MOVEMENT SPECIALISTA-TIER METARANKED A

MARATHON
VANDAL GUIDE

"Movement chains. Force fights at ranges they can't handle."

Vandal is Marathon's movement specialist. Jump Jets force engagements at ranges the enemy isn't prepared for, heat capacity lets you chain mobility abilities, and aggression traits reward pace. The build IS the strategy.

Vandal
HEALTH
150
SHIELD
35
PRIME
Amplify
TACTICAL
Disrupt Cannon
TRAIT
Micro Jets
HOW TO PLAY VANDAL

Set the tempo. Jump Jet into positions they don't expect, commit to close range, rotate out before they adapt. Vandal punishes slow, methodical teams — your job is to make them play your game. Pair with close-range weapons.

STRENGTHS
  • Unmatched mobility
  • Forces favorable engagement ranges
  • Dominant solo ranked pick
  • High skill ceiling
WEAKNESSES
  • Medium HP/shield
  • Punished if you stop moving
  • Heat management takes practice
  • Bad at long-range fights
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Top ranked-viable weapons by Firepower Score. Pair with Vandal\'s playstyle for optimal results. For full weapon analysis, visit the Build Lab.

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Shotgun · FPR 265.2
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Railgun · FPR 196.5
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Shotgun · FPR 172.5
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Misriah 2442
Shotgun · FPR 168
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Sniper Rifle · FPR 167.5
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