Deadlock HandbookPatch October 6, 2026

Guardian Ward

Vitality · Tier 2 · 1,600 souls · Active, 60s cooldown

Give an ally (or yourself) a 250-point barrier and a burst of move speed. The cooldown halves when you cast it on someone else.

By the Deadlock Handbook team·Updated ·Checked on the October 6, 2026 patch

When to buy it

Supports protecting carries. Builds into Divine Barrier.

Stats

CategoryVitality
TierTier 2
Cost1,600 souls
TypeActive, 60s cooldown
Always+1.5 Out of Combat Regen · +8% Ability Range
Effect6s Buff Duration · 40m Cast Range · 250 Barrier · +2.75 m Move Speed

"Always" stats apply as soon as you own the item. "Effect" numbers apply when the item's effect triggers or is activated.

Upgrade path

Built from: Grit . Owning it takes its cost off the price.

Builds into: Divine Barrier .

Heroes we build it on

Stats come from the game files via the community-run Deadlock API, checked on the October 6, 2026 patch. Descriptions and buying advice are our own. Item icon © Valve.