Pocket vs Graves

41.3% win rate as Pocket · 21,565 matches

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Early game · first 8 minutes

Clear nearby Deadheads before taking a long exchange with Graves, and go around Grasping Hands’ rift. Take cover when Essence Theft weakens your weapon damage and Spirit resistance. Land Barrage hits from a position that lets you get away; each hero hit increases your damage. Save Flying Cloak for the way back to your team.

Mid game · Walkers

Clear summons threatening your Walker before chasing Graves. Destroy Borrowed Decree’s gravestone with two heavy melees when your team can protect you.

Late game · Patron

Assign someone to clear the summons while the rest of your team contests the objective. If you can safely reach Borrowed Decree’s gravestone, destroy it with two heavy melees to stop that source of Ghouls. Avoid following Graves through Grasping Hands. Pressure Graves with Barrage before getting close, then keep Flying Cloak available for a safe exit after your close-range damage.