Graves vs Calicovs Calico
Graves faces a challenging 48.5% win rate against Calico in this Deadlock matchup. Data from 11,593 games shows Graves averages 1.5 more deaths. Focus on safe farming, team coordination, and avoiding 1v1 confrontations.
Graves Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Graves 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.
Calico(48.5%)
Who Wins the Graves vs Calico Matchup?
Graves vs Calico Matchup Summary
The Graves vs Calico matchup in Deadlock is a relatively balanced matchup with a slight edge. Based on 11,593 recent matches analyzed, Calico wins with a 51.3% win rate compared to Graves's 48.5%, giving Calico a 2.8 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in fragging power, where Calico consistently outperforms. Calico has a small statistical advantage, but Graves 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.
Graves vs Calico Combat Analysis
Calico claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Graves vs Calico matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. Our analysis of 11,593 ranked games reveals Calico consistently outperforms Graves in direct combat scenarios. While Graves manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Calico in fights. Graves players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Calico dominates.
Graves vs Calico Economy Analysis
Calico vastly out-earns Graves by 2,617 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Calico will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Graves secures more last hits (96.8 vs 82.1), while Graves leads in denies (5.2 vs 3.3). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Graves vs Calico
Graves Build vs Calico
This optimized build for Graves against Calico is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 51.5% win rate disadvantage against Calico, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Long Range, Ballistic Enchantment, Ethereal Shift, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 30,400 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.
Calico Build vs Graves
Calico's recommended build against Graves leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Calico, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Fury Trance, Slowing Bullets, Heroic Aura, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 30,400 souls Understanding Calico's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.
These item builds are optimized for the Graves vs Calico matchup based on win rate data from 11,593 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.
Graves has favorable matchups against 24 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 13 heroes in Deadlock. Graves's strongest matchup is against Shiv with a 56.7% win rate. The hardest matchup is Victor 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52.04% | 25,213 | 2.31 | 5.9 | 7.5 | 33,676 | 43,284 | |
| 45.18% | 18,535 | 2.18 | 5.7 | 7.7 | 32,414 | 42,328 | |
| 52.30% | 17,509 | 2.32 | 5.8 | 7.5 | 33,228 | 43,146 | |
| 51.31% | 16,737 | 2.20 | 5.8 | 7.8 | 33,779 | 43,309 | |
| 47.98% | 16,422 | 2.23 | 5.5 | 7.4 | 32,516 | 42,432 | |
| 50.64% | 15,862 | 2.25 | 5.9 | 7.8 | 33,295 | 42,898 | |
| 44.47% | 15,563 | 2.22 | 5.8 | 7.7 | 33,042 | 42,898 | |
| 48.28% | 15,402 | 2.21 | 5.7 | 7.6 | 32,405 | 42,843 | |
| 54.37% | 14,789 | 2.29 | 6.1 | 7.7 | 34,269 | 43,562 | |
| 51.06% | 14,395 | 2.19 | 5.9 | 7.8 | 33,420 | 43,621 | |
| 51.56% | 14,310 | 2.23 | 6.0 | 7.9 | 34,416 | 43,217 | |
| 50.24% | 13,601 | 2.26 | 5.7 | 7.5 | 33,143 | 43,272 | |
| 53.16% | 13,543 | 2.35 | 6.1 | 7.6 | 34,516 | 43,359 | |
| 53.01% | 13,300 | 2.27 | 6.0 | 7.7 | 34,041 | 43,637 | |
| 53.18% | 13,251 | 2.27 | 6.0 | 7.8 | 33,834 | 43,509 | |
| 47.39% | 13,024 | 2.25 | 5.6 | 7.4 | 33,160 | 42,485 | |
| 42.74% | 12,505 | 2.16 | 5.6 | 7.6 | 33,608 | 42,195 | |
| 48.60% | 12,498 | 2.22 | 5.7 | 7.7 | 33,504 | 42,963 | |
| 47.50% | 12,099 | 2.22 | 5.6 | 7.6 | 33,409 | 42,668 | |
| 48.51% | 11,593 | 2.14 | 5.6 | 7.8 | 32,960 | 42,712 | |
| 53.92% | 11,222 | 2.36 | 6.1 | 7.5 | 33,851 | 42,991 | |
| 48.05% | 10,652 | 2.17 | 5.5 | 7.6 | 32,870 | 43,172 | |
| 51.30% | 10,426 | 2.19 | 5.8 | 7.7 | 32,550 | 42,937 | |
| 52.44% | 10,152 | 2.35 | 6.0 | 7.4 | 33,628 | 43,452 | |
| 50.99% | 10,037 | 2.33 | 6.0 | 7.5 | 34,050 | 42,879 | |
| 51.59% | 9,727 | 2.30 | 6.0 | 7.6 | 33,837 | 43,183 | |
| 48.04% | 9,265 | 2.22 | 5.7 | 7.5 | 32,795 | 43,333 | |
| 47.98% | 9,156 | 2.22 | 5.7 | 7.7 | 33,903 | 43,218 | |
| 50.82% | 8,758 | 2.25 | 6.0 | 7.8 | 34,751 | 44,330 | |
| 48.86% | 8,480 | 2.19 | 5.5 | 7.6 | 31,560 | 42,760 | |
| 56.66% | 7,767 | 2.41 | 6.0 | 7.4 | 33,769 | 43,944 | |
| 55.70% | 7,709 | 2.33 | 5.6 | 7.2 | 32,463 | 43,242 | |
| 50.02% | 6,744 | 2.26 | 5.5 | 7.4 | 33,562 | 42,675 | |
| 55.96% | 6,328 | 2.31 | 6.1 | 7.7 | 34,299 | 43,912 | |
| 50.23% | 6,275 | 2.15 | 5.6 | 7.7 | 32,452 | 43,344 | |
| 52.35% | 5,801 | 2.34 | 6.0 | 7.5 | 33,341 | 42,841 | |
| 53.45% | 5,410 | 2.44 | 5.9 | 7.3 | 33,656 | 43,412 |
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Graves Matchups - FAQ
What is Graves's best matchup in Deadlock?
Graves's best matchup is against Shiv, achieving a 56.7% win rate. Graves excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Graves's hardest matchup?
Graves's hardest matchup is against Victor, with only a 42.7% win rate. Against this opponent, Graves should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Graves have?
Graves has 24 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 13 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Graves in difficult matchups?
When playing Graves 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 Graves's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Graves'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.