Complete Shell Selection Guide for Marathon Ranked Mode Launch

With ranked mode launching soon, choosing the right shell for your Holotag extraction targets is critical. ** Thief - Stealth** sits at S-tier for solo ranked — Light Carry passive reduces loot penalties, while the Drone active can steal Holotags from downed enemies at range. Perfect for hitting extraction targets and escaping.

offers A-tier solo potential through Holotag theft specialization. Phase Shift provides untargetable repositioning, while Shadow Step keeps you undetected. High skill floor but massive carry potential.

remains the best starting ranked shell at A-tier. Double Jump and MICRO JETS provide vertical escape options, while Combat Flow rewards aggressive plays. Works across all Holotag tiers.

and ** Triage - Support** form the S-tier squad core. Destroyer - Combat's Force Slam forces Holotag drops from enemies, while Triage's Med Surge and SHAREWARE.EXE keep teams alive for consistent extractions.

provides A-tier squad value by tracking rival Holotag carriers with Tracker Drone. Knowing enemy positions is invaluable when defending extraction points.

Dying loses both gear AND rank points, making survival-focused shells like Thief more valuable than pure combat shells. Rook - Flex works for learning ranked fundamentals, but specialists dominate higher tiers.

Triage is D-tier solo — completely dependent on squad support. Assassin - Stealth requires high mechanical skill — practice in casual before ranked. Always match your shell to your extraction strategy: Thief for hit-and-run, Destroyer for team fights.