A Marathon game news blog dedicated to delivering the latest information on the title. From development updates, version changes, gameplay mechanics, characters, and lore, as well as trailers, community news, and player discussions.
In Bungie’s extraction shooter Marathon (launched March 5, 2026), the economy is built around three distinct currencies used for gear, progression, and cosmetics:
Rook is a specialized "Runner Shell" designed for a unique, low-risk Scavenger Mode. It is intended for players who are "down on their luck" or looking for a low-pressure way to build up their loot stash.
The Triage Runner Shell is the dedicated combat medic class in Bungie's extraction shooter, Marathon, designed to provide healing and revival support for a three-person squad. It is characterized by its ability to "erase squad mistakes" through field stabilization and utility buffs, though it has lower base mobility compared to other Shells.
Thief is a specialized Runner Shell designed for high mobility and rapid loot acquisition. Often described as the "loot goblin" class, it excels at identifying valuable items through walls and escaping combat rather than engaging in direct confrontation.
Vandal is a highly agile Runner Shell designed for aggressive movement and battlefield disruption. It is characterized as a "combat anarchist" that excels at quickly engaging and disengaging to cause chaos for enemy squads.
Recon Runner Shell is a specialized biosynthetic body designed for intelligence gathering and hunting down enemies. Known internally at Bungie as the "fun police," this shell excels at tracking and marking targets, making it a critical asset for coordinated teams.
Assassin Shell is a stealth-oriented "Shadow Agent" designed for hit-and-run tactics and backline disruption. It utilizes advanced camouflage and smoke-based utility to navigate Tau Ceti IV unseen and survive high-stakes encounters.
Destroyer is an aggressive, frontline Runner Shell designed for high-pressure combat. It functions as a combat specialist or "brawler," combining heavy industrial armor with high mobility to initiate and anchor fights.
The SMILEYworm Profile Emblem is a cosmetic reward in Bungie's upcoming game Marathon, primarily obtainable through Twitch Drops during the "Server Slam" event held from February 26 to March 2, 2026.
The WEAVEworm Profile Background is a digital cosmetic reward in Bungie’s extraction shooter, Marathon. It is a banner that appears behind your nameplate on your player card.
