Deadlock: How to Parry

Blockage wove a complex MOBA experience consisting of multiple combat mechanics in addition to an extensive roster of heroes and items. For example, parrying is a defensive skill that one must learn to counter melee, which can otherwise be deadly in early game battles. Especially against Abrams, who is a melee brawler, parrying him is the only way to shut him down. Therefore, in this guide you will learn how to bounce Blockage.

How to fend off opponents in a stalemate

IN deadlock, parrying isn't rocket science, but a basic skill that allows you to counter melee attacks. Press F to parry an enemy when they are about to strike to stun them for a few seconds. With this crowd control effect, the target will be knocked to the ground and take increased melee damage, so you can use this opportunity to land some free hits.

Players often find bouncing difficult to master in other video games, but Blockage offers visual indication and some forgiveness using mechanics. After activating the bounce, your character gains a blue shield with the same color shade that surrounds their body for a few seconds. During this time, opponents, minions, and even the mid-boss will be stunned if they launch a melee attack.

Minions tend to lunge at the hero if they get too close, but their attacks aren't hard to detect. However, identifying when an opponent is about to punch can make all the difference. Since the melees are short range, they will try to get close to you. So the key to successful parrying is to read your surroundings.

Additionally, heavy melees have a noticeable charging animation, making them easier to detect. Therefore, press the F button whenever you see an enemy approaching to strike. Blockage heroes like Abrams have a knack for fighting their way to victory, and rebounding is the way to counter them. Failing to parry will cause the skill to go on a five second cooldown indicated by a red fist symbol next to the stamina bar. You can reactivate the ability once the marker disappears. So spamming is out of the question.

How to deal with Parry in a stalemate

Using melee against players who can parry can be risky until you learn how to avoid it completely. The key here is to flick the mouse away from the target and quickly change the direction of the strike if they activate the parry.

Blockage items like Debuff Remover and Unstoppable are highly effective against crowd control, with the latter being an active gear that can make a hero immune to stun for a few seconds. Just activate Unstoppable before hitting the target to avoid being knocked back.