ViciousAgenda
Member
You won't though, I'm happy to jump on with anyone. Grab a mic! How the fuck are we gonna talk about ccu numbers otherwise?
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Neolombax
Member
Turns out my mic was on all the while...I cant imagine what horrors my random teammates had to endure all this while. At the same time, I saw some teammates were talking because their mic icons were flashing but I didn't hear anything. Odd.
Got on outpost yesterday, fantastic map, but got my teeth kicked in. I'll just grind out some faction missions on the first 2 maps for now.
Got on outpost yesterday, fantastic map, but got my teeth kicked in. I'll just grind out some faction missions on the first 2 maps for now.
BurningNad
Member
It's not that I don't have a mic, but my living situation keeps me from being able to use it for gaming
We can definitely team up though when we're both on, if you don't mind it! I can hear my teammates of course and I really don't care what we chase after (and am ready and willing for Outpost!). I'm currently level 17 and have contracts on all maps to do.
TheDarkPhantom
Member
I've completed more missions with sponsored gear than when I go in kitted out lol, that's both solo and with a squad of randoms. Still prefer solo play overall, the tension is palpable, particularly when doing an exfil after completing a particularly hard contract, nail-biting stuff 
thebigmanjosh
Member
I did play the alpha for a bit but didn't get too much time in game to make up my mind.
I played a few rounds and already liking the loops way more than ARC raiders
hououinkyouma00
Member
I've done really well with sponsored kits unless it's those bitch ass kits with the Overrun which is all I get anymore. Where are my fucking Volt Thrower sponsored kits at goddamnit?!I've completed more missions with sponsored gear than when I go in kitted out lol, that's both solo and with a squad of randoms. Still prefer solo play overall, the tension is palpable, particularly when doing an exfil after completing a particularly hard contract, nail-biting stuff
Arsic
Loves his juicy stink trail scent
Gonna try some recon free kits tomorrow.
I'll be honest if triage bot didn't heal I'd play other shells for solos, but it's too damn necessary for me now to have the free heals. Plus the gum buff from the ability lets me win 1v1s 99% of the time.
That said destroyer ult is soooo fucking fun to melt a group with.
I'll be honest if triage bot didn't heal I'd play other shells for solos, but it's too damn necessary for me now to have the free heals. Plus the gum buff from the ability lets me win 1v1s 99% of the time.
That said destroyer ult is soooo fucking fun to melt a group with.
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TheDarkPhantom
Member
Volt thrower bro, you know what's up
Today's sponsored kit is an LMG, not my thing.I'd say I play Assassin 80% of the time and Triage 20%. The utility of both smoke and invisibility cannot be overstated. It's a means of escape, it's a means of surprise, it's a lifesaver, it's an ambush mechanic. It obviously shines most in solo play but it definitely has utility in squads, get into a firefight, cloak and flank the opposition, good times.
I still favour Triage for squad play though, giving everyone a bot, fast revives (which can also one-shot weaker enemies, stun stronger ones to let you unload), it's a great class. Barely touched the other shells though I do like that the Thief's grapple can literally attach to air, you don't need an actual surface, gives it more versatility.
coachmcguirk91
Member
Some of the contracts are very unique. Just had one that had me launch a drone in the air carrying a yellow dropbox that I need to shoot down half way across the map. The variety of missions has to be the best in the genre
Arsic
Loves his juicy stink trail scent
LMG once you get the shield attachment is insane. Allows you to have a yellow shield in front of your face.Volt thrower bro, you know what's up
I'd say I play Assassin 80% of the time and Triage 20%. The utility of both smoke and invisibility cannot be overstated. It's a means of escape, it's a means of surprise, it's a lifesaver, it's an ambush mechanic. It obviously shines most in solo play but it definitely has utility in squads, get into a firefight, cloak and flank the opposition, good times.
I still favour Triage for squad play though, giving everyone a bot, fast revives (which can also one-shot weaker enemies, stun stronger ones to let you unload), it's a great class. Barely touched the other shells though I do like that the Thief's grapple can literally attach to air, you don't need an actual surface, gives it more versatility.
Unsure if it's just reduced damage when it's up, or if it negates all damage until you crack it, but it's fucking insane.
That said im still a bully main.
DeepSpace5D
Member
The Rook solo runs are so great, the atmosphere in this game when you are alone is so intense.
I'm really trying to upgrade the nodes of different factions so my Rook can start with better gear. I love this mode for resource gathering at no risk.
I'm really trying to upgrade the nodes of different factions so my Rook can start with better gear. I love this mode for resource gathering at no risk.
TheDarkPhantom
Member
Just trying the Rook now for the first time after 20+ hours lol. Yeah, this is cool, had no idea it's starts with a shield+ and backpack. Another plus, you *instantly* connect to a game, I'm usually waiting 1-2 minutes when starting a run. I just exfiled with 3 minutes left on a guarded exfil (his hologram ability makes these trivial), don't think there were any players left, was fascinating passing through places where battles took place, so much loot for me to vacuum up
DeepSpace5D
Member
Starts with those, and you can upgrade it to start with implants, cores, more powerful weapons, or even an automatic signal mask effect when activating an exfil. I imagine he goes from being weak to quite formidable if you spend the time to upgrade him.Just trying the Rook now for the first time after 20+ hours lol. Yeah, this is cool, had no idea it's starts with a shield+ and backpack. Another plus, you *instantly* connect to a game, I'm usually waiting 1-2 minutes when starting a run. I just exfiled with 3 minutes left on a guarded exfil (his hologram ability makes these trivial), don't think there were any players left, was fascinating passing through places where battles took place, so much loot for me to vacuum up
TheDarkPhantom
Member
Just discovered this, Hauler lol
Was actually thinking Bungie should add more interactive stuff like this that serves no real purpose other than to make the player smile when they discover it. I guess honking could be used to signal to other players/teams you are in that location and set up an ambush.
Was actually thinking Bungie should add more interactive stuff like this that serves no real purpose other than to make the player smile when they discover it. I guess honking could be used to signal to other players/teams you are in that location and set up an ambush.
Luipadre
Member
Dont worry, those people can enjoy call of duty 92 and other generis ass shooters with boring art design and yellow paint mechanics
dreamstation
Member
The spectator mode is terrible. Should be a 1:1 view of their screen.
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TheDarkPhantom
Member
I call this one "The Rook Got Cooked"
Poor guy
Poor guy
clarky
Gold Member
Its done on purpose i think so your team mates can't give you too much information that you might miss when they are dead.
PontificationEngine
Member
I was able to kill a bunch of bots but always insta killed by a player if I see one. I was lucky and killed one guy while I was disguised with a knife. I think you've gotta look up fast and be as stealthy as possible.
Hixxy
Member
Absolutely. It has so much potential. I know Marathon isn't for everyone, ( extraction shooter, loosing all your gear, art style, a hate for Gaas or Bungie ) but the hive mind around hating it is very strange to me. Each to their own.
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8BiTw0LF
Consoomer
The Destiny community are beginning to take notes. They were extremely against the whole idea of Marathon, but Cryo Archive ARG and the fact that the lead designer for Vault of Glass also did Cryo Archive are pulling them over. It will be Destiny (1) situation all over again!
splattered
Member
Still struggling to play with randos, half the time they don't have mics and are still green. Can't even help them because they're playing without a headset.
Then I'll finally find decent randos that talk and cooperate and its so much better.
I wish more of my friends were playing this but they didnt like the server slam and dont believe the full game is better :/
Then I'll finally find decent randos that talk and cooperate and its so much better.
I wish more of my friends were playing this but they didnt like the server slam and dont believe the full game is better :/
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BurningNad
Member
Good maybe we can catch up to you now lol
R6Rider
Gold Member
It reminds me of Ready or Not, just far less jank.
ViciousAgenda
Member
Had some good runs last night. Still haven't tried out the rook or any other shell for that matter 
Gonna spend some time tonight learning the layout of Dire Marsh. If anyone is on feel free to join it invite me. Have mic, will talk about ccu numbers and woke birds.
Gonna spend some time tonight learning the layout of Dire Marsh. If anyone is on feel free to join it invite me. Have mic, will talk about ccu numbers and woke birds.
i already miss this.
CowboyLou
Member
I'll invite you if I see you. Time zone difference will make it tricky on weekdaysHad some good runs last night. Still haven't tried out the rook or any other shell for that matter
Gonna spend some time tonight learning the layout of Dire Marsh. If anyone is on feel free to join it invite me. Have mic, will talk about ccu numbers and woke birds.
clarky
maybe I'll catch up by the next time we play together....maybe.
Men_in_Boxes
Snake Oil Salesman
This guy keeps making great content for newer players...
Hixxy
Member
Add me if you want to team up. Hixxy#6909.
ViciousAgenda
Member
Time zone isn't am issue for me. I'm a nighthawk and am usually on around 10.30/11 my time.I'll invite you if I see you. Time zone difference will make it tricky on weekdays
Clarky has been consumed by the silkworm hive mind.
dorkimoe
Member
ok need to watch this cuz i know nothing about what im doing
CowboyLou
Member
With my schedule I'm usually not on until around 7 or later my time....midnight for you I think. We'll see!Time zone isn't am issue for me. I'm a nighthawk and am usually on around 10.30/11 my time.
Clarky has been consumed by the silkworm hive mind.
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Men_in_Boxes
Snake Oil Salesman
mayham2199
Member
Got so much done this weekend. Teamed up with a poster here not even sure who but we both had the same contacts and just kept knocking them out and avoiding fights. We also found another random guy looking for a squad to stick with and it was easy. Game is very addicting.
ViciousAgenda
Member
Thats good for me tbh. More practice/work time
Boo Who?
Gold Member
The Overrun AR is the only gun so far that I truly dislike in the game. Its pure trash. It makes the free kit Rattler from Arc look God Tier.