Introduction to Slork
Deadlock players have recently stumbled upon an intriguing new hero named Slork. This character, who resembles a half-man, half-shark—or perhaps just a person wearing an unusual skeletal shark costume—has sparked significant discussions within the gaming community. Slork was described as “super unfinished” by the Deadlock Intel Twitter feed, but an overview of his abilities was shared, shedding light on what players might expect.
Slork’s Abilities
Despite being in an in-progress state, Slork’s abilities showcase a unique and strategic gameplay approach. His first ability, Riptide, throws enemies into the air and can ricochet off walls to create additional chaos. The second ability, Deep’s Embrace, seems to function as a watery shield, providing defensive capabilities. Ambush Predator makes Slork briefly invisible and increases his speed, ending with an attack, while Chomp is straightforward and self-explanatory.
🔴SUPER UNFINISHED SHARK HERO "SLORK"
-Ability 1: "Riptide" – Sends out a wave that knocks up enemies and bounces off of walls
-Ability 2: "Chomp" – Jumps and grabs onto an enemy, chomping them
-Ability 3: "Deep's Embrace" – Looks like it encases yourself in water, assuming it… pic.twitter.com/5jrtHsLOp4— Deadlock Intel (@IntelDeadlock) September 5, 2024
Comparisons and Speculations
Observant fans have noted similarities between Slork and Slark, a character from Dota 2 known for his stealth-focused gameplay. Redditor tgiyb1 remarked on the resemblance in the Deadlock subreddit, comparing Slork’s abilities and passive HP regeneration to those of Slark. This has led to speculation about potential connections between the two characters within the Deadlock lore—assuming, of course, that Slork is eventually finalized and released by Valve.
Community Reactions
The gaming community has shown a keen interest in Slork, even in his unfinished state. Discussions are ongoing, and players are eagerly anticipating further developments and updates. While much remains unknown about Slork, his unique design and promising abilities suggest that he could become a fascinating addition to Deadlock.
