Jar of Dead
Collect nearby deaths and spend them on a jar that summons attacking Deadheads.
Control · Hero ID 76
Graves Deadlock guide
Choosing Graves in Deadlock? Start with Jar of Dead, Borrowed Decree and the decisions between them. Summon Deadheads to attack a target and block enemy routes with grasping hands.
Graves Deadlock abilities
Draft guide: some ability mechanics await source verification. This page is excluded from search indexing until all four summaries are complete.
Grasping Hands
Draw a line of grasping hands that summons a ghoul and immobilizes crossing enemies.
Essence Theft
Sustained weapon pressure steals weapon damage and spirit resistance.
Borrowed Decree (ultimate)
Call on the dead to join the fight; detailed mechanics are still under review.
Mechanics unverified: the saved announcement identifies this ability but does not establish how it works.
Saved sources checked Oct 8, 2026: Jar of Dead, Grasping Hands, Essence Theft; Borrowed Decree. Independent summaries; source and editing method.
First matches with Graves
- Collect nearby death before committing your jar.
- Place grasping hands across an enemy’s route.
- Aim your weapon at the target your summons should pressure.
Graves match snapshot
Data snapshot: 2026-10-08 UTCHistorical snapshot; may be outdated.
Oct 1 – 8, 2026 UTC · normal · ranked + unranked · all ranks, including unknown.
Win %56.26%
Samples198,345
Pick share3.58%
Historical community observations, not personal win predictions. Full statistics and tier method.
Opponent references
Same-match associations, not lane counters; ≥500 samples per pair.
Matchup references suspended: this snapshot is over seven days old.
Other control heroes
Cards show historical win percentages; full samples are in each guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is Graves suitable for beginners?
Our learning estimate is medium. Start by practicing Jar of Dead, then work on the timing of Borrowed Decree. Summon placement and sustained pressure matter; the ultimate’s numeric details need review.