Venator vs Gravesvs Graves
Venator faces a challenging 47.3% win rate against Graves in this Deadlock matchup. Data from 7,419 games shows Venator averages -0.2 more deaths. Focus on safe farming, team coordination, and avoiding 1v1 confrontations.
Venator Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Venator 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.
Graves(47.3%)
Who Wins the Venator vs Graves Matchup?
Venator vs Graves Matchup Summary
The Venator vs Graves matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 7,419 recent matches analyzed, Graves wins with a 52.2% win rate compared to Venator's 47.3%, giving Graves a 4.9 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Venator consistently outperforms. Graves holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Venator players should play more cautiously, prioritize safe farming, and look for team fight opportunities where positioning and coordination matter more than 1v1 statistics.
Venator vs Graves Combat Analysis
Venator achieves a clean sweep in the combat department, winning all five metrics against Graves in the Venator vs Graves matchup. This comprehensive dominance across KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability demonstrates that Venator holds systematic mechanical advantages in these encounters. Based on analysis of 7,419 competitive matches, Venator players can approach duels against Graves with confidence, while Graves players must completely avoid fair fights and instead focus on ability-based contributions, objective play, and team coordination to remain impactful.
Venator vs Graves Economy Analysis
Venator generates approximately 571 more souls than Graves on average. This moderate economic edge translates to earlier power spikes and item completions, giving Venator a mid-game advantage. Venator secures more last hits (103.0 vs 99.1), while Graves leads in denies (5.9 vs 3.7). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Venator vs Graves
Venator Build vs Graves
This optimized build for Venator against Graves is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 52.7% win rate disadvantage against Graves, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Arcane Surge, Spiritual Overflow, Vortex Web, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 33,600 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.
Graves Build vs Venator
Graves's recommended build against Venator leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Graves, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Express Shot, Frenzy, Hunter's Aura, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 33,600 souls Understanding Graves's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.
These item builds are optimized for the Venator vs Graves matchup based on win rate data from 7,419 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.
Venator has favorable matchups against 7 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 30 heroes in Deadlock. Venator's strongest matchup is against Holliday with a 52.6% win rate. The hardest matchup is Seven at 42.7% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49.82% | 9,534 | 2.51 | 7.2 | 7.2 | 38,072 | 42,364 | |
| 44.65% | 9,102 | 2.46 | 7.3 | 7.2 | 38,197 | 42,020 | |
| 43.22% | 9,061 | 2.41 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 38,608 | 41,977 | |
| 43.96% | 8,834 | 2.37 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 38,271 | 42,309 | |
| 50.17% | 8,381 | 2.42 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 38,361 | 42,708 | |
| 42.68% | 8,147 | 2.44 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 37,910 | 42,035 | |
| 47.44% | 7,465 | 2.46 | 7.4 | 7.3 | 38,240 | 42,069 | |
| 47.33% | 7,419 | 2.52 | 7.3 | 7.1 | 37,773 | 42,589 | |
| 48.48% | 7,416 | 2.41 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 38,173 | 42,335 | |
| 47.32% | 6,950 | 2.45 | 7.2 | 7.2 | 37,403 | 42,302 | |
| 51.87% | 6,808 | 2.50 | 7.5 | 7.3 | 38,905 | 42,359 | |
| 47.88% | 6,423 | 2.42 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 37,847 | 42,006 | |
| 46.79% | 6,157 | 2.36 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 38,576 | 42,756 | |
| 46.75% | 6,057 | 2.51 | 7.1 | 7.0 | 37,937 | 41,839 | |
| 45.18% | 6,038 | 2.45 | 7.2 | 7.2 | 38,951 | 42,246 | |
| 48.10% | 6,034 | 2.43 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 37,916 | 41,904 | |
| 51.05% | 5,442 | 2.47 | 7.3 | 7.3 | 38,121 | 42,607 | |
| 48.95% | 5,438 | 2.49 | 7.3 | 7.3 | 37,674 | 42,145 | |
| 50.68% | 5,203 | 2.56 | 7.5 | 7.1 | 38,761 | 43,145 | |
| 47.18% | 5,100 | 2.34 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 36,700 | 41,998 | |
| 44.99% | 5,092 | 2.47 | 7.1 | 7.0 | 38,407 | 41,530 | |
| 47.70% | 4,939 | 2.50 | 7.2 | 7.1 | 38,904 | 42,177 | |
| 47.57% | 4,913 | 2.43 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 38,441 | 42,694 | |
| 48.78% | 4,867 | 2.47 | 7.4 | 7.3 | 38,382 | 42,348 | |
| 46.22% | 4,775 | 2.44 | 7.1 | 7.1 | 36,923 | 42,057 | |
| 45.34% | 4,654 | 2.43 | 7.0 | 7.0 | 38,655 | 41,822 | |
| 49.95% | 4,409 | 2.47 | 7.3 | 7.3 | 38,612 | 42,704 | |
| 49.33% | 4,404 | 2.52 | 7.3 | 7.2 | 37,754 | 42,531 | |
| 47.10% | 4,394 | 2.45 | 7.3 | 7.3 | 39,001 | 42,273 | |
| 45.18% | 4,109 | 2.43 | 7.1 | 7.1 | 38,663 | 41,977 | |
| 45.18% | 3,530 | 2.42 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 37,185 | 41,681 | |
| 52.63% | 3,514 | 2.46 | 7.3 | 7.3 | 38,402 | 42,711 | |
| 46.22% | 3,363 | 2.41 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 38,594 | 42,644 | |
| 49.90% | 3,138 | 2.46 | 7.2 | 7.1 | 37,857 | 42,614 | |
| 47.94% | 3,051 | 2.36 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 37,828 | 42,033 | |
| 51.61% | 2,896 | 2.55 | 7.3 | 7.0 | 38,476 | 42,827 | |
| 50.52% | 2,528 | 2.71 | 7.5 | 6.8 | 38,679 | 42,726 |
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Venator Matchups - FAQ
What is Venator's best matchup in Deadlock?
Venator's best matchup is against Holliday, achieving a 52.6% win rate. Venator excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Venator's hardest matchup?
Venator's hardest matchup is against Seven, with only a 42.7% win rate. Against this opponent, Venator should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Venator have?
Venator has 7 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 30 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Venator in difficult matchups?
When playing Venator 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 Venator's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Venator'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.