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[[File:Mechanics image.png|thumb|342x342px|[[Pocket]] attacking enemies from above]] | [[File:Mechanics image.png|thumb|342x342px|[[Pocket]] attacking enemies from above]] | ||
[[File:Item build.png|thumb|342x342px|An item | [[File:Item build.png|thumb|342x342px|An [[Items|item]] build made for [[Yamato]]]] | ||
'''Mechanics''' in ''[[Deadlock]]'' are the details, particulars, and mechanisms by which a player interacts with the game. This includes the objectives, controls, timing, map, and priorities to consider while playing in order to achieve victory. | '''Mechanics''' in ''[[Deadlock]]'' are the details, particulars, and mechanisms by which a player interacts with the game. This includes the objectives, controls, timing, map, and priorities to consider while playing in order to achieve victory. | ||
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== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
The overall objective of ''Deadlock'' is to destroy the enemy team's [[Patron]]. This is done over the course of the game, where two teams battle across three lanes, navigating the map using | The overall objective of ''Deadlock'' is to destroy the enemy team's [[Patron]]. This is done over the course of the game, where two teams battle across three lanes, navigating the map using [[Ziplines]]. Each lane contains both [[Guardian|Guardians]] and [[Walker|Walkers]] that a team will need to destroy to ultimately destroy the [[Patron]]. | ||
Teams battle AI controlled Troopers, that release Souls when killed. Souls are used to [[ | Teams battle AI controlled Troopers, that release [[Souls]] when killed. Souls are used to [[Leveling Up|Level-up]] and buy [[items]]. | ||
== Gameplay Mechanics == | == Gameplay Mechanics == | ||
=== Offense and Defense === | === Offense and Defense === | ||
; Weapon Attacks | ; Weapon Attacks | ||
* Every Hero has a weapon | * Every Hero has a weapon, usually a gun of some style, that allows them to engage in ranged combat to deal damage to other Heroes and units. | ||
; Melee Attacks | ; Melee Attacks | ||
{{Main|Melee Attack}} | {{Main|Melee Attack}} | ||
* Every Hero may also perform a [[Melee attack|melee]] attack | * Every Hero may also perform a [[Melee attack|melee]] attack to strike at point-blank range with their fist, gun, etc. Players can perform either a light or heavy melee attack; light melee attacks deal a faster but weaker amount of damage, while heavy melee attacks take longer to execute, lunging forward with a more damaging blow. | ||
; Parry | ; Parry | ||
* [[Melee Attack#Parry|Parries]] (Default key: <code>F</code>) are a defensive move available to every Hero, | * [[Melee Attack#Parry|Parries]] (Default key: <code>F</code>) are a defensive move that is available to every Hero, in which they can block a melee hit from an enemy player. On a successful parry, the enemy is stunned and takes 25% more damage from all sources for 2.75s. The parry goes on cooldown once it's used, but is instantly refunded on a successful parry. [[Troopers]] and [[Guardians]] can also be parried. | ||
; Crouch | ; Crouch | ||
* Crouching (Default key: <code>Ctrl</code>) can help avoid enemy fire by making the player smaller and able to hide behind objects. | * Crouching (Default key: <code>Ctrl</code>) can help avoid enemy fire by making the player smaller and able to hide behind objects. | ||
; | ; Heroes' Abilities | ||
* Every Hero has 4 unique abilities, which they can unlock for use by spending [[ | * Every Hero has 4 unique abilities, which they can unlock for use by spending [[Level|'''ability unlocks''']][[File:Ability_unlock_icon.png|30px]]. Abilities are often used to deal [[Spirit Damage]], empower the player or allies, weaken enemies, or assist in traversal. | ||
=== Movement === | === Movement === | ||
{{Main|Movement}} | {{Main|Movement}} | ||
; Double jump | ; Double jump | ||
* Heroes can perform a ''double jump'' by jumping | * Heroes can perform a ''double jump'' by jumping while in mid air, which cost 1 [[Stamina]]. Without items, Heroes can perform a single ''double jump'' in the air. | ||
; Dash and Air Dash | ; Dash and Air Dash | ||
* Pressing the dash button (Default key: <code>Shift</code>) performs a quick evasive maneuver, which costs 1 [[Stamina]]. It can be used to evade enemy attacks, escape fights, or chase enemies. | * Pressing the dash button (Default key: <code>Shift</code>) performs a quick evasive maneuver, which costs 1 [[Stamina]]. It can be used to evade enemy attacks, escape fights, or chase enemies. | ||
* Pressing dash while in the air performs an ''air dash'' which works exactly like a regular dash, except it has less slowdown at the end of the dash. Without items, Heroes can perform a single ''air dash'' while in the air. | * Pressing dash while in the air performs an ''air dash'' which works exactly like a regular dash, except it has less slowdown at the end of the dash. Without items, Heroes can perform a single ''air dash'' while in the air. | ||
; Dash Jump | ; Dash Jump | ||
* A ''Dash jump'' is a fast long jump, which can be performed during a dash and costs 1 [[Stamina]], for a total of 2 including the Stamina spent ''dashing''. | * A ''Dash jump'' is a fast long jump, which can be performed during a dash and costs 1 [[Stamina]], for a total of 2 including the Stamina spent ''dashing''. The timing of a ''dash jump'' is visualized by the crosshair turning blue while ''dashing.'' While the crosshair is blue, the player can press jump to ''dash jump''. | ||
; Slide | ; Slide | ||
* Heroes can slide by holding crouch while moving faster than 9.6m/s (such as with high move/sprint speed, after dashes, etc) or while going down slopes, preserving momentum and giving infinite ammo for the duration of the slide. This can improve overall DPS by increasing the time before needing to reload when fighting around stairs or slopes, such as the ones seen in every lane next to the [[Guardian]]. | * Heroes can slide by holding crouch while moving faster than 9.6m/s (such as with high move/sprint speed, after dashes, etc) or while going down slopes, preserving momentum and giving infinite ammo for the duration of the slide. This can improve overall DPS by increasing the time before needing to reload when fighting around stairs or slopes, such as the ones seen in every lane next to the [[Guardian]]. | ||
* Heroes cannot jump during slides performed from a ground dash. All other slides (including from air-dashes/dash jumps) do not have this restriction. | |||
; Down Dash | ; Down Dash | ||
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* Heroes can slide along walls while in the air, slowing their descent and limiting their max falling speed to -600 u/s. | * Heroes can slide along walls while in the air, slowing their descent and limiting their max falling speed to -600 u/s. | ||
==== Mantle ==== | |||
* Heroes can ''mantle'', i.e. climb up obstacles. To mantle, the player must hold the forward key and look in the direction they wish to mantle in | * Heroes can ''mantle'', i.e. climb up obstacles. To mantle, the player must hold the forward key and look in the direction they wish to mantle in. | ||
==== Mantle Glide ==== | |||
* Heroes can perform a ''mantle glide'' by holding the crouch button during a mantle. This will add a speed boost upon the mantle finishing. | * Heroes can perform a ''mantle glide'' by holding the crouch button during a mantle. This will add a speed boost upon the mantle finishing. | ||
=== General Strategy === | === General Strategy === | ||
; Laning | ; Laning | ||
* Laning is the process of fighting in the lane, collecting [[Souls]] from [[Trooper]]s, and pushing the lane to the enemy [[Patron]]. | * Laning is the process of fighting in the lane, collecting [[Souls]] from [[Trooper]]s, and pushing the lane to the enemy [[Patron]]. | ||
* There are 3 lanes: York ( | * There are 3 lanes: York Ave. (yellow), Broadway (blue), and Park Ave. (green). Any part of a lane controlled by the opposing team will be red on the [[Minimap]]. | ||
* The '''laning phase''' refers to the early game where players organize in lanes to gain strength (see: "[[Strategy]]"). | * The '''laning phase''' refers to the early game where players organize in lanes to gain strength (see: "[[Strategy]]"). | ||
; Ganking | ; Ganking | ||
* Ganking is the act of moving from one lane to another to help kill | * Ganking is the act of moving from one lane to another to help kill enemy Heroes who over-extended, or who are simply ripe for the picking. | ||
=== Items === | === Items === | ||
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* All [[Items]] give passive bonuses and some of them have an Active ability that Hero can use on command. Items can be purchased from the [[The Curiosity Shop]] for [[Souls]]. | * All [[Items]] give passive bonuses and some of them have an Active ability that Hero can use on command. Items can be purchased from the [[The Curiosity Shop]] for [[Souls]]. | ||
== Comeback Mechanics == | |||
When a team is behind on [[Souls]], there are some mechanics that come into play to allow the losing team to catch up. | When a team is behind on [[Souls]], there are some mechanics that come into play to allow the losing team to catch up. | ||
* Killing an enemy Hero will award more Souls if the player's team is behind. | |||
* Killing an enemy | * Killing an enemy Hero that has a Kill Streak will reward a "Bounty" of extra Souls. | ||
* The losing team gains up to | * The losing team gains up to 30% more souls from troopers, neutrals, vaults, and objectives, based on how behind they are (peaks at 20% max net worth difference). The first 3k in net worth difference is ignored. | ||
* The Soul Urn | * The [[Soul Urn]] drop-off location is located in the side lanes if teams are even, but located on the losing team's side if they have significantly less total souls (10% or more difference). | ||
== Map Mechanics == | == Map Mechanics == | ||
{{main| | {{main|Map}} | ||
=== Structures and Units === | === Structures and Units === | ||
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! Unit/Structure !! Image !! Description | ! Unit/Structure !! Image !! Description | ||
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| [[Troopers]] || [[File:Trooper_Icon.png|110px]] || Troopers are the main force of each Patron, sent down the map's Lanes to attack the opposing Patron. These small warriors will march in squads of 4 to attack all enemies nearby, including Guardians, Heroes, and the enemy Troopers. | | [[Troopers]] || [[File:Trooper_Icon.png|110px]] || Troopers are the main force of each [[Patron]], sent down the map's Lanes to attack the opposing Patron. These small warriors will march in squads of 4 to attack all enemies nearby, including Guardians, Heroes, and the enemy Troopers. | ||
For much of the game, destroying Troopers (and their [[Soul]] orbs) is the primary way for players to gain more Souls. In addition, players may Deny enemy teams by stealing the Souls from killed troopers. | For much of the game, destroying Troopers (and their [[Soul]] orbs) is the primary way for players to gain more Souls. In addition, players may Deny enemy teams by stealing the Souls from killed troopers. | ||
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| [[Guardian]] || [[File:Guardian_Icon.png|110px]] || The first objective of the lane is the Guardian, who has a laser attack, a melee attack, and a slam attack. The slam attack does AoE damage to enemies near the Guardian. | | [[Guardian]] || [[File:Guardian_Icon.png|110px]] || The first objective of the lane is the [[Guardian]], who has a laser attack, a melee attack, and a slam attack. The slam attack does AoE damage to enemies near the Guardian. | ||
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| [[Walker]] || [[File:Walker_Icon.png|110px]] || The second objective of the lane is the Walker who has a laser attack, a Volcano Salvo, and a slam. Your team will gain an [[Extra Slots|Extra Slot]] per enemy Walker destroyed. | | [[Walker]] || [[File:Walker_Icon.png|110px]] || The second objective of the lane is the [[Walker]] who has a laser attack, a Volcano Salvo, and a slam. Your team will gain an [[Extra Slots|Extra Slot]] per enemy Walker destroyed. | ||
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| [[Guardian|Base Guardians]] || [[File: | | [[Guardian|Base Guardians]] || [[File:Guardian_Icon.png|110px]] || The Third objective of the lane is two Guardians outside the enemy base. When both of these enemy Guardians fall in a lane, the zipline for allies in that lane becomes significantly faster. | ||
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| [[Shrine]] || [[File: | | [[Shrine]] || [[File:Shrine_Icon.png|110px]] || The fourth objective is the [[Shrine|Shrines]], they have no attacks. There are two shrines, one on each side of the base. They both need to be destroyed in order to weaken the Patron, allowing you to kill it and win the game. | ||
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| [[Patron]] || [[File:Patron_Icon.png|110px]] || The fifth and final objective is the Patron, which ends the game. It has two modes, normal and weakened. You can not damage a Patron in its normal state, it must be exposed by killing both Shrines in the base. | | [[Patron]] || [[File:Patron_Icon.png|110px]] || The fifth and final objective is the [[Patron]], which ends the game. It has two modes, normal and weakened. You can not damage a Patron in its normal state, it must be exposed by killing both Shrines in the base. | ||
Once the Patron has been brought to | Once the Patron has been brought to 0HP once, it will become invulnerable, transform and move into their team's Pit. After the invulnerability phase, it will refill health to 100% and be vulnerable again. If the weakened Patron is not currently under attack, it will passively regenerate its health. | ||
When the Patron | When the Patron becomes weakened, any Death Timers on the defending team will be shortened by up to 20s to a minimum of 10s, allowing for a final defense. | ||
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| [[ | | [[Denizen]] || [[File:Neutral_Icon.png|110px]] || | ||
Denizens exist in the "Jungle" of the map. These Camps are located across the map and are denoted by cyan triangle icons. The number of lines beneath the icon indicates the difficulty of the camp: zero lines for easy camps, one line for medium camps, and two lines for hard camps. They are worth a small to medium amount of [[Souls]] if destroyed and respawn soon after. | |||
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| [[Mid-Boss]] || [[File:Midboss.png|110px]] || The | | [[Mid-Boss]] || [[File:Midboss.png|110px]] || The mid boss is located in the center of the map and is a potent, tough threat that requires multiple players to co-ordinate and defeat. | ||
When the | When the mid boss dies it drops the [[Rejuvenator]]. Charged melee attacks will collect it. Securing the Rejuvenator awards your team with the '''Rejuvenation Credit''' that buffs you and your team along with your Troopers. | ||
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! Object !! Image !! Description | ! Object !! Image !! Description | ||
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| [[Soul Urn]] || [[File:Soul_Urn_Render.png|110px]] || After 10 minutes of game time, the Soul Urn will appear and be ready for capture. The capturing | | [[Soul Urn]] || [[File:Soul_Urn_Render.png|110px]] || After 10 minutes of game time, the Soul Urn will appear and be ready for capture. The capturing team will receive a large bounty of [[Souls]] and a few minor stat buffs. The Urn spawns every 5 minutes, with the capture location depending on the soul difference between teams. | ||
The Urn | |||
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| [[Breakables]] || [[File:Gold_Urn_Render.png|110px]] || Breakables are found all around the map in the form of a crate or a golden statue. Break them for a minor but permanent power-up or a small amount of [[Souls]]. | |||
| [[Breakables]] || [[File:Gold_Urn_Render.png|110px]] || Breakables are found all around the map in the form of a | |||
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| [[Sinner's Sacrifice]] | | [[Sinner's Sacrifice]] | ||
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| [[Teleporter]]||[[File:Teleporter walker.png|110px]]|| | | [[Teleporter]]||[[File:Teleporter walker.png|110px]]|| | ||
Teleporters, which unlock after 8 minutes in the game, can be used to quickly traverse the map horizontally. | |||
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| [[Ropes]]||[[File:Screenshot_from_2024-10-08_18-29-30.png|110px]]|| | | [[Ropes]]||[[File:Screenshot_from_2024-10-08_18-29-30.png|110px]]|| | ||
Ropes can be used to quickly ascend to midlevels or rooftops. | Ropes can be used to quickly ascend to midlevels or rooftops. | ||
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=== Temporary Buffs === | === Temporary Buffs === | ||
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# '''Casting Buff:''' Grants temporary cooldown reduction and spirit power. | # '''Casting Buff:''' Grants temporary cooldown reduction and spirit power. | ||
#* Starts at + | #* Starts at +15 [[Spirit Power]] and +12% Cooldown Reduction | ||
#* Ends at + | #* Ends at +40 Spirit Power and +25% Cooldown Reduction | ||
#* Duration: | #* Duration: 160s | ||
# '''Gun Buff:''' Grants temporary magazine size and fire rate. | # '''Gun Buff:''' Grants temporary magazine size and fire rate. | ||
#* Starts at + | #* Starts at +12% [[Fire Rate]] and +20% [[Ammo]] | ||
#* Ends at + | #* Ends at +35% Fire Rate and +60% Ammo | ||
#* Duration: | #* Duration: 160s | ||
# '''Movement Buff:''' Grants temporary extra stamina and sprint speed. | # '''Movement Buff:''' Grants temporary extra stamina and sprint speed. | ||
#* Starts at + | #* Starts at +1 [[Stamina]], +1.5m/s [[Sprint Speed]], +20% Stamina Regeneration Rate, and +40% Zipline Boost | ||
#* Ends at + | #* Ends at +4 Stamina, +4m/s Sprint Speed, +50% Stamina Regeneration Rate, and +80% Zipline Boost | ||
#* Duration: | #* Duration: 160s | ||
# '''Survival Buff:''' Grants temporary health and health regen. | # '''Survival Buff:''' Grants temporary health and health regen. | ||
#* Starts at + | #* Starts at +200 [[Health|Bonus Health]] and +0.5% [[Health Regen|Max Health Regen]] | ||
#* Ends at + | #* Ends at +700 Bonus Health and +1.5% Max Health Regen | ||
#* Duration: | #* Duration: 160s | ||
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