- Win Rate
- 40.5%
- Matches
- 15,045
- KDA
- 2.63
Venator vs Rat King vs Rat King
- Skill Level
- All Skill Levels
- Matches
- 21,967
- Version
- 6774
- Last Updated
- Oct 11, 2026 UTC
- Methodology
- Data Methodology
- Author
- Dakota Chinnick
Rat King hard counters Venator with only 40.5% win rate across 15,045 matches. Rat King secures -1.8 more kills on average. When facing this counter, prioritize defensive items, team play, and avoid extended trades.
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.
Who Wins the Venator vs Rat King Matchup?
Venator vs Rat King Matchup Summary
The Venator vs Rat King matchup in Deadlock is a decisive one-sided matchup. Based on 15,045 recent matches analyzed, Rat King wins with a 59.5% win rate compared to Venator's 40.5%, giving Rat King a 19.1 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in fragging power, where Rat King consistently outperforms. Rat King has overwhelming statistical superiority in this matchup. Venator should avoid direct confrontation, focus entirely on farm and objectives, and wait for team fight scenarios where individual matchup advantages are diluted.
Venator vs Rat King Combat Analysis
Rat King claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Venator vs Rat King matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, survivability, damage output. Our analysis of 15,045 ranked games reveals Rat King consistently outperforms Venator in direct combat scenarios. While Venator manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Rat King in fights. Venator players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Rat King dominates.
Venator vs Rat King Economy Analysis
Venator and Rat King 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. Rat King secures more last hits (105.1 vs 92.2), while Venator leads in denies (3.1 vs 2.4). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Venator vs Rat King
Venator Build vs Rat King
This optimized build for Venator against Rat King is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 59.5% win rate disadvantage against Rat King, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Shrink Ray, Silencer, Spellslinger, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 51,998 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 Venator
Rat King's recommended build against Venator 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. Mystic Conduit, Monster Rounds, Extra Regen, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 33,999 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 Venator vs Rat King matchup based on win rate data from 15,045 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.
Build the best team around Venator
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- Pair synergy win rates
- Proven high-win comps
Venator has favorable matchups against 16 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 24 heroes in Deadlock. Venator's strongest matchup is against Shiv with a 53.9% win rate. The hardest matchup is Paige at 39.9% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40.47% | 15,045 | 2.63 | 6.9 | 6.5 | 31,555 | 39,996 | |
| 49.70% | 14,811 | 2.77 | 7.5 | 6.5 | 33,835 | 40,383 | |
| 44.68% | 10,579 | 2.64 | 7.5 | 6.8 | 33,433 | 39,943 | |
| 51.37% | 7,216 | 2.69 | 7.4 | 6.7 | 33,498 | 40,833 | |
| 48.89% | 7,032 | 2.69 | 7.5 | 6.7 | 33,484 | 40,596 | |
| 51.65% | 6,943 | 2.71 | 7.8 | 6.8 | 35,046 | 40,572 | |
| 47.34% | 6,846 | 2.69 | 7.7 | 6.8 | 34,137 | 40,653 | |
| 41.15% | 6,840 | 2.65 | 7.2 | 6.6 | 32,084 | 40,210 | |
| 48.48% | 6,698 | 2.68 | 7.9 | 7.0 | 34,720 | 40,408 | |
| 43.31% | 6,327 | 2.70 | 7.5 | 6.7 | 33,393 | 40,552 | |
| 47.16% | 6,103 | 2.73 | 7.4 | 6.5 | 32,930 | 39,996 | |
| 48.38% | 5,680 | 2.57 | 7.4 | 6.8 | 32,386 | 40,032 | |
| 50.99% | 5,550 | 2.79 | 7.6 | 6.6 | 33,419 | 40,400 | |
| 39.90% | 5,436 | 2.50 | 7.0 | 6.7 | 31,488 | 40,026 | |
| 51.92% | 5,100 | 2.77 | 7.4 | 6.6 | 33,937 | 40,169 | |
| 53.78% | 4,879 | 2.74 | 7.6 | 6.8 | 33,386 | 40,260 | |
| 51.91% | 4,851 | 2.71 | 7.7 | 6.9 | 34,062 | 40,358 | |
| 48.70% | 4,653 | 2.69 | 7.6 | 6.8 | 33,341 | 39,911 | |
| 52.45% | 4,612 | 2.85 | 7.6 | 6.5 | 33,252 | 40,751 | |
| 46.76% | 4,491 | 2.65 | 7.4 | 6.8 | 35,162 | 40,383 | |
| 47.54% | 4,348 | 2.65 | 7.6 | 6.8 | 34,577 | 40,464 | |
| 49.93% | 4,174 | 2.68 | 7.6 | 6.8 | 34,122 | 40,049 | |
| 44.96% | 4,099 | 2.58 | 7.2 | 6.7 | 33,939 | 39,985 | |
| 47.10% | 3,926 | 2.67 | 7.6 | 6.8 | 34,795 | 40,963 | |
| 49.26% | 3,853 | 2.63 | 7.5 | 6.8 | 34,516 | 40,787 | |
| 43.77% | 3,788 | 2.71 | 7.3 | 6.4 | 33,516 | 39,480 | |
| 53.90% | 3,670 | 2.80 | 7.6 | 6.5 | 33,649 | 40,776 | |
| 53.63% | 3,621 | 2.83 | 7.7 | 6.6 | 33,745 | 41,217 | |
| 48.77% | 3,607 | 2.66 | 7.6 | 6.8 | 35,068 | 40,378 | |
| 52.39% | 3,386 | 2.82 | 7.7 | 6.6 | 34,294 | 41,202 | |
| 49.73% | 2,980 | 2.64 | 7.6 | 6.9 | 34,373 | 40,345 | |
| 52.50% | 2,703 | 2.71 | 7.5 | 6.6 | 33,623 | 41,126 | |
| 50.38% | 2,654 | 2.83 | 7.6 | 6.4 | 32,621 | 39,940 | |
| 44.76% | 2,623 | 2.59 | 7.3 | 6.7 | 35,229 | 39,945 | |
| 52.97% | 2,439 | 2.95 | 7.7 | 6.3 | 33,988 | 40,948 | |
| 52.88% | 2,326 | 2.73 | 7.2 | 6.5 | 32,995 | 41,008 | |
| 53.49% | 2,176 | 2.74 | 7.6 | 6.6 | 34,340 | 40,312 | |
| 49.47% | 2,076 | 2.77 | 7.2 | 6.3 | 32,413 | 40,327 | |
| 52.15% | 1,864 | 2.74 | 7.3 | 6.7 | 33,159 | 40,632 | |
| 48.86% | 1,269 | 2.85 | 5.3 | 4.7 | 25,457 | 35,514 | |
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Venator Matchups - FAQ
What is Venator's best matchup in Deadlock?
Venator's best matchup is against Shiv, achieving a 53.9% 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 Paige, with only a 39.9% win rate. Against this opponent, Venator should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Venator have?
Venator has 16 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 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.