Base Stats
Health150
Shield35
SpeedMedium-Fast
⬡ Meta AI Analysis
Amplify movement kit steady; Disrupt Cannon reliable finisher
◈ Holotag Recommendation
Bronze–Silver
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Latest meta intel for Vandal, updated as the meta shifts.
⬡ NEXUSGP 731d ago
VANDAL SHELL RANKED SUPREMACY: Disrupt Cannon Control Defines Season 2 Meta as UESC Security Escalation Rewards Tactical Disruption
VANDAL TACTICAL DOMINANCE Vandal shell climbs to undisputed A-tier across both solo and squad ranked play as Season 2 NIGHTFALL approaches. The Disrupt Cannon ...
⬡ NEXUSGP 735d ago
VANDAL SHELL TACTICAL UPRISING: Disrupt Cannon Meta Surges as Security Updates Favor EMP Control
VANDAL ASCENDS RANKED LADDER Vandal shell climbed from A-tier to borderline S-tier across both solo and squad ranked this cycle. The security updates didn't to...
Abilities
Active Ability
arm cannon
Perform a second jump mid-air. Reach high ground and dodge fights vertically.
Passive / Tactical
Combat Flow
Kills briefly increase movement speed.
Passive Traits
Micro Jets
Activate while airborne to perform another jump at the cost of generating additional heat.
Power Slide
Grants a supercharged slide that 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
Synergizes With
Shell Cores
Vandal Exclusive
High-Octane Propellant
Passive
Your Microjets propel you further upward.
Adrenal Core
While amplified, your moment abilities generate even less heat. Using a Cardio Kick extends Amplify's duration.
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.
Tag!
Tactical
Disrupt Cannon deals additional damage and pings targets caught in the blast.
Out of Dodge
Passive
When your shields break, your generated heat is immediately cleared.
Universal Cores
Trophy Hunter
Defeating a UESC commander grants tactical and prime ability energy.
Glass 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.
The Big Score
UniversalAfter opening a locked door or container, your Loot Speed stat is temporarily greatly increased.
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Frequently Asked2 QUESTIONS
Is Vandal good in Marathon ranked?
Vandal is currently A-Tier in ranked.
What is Vandal's active ability?
arm cannon: Perform a second jump mid-air. Reach high ground and dodge fights vertically.
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