Rat King
Win Rate
56.7%
Matches
11,231
KDA
3.14

Rat King vs Apollo vs Apollo

Skill Level
All Skill Levels
Matches
46,470
Version
6774
Last Updated
Oct 12, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Rat King dominates Apollo with a commanding 56.7% win rate in Deadlock. Across 11,231 games, Rat King averages 5.1 kills and 7,777 more player damage per match. This favorable matchup allows aggressive play and early fight opportunities.

Rat King Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Rat King 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.

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Rat King - 56.7% win rate in this matchup
Rat King
56.7% WR
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Apollo vs Rat King matchup - 43.3% win rate
Apollo
43.3% WR

Who Wins the Rat King vs Apollo Matchup?

Rat King wins the Rat King vs Apollo matchup
Winner
Rat King
Matches: 11,231
56.7%
Win Rate
43.3%
5.1
Avg Kills
6.3
6.0
Avg Deaths
6.9
13.7
Avg Assists
11.5
40,170
Avg Net Worth
38,277
37,136
Player DMG
29,358
7,836
Objective DMG
4,633
107.1
Last Hits
70.4

Rat King vs Apollo Matchup Summary

The Rat King vs Apollo matchup in Deadlock is a decisive one-sided matchup. Based on 11,231 recent matches analyzed, Rat King wins with a 56.7% win rate compared to Apollo's 43.3%, giving Rat King a 13.4 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. Apollo should avoid direct confrontation, focus entirely on farm and objectives, and wait for team fight scenarios where individual matchup advantages are diluted.

Rat King vs Apollo Combat Analysis

Rat King wins combat stats against Apollo in Deadlock

Rat King claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Rat King vs Apollo matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, survivability, damage output. Our analysis of 11,231 ranked games reveals Rat King consistently outperforms Apollo in direct combat scenarios. While Apollo manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Rat King in fights. Apollo players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Rat King dominates.

KDA Ratio
3.14Rat King
2.60Apollo
Rat King demonstrates noticeably stronger kill-death-assist performance against Apollo, maintaining a 3.14 KDA versus 2.60. This 0.54 point gap reflects Rat King's superior ability to secure eliminations while avoiding death in these head-to-head encounters. Apollo players facing Rat King should prioritize team coordination over solo aggression — look for 2v1 situations, coordinate ability usage with teammates, and focus on trading rather than taking isolated duels where Rat King's statistical advantage becomes most pronounced.
Avg Kills
5.1Rat King
6.3Apollo
Apollo secures approximately 1.2 more kills per match than Rat King in this head-to-head (6.3 vs 5.1). Over the course of a typical match, this translates to Apollo contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Apollo's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Rat King can compensate through superior objective focus, team fight positioning, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
6.0Rat King
6.9Apollo
Rat King survives longer in this matchup, dying 6.0 times per game compared to Apollo's 6.9 deaths. This 0.8 death difference per match means Rat King is available more often, contributing to late-game scenarios and objective fights more frequently. Apollo players should examine their positioning and aggression timing — the data suggests Rat King's approach to these duels results in better survivability outcomes.
Player DMG
37,136Rat King
29,358Apollo
The damage differential between Rat King and Apollo is exceptional: 37,136 compared to just 29,358. Rat King deals 7,777 more damage per game on average, indicating absolute dominance in direct combat exchanges. This level of disparity suggests Rat King's kit, typical playstyle, or positioning patterns give them massive advantages in dealing damage while Apollo struggles to even trade effectively. Apollo players should treat Rat King as a must-avoid duel and focus entirely on non-combat contributions or ability-based damage.
Objective DMG
7,836Rat King
4,633Apollo
Rat King dramatically outperforms Apollo in objective damage (7,836 vs 4,633). This 3,203 point difference makes Rat King a premier objective threat. Rat King should look to apply constant pressure on towers and objectives, while Apollo must focus on creating picks and disrupting Rat King's push attempts.

Rat King vs Apollo Economy Analysis

Net Worth
40,170Rat King
38,277Apollo
Last Hits
107.1Rat King
70.4Apollo

Rat King generates approximately 1,893 more souls than Apollo 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 (107.1 vs 70.4), while Rat King leads in denies (2.4 vs 1.9). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Rat King vs Apollo

Rat King build for Apollo matchup

Rat King Build vs Apollo

This winning build for Rat King against Apollo focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 56.7% win rate against Apollo, these 7 items help Rat King press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Mystic Conduit, Extra Stamina, Diviner's Kevlar, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 25,199 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.

Apollo build for Rat King matchup

Apollo Build vs Rat King

Apollo's counter-build against Rat King attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Apollo players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Spirit Burn, Mystic Reverb, Escalating Exposure, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 44,800 souls Knowing Apollo's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.

These item builds are optimized for the Rat King vs Apollo matchup based on win rate data from 11,231 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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Rat King has favorable matchups against 39 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 1 heroes in Deadlock. Rat King's strongest matchup is against Solomon with a 66.7% win rate. The hardest matchup is Paige at 49.6% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Rat King matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6774)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
58.15%32,1343.194.95.636,46639,861
55.29%16,6423.055.26.237,15540,262
58.65%15,6503.185.05.937,45239,804
52.10%15,5072.935.16.336,58039,787
59.86%15,4033.065.16.137,37640,066
59.53%15,0453.185.15.836,94740,329
50.77%14,3533.155.15.936,53440,790
57.00%14,1963.075.06.036,12140,381
55.01%13,9432.815.06.434,93239,894
49.59%13,9252.944.85.935,02639,999
52.07%13,6773.035.06.038,13240,261
58.66%13,6273.145.05.935,92640,598
54.18%13,5763.035.06.136,96240,141
57.94%13,1673.085.26.136,50140,203
56.45%12,8073.095.16.136,97639,867
57.63%12,7203.075.06.036,76340,410
60.88%12,2433.185.26.036,81540,236
58.16%12,0693.245.25.836,88740,251
61.48%11,9453.155.16.036,93740,461
55.00%11,2593.185.26.039,06241,066
56.71%11,2313.145.16.037,13640,170
55.69%11,1933.065.06.137,28640,207
55.55%10,9793.075.06.036,25939,790
52.51%10,5743.145.15.936,82940,519
61.82%9,5393.355.15.736,47540,506
58.61%9,0923.054.96.037,17740,226
53.51%8,6173.104.95.937,07939,828
55.14%8,4623.004.75.936,95939,593
61.41%8,3943.305.25.937,15441,171
56.20%8,3003.035.16.236,45340,058
62.87%7,0193.345.15.737,38340,844
59.82%6,7643.095.05.936,16840,706
52.45%6,2173.024.85.837,79039,472
61.11%5,9113.255.05.637,33840,127
61.33%5,8703.375.05.535,90340,115
58.53%5,4883.255.05.735,23739,560
58.65%5,1683.245.05.536,08540,564
63.23%4,6123.184.95.736,56840,360
61.86%4,2193.275.15.736,22840,158
66.71%3,0883.743.73.928,40035,366
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Rat King Matchups - FAQ

What is Rat King's best matchup in Deadlock?

Rat King's best matchup is against Solomon, achieving a 66.7% win rate. Rat King excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.

What is Rat King's hardest matchup?

Rat King's hardest matchup is against Paige, with only a 49.6% win rate. Against this opponent, Rat King should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Rat King have?

Rat King has 39 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 1 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.

How should I play Rat King in difficult matchups?

When playing Rat King 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 Rat King's matchups?

Key stats to analyze in Rat King'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.