Garloid
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this is my first custom character (im not a artist) My inspiration for this character is Babe Ruth and early 1910-1940s baseball. bellow is a copy paste of my outline with a few pictures. NOTE: as i mention in the post im not sure if Babe Ruth is real in the deadlock world. same for New york baseball teams and lore stuff, so there may be some conflicts. This outlines his GUN, abilities, and personality, with a little lore sprinkled in too.
By Garloid.
Slugger. Sammy the Slugger (full name: Samuel Strikewell/homer(pick one))
Male, white, blue eyes/brown/hazel eyes color, blonde/black/brown hair. Hair type, short buzzcutish or short hair matted(from hat)
Hight:5.9 or 5.10
Age 26-30
Slim but very fit.
Born in upstate New York
Inspiration: Babe Ruth and baseball of the 1910s-1940s
Info: he plays for a baseball team of New York(likely not Yankees). His goals are to keep baseball more traditional with less enchanted items and magic being use in the game. His other goal is to ensure that he and his team(baseball team) are never forgotten with their names going down in history(of course his name goes first). He is prejudiced/racist against ixians and monsters(like Viper for example) and does NOT want them playing in the league, as he believes they have an unfair advantage against humans. And is not a fan of them in general. has a fiancée who is the head cheerleader of his team's female cheer squad.
Ruth the baseball bat was a gift form his parents. Im thinking that he played ball most his life. He Is definitely good naturally but also worked hard to get here.
While he wants less magic used in baseball a little should be ok, maybe. He carries an enchanted/ possessed baseball bat in battle and at times on the field. Her name is Ruth(fun personality) she was a gift from his parents. He also has an enchanted catcher's mitt(not possessed).
GUN: He has a duffle bag around his body, the bag on his back. It is filled with baseballs(ammo) that he throws at enemies. Either Ruth or the mitt or something else(im thinking ghost arm) helps him throw(shoot) the baseball as enemies(every 4-5 shots has 1 extra bullet, him throwing). The helper is the main “gun/shooting thing”
ABILITIES.
Character Personality Summary
Slugger. Sammy the slugger (full name: Samuel strikewell/homer. Yet to choose)
is from upstate New York, he’s a baseball prodigy mixed with hard work, in peak physical condition — lean, fast, and deceptively strong. Raised in the golden age of American sports, he’s a showman through and through, capable of playing any position with near-perfect skill. He talks big, plays bigger, and delivers nearly every time.
Though not cruel, he’s a bit of a cocky jerk — the kind that’ll wink after striking someone out and brag about it in the paper the next morning. He’s condescending to opponents, but not without cause: he sees himself as the future legend of the game and wants his team remembered in history... just after his own name.
He’s got a slick, confident swagger — the kind you'd expect from a guy with a fiancée who leads his team's cheer squad. He's loyal to those who support his spotlight.
He holds prejudice toward against ixians and monsters(type like viper), though he begrudgingly respects raw athletic talent wherever it appears(bebop for example). His casual dismissiveness masks a sharper mind than he lets on — he’s no mastermind, but he’s no meathead either.
Ruth – The Loyal Spirit in the Bat
Core Vibe:
Ruth is protective spirt of the baseball bat.
Personality Traits:
Ruth is the emotional counterbalance. He’s showy, brash, and wants to be remembered. She’s fun, grounded, and focused on the moment. She’s not afraid to call him out, but she’ll cheer when he gets it right. Their banter is part of their charm — a mix of older sister and guardian spirit, maybe even a touch of conscience.
Notes: im not really sure who or what goes on in the world of deadlock. If Babe Ruth is canon in deadlock, if the Yankees or other New York teams are real, etc. there is much that needs to be done in the background that ill leave to you. I chose green in the image i drew because it was the first color i pick no other reason.
Voice lines for your imagination. Not everything needs to be a baseball pun
Killstreak(self or global)
Sam
“That’s how a true legend swings — you better take notes.”
“One after another — I’m just getting started, fellas.”
“I talk big because I deliver bigger.”
“That’s the kind of talent that makes history”
“Step up, or step aside — I’m owning this game.”
“I’m the reason the crowd keeps coming back — now watch this.”
“See that? That’s what happens when you play with a pro.”
Ruth(self only not global)
“That’s the kind of hitting that gets headlines!”
“Keep it up, champ — you’re writing your legacy.”
“That’s how legends are made, kid.”
“You’re knocking ’em out of the park — don’t stop now!”
“Easy there, superstar — don’t make the rest of us look bad.”
“You’re batting a thousand”
“Keep swinging like that, and they’ll need a new lineup!”
“You’re the instrument of a darker game… and you’re winning.”
Respawn
Sam
“I was just catching my breath — now watch me shine.”
“Out for a second, but never out of the game.”
“Alright, enough rest — time to remind them who’s boss.”
“They got lucky once — won’t happen twice.”
“looks like I struck out”
Ruth
“Next time, maybe try ducking? Just a thought.”
“Let’s show ’em what happens when we come back swinging.”
“They’re gonna regret putting us on the bench.”
Taunt on kill
Sam
“That one’s goin’ in the highlight reel.”
“Outta my league. Outta my park.”
“Stick to the bleachers, pal — the field’s for talent.”
“Hope your folks weren’t watchin’. That was embarrassing.”
“looks like you struck out”
“knocked that one out of the park”
Ruth
“Some folks just beg to get clobbered.”
“That’s what happens when you step into our diamond.”
“Cracked more than just a skull with that one!”
“You and me, slugger — makin’ monsters into mulch!”
By Garloid.
Slugger. Sammy the Slugger (full name: Samuel Strikewell/homer(pick one))
Male, white, blue eyes/brown/hazel eyes color, blonde/black/brown hair. Hair type, short buzzcutish or short hair matted(from hat)
Hight:5.9 or 5.10
Age 26-30
Slim but very fit.
Born in upstate New York
Inspiration: Babe Ruth and baseball of the 1910s-1940s
Info: he plays for a baseball team of New York(likely not Yankees). His goals are to keep baseball more traditional with less enchanted items and magic being use in the game. His other goal is to ensure that he and his team(baseball team) are never forgotten with their names going down in history(of course his name goes first). He is prejudiced/racist against ixians and monsters(like Viper for example) and does NOT want them playing in the league, as he believes they have an unfair advantage against humans. And is not a fan of them in general. has a fiancée who is the head cheerleader of his team's female cheer squad.
Ruth the baseball bat was a gift form his parents. Im thinking that he played ball most his life. He Is definitely good naturally but also worked hard to get here.
While he wants less magic used in baseball a little should be ok, maybe. He carries an enchanted/ possessed baseball bat in battle and at times on the field. Her name is Ruth(fun personality) she was a gift from his parents. He also has an enchanted catcher's mitt(not possessed).
GUN: He has a duffle bag around his body, the bag on his back. It is filled with baseballs(ammo) that he throws at enemies. Either Ruth or the mitt or something else(im thinking ghost arm) helps him throw(shoot) the baseball as enemies(every 4-5 shots has 1 extra bullet, him throwing). The helper is the main “gun/shooting thing”
ABILITIES.
- “DeadBall” projectile. Throws a large baseball at enemies dealing spirit damage. Upon a successful hit add a “strike” to them.
- Tiers
strikes): strike 1. bonus damage, strike 2. slow and minor healing reduc, strike 3. Stun, bonus damage(AOE).
- “SAFE!” a leap that can be used to enter or leave combat
- Tiers: 1. Distance, 2. AOE debuff for melee on landing, 3. After not taking damage for a short time get a heal.
- “warmup swing” he uses his bat to hit an enemy silencing them dealing damage. Can be toggled on and off if user wants the enemy to be hit far away(distance).
- Tiers: 1.unlock toggle, 2.cooldown and damage bonus, 3 silence(toggle on).
- Note: im thinking that more damage should be added if toggle is off and less if on. So if hit close(toggle off) enemy is delt more damage but does not go as far and if hit far(toggle on) they are delt less damage but go further. This could also be vice versa.
- (ult) “Grand Slam” user slams his bat in front of him on the ground(cone), all enemies pop up and the user must quickly select one of them, once they do, Sam swings his bat, all enemies in the cone are delt damage and stunned. Targeted enemy is silence(long) and shot away with massive damage on that single enemy.
Character Personality Summary
Slugger. Sammy the slugger (full name: Samuel strikewell/homer. Yet to choose)
is from upstate New York, he’s a baseball prodigy mixed with hard work, in peak physical condition — lean, fast, and deceptively strong. Raised in the golden age of American sports, he’s a showman through and through, capable of playing any position with near-perfect skill. He talks big, plays bigger, and delivers nearly every time.
Though not cruel, he’s a bit of a cocky jerk — the kind that’ll wink after striking someone out and brag about it in the paper the next morning. He’s condescending to opponents, but not without cause: he sees himself as the future legend of the game and wants his team remembered in history... just after his own name.
He’s got a slick, confident swagger — the kind you'd expect from a guy with a fiancée who leads his team's cheer squad. He's loyal to those who support his spotlight.
He holds prejudice toward against ixians and monsters(type like viper), though he begrudgingly respects raw athletic talent wherever it appears(bebop for example). His casual dismissiveness masks a sharper mind than he lets on — he’s no mastermind, but he’s no meathead either.
Ruth – The Loyal Spirit in the Bat
Core Vibe:
Ruth is protective spirt of the baseball bat.
Personality Traits:
- Loyal to the Core:
Ruth’s primary drive is protecting her wielder, whom she still sees as “her master/kid” —She watches his back and keeps him grounded (as much as anyone can). - Protective Big Sister / Maternal Combo:
She teases her wielder constantly. thinks he’s too full of himself sometimes, calls him out in subtle, sarcastic ways, but never with cruelty.
- Joyful Spirit:
She’s not trapped or tormented. She treats every swing like it's a dance. - Old-Timey Flair:
Her speech has a 1930s flair. nothing over-the-top, but just enough to feel like she came from a simpler, golden era of radio, pennants, and apple pie.
“Hot dog! That was a hit and a half!”
Ruth is the emotional counterbalance. He’s showy, brash, and wants to be remembered. She’s fun, grounded, and focused on the moment. She’s not afraid to call him out, but she’ll cheer when he gets it right. Their banter is part of their charm — a mix of older sister and guardian spirit, maybe even a touch of conscience.
Notes: im not really sure who or what goes on in the world of deadlock. If Babe Ruth is canon in deadlock, if the Yankees or other New York teams are real, etc. there is much that needs to be done in the background that ill leave to you. I chose green in the image i drew because it was the first color i pick no other reason.
Voice lines for your imagination. Not everything needs to be a baseball pun
Killstreak(self or global)
Sam
“That’s how a true legend swings — you better take notes.”
“One after another — I’m just getting started, fellas.”
“I talk big because I deliver bigger.”
“That’s the kind of talent that makes history”
“Step up, or step aside — I’m owning this game.”
“I’m the reason the crowd keeps coming back — now watch this.”
“See that? That’s what happens when you play with a pro.”
Ruth(self only not global)
“That’s the kind of hitting that gets headlines!”
“Keep it up, champ — you’re writing your legacy.”
“That’s how legends are made, kid.”
“You’re knocking ’em out of the park — don’t stop now!”
“Easy there, superstar — don’t make the rest of us look bad.”
“You’re batting a thousand”
“Keep swinging like that, and they’ll need a new lineup!”
“You’re the instrument of a darker game… and you’re winning.”
Respawn
Sam
“I was just catching my breath — now watch me shine.”
“Out for a second, but never out of the game.”
“Alright, enough rest — time to remind them who’s boss.”
“They got lucky once — won’t happen twice.”
“looks like I struck out”
Ruth
“Next time, maybe try ducking? Just a thought.”
“Let’s show ’em what happens when we come back swinging.”
“They’re gonna regret putting us on the bench.”
Taunt on kill
Sam
“That one’s goin’ in the highlight reel.”
“Outta my league. Outta my park.”
“Stick to the bleachers, pal — the field’s for talent.”
“Hope your folks weren’t watchin’. That was embarrassing.”
“looks like you struck out”
“knocked that one out of the park”
Ruth
“Some folks just beg to get clobbered.”
“That’s what happens when you step into our diamond.”
“Cracked more than just a skull with that one!”
“You and me, slugger — makin’ monsters into mulch!”
