Deadlock's list of heroes offers a variety of ways to enjoy the game. You can be a ranged master or someone who fights from close range. Or, you can mix things up by switching paths, skirmishing across the map, and whenever the opportunity arises.

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In such cases, a champion who is a jack of all trades (and a master of some) is the ideal choice for a player. Say hello to Pocket – a character that excels in short-range combat, navigation, and a versatile fighting style for any situation in Deadlock. With the right builds and items, it's nearly impossible to counter a powerful Pocket in a match.
Deadlock is in alpha, so everything in this guide may change in the future.
Pocket overview
Before looking into Pocket's overall potential, note that he is one of the more difficult characters in the game to master. On the surface, his abilities make him seem like someone you can easily learn. However, it's only with time and practice that Pocket's true potential shines due to how he plays on the map.
pocket It excels in dealing with different types of enemy heroes. He can close the gap against a ranged champion in one-on-one combat. He can clear an entire lane to make room for allies to advance. In addition, His abilities allow him to get out of dangerous situations and find a refuge to rejuvenate. All in all, it really depends on how you want to get the most out of his kit.
With a DPS of 70 and a max health of 550, Pocket may not be the strongest champion out there, but he's certainly It excels in short-range encounters and fire. Because of this, he needs items to keep him safe (in terms of vitality), along with upgrades to keep his fire rate and psychic damage at their maximum potential.
Pocket abilities
Many Pocket abilities Work for each other, not individually. For example, Affliction's overtime damage improves Pocket's damage potential as the game progresses, while Barrage and Flying Cloak help keep his base damage strong, and Spirit Damage does the trick for him and his team.
Early in the game, Pocket won't make the most of every ability, but barrage It is something that can be used Safe, easy kill (or spirits) if the enemy is not careful. You don't need to aim too much with this one, and Invest a point or two at first can Help the farm spirits get better routes if needed.
name |
Description |
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barrage |
You create a channel that Throws and deals damage It also applies a slow effect to enemies, along with a stack that boosts more damage. |
Bird cape |
launch Cloak moving forward and damages any enemy in its path. In addition, press [2] To teleport to your location. |
Charming bag |
Escape to your suitcasethe moment it comes out, it damages the enemies. This time period can be ended by taking any action by Pocket. |
calamity |
Create a radius of 14 meters that Damages enemies within it Over time |
Bird cape The spotlight as a Ability to clear lines. Consider if you want to push well (and fast). Invest two to three points This ability is great for clearing minions and also allows you to teleport to a cloak location. Even reading about this ability can give you a creative idea or two on how to use it in battle.
Charming bag It may seem like a simple ability to use, but this is far from the truth. Using it well is like winning an argument-Quickly saves you from heavy attacks And after canceling (or ending), it will help you Deal a lot of area of effect (AOE) damageDepending on the level of ability improvement.
Finally, calamity It's an ability you want to use when you're going for multiple kills. This requires some trust in your strategy, and rightly so It's best used when your other abilities are ready to go. Consider investing in this later in the game, as this is the ideal time for your damage (both default and soul) to peak.
When you use the Flying Cloak, make sure you hear the ticking sound at the end. This is when you have a few seconds to use it as a remote tool.
Upgrade and build for Pocket
Unlike most heroes, Jeb shows a lot of potential as a line pusher Buying Headshot Booster and Mystic Shot early in the game to make sure he has the tools he needs to do this can help you maximize damage against minions. This will help you kill weak enemies faster and raise a lot of souls in a short amount of time.
As you move towards the middle of the game, you will Make the most of your browsing potential. Pocket can be a very mobile hero and things like Improved cooling and stable speed It can help him stay ahead of the curve. This also allows him to Side enemies who are not aware from where he is kept
stage |
Cases |
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Early game: Focus on pushing and defending a lane. |
Close Quarters, Headshot Booster, Mystic Burst, Enduring Spirit, Mystic Reach, Mystic Shot, Spirit Boots and Extra Stamina. |
mid game: Focus on improving the mobility and potential of the parties. |
Spirit Lifesteal, Cold Front, Enduring Speed, Kinetic Dash, Improved Burst, Mystic Vulnerability, Improved Burst, Improved Cooldown and Enchanter's Barrier. |
late game: Focus on maximizing damage and vitality. |
Silence Gylph, Ethereal Shift, Diviner's Kevlar, Phantom Strike and Superior Cooldown. |
Towards the end of the game, you want to Make sure Pocket doesn't run out of vitalitystruggles while defending himself. Superior Cooldown and Diviner's Kevlar are things that help in these types of scenarios and should be your choice when you're thinking about investing in the late game. Additionally, there are special status items that you can purchase.
- A glorious jump: This case Throws you into the airgives you a huge height advantage over others. In the air, you can use it again to make it fall a bit faster.
- Becker's badge: This case Adds more weapon damage to your attacks Against any enemy whose health is above 50%.
The best strategy playstyle for pocket
To get the most out of Pocket's versatile kit, you need to master his abilities and How they work together. Instead of spamming all at once, being aware of your enemies movements while using each ability is the key to victory. If you can pull it off, you can sidestep enemies, win one-on-one battles, and even take down large groups single-handedly.
Use volleys for long-range attacks
Since Pocket isn't great at firing his weapon for ranged attacks, Barrage does the trick! Use this ability when you are at a distance And to think it is a finishing move. This works for both minions and enemy champions who refuse to fight you head-on.
Use Flying Cloak for Teleportation
Before you even think about fighting a squad (or just an enemy), have an escape plan in mind. Use your Flying Cloak ability Enter the fight and then use it to get out If things don't work out for you
Use Satchel Enchanter for AOE damage
Whether it's a bunch of minions you're trying to kill or damage a squad, this ability will help you because it allows you to quickly Deal a lot of damage in a small radius. Its upgrade allows you to use it roughly every ten seconds.
Use Affliction to scare enemy heroes
A player who has mastered Pocket knows the enemy's weak points and Use Affliction to almost stop them from getting the upper hand. For example, if you know which enemy needs a lot of healing, you can suppress their ability to gain health by targeting Affliction against them.

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