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{{Infobox hero
| key = hero_astro
| voice_actor = Melanie Minichino<ref>[https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33268153/fullcredits/ Deadlock] on [https://www.imdb.com/ IMDb]</ref>
| release_date = January 17, 2025
| codenames = Astro
}}

'''Holliday''' is a [[Hero]] in ''[[Deadlock]]''. She is a sheriff, relying on her aim with her trusty heirloom revolver and a litany of abilities to take down her enemies. With a Crackshot of her pistol, she can slow and damage her foes from a distance before launching an explosive Powder Keg with her Bounce Pad or a melee attack. To isolate her foes, she can wrangle them with her Lasso and drag them into the attacks of her allies.

Once a sheriff content with the small-town life, this would all change when a travelling musician known simply as "The Troubadour" began a gruesome killing spree; but when she tracked down and confronted him, he managed to flee. Intending to track him down, Holliday spent six months investigating and deduced that the killer's next target was New York. She's going to kill that evil son of a bitch.

Holliday was added to [[Hero Labs]] on [[Update:October 24, 2024|October 24, 2024]], and released officially on [[Update:January 17, 2025|January 17, 2025]].

== Abilities ==
{{Ability tabs
| name=Holliday
| ability1_notes=
* Before the barrel is armed (fuse lights up) it cannot be detonated and phases through enemies.
* Hitting the barrel with a [[melee attack]] makes it jump in the air in an arc and explode on contact. The arc is based on the player's vertical aim.
* The barrel hitting a bounce pad has the same effect as being melee'd.
| ability2_notes=
* Stomp damage and air control bonus are also granted to allies. Enemies can use the bounce pad but do not get the damage or air control.
| ability3_notes=

}}

== Weapon ==
{{WeaponCard|key=hero_astro|ph=true}}

== Background ==
{{Fates_Tale|astro}}
=== Lore ===
Holliday's motivation and wish in the ritual is to catch and kill the [[The Troubadour|Troubadour]].<ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Select|voice line]] (select): ''"When I find who I'm looking for, I'm not bringing him in. I'm putting him down."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Hidden King}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Patrons|voice line]] (Holliday start): ''"The Troubadour eludes you, Holliday, but the Hidden King can ensure that murderer gets what he deserves."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Archmother}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Patrons|voice line]] (Holliday start): ''"You're a long way from home, Holliday, but you're so close to finding the killer you seek. Complete the ritual and the Archmother will ensure your success."''</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Dynamo|number=3|hero_quote1=Dynamo|quote1=I just... I just hope you catch whoever's responsible.|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=I'm not gonna catch him. I'm gonna kill him.}}</ref> [[Holliday's visual novel]] will tell the story of her hunt for the Troubadour.

Holliday is the granddaughter of Wild West gunslinger [[wikipedia:Doc_Holliday|Doc Holliday]].<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Archmother|file=Patron_female_ally_astro_start_01.mp3|context=(Holliday start)|transcription=Holliday. Your grandfather casts a long shadow... but you can still make him proud. Summon the Archmother and she will help you find justice.}}</ref><ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Haze|file=haze_kill_astro_02.mp3|context=(killed Holliday)|transcription=Your grandfather was a legend. You, however, are a disappointment.}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Abrams|number=3}}</ref> Her revolver belonged to her grandfather and is seen as a "family heirloom."<ref name=":0">[[Holliday/Quotes#Conversations|Holliday and Mo & Krill conversation 1]] - {{PageRef|name=Mo & Krill|alt_name=Krill}}: ''"Your revolver is a thing to behold."'' - {{PageRef|name=Holliday}}: ''"Thanks. It belonged to my grandfather."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Crackshot|voice line]] (upgrade Crackshot): ''"I know how to use the family heirloom."''</ref> She inherited her revolver from her father, who also trained her to use it.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Crackshot|voice line]] (upgrade Crackshot): ''"Dad gave me the gun, and he damn sure taught me how to use it."''</ref> She feels pressured by Doc Holliday's legacy and tries not to think about it,<ref name=":1" /> but hopes her actions would make him proud.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Select|voice line]] (select): ''"I never got to meet my grandpa, but I know I'll make him proud."''</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Drifter|number=3}}</ref>

Holliday's hometown is [[wikipedia:Macomb,_Illinois|Macomb, Illinois]].<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Wraith|number=1|hero_quote1=Wraith|quote1=If you think I'd be worried about a sheriff from Missoula...|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=Macomb.}}</ref><ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Hidden King|file=Patron_male_ally_astro_start_01.mp3|transcription=Holliday, you seek justice for Macomb, and today... you shall have it.}}</ref> She doesn't like big cities like [[The Cursed Apple|New York]] or Chicago.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Select|voice line]] (select): ''"God, I hate this city."''</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Infernus|number=3|hero_quote1=Infernus|quote1=Afraid of the big city?|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=Not afraid. Just don't like it.}}</ref><ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Holliday|file=Astro ping pre game 06.mp3|transcription=This place is like Chicago. I hate Chicago!}}</ref>

Holliday is vigilant as a law enforcer and takes her job seriously.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Kill Enemy Hero|voice line]] (generic kill): ''"Probably should talk to local law enforcement about that one."''</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Vyper|number=1}}</ref> The [[Occult Security and Investigation Commission|OSIC]] have a file on her, where she's portrayed as "competent."<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Haze|number=1}}</ref>

Holliday was traumatised by the Troubadour's murders.<ref>{{PageRef|name=The Doorman}}'s in-game [[The Doorman/Quotes#Hotel Guest Taunt - Hero Specific|voice line]] (taunt Holliday): ''"I can only imagine the horrors you witnessed in Macomb. Rest, Holliday, and put aside your trauma for tomorrow."''</ref> She avoids sleeping because of the nightmares she gets.<ref>[[Holliday's visual novel|Holliday's Visual Novel]] - [[Holliday's visual novel/Transcription#Chapter 1: Welcome To New York|Chapter 1]]</ref> Holliday hates the feeling of revenge, but feels like there's nothing else she can do about it.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Viscous|number=3}}</ref>

Holliday had a sister who died.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Ivy|number=1|hero_quote1=Holliday|quote1=My sister's dead.}}</ref>

Holliday has been married more than once,<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|Holliday|file=astro_upgrade_power1_10.mp3|transcription=This stuff is more unstable than my first marriage!}}</ref> and she doesn't want to have children.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Graves|number=1|hero_quote1=Holliday|quote1=I really need to get my tubes tied.}}</ref>

Holliday's boots were a gift.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Kill Enemy Hero|voice line]] (generic melee kill): ''"Great, now there's blood on my boots. Those were a gift!"''</ref>

Holliday is described as a tourist,<ref name=":2">{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s [[Holliday/Quotes#Enemy Heroes|enemy interactions]]</ref> but she has no intention of sightseeing.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s in-game voice line (leave base): ''"I didn't come to New York to be a tourist, I got work to do!"''</ref><ref name=":3">{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Ivy|number=3}}</ref> Holliday wants to leave New York as soon as possible.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Post-Game|voice line]] (post-game ping): ''"Can't wait to get back to Macomb."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Pre-Game|voice line]] (pre-game ping): ''"Let's just summon the damn Patron and get outta here!"''</ref>

== Character interactions ==

* Most enemies express sympathy towards Holliday.<ref name=":2" />
* Holliday mistakes {{HeroIcon|Viscous}}' home, [[The Deep]], for the American Deep South. She asks if he's from [[wikipedia:Mobile,_Alabama|Mobile, Alabama]].<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Viscous|number=2}}</ref>
* Holliday likes {{HeroIcon|Grey Talon}} due to their shared goal of revenge.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Grey Talon|number=2}}</ref>
* Holliday threatens to stay in New York to take down {{PageRef|name=Lady Geist}}, {{PageRef|name=Vindicta}} and {{HeroIcon|Wraith}} for their crimes.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Lady Geist|hero2=Holliday|number=3|hero_quote1=Holliday|quote1=You're a monster.|hero_quote2=Lady Geist|quote2=Excuse me?|hero_quote3=Holliday|quote3=You've done some horrible things, and after I stop the Troubadour, I'm gonna find out what.}}</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Vindicta|number=1}}</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Wraith|number=3}}</ref> 
* Holliday thinks {{PageRef|name=Warden}} has issues and calls him a "creepy homeschooled kid."<ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Allies|voice line]] (ally Warden Last Stand multikill): ''"That guy's got some issues, but I'm glad he's with us."''</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Warden|number=2}}</ref> If they're on opposing teams, however, Holliday wishes that they were working together.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Warden): ''"We could've worked together, Warden."''</ref>
* Holliday mistakes {{PageRef|name=Mo & Krill|alt_name=Krill}} for {{PageRef|name=Mo & Krill|alt_name=Mo}}.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mo & Krill|hero2=Holliday|number=3}}</ref>
* The [[The Troubadour|Troubadour]] is unaware that Holliday is after him. {{PageRef|name=Drifter}} warns Holliday that, if the Troubadour found out Holliday was after him, he'd see Holliday as his "hobby". Drifter tells Holliday to let go of her vengeance for her own sake.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Drifter|number=1}}</ref>
* As a sheriff, Holliday is antagonized by criminals like {{HeroIcon|Wraith}} and {{HeroIcon|Yamato}}.<ref name=":2" />
* {{PageRef|name=Shiv}} respects Holliday and offers her a place at the Baxter Society.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Shiv|hero2=Holliday|number=3|hero_quote1=Shiv|quote1=You’re the one looking to kill the Troubadour, right?|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=Yeah.|hero_quote3=Shiv|quote3=You make it out alive, you should look up the Baxter Society. We could use someone like you.}}</ref> If they're on opposing teams, Shiv promises to kill the [[The Troubadour|Troubadour]] on Holliday's behalf.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Shiv}}'s in-game [[Shiv/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Holliday): ''"Don't worry Holliday, when this is over I'll kill the Troubadour in your behalf."''</ref>
* {{PageRef|name=Venator}} prays with Holliday before the ritual to try and help heal her trauma from the Macomb massacre. While it doesn't work, Holliday appreciates Venator for trying.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Venator|number=3|hero_quote1=Holliday|quote1=Thanks for praying with me earlier.|hero_quote2=Venator|quote2=I hope it brought you some peace.|hero_quote3=Holliday|quote3=It didn't. But it was nice that you tried.}}</ref> Venator also warns Holliday to tend her pain and anger before it consumes her.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Venator|number=1}}</ref>
* If they're on the opposing team, {{PageRef|name=Ivy}},<ref>{{PageRef|name=Ivy}}'s in-game [[Ivy/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Holliday): ''"Normally I'd help you, Holliday. Lo siento."''</ref> {{PageRef|name=Shiv}}<ref>{{PageRef|name=Shiv}}'s in-game [[Shiv/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Holliday): ''"We should have worked together, Holliday."''</ref> and {{PageRef|name=Warden}}<ref>{{PageRef|name=Warden}}'s in-game [[Warden/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Holliday): ''"We could've worked together, Holliday..."''</ref> tell Holliday that they could've worked together to stop the Troubadour.
* {{HeroIcon|Infernus}} invites Holliday for a "date" at [[Jezebel's]].<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Infernus|number=2|hero_quote1=Infernus|quote1=How about when this is over, we have a chat at the bar?|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=Sounds like a plan.|hero_quote3=Infernus|quote3=Sounds like a date.}}</ref>
* {{HeroIcon|Lash}} attempts to flirt with Holliday.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Lash|number=2|hero_quote1=Lash|quote1=If you're looking for someone with a body count, I'm turning myself in.|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=Oh my god, I hate you.}}</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Lash|number=1|hero_quote1=Lash|quote1=So... you using that rope for work or recreation?|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=You are such a pig.|hero_quote3=Lash|quote3=Nah babe... I'm Lash.}}</ref>
* {{HeroIcon|Calico}} compares Holliday's introverted personality to {{HeroIcon|Grey Talon}}'s.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Calico|number=3|hero_quote1=Calico|quote1=You're not much of a talker, are you?|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=No.|hero_quote3=Calico|quote3=God, you and Wesley would get along famously.}}</ref>
* {{PageRef|name=Ivy}} wants to go sightseeing with Holliday.<ref name=":3" />
* {{PageRef|name=Mina}} thinks Holliday is old.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Mina}}'s in-game [[Mina/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Holliday): ''"God, she's so old."''</ref>
* {{PageRef|name=Mirage}} warns Holliday that her blind quest for revenge will get her killed.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Mirage|number=2|hero_quote1=Mirage|quote1=You're blinded by hatred, Holliday.|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=I'll keep that in mind.|hero_quote3=Mirage|quote3=That's the problem, you won't. And when you cling to that path... you'll die because of it.}}</ref>
* {{PageRef|name=Paradox}} wants to steal Holliday's revolver.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemy|voice line]] (Killed Holliday): ''"That gun has history, Holliday, I want it!"''</ref>
* {{PageRef|name=Silver}} is after a bounty on the Troubadour and wants Holliday to stay out of her way.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Silver}}'s in-game [[Silver/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Holliday): ''"You're not keepin' me from that bounty on the Troubadour."''</ref>
* {{HeroIcon|Lash}},<ref>{{PageRef|name=Lash}}'s in-game [[Lash/Quotes#Allies|voice line]] (pass Holliday on zipline): ''"Love the hat."''</ref> {{PageRef|name=Mina}},<ref>{{PageRef|name=Mina}}'s in-game [[Mina/Quotes#Allies|voice line]] (pass Holliday on zipline): ''"Oh, cute hat!"''</ref> {{PageRef|name=Shiv}},<ref>{{PageRef|name=Shiv}}'s in-game [[Shiv/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Holliday): ''"Love the hat, though."''</ref> {{HeroIcon|Viscous}}<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Viscous|number=1|hero_quote1=Viscous|quote1=I like your hat.}}</ref> and {{PageRef|name=Vyper}}<ref>{{PageRef|name=Vyper}}'s in-game [[Vyper/Quotes#Allies|voice line]] (pass Holliday on zipline): ''"You make that hat work, sheriff!"''</ref> like Holliday's hat.
* {{PageRef|name=Lady Geist}} thinks Holliday's clothes are "horrible."<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Lady Geist|number=2|hero_quote1=Lady Geist|quote1=Your clothes.|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=What about 'em?|hero_quote3=Lady Geist|quote3=They're horrible.}}</ref>
* {{PageRef|name=Apollo}},<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Apollo|number=1|hero_quote1=Apollo|quote1=You haven't slept in days.|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=Who are you, my mother?|hero_quote3=Apollo|quote3=I'm the person who's putting his life in the hands of an emotional trainwreck on a suicide mission. (...) I'm amazed you haven't accidently fired your gun already.}}</ref> {{PageRef|name=Mirage}}<ref>{{PageRef|name=Mirage}}'s in-game [[Mirage/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Holliday): ''"You are no servant of the law... Just an instrument of rage."''</ref> and {{PageRef|name=Paige}}<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paige}}'s in-game [[Paige/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Holliday): ''"I don't think they should trust that lady with a gun."''</ref> think Holliday isn't in the right state of mind to be a cop.
* In Holliday's visual novel, [[Captain Murphy|Captain Murphy's]] receptionist spreads a rumor that Holliday wants to have an affair with Murphy, who is married.<ref>[[Holliday's visual novel|Holliday's Visual Novel]] - [[Holliday's visual novel/Transcription#Chapter 2a - Jurisdiction|Chapter 2a]]</ref> {{HeroIcon|Haze}} and {{PageRef|name=Mo & Krill|alt_name=Krill}} tease Holliday about the rumor.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Haze|number=5|hero_quote1=Holliday|quote1=There are some loose ends I'm trying to tie up.|hero_quote2=Haze|quote2=Captain Murphy's married.|hero_quote3=Holliday|quote3=I'm gonna kill that goddamn receptionist!}}</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Mo & Krill|number=4}}</ref> {{PageRef|name=Yamato}} believes the rumor and threatens Murphy's life to keep Holliday in line.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Yamato|number=2|hero_quote1=Yamato|quote1=あんたがマーフィーの女か。(You're Murphy's girl.)|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=What did you say about Murphy?|hero_quote3=Yamato|quote3=Don't worry, sheriff. Play your part and he lives.}}</ref>

== Update history ==
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== Gallery ==
<gallery>
File:Holliday card.png|Holliday portrait
File:Holliday MM.png|Holliday icon
File:Holliday Render.png|Holliday in-game render
File:Holliday name.png|Holliday name typography
File:Holliday Reference Sheet.png|Holliday reference sheet
File:Holliday Weapon.png|Holliday weapon - Doc's Orders
File:Four heroes update.jpg|Holliday in the January 2025 update art
File:Holliday card old.png|Previous Holliday portrait
File:Holliday icon old.png|Previous Holliday icon
File:Holliday Gloat.png|Gloat portrait for Holliday.
File:Holliday Critical.png|Critical health portrait for Holliday.
</gallery>

== Trivia ==
* Holliday's weapon was originally called '''Occult 45'''.
* Holliday was named '''Astro''' In ''[[Neon Prime]]''. She had a relationship with '''Forge''' ([[McGinnis]]).<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Lash|file=Lash killed by forge 04.mp3|transcription=Astro is a lucky lady to be with someone like Forge.}}</ref><ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Lash|file=Lash killed by forge 01.mp3|transcription=I see her at the Bear Pit every Thursday with Astro, that lady is a student of the game.}}</ref><ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Mo & Krill|file=Krill killed by astro 04.mp3|transcription=Oh, look. Forge's lover shot us. Who would have guessed.}}</ref>
* "Solving Mysteries in the Hideout" is displayed as one's status in the in-game Friends List when playing as Holliday in the [[Hideout]].
* Back during [[Hero Labs]], Holliday's third ability was originally known as '''Hat Trick'''. The ability consisted of Holliday throwing her hat at an enemy, applying slow and allowing her to see them through walls.

== See also ==

* [[Holliday's visual novel]]

== References ==
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