Win Rate
50.6%
Matches
520
KDA
3.29
Viscous vs Grey Talonvs Grey Talon
Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches1,936
Version6666
Last UpdatedAug 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
The Viscous vs Grey Talon matchup is extremely close at 50.6% vs 50.2% win rate across 520 matches. Grey Talon 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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Viscous Matchup Breakdown
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Viscous
50.6% WR
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Grey Talon
50.2% WR
Who Wins the Viscous vs Grey Talon Matchup?
Winner
Viscous
Matches: 520
50.6%
50.2%
4.4
7.0
5.8
5.2
14.8
11.8
43,166
43,164
34,836
38,489
4,184
5,552
102.5
99.8
Viscous vs Grey Talon Matchup Summary
The Viscous vs Grey Talon matchup in Deadlock is an extremely close matchup where individual skill is the deciding factor. Based on 520 recent matches analyzed, Viscous wins with a 50.6% win rate compared to Grey Talon's 50.2%, giving Viscous a 0.4 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Grey Talon consistently outperforms. Both Viscous and Grey Talon 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.
Viscous vs Grey Talon Combat Analysis
Grey Talon achieves a clean sweep in the combat department, winning all five metrics against Viscous in the Viscous vs Grey Talon matchup. This comprehensive dominance across KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability demonstrates that Grey Talon holds systematic mechanical advantages in these encounters. Based on analysis of 520 competitive matches, Grey Talon players can approach duels against Viscous with confidence, while Viscous players must completely avoid fair fights and instead focus on ability-based contributions, objective play, and team coordination to remain impactful.
KDA Ratio
3.29Viscous
3.60Grey Talon
Grey Talon holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 3.60 compared to Viscous's 3.29. While this 0.31 point difference indicates Grey Talon 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 Grey Talon's superior sustain.Avg Kills
4.4Viscous
7.0Grey Talon
Grey Talon substantially outfrags Viscous in this matchup, averaging 7.0 kills compared to 4.4 — a difference of nearly 2.7 eliminations per match. When Grey Talon faces Viscous, the data clearly shows Grey Talon 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 Grey Talon in situations where your team doesn't need you to take that duel.Avg Deaths
5.8Viscous
5.2Grey Talon
Grey Talon survives longer in this matchup, dying 5.2 times per game compared to Viscous's 5.8 deaths. This 0.6 death difference per match means Grey Talon is available more often, contributing to late-game scenarios and objective fights more frequently. Viscous players should examine their positioning and aggression timing — the data suggests Grey Talon's approach to these duels results in better survivability outcomes.Player DMG
34,836Viscous
38,489Grey Talon
Grey Talon significantly outdamages Viscous in head-to-head encounters, posting 38,489 average damage versus 34,836. This 3,654 damage advantage means Grey Talon consistently wins the damage exchange in fights, either securing kills outright or leaving opponents weak for teammates to clean up. Viscous players should avoid prolonged fights with Grey Talon — instead, look for quick picks with burst damage or rely on ability damage and team crossfires to compensate.Objective DMG
4,184Viscous
5,552Grey Talon
Grey Talon contributes 1,368 more objective damage than Viscous on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes. Teams with Grey Talon may want to prioritize objective-focused strategies. Viscous should focus on creating picks while Grey Talon pushes objectives.Viscous vs Grey Talon Economy Analysis
Net Worth
43,166Viscous
43,164Grey Talon
Last Hits
102.5Viscous
99.8Grey Talon
Viscous and Grey Talon have nearly identical economic performance in this matchup, generating comparable souls throughout the game. Item timing advantages will come from efficient farming and securing kills rather than inherent hero advantages. 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 Grey Talon
Viscous Build vs Grey Talon
Echo Shard
6,400Souls
66.4%Win Rate
25.0%Pick Rate
Mystic Reverb
6,400Souls
60.5%Win Rate
33.2%Pick Rate
Fortitude
3,200Souls
73.7%Win Rate
3.9%Pick Rate
Healing Tempo
6,400Souls
70.8%Win Rate
4.9%Pick Rate
Puddle Punch
0Souls
52.4%Win Rate
345.1%Pick Rate
Goo Ball
0Souls
52.4%Win Rate
332.2%Pick Rate
Majestic Leap
3,200Souls
76.9%Win Rate
2.7%Pick Rate
This winning build for Viscous against Grey Talon focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 50.6% win rate against Grey Talon, these 7 items help Viscous press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Echo Shard, Mystic Reverb, Fortitude, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 25,600 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.
Grey Talon Build vs Viscous
Spellslinger
6,400Souls
80.0%Win Rate
4.2%Pick Rate
Arcane Surge
1,600Souls
76.5%Win Rate
3.5%Pick Rate
Fortitude
3,200Souls
78.6%Win Rate
2.9%Pick Rate
Spirit Rend
3,200Souls
81.8%Win Rate
2.3%Pick Rate
Extra Spirit
800Souls
100.0%Win Rate
0.8%Pick Rate
Extended Magazine
800Souls
100.0%Win Rate
0.8%Pick Rate
Spiritual Overflow
6,400Souls
62.3%Win Rate
14.4%Pick Rate
Grey Talon's counter-build against Viscous attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Grey Talon players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Spellslinger, Arcane Surge, Fortitude, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 22,400 souls Knowing Grey Talon's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.
These item builds are optimized for the Viscous vs Grey Talon matchup based on win rate data from 520 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 13 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 24 heroes in Deadlock. Viscous's strongest matchup is against Paradox with a 54.6% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 43.5% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53.75% | 1,872 | 3.39 | 4.6 | 5.9 | 35,295 | 41,629 | |
| 47.23% | 1,848 | 3.22 | 4.4 | 6.0 | 34,343 | 40,947 | |
| 49.08% | 1,815 | 3.35 | 4.6 | 6.0 | 34,849 | 41,416 | |
| 47.29% | 1,537 | 3.10 | 4.3 | 6.1 | 34,220 | 41,476 | |
| 51.24% | 1,497 | 3.41 | 4.4 | 5.7 | 34,665 | 42,074 | |
| 48.85% | 1,396 | 3.15 | 4.3 | 6.0 | 33,617 | 41,257 | |
| 48.50% | 1,300 | 3.28 | 4.2 | 5.8 | 33,791 | 41,441 | |
| 47.56% | 1,259 | 3.26 | 4.3 | 5.9 | 34,255 | 41,122 | |
| 45.50% | 1,190 | 3.30 | 4.4 | 5.7 | 35,076 | 41,035 | |
| 46.15% | 1,144 | 3.43 | 4.4 | 5.6 | 34,244 | 42,100 | |
| 51.24% | 1,124 | 3.36 | 4.4 | 5.7 | 34,779 | 41,244 | |
| 48.30% | 1,123 | 3.27 | 4.4 | 5.9 | 34,414 | 41,685 | |
| 46.03% | 1,100 | 3.26 | 4.3 | 5.7 | 33,058 | 41,752 | |
| 48.44% | 1,095 | 3.06 | 4.2 | 6.1 | 32,153 | 41,338 | |
| 43.53% | 1,076 | 3.23 | 4.4 | 5.8 | 33,240 | 41,507 | |
| 48.18% | 1,063 | 3.17 | 4.5 | 6.0 | 36,912 | 41,635 | |
| 50.57% | 1,050 | 3.41 | 4.4 | 5.7 | 35,425 | 42,238 | |
| 49.74% | 1,049 | 3.44 | 4.4 | 5.7 | 35,671 | 41,509 | |
| 45.02% | 1,045 | 3.26 | 4.2 | 5.8 | 34,442 | 40,916 | |
| 54.57% | 1,025 | 3.49 | 4.4 | 5.7 | 34,904 | 42,708 | |
| 53.55% | 976 | 3.25 | 4.3 | 6.0 | 34,036 | 42,338 | |
| 48.09% | 957 | 3.24 | 4.3 | 6.0 | 34,478 | 41,547 | |
| 43.53% | 928 | 3.28 | 4.5 | 5.9 | 35,857 | 41,834 | |
| 49.26% | 876 | 3.28 | 4.5 | 6.0 | 34,671 | 40,977 | |
| 46.98% | 854 | 3.30 | 4.5 | 6.0 | 34,371 | 40,970 | |
| 52.76% | 848 | 3.27 | 4.3 | 5.9 | 35,396 | 42,035 | |
| 49.55% | 827 | 3.26 | 4.5 | 6.0 | 34,560 | 42,248 | |
| 50.82% | 782 | 3.41 | 4.5 | 5.8 | 34,851 | 43,033 | |
| 53.97% | 777 | 3.54 | 4.7 | 5.7 | 37,753 | 44,051 | |
| 53.78% | 773 | 3.54 | 4.7 | 5.7 | 34,389 | 41,739 | |
| 48.60% | 713 | 3.18 | 4.4 | 6.1 | 35,546 | 42,179 | |
| 49.69% | 696 | 3.40 | 4.4 | 5.6 | 34,014 | 40,641 | |
| 45.03% | 647 | 3.32 | 4.3 | 5.6 | 33,332 | 41,745 | |
| 54.23% | 620 | 3.81 | 4.5 | 5.3 | 34,884 | 42,802 | |
| 46.42% | 588 | 3.24 | 4.0 | 5.6 | 34,181 | 40,539 | |
| 50.61% | 520 | 3.29 | 4.4 | 5.8 | 34,836 | 43,166 | |
| 52.67% | 485 | 3.24 | 4.3 | 5.8 | 32,984 | 40,627 |
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Viscous Matchups - FAQ
What is Viscous's best matchup in Deadlock?
Viscous's best matchup is against Paradox, achieving a 54.6% 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 Graves, with only a 43.5% win rate. Against this opponent, Viscous should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Viscous have?
Viscous has 13 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 24 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.
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