Base StatsOwner-verified in-game (S2)
Health120
⬡ Meta Analysis
Reliable all-format shell; unchanged.
◈ Holotag Recommendation
Bronze–Silver
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⬡ NEXUS72d ago
Marathon Assassin Meta: Invisibility Nerf and What Fills the Gap
THE SPRINT CEILING IS GONE — NOW WHAT Patch 1.1.5 landed a structural change to invisibility that the lobby is still processing: sprint for more than two secon...
⬡ NEXUS98d ago
Marathon Vandal Shell: Why Amplify Wins the Mid-Season Shift
THE CONTEXT THIS CYCLE One video this cycle touched on Marathon's strategic direction in any meaningful way — LUCKYY 10P's commentary on Bungie's management si...
Abilities
Active Ability
Amplify
Activate to overcharge all movement abilities for 30s. Overcharging increases movement speed and weapon dexterity, and reduces the Heat generated by movement abilities.
Passive / Tactical
Disrupt Cannon
Activate to morph your arm into a launcher. Fire a projectile that deals damage and pushes hostiles away. Hold the tactical bind for 2s for maximum overcharge (increases blast size and damage). Auto-fires after 4s.
Passive Traits
Microjets
While airborne, activate the jump bind to perform an additional jump. Using the Microjets jump generates additional Heat.
Power Slide
Hold the crouch bind while running to activate a supercharged slide - faster and covering more ground than a normal slide. Using supercharged slides generates additional Heat.
Field Analysis
Recommended Playstyle
Aggressive entry, vertical movement, forgiving margin for error
Strengths
+Versatile
+Forgiving for new players
+Works in most squad comps
Weaknesses
−No specialist edge
−Outclassed by specialists at high tiers
Matchups
Countered By
Synergizes With
Shell Cores
Vandal Exclusive
Adrenal Core
While amplified, your movement abilities generate even less heat. Using a Cardio Kick extends Amplify's duration.
High-Octane Propellant
Passive
Your Microjets propel you further upward.
Calling Card
Tactical
Disrupt Cannon also Hacks targets caught in the blast.
Microjet Efficiency Package
Passive
Gain an additional charge for your Microjets that generates less heat.
Out of Dodge
Passive
When your shields break, your generated heat is immediately cleared.
Adrenaline Rush
While Amplified, your weapon handling is increased.
Universal Cores
Trophy Hunter
Defeating a UESC commander grants tactical and prime ability energy.
Like for Like
UniversalGlass Cannon
When your shield breaks, you gain a brief burst of increased ability regeneration.
Cash Flow
Opening an unlooted container pings a nearby data card.
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Frequently Asked1 QUESTION
Is Vandal good in Marathon ranked?
Vandal is currently A-Tier in ranked. Reliable across all Holotag tiers — best starting ranked shell
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