Viscous
Win Rate
48.5%
Matches
1,493
KDA
2.87
Player DMG
33,143

Viscous vs Hollidayvs Holliday

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches4,554
Version6455
Last UpdatedMay 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Viscous faces a challenging 48.5% win rate against Holliday in this Deadlock matchup. Data from 1,493 games shows Viscous averages 0.1 more deaths. Focus on safe farming, team coordination, and avoiding 1v1 confrontations.

Viscous Matchup Breakdown

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Holliday - 48.5% win rateHolliday(48.5%)
Viscous - 48.5% win rate in this matchup
Viscous
48.5% WR
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Holliday vs Viscous matchup - 50.7% win rate
Holliday
50.7% WR

Who Wins the Viscous vs Holliday Matchup?

Holliday wins the Viscous vs Holliday matchup
Winner
Holliday
Matches: 1,493
48.5%
Win Rate
50.7%
3.9
Avg Kills
5.7
5.6
Avg Deaths
5.5
12.3
Avg Assists
11.8
39,254
Avg Net Worth
40,047
33,143
Player DMG
30,942
4,040
Objective DMG
4,534
97.4
Last Hits
92.6

Viscous vs Holliday Matchup Summary

The Viscous vs Holliday matchup in Deadlock is a relatively balanced matchup with a slight edge. Based on 1,493 recent matches analyzed, Holliday wins with a 50.7% win rate compared to Viscous's 48.5%, giving Holliday a 2.2 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Holliday consistently outperforms. Holliday has a small statistical advantage, but Viscous 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.

Viscous vs Holliday Combat Analysis

Holliday wins combat stats against Viscous in Deadlock

Holliday claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Viscous vs Holliday matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. Our analysis of 1,493 ranked games reveals Holliday consistently outperforms Viscous in direct combat scenarios. While Viscous manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Holliday in fights. Viscous players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Holliday dominates.

KDA Ratio
2.87Viscous
3.17Holliday
Holliday holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 3.17 compared to Viscous's 2.87. While this 0.29 point difference indicates Holliday tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Viscous players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Viscous should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Holliday's superior sustain.
Avg Kills
3.9Viscous
5.7Holliday
Holliday substantially outfrags Viscous in this matchup, averaging 5.7 kills compared to 3.9 — a difference of nearly 1.8 eliminations per match. When Holliday faces Viscous, the data clearly shows Holliday finding more fragging opportunities and converting them into kills. Viscous players should recognize this statistical reality and adjust their approach: play more supportively, focus on enabling teammates, and avoid ego-challenging Holliday in situations where your team doesn't need you to take that duel.
Avg Deaths
5.6Viscous
5.5Holliday
Survivability metrics are nearly equal between Viscous (5.6 deaths/game) and Holliday (5.5 deaths/game). Neither hero demonstrates a clear advantage in staying alive during these matchups, suggesting both have similar risk profiles and neither kit provides notably better escape tools or defensive utility against the other. Outcomes in this matchup hinge on which player makes fewer critical positioning errors rather than any hero-based survival advantage.
Player DMG
33,143Viscous
30,942Holliday
Viscous applies 2,202 more damage per game than Holliday in this matchup (33,143 vs 30,942). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Viscous contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Holliday can close this gap through better trading patterns, ensuring their damage leads to actual eliminations rather than just tagging opponents who then escape or get healed.
Objective DMG
4,040Viscous
4,534Holliday
Objective damage contribution is similar between Viscous (4,040) and Holliday (4,534). 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.

Viscous vs Holliday Economy Analysis

Net Worth
39,254Viscous
40,047Holliday
Last Hits
97.4Viscous
92.6Holliday

Holliday generates approximately 792 more souls than Viscous on average. This moderate economic edge translates to earlier power spikes and item completions, giving Holliday a mid-game advantage. Both heroes farm at comparable rates, so lane control will depend on harassment patterns and jungle support rather than inherent farming advantages.

Recommended Items for Viscous vs Holliday

Viscous build for Holliday matchup

Viscous Build vs Holliday

This optimized build for Viscous against Holliday is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 51.5% win rate disadvantage against Holliday, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Capacitor, Magic Carpet, Nullification Burst, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 46,797 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.

Holliday build for Viscous matchup

Holliday Build vs Viscous

Holliday's recommended build against Viscous leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Holliday, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Colossus, Healing Booster, Spirit Strike, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 19,200 souls Understanding Holliday's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.

These item builds are optimized for the Viscous vs Holliday matchup based on win rate data from 1,493 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.

Viscous has favorable matchups against 4 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 33 heroes in Deadlock. Viscous's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 51.9% win rate. The hardest matchup is Seven at 41.7% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Viscous matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6455)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
42.70%3,7162.873.85.533,35238,442
42.64%3,6582.873.95.634,29338,542
48.99%3,4972.994.05.533,75038,853
47.63%3,2062.954.15.633,92139,307
41.66%3,1642.974.15.533,86538,878
48.97%3,0042.954.05.533,99639,211
50.11%2,9253.043.95.433,35938,380
47.89%2,8842.974.15.533,94439,145
44.89%2,8262.974.15.634,08839,496
45.96%2,7222.953.95.332,36738,651
45.84%2,7212.954.15.633,59638,740
46.51%2,5803.014.15.633,30038,811
45.90%2,4252.944.15.735,93239,808
45.78%2,4073.064.05.434,41938,763
49.19%2,3203.083.95.333,82639,301
45.29%2,2312.903.95.634,03738,607
44.32%2,1483.073.95.233,57938,171
42.08%2,1422.903.85.434,17538,600
47.95%2,1352.964.15.635,04439,013
47.17%2,0472.984.15.634,11338,965
50.91%1,9302.864.05.632,07738,474
45.51%1,8562.984.15.534,11438,313
46.12%1,8492.863.85.532,49938,225
49.77%1,8343.064.15.433,89439,452
49.03%1,8323.034.15.534,03539,739
48.98%1,7893.164.35.534,96039,611
46.86%1,7322.994.15.532,89538,531
45.59%1,7212.923.95.434,20538,165
44.99%1,6932.963.95.433,98638,847
49.10%1,6263.004.15.335,45139,250
47.74%1,5383.044.15.534,57839,336
50.80%1,4973.174.25.535,36239,288
48.51%1,4932.873.95.633,14339,254
48.90%1,3962.923.85.432,33638,495
44.51%1,3712.863.85.533,77639,438
45.26%1,0892.954.15.634,20638,542
51.92%1,0373.253.95.133,98939,265

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Viscous Matchups - FAQ

What is Viscous's best matchup in Deadlock?

Viscous's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 51.9% win rate. Viscous excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.

What is Viscous's hardest matchup?

Viscous's hardest matchup is against Seven, with only a 41.7% win rate. Against this opponent, Viscous should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Viscous have?

Viscous has 4 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 33 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.

How should I play Viscous in difficult matchups?

When playing Viscous 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 Viscous's matchups?

Key stats to analyze in Viscous'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.