Summary
Though concrete details about Bungie’s upcoming reboot ofMarathonare few and far between, that’s not stoppingDestiny 2fans from making some cool cosplay based on characters revealed so far. One player has constructed a surprisingly accurateMarathoncostume from parts to outfit aDestiny 2Hunter Guardian.
Though set for release sometime in 2025, little is known about Bungie’s newMarathongame besides its placement in the extraction shooter genre. Despite a recent update from Director Joe Ziegler and news that closedMarathonplay testing has already begun, the most concrete thing about the game right now is its striking, stark sci-fi aesthetic. First introduced more than a year ago with the game’s teaser trailer,Marathon’s visual style leans into a fusion of high-concept far-future science fiction and a mysterious organic-seeming technology. Bright neon colors and plastics contrast with images of artificial clone bodies being grown and fabricated by cybernetic silkworms, all set against synth music run through with distortions.
Unsurprisingly, fans of Bungie have latched onto that aesthetic and used it as a springboard for interesting creations, likeMarathoncosplay in Bungie’s current game,Destiny 2. For a community-run fashion contest celebrating the2024Destiny 2Festival of the Lost, DestinyFashion Reddit user skM00n2 created aMarathon-themed costume they called a “Runner” (which are whatMarathon’s players are called), based on parts used for aDestiny 2Hunter, wowing community members with its accuracy.
Destiny 2 Marathon Costume Evokes a Runner From The Teaser Trailer
Destiny 2 Marathon Runner Costume Parts (Hunter)
SkM00n2’sMarathoncostume used the Runner from the2023 Marathon teaser traileras the primary inspiration, and gets surprisingly close. The centerpiece of the outfit is the new Runner Mask helmet, which does seem to be a deliberate reference by Bungie toMarathon, thanks to its bright pink dome, distorted visor, and a telltale “X06” marking on the side, which replicate the trailer Runner’s outfit closely. However, the rest of the outfit comes from a series of standard Hunter parts. The Runner’s pouch-laden combat vest is copied closely by theBeyond Light-era Crystocrene Vest. The Iron Companion Boots and Guardian Games Contender Grips couple with the backpack-equipped Deimosborn Cloak to complete the low-profile ensemble.
FellowDestiny 2players were impressed by skM00n’s creation, hailing their ability to make aMarathonoutfit to go with the mask. Commenters also pointed out how skM00n went “above and beyond” in their effort by including themed objects beyond the armor. In keeping with the simple shapes and “3D printed” style of theMarathontrailer weapons, they selected the Insidious Pulse Rifle from theVow of the Disciple raidcolored in white to represent the Runner’s gun, as well as picking out a jumpship, emblem, Sparrow, and ghost shell for a completeMarathon-themed look.
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Dive into the world of Destiny 2 to explore the mysteries of the solar system and experience responsive first-person shooter combat. Unlock powerful elemental abilities and collect unique gear to customize your Guardian’s look and playstyle. Enjoy Destiny 2’s cinematic story, challenging co-op missions, and a variety of PvP modes alone or with friends. Download for free today and write your legend in the stars.An Immersive StoryYou are a Guardian, defender of the Last City of humanity in a solar system under siege by infamous villains. Look to the stars and stand against the darkness. Your legend begins now.Guardian ClassesChoose from the armored Titan, mystic Warlock, or swift Hunter.
