| 53.00% | 2,045 | 2.80 | 8.6 | 7.4 | 35,357 | 41,090 | |
| 50.22% | 1,906 | 2.88 | 8.4 | 7.1 | 34,232 | 41,247 | |
| 48.81% | 1,793 | 2.84 | 8.4 | 7.2 | 35,214 | 41,575 | |
| 47.84% | 1,748 | 2.74 | 8.5 | 7.5 | 33,858 | 41,034 | |
| 54.10% | 1,504 | 2.87 | 8.5 | 7.2 | 34,465 | 41,633 | |
| 46.93% | 1,468 | 2.78 | 8.1 | 7.1 | 33,589 | 40,436 | |
| 47.86% | 1,418 | 2.90 | 8.5 | 7.2 | 35,184 | 41,009 | |
| 48.19% | 1,355 | 2.81 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 35,232 | 41,651 | |
| 54.85% | 1,325 | 2.90 | 8.7 | 7.2 | 35,253 | 41,909 | |
| 50.52% | 1,317 | 2.69 | 8.0 | 7.4 | 32,435 | 40,527 | |
| 47.41% | 1,314 | 2.93 | 8.7 | 7.0 | 35,025 | 41,941 | |
| 49.92% | 1,303 | 2.79 | 8.2 | 7.3 | 34,313 | 40,884 | |
| 42.61% | 1,300 | 2.74 | 8.3 | 7.2 | 33,000 | 41,225 | |
| 47.87% | 1,267 | 2.82 | 8.4 | 7.2 | 33,759 | 41,064 | |
| 47.23% | 1,259 | 2.79 | 8.3 | 7.1 | 33,199 | 41,505 | |
| 43.03% | 1,258 | 2.77 | 8.3 | 7.1 | 34,018 | 40,346 | |
| 46.21% | 1,243 | 2.76 | 8.3 | 7.4 | 33,798 | 40,509 | |
| 50.66% | 1,203 | 2.90 | 8.6 | 7.1 | 34,307 | 41,210 | |
| 49.27% | 1,192 | 2.89 | 8.6 | 7.2 | 35,672 | 40,961 | |
| 50.41% | 1,165 | 2.88 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 34,309 | 41,136 | |
| 46.89% | 1,152 | 2.78 | 8.3 | 7.2 | 35,397 | 41,156 | |
| 44.88% | 1,143 | 2.85 | 8.1 | 7.1 | 34,804 | 41,684 | |
| 51.34% | 1,067 | 2.79 | 8.2 | 7.2 | 34,105 | 41,224 | |
| 51.53% | 1,064 | 2.78 | 8.5 | 7.4 | 33,931 | 41,605 | |
| 48.68% | 1,050 | 2.72 | 8.4 | 7.6 | 34,610 | 41,613 | |
| 49.06% | 971 | 2.71 | 8.1 | 7.3 | 33,758 | 40,959 | |
| 51.71% | 924 | 2.91 | 8.6 | 7.2 | 34,944 | 41,805 | |
| 52.15% | 874 | 2.87 | 8.4 | 7.2 | 34,199 | 41,917 | |
| 52.31% | 870 | 2.85 | 8.4 | 7.4 | 35,347 | 41,723 | |
| 54.15% | 808 | 2.86 | 8.4 | 7.2 | 35,336 | 42,394 | |
| 45.43% | 763 | 2.76 | 7.9 | 7.0 | 32,738 | 40,945 | |
| 46.29% | 664 | 2.81 | 8.5 | 7.3 | 37,401 | 40,942 | |
| 55.02% | 627 | 3.01 | 8.2 | 6.8 | 33,651 | 41,373 | |
| 50.34% | 620 | 2.72 | 8.2 | 7.4 | 34,063 | 41,564 | |
| 45.47% | 560 | 2.88 | 8.1 | 6.9 | 32,401 | 40,435 |
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Shiv's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 55.0% win rate. Shiv excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
Shiv's hardest matchup is against Graves, with only a 42.6% win rate. Against this opponent, Shiv should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
Shiv has 16 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 21 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
When playing Shiv 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.
Key stats to analyze in Shiv'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.
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