Win Rate
48.6%
Matches
768
KDA
2.52
Yamato vs Calicovs Calico
Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches12,235
Version6668
Last UpdatedAug 5, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Yamato faces a challenging 48.6% win rate against Calico in this Deadlock matchup. Data from 768 games shows Yamato averages 1.1 more deaths. Focus on safe farming, team coordination, and avoiding 1v1 confrontations.
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Yamato Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Yamato 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.
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Yamato
48.6% WR
VS
Calico
51.0% WR
Who Wins the Yamato vs Calico Matchup?
Winner
Calico
Matches: 768
48.6%
51.0%
8.3
8.8
8.4
7.2
12.8
14.6
40,148
44,626
35,207
35,995
6,044
5,658
81.4
72.8
Yamato vs Calico Matchup Summary
The Yamato vs Calico matchup in Deadlock is a relatively balanced matchup with a slight edge. Based on 768 recent matches analyzed, Calico wins with a 51.0% win rate compared to Yamato's 48.6%, giving Calico a 2.3 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in fragging power, where Calico consistently outperforms. Calico has a small statistical advantage, but Yamato can absolutely win through smart play. The margin is thin enough that jungle rotations, team coordination, and mechanical outplays will often determine the outcome more than champion select.
Yamato vs Calico Combat Analysis
Calico claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Yamato vs Calico matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. Our analysis of 768 ranked games reveals Calico consistently outperforms Yamato in direct combat scenarios. While Yamato manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Calico in fights. Yamato players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Calico dominates.
KDA Ratio
2.52Yamato
3.23Calico
The KDA disparity between Calico and Yamato is substantial: 3.23 versus 2.52, a commanding 0.71 point difference that reveals Calico's dominance in direct combat exchanges. This matchup data from 768 games shows Calico consistently outfragging and outliving Yamato in these encounters. For Yamato players, the strategic implication is clear: avoid 1v1 gunfights against Calico whenever possible. Instead, leverage team utility, information gathering, and multi-person pushes to neutralize Calico's mechanical advantage.Avg Kills
8.3Yamato
8.8Calico
Calico secures approximately 0.5 more kills per match than Yamato in this head-to-head (8.8 vs 8.3). Over the course of a typical match, this translates to Calico contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Calico's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Yamato can compensate through superior objective focus, team fight positioning, or clutch performances.Avg Deaths
8.4Yamato
7.2Calico
Calico demonstrates markedly better survivability against Yamato, recording fewer deaths per game. Dying less frequently gives Calico significantly more impact potential — more opportunities for multi-kills, more presence in objective fights, and more economic stability from staying alive. Yamato players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.Player DMG
35,207Yamato
35,995Calico
Player damage output is remarkably close in the Yamato vs Calico matchup. Yamato deals 35,207 average damage while Calico deals 35,995. This parity indicates both heroes apply similar pressure in fights and contribute comparably to wearing down enemy health pools. When these heroes face off, neither can rely on superior damage output to swing encounters — instead, the deciding factors become ability timing, positioning, and coordination with teammates.Objective DMG
6,044Yamato
5,658Calico
Objective damage contribution is similar between Yamato (6,044) and Calico (5,658). Neither hero has a distinct advantage when it comes to taking towers, walkers, or the patron. Team coordination will be more important than hero selection for objective control.Yamato vs Calico Economy Analysis
Net Worth
40,148Yamato
44,626Calico
Last Hits
81.4Yamato
72.8Calico
Calico vastly out-earns Yamato by 4,478 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Calico will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Yamato secures more last hits (81.4 vs 72.8), while Calico leads in denies (3.1 vs 2.2). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Yamato vs Calico
Yamato Build vs Calico
Close Quarters
800Souls
77.8%Win Rate
2.5%Pick Rate
Fortitude
3,200Souls
66.7%Win Rate
5.1%Pick Rate
Mystic Reverb
6,400Souls
54.6%Win Rate
41.3%Pick Rate
Tankbuster
3,200Souls
54.3%Win Rate
46.0%Pick Rate
Grit
800Souls
85.7%Win Rate
1.0%Pick Rate
Spellslinger
6,400Souls
85.7%Win Rate
1.0%Pick Rate
Shadow Transformation
0Souls
49.8%Win Rate
357.0%Pick Rate
This optimized build for Yamato against Calico is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 51.4% win rate disadvantage against Calico, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Close Quarters, Fortitude, Mystic Reverb, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 20,800 souls The build emphasizes early power spikes with cost-efficient items, allowing you to stay relevant even when Calico has an inherent advantage.
Calico Build vs Yamato
Spirit Shielding
1,600Souls
92.3%Win Rate
1.8%Pick Rate
Spirit Burn
6,400Souls
64.3%Win Rate
36.6%Pick Rate
Lucky Shot
6,400Souls
88.9%Win Rate
1.3%Pick Rate
Scourge
6,400Souls
59.9%Win Rate
36.5%Pick Rate
Boundless Spirit
6,400Souls
59.2%Win Rate
47.1%Pick Rate
Escalating Exposure
6,400Souls
60.6%Win Rate
28.3%Pick Rate
Cheat Death
6,400Souls
87.5%Win Rate
1.1%Pick Rate
Calico's recommended build against Yamato leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Calico, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Spirit Shielding, Spirit Burn, Lucky Shot, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 40,000 souls Understanding Calico's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.
These item builds are optimized for the Yamato vs Calico matchup based on win rate data from 768 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.
Yamato has favorable matchups against 24 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 13 heroes in Deadlock. Yamato's strongest matchup is against Mirage with a 55.9% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 45.6% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53.01% | 1,526 | 2.63 | 8.5 | 8.3 | 35,298 | 41,058 | |
| 47.62% | 1,429 | 2.56 | 8.4 | 8.2 | 35,022 | 40,581 | |
| 52.65% | 1,424 | 2.57 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 35,070 | 40,668 | |
| 52.39% | 1,221 | 2.57 | 8.4 | 8.2 | 35,619 | 41,891 | |
| 50.09% | 1,200 | 2.56 | 8.1 | 8.1 | 35,410 | 40,986 | |
| 53.82% | 1,080 | 2.60 | 8.1 | 8.0 | 34,594 | 41,189 | |
| 51.12% | 1,055 | 2.52 | 8.2 | 8.3 | 34,723 | 41,212 | |
| 51.46% | 1,028 | 2.53 | 8.2 | 8.3 | 35,214 | 41,356 | |
| 45.64% | 968 | 2.44 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 33,929 | 41,571 | |
| 50.39% | 946 | 2.56 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 33,434 | 40,282 | |
| 51.31% | 936 | 2.51 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 34,254 | 40,859 | |
| 52.52% | 924 | 2.55 | 8.3 | 8.3 | 35,076 | 41,852 | |
| 50.99% | 924 | 2.57 | 8.3 | 8.2 | 35,446 | 41,063 | |
| 51.34% | 917 | 2.45 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 33,485 | 41,190 | |
| 51.83% | 890 | 2.52 | 8.2 | 8.2 | 33,790 | 40,520 | |
| 47.12% | 886 | 2.55 | 8.2 | 8.1 | 34,945 | 41,303 | |
| 48.21% | 837 | 2.55 | 8.0 | 8.0 | 35,242 | 41,187 | |
| 47.58% | 791 | 2.60 | 8.0 | 7.8 | 34,542 | 40,174 | |
| 49.40% | 790 | 2.64 | 8.0 | 7.7 | 34,113 | 41,682 | |
| 48.65% | 768 | 2.52 | 8.3 | 8.4 | 35,207 | 40,148 | |
| 53.31% | 767 | 2.69 | 8.3 | 8.0 | 35,371 | 41,288 | |
| 49.02% | 760 | 2.48 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 35,262 | 41,327 | |
| 48.94% | 716 | 2.60 | 8.3 | 8.1 | 35,840 | 40,674 | |
| 50.70% | 684 | 2.58 | 8.2 | 7.9 | 35,396 | 41,241 | |
| 52.25% | 681 | 2.60 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 34,553 | 41,648 | |
| 46.14% | 675 | 2.64 | 8.3 | 8.0 | 36,252 | 40,977 | |
| 55.88% | 658 | 2.70 | 8.4 | 7.9 | 35,382 | 41,140 | |
| 49.92% | 636 | 2.62 | 8.3 | 8.2 | 35,862 | 41,720 | |
| 53.11% | 620 | 2.56 | 8.3 | 8.2 | 34,629 | 40,868 | |
| 55.84% | 576 | 2.55 | 7.9 | 8.0 | 35,270 | 42,447 | |
| 51.66% | 550 | 2.57 | 8.5 | 8.3 | 35,673 | 42,146 | |
| 48.89% | 530 | 2.57 | 8.0 | 7.9 | 33,943 | 41,347 | |
| 50.91% | 476 | 2.57 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 33,622 | 40,144 | |
| 49.52% | 447 | 2.48 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 34,785 | 39,604 | |
| 53.37% | 433 | 2.60 | 8.3 | 7.9 | 34,528 | 41,573 | |
| 55.73% | 404 | 2.71 | 8.1 | 7.7 | 34,418 | 41,363 | |
| 51.87% | 396 | 2.48 | 8.0 | 8.0 | 33,602 | 40,084 |
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Yamato Matchups - FAQ
What is Yamato's best matchup in Deadlock?
Yamato's best matchup is against Mirage, achieving a 55.9% win rate. Yamato excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Yamato's hardest matchup?
Yamato's hardest matchup is against Graves, with only a 45.6% win rate. Against this opponent, Yamato should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Yamato have?
Yamato has 24 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 13 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Yamato in difficult matchups?
When playing Yamato 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 Yamato's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Yamato'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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