All ranks in order#
Deadlock has 11 ranks above the unranked state, from Initiate at the bottom to Eternus at the top. Each rank is split into six subranks, I to VI. Eternus works differently: placement there is based on percentile.
- ObscurusUnranked
- InitiateI–VI
- SeekerI–VI
- AcolyteI–VI
- SentinelI–VI
- MysticI–VI
- RitualistI–VI
- EmissaryI–VI
- OracleI–VI · highest possible starting rank: Oracle VI
- PhantomI–VI
- AscendantI–VI
- EternusPercentile-based
Season dates#
Ranked Beta Season 1
Started . Ends . The next season starts immediately after.
We rewrite this page within 48 hours of the reset to reflect any rule changes for the new season.
How to unlock ranked#
Ranked isn’t available from your first match. You need all of the following:
- 60 wins in Standard matches.
- 3 different heroes with 15 Standard wins each.
- No active matchmaking restrictions on your account.
New heroes and the 15-win rule
Newly released heroes are temporarily exempt from the 15-win requirement so you can play them in ranked, but they don’t count toward your 3 qualifying heroes.
Placement matches#
Your first 8 ranked matches are placements, and you play them solo. The highest rank you can be placed into is Oracle VI; the ranks above that have to be earned.
Rank points, streaks and loss protection#
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Points per match (adjusted by match quality) | ≈300 |
| Points per subrank | 1,000 |
| Points per full rank | 2,000 |
| Protection after reaching a new subrank | 2 matches |
| Protection after reaching a new rank | 5 matches |
Worked example: at roughly 300 points a match, three or four wins move you up a subrank. Once you reach the new subrank, the next 2 matches can’t drop you back down; reaching a new rank gives you 5 protected matches.
Win-streak bonus
The current win-streak bonus values haven’t been confirmed since the 2 Aug 2026 update. We’ll state the numbers only once we’ve confirmed which is current.
Playing ranked with friends#
- Maximum party size is 2.
- You must be within 1 rank of each other (in Eternus, within 3 subranks).
- Placement matches are always solo.
Draft, bans and hero swaps#
Ranked uses 3 bans (Standard uses 2). After the draft you get 30 seconds to swap lanes or heroes, with one hero change allowed.
How to check your rank#
The menu path to view your current rank and points is being confirmed in the current client. Pending in-game verification
Tips to climb#
- Narrow your pool. You already have three heroes with 15+ wins — your best results will usually come from them.
- Use your bans on what beats you, not just what’s popular.
- Buy counters early enough to matter — see the counter items cheat sheet.
- Review losses for one decision you’d change, rather than blaming the draft.
We don’t sell or recommend boosting or account services.
FAQ#
What are the ranks in Deadlock in order?
Obscurus (unranked), Initiate, Seeker, Acolyte, Sentinel, Mystic, Ritualist, Emissary, Oracle, Phantom, Ascendant and Eternus. Each has subranks I–VI except Eternus, which is percentile-based.
How do you unlock ranked?
Win 60 Standard matches and get 15 Standard wins on each of 3 heroes, with no active matchmaking restrictions.
How many placement matches are there?
Eight, played solo. The highest starting rank is Oracle VI.
Can you play ranked with friends?
Yes, in a party of 2, if you’re within one rank of each other (three subranks in Eternus). Placements are solo.
How do rank points work?
About 300 points per match, adjusted by match quality; 1,000 points per subrank and 2,000 per rank, with short loss protection after promotions.
When does the ranked season end?
Ranked Beta Season 1 ends on 5 Nov 2026 at 14:00 PDT, and the next season starts straight away.
How do I see my rank?
We’re confirming the exact menu path in the current client.