Deadlock Rejuvenator: What does it do and how to defeat Mid Boss?

Deadlock Rejuvenator is a unique item in Valve’s new shooter MOBA combo title. It provides a strong set of buffs that can help players push towers and take map control more efficiently. However, it is not a reward that can be claimed by browsing through the game, eliminating neutral creeps, or having a special build. The buffs can only be secured after taking down the Mid Boss on the map.

Participating in boss fights can be risky when attempting to secure the Deadlock Rejuvenator, as opponents will likely be on the lookout to capture the same. It is best to have backup nearby while taking down the map boss and ensure that your team gets the benefit of the Rejuvenator.

This guide highlights the use of Deadlock Rejuvenator and how to defeat the boss for it.

Note: Parts of this article are subjective and reflect the author’s opinion.

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What is the Rejuvenator?

Deadlock Rejuvenator is a green-colored crystal that drops after defeating the mid-game boss. It carries a lot of buffs that can help the team push up lanes and capture a larger part of the map. The buffs include a reduced respawn timer, a 50% health boost for creeps, and a higher health point regeneration for all allies.

Location of the Mid Boss that drops Deadlock Rejuvenator after being defeated (Image via Valve)

It is a one-time use buff and like all others, it expires. If the player dies while carrying the buff, the effects expire while decreasing the respawn timer by 50%. Moreover, players can enjoy a bonus on soul drops while farming the lanes. This can help the team gather higher-tier items quickly and gain the upper hand during fights.

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Deadlock Rejuvenator: Best tips and strategies to defeat the Mid Boss

Here are a few tips while fighting the Mid Boss present at the center of the map to claim the Rejuvenator buffs:

• Make sure that the entire team is on the same page and ready to fight the Mid Boss. Team play is key, as players will need to deplete the shield of the monster before being able to deal damage to its massive health pool. It is best to have the tankiest heroes on the forefront to mitigate as much damage as possible while the high-damage builders take the high ground to eliminate it.
• If the enemy team cannot be spotted on the map, scout the area near the Museum where the boss appears. This is because your opponents might be waiting to steal the hard-fought buff crystal right after your team defeats the Mid Boss. Alternatively, you can opt for this method as well and lurk through one of many entry points to steal the Rejuvenator buff.
• An effective way to pressurize the enemy team is to push out a lane and make them choose between losing map control or the buff. Teams generally opt to fight for both and split forces, which makes it easier to counter - be it in the lanes or the Mid Boss fight.
• If your team is running low on health, exit the Museum and heal before heading back inside. This is because the boss will not heal when players exit the arena so you can return and resume the battle.
• The Mid Boss roars after it loses around half of its health, alerting the entire map about the battle. Since its shield regenerates continuously, it is best to wrap up the fight as quickly as possible. The monster’s health pool provides enough time for the opponents to rotate over and contest for the Deadlock Rejuvenator crystal.

Deadlock Mid Boss in the Museum (Image via Valve)

Once the Mid Boss is defeated, a green crystal will spawn inside the arena and drop to the ground. This is the Deadlock Rejuvenator and can be only claimed by launching a heavy melee attack. You can do this by holding down your melee keybind and releasing a charged melee attack.

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How to use the Rejuvenator credit buff

The Rejuvenator credit buff has a unique effect of its own so take action while its effects are active. You gain a 50% reduction in respawn time with this credit buff so this is an exclusive effect that is only triggered when you are eliminated by a hostile unit.

The Museum in Deadlock (Image via Valve)

Moreover, it provides a whopping 50% increase in secured and unsecured soul drops and an increased health regeneration rate. Combined with the 50% health bonus for allied creeps, the Deadlock Rejuvenator buff makes for a great recipe to take map control and team fights. It creates an ideal condition for the squad to group up and take down a few towers while initiating gunfights whenever possible.

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That covers all there is to know about the Deadlock Rejuvenator and its buffs. Follow Sportskeeda for more updates, guides, and news.

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