- Win Rate
- 38.9%
- Matches
- 5,911
- KDA
- 2.98
Viscous vs Rat King vs Rat King
- Skill Level
- All Skill Levels
- Matches
- 6,150
- Version
- 6774
- Last Updated
- Oct 11, 2026 UTC
- Methodology
- Data Methodology
- Author
- Dakota Chinnick
Rat King hard counters Viscous with only 38.9% win rate across 5,911 matches. Rat King secures 1.1 more kills on average. When facing this counter, prioritize defensive items, team play, and avoid extended trades.
Viscous Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Viscous 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.
Who Wins the Viscous vs Rat King Matchup?
Viscous vs Rat King Matchup Summary
The Viscous vs Rat King matchup in Deadlock is a decisive one-sided matchup. Based on 5,911 recent matches analyzed, Rat King wins with a 61.1% win rate compared to Viscous's 38.9%, giving Rat King a 22.2 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Rat King consistently outperforms. Rat King has overwhelming statistical superiority in this matchup. Viscous should avoid direct confrontation, focus entirely on farm and objectives, and wait for team fight scenarios where individual matchup advantages are diluted.
Viscous vs Rat King Combat Analysis
Rat King claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Viscous vs Rat King matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, damage output. Our analysis of 5,911 ranked games reveals Rat King consistently outperforms Viscous in direct combat scenarios. While Viscous manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Rat King in fights. Viscous players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Rat King dominates.
Viscous vs Rat King Economy Analysis
Rat King generates approximately 1,963 more souls than Viscous on average. This moderate economic edge translates to earlier power spikes and item completions, giving Rat King a mid-game advantage. Rat King secures more last hits (104.2 vs 78.9), while Viscous leads in denies (2.7 vs 2.2). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Viscous vs Rat King
Viscous Build vs Rat King
This optimized build for Viscous against Rat King is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 61.1% win rate disadvantage against Rat King, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Phantom Strike, Spirit Burn, Crushing Fists, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 44,800 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.
Rat King Build vs Viscous
Rat King's recommended build against Viscous leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Rat King, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Monster Rounds, Spellslinger, Echo Shard, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 24,800 souls Understanding Rat King's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.
These item builds are optimized for the Viscous vs Rat King matchup based on win rate data from 5,911 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.
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Viscous has favorable matchups against 6 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 34 heroes in Deadlock. Viscous's strongest matchup is against Silver with a 52.3% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 38.3% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38.89% | 5,911 | 2.98 | 4.0 | 5.5 | 26,727 | 38,164 | |
| 46.64% | 4,796 | 3.09 | 4.1 | 5.5 | 27,651 | 38,418 | |
| 40.35% | 2,399 | 2.87 | 4.2 | 6.0 | 27,825 | 37,509 | |
| 38.74% | 2,305 | 2.89 | 3.9 | 5.7 | 26,716 | 38,132 | |
| 47.39% | 2,220 | 3.05 | 4.4 | 5.8 | 28,723 | 38,892 | |
| 46.51% | 2,176 | 3.01 | 4.1 | 5.8 | 28,155 | 38,465 | |
| 47.47% | 2,157 | 2.97 | 4.0 | 5.7 | 28,600 | 37,908 | |
| 38.31% | 2,135 | 2.90 | 3.9 | 5.7 | 27,099 | 38,371 | |
| 50.16% | 2,127 | 3.04 | 4.3 | 5.9 | 29,478 | 38,829 | |
| 47.44% | 2,015 | 3.03 | 4.2 | 5.7 | 28,425 | 38,638 | |
| 45.64% | 1,959 | 2.95 | 4.4 | 6.2 | 29,594 | 38,405 | |
| 46.78% | 1,834 | 2.97 | 4.2 | 5.8 | 28,243 | 38,808 | |
| 45.28% | 1,778 | 2.79 | 4.1 | 5.9 | 25,997 | 37,484 | |
| 41.12% | 1,729 | 2.97 | 3.9 | 5.7 | 26,703 | 38,023 | |
| 45.64% | 1,698 | 3.00 | 4.2 | 5.8 | 28,183 | 38,163 | |
| 47.55% | 1,651 | 3.12 | 4.2 | 5.6 | 28,123 | 38,531 | |
| 50.14% | 1,472 | 3.21 | 4.5 | 5.6 | 28,755 | 39,505 | |
| 45.59% | 1,393 | 3.02 | 4.2 | 5.8 | 27,999 | 37,834 | |
| 47.51% | 1,345 | 2.95 | 4.1 | 5.8 | 28,720 | 38,439 | |
| 52.26% | 1,330 | 3.17 | 4.4 | 5.6 | 28,163 | 38,267 | |
| 42.63% | 1,309 | 3.09 | 4.1 | 5.5 | 28,503 | 37,758 | |
| 42.01% | 1,283 | 2.85 | 4.0 | 5.7 | 28,278 | 38,108 | |
| 48.38% | 1,263 | 3.01 | 4.4 | 5.9 | 29,223 | 38,393 | |
| 45.86% | 1,232 | 2.93 | 4.1 | 5.8 | 28,567 | 37,887 | |
| 47.91% | 1,221 | 3.05 | 4.3 | 5.8 | 29,335 | 38,380 | |
| 49.30% | 1,213 | 3.16 | 4.5 | 5.7 | 29,408 | 39,804 | |
| 44.42% | 1,200 | 2.88 | 4.2 | 5.9 | 29,812 | 38,781 | |
| 52.19% | 1,140 | 3.21 | 4.3 | 5.6 | 28,518 | 39,198 | |
| 47.05% | 1,137 | 3.23 | 4.4 | 5.6 | 29,341 | 39,510 | |
| 45.29% | 1,126 | 2.96 | 4.0 | 5.8 | 28,737 | 38,381 | |
| 48.53% | 919 | 3.09 | 4.3 | 5.7 | 29,275 | 38,525 | |
| 45.41% | 905 | 2.98 | 4.2 | 5.9 | 29,295 | 38,138 | |
| 46.37% | 867 | 2.87 | 4.1 | 5.9 | 28,733 | 39,326 | |
| 51.93% | 855 | 3.35 | 4.3 | 5.3 | 28,081 | 39,395 | |
| 47.35% | 830 | 3.09 | 4.3 | 5.5 | 27,578 | 37,649 | |
| 43.24% | 828 | 3.04 | 4.0 | 5.5 | 29,841 | 37,867 | |
| 50.00% | 714 | 3.22 | 4.4 | 5.5 | 30,297 | 40,027 | |
| 47.26% | 658 | 3.04 | 3.9 | 5.3 | 26,746 | 38,234 | |
| 49.72% | 535 | 3.12 | 4.2 | 5.6 | 27,925 | 38,297 | |
| 44.01% | 509 | 3.20 | 2.8 | 3.8 | 19,778 | 34,327 | |
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Viscous Matchups - FAQ
What is Viscous's best matchup in Deadlock?
Viscous's best matchup is against Silver, achieving a 52.3% 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 38.3% win rate. Against this opponent, Viscous should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Viscous have?
Viscous has 6 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 34 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.