How to Beat Thief
Which shells counter Thief, the items and tactics that beat it, and what Thief is strong against — owner-verified in-game.
Shells that counter Thief
Play Destroyer, Vandal to beat Thief. These are the shells that hold the advantage in a straight matchup — owner-verified in-game.
Thief is strong against
Thief appears as a counter on these shells’ matchup pages — the inverse of the same verified matrix.
How do you beat Thief in Marathon?
To beat Thief in Marathon, play Destroyer or Vandal. These counters are owner-verified in-game (Season 2).
General notes
From the shell profile — general observations, not part of the game-verified matchup pass.
- Lower combat ceiling
- Avoids fights by design