All about Deadlock Heroes - Viscous
Welcome back to our Hero Spotlight series! In this edition, we'll delve into Viscous's captivating abilities and his crucial role on the battlefield. Viscous, a determined inhabitant of The Deep and a staunch opponent of The Adversary, possesses a robust set of skills that allow him to confront and thwart his enemies with unwavering resolve. Join us as we explore the intricacies of Viscous's extraordinary combat prowess and his steadfast commitment to protecting The Deep from ominous forces lurking below the ocean's surface.
Background
The Bermuda Triangle was never a myth; it was a shadowline nexus deep underneath the Atlantic Ocean. For the most part, the things that escaped this astral gate were benign (like Nessie), but now something dark and predatory known only as The Adversary hunts the seas... and ocean residents are scared to death. One of those inhabitants, a psychic sea anemone, wants to do something about it. Summoning an ectoplasmic goo body to traverse the surface, Viscous is desperately trying to summon The Patrons in order to keep The Deep safe from the horror that lurks below.
Hero Overview
Viscous vexes his opponents through clever evasion and strategic uses of healing, enabling him to withstand the most brutal of enemy attacks.
Splatter
Throw a ball of goo that deals Damage and leaves puddles of goo behind, which apply movement slow to enemies in the radius. The first upgrade reduces the cooldown by 6 seconds. The second upgrade grants +70 Damage and +1m Radius. The third upgrade causes it to bounce two extra times.
The Cube
Encase the target in a cube of a restorative goo that purges debuffs, protects from Damage, and increases health regen. Target is unable to take any new actions while cubed. Viscous can use this on himself. The first upgrade increases movement speed and stamina recovery. The second upgrade reduces the cooldown by 22 seconds. The third upgrade grants +60 Health Regen.
Puddle Punch
Materialize a fist in the world that punches units in the area and sends them flying. Enemies will be dealt Damage, have their dash distance reduced for a brief moment, and have their movement slowed. This is considered a light melee attack. The first upgrade grants an extra charge. The second upgrade grants +35 Damage and +20% movement slow. The third upgrade reduces the cooldown by 12 seconds.
Goo Ball
Morph into a large goo ball that deals Damage and stuns enemies on impact. The ball grants large amounts of Bullet and Spirit resist, bounces off walls, and can double jump. The first upgrade increases the duration by 5 seconds. The second upgrade increases Damage by +120. The third upgrade allows Viscous to cast abilities and use items while rolling.
Viscous's enigmatic presence and arsenal of otherworldly abilities make him a formidable protector of The Deep. With his strategic evasiveness and potent healing capabilities, Viscous stands as a beacon of hope in the face of impending darkness. As The Adversary continues to pose a threat to oceanic residents, Viscous remains resolute in his mission to summon The Patrons and safeguard The Deep from evil forces. Join us in our next Hero Spotlight as we unravel more tales of courage and valor on the treacherous battlegrounds.