Deadlockcan often be a decisive game when it comes to a team composition.

On one hand, defensive gameplay can keep your squad alive and safe.

On the other hand, pushing into enemy territory can completely shift the tides of battle.

Kelvin, a ginger man wearing a thick fur coat, in Deadlock.

Seven’s electrifying loadout is yours to wield in Deadlock.

The game is still in development.

Expect a lot more balance changes and improvements over time.

Seven using Storm Cloud ability in Deadlock.

Kelvin Overview

Kelvin’s ice-wielding abilities stand out from the rest of the heroes.

Additionally, Kelvin can create an Ice Path that’s helpful to everyone in his team.

By default,Kelvin deals 83 damage per second (DPS), holding 15 ammo at a time.

Kelving using Ice Path in Deadlock.

He also does melee damage of 63, and has a max health of 600.

Abilities

Kelvin’s skills are all about patience and sturdiness.

However, they grow increasingly powerful as you progress through the match.

Kelvin’s abilities in Deadlock menu.

Additionally, he gains 60% slow resistance.

Arctic Beam

Shoot a powerful beam of ice.

As you hit enemies with this,slow down their mobility, dealing 60 DPS.

Buying upgrades for Kelvin in Deadlock.

Frozen Shelter

Kelvin createsan indestructible dome around him, inside which he regains health (+120).

Enemies inside the dome will slow down.

Instead, use this time to keep enemies distracted while you farm souls.

Deadlock infernus kelvin and mcginnis side by side

Investing in upgrades later in the game rather than frantically spending souls is usually a smarter move.

Healing Booster, Improved Cooldown, Rescue Beam and Enduring Spirit.

Alchemical Fire, Superior Cooldown, Improved Burst, Rapid Recharge and Improved Spirit.

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Late Game: Maximize damage output and potential to withstand incoming attacks.

Hunter’s Aura, Headhunter, Improved Reach, Boundless Spirit, Duration Extender and Mystic Reach.

Keep an eye out forenemy players who heavily rely on an item.

Deadlock

Using Curse against them can prove to be highly effective.

Hence, it’s important to remember how to best use his abilities.

This can work in early game when you’re farming from a distance.

When carving a path for yourself,ensure your teammates are around you.

This way, they can also use it to traverse across the map.

Use this as high ground in battle!

This can eliminate entire squads when used correctly.

These starter heroes are a great choice for newcomers to Deadlock.