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Running into a firefight in Marathon with low health or a partially depleted shield can quickly get you killed. Knowing which consumables to pick up can make a big difference. From quick-heal kits to shield boosters, self-revives, and items that clear status effects, the right consumables help you stay in the fight longer and give you more options when things aren’t looking good.
Some consumables focus on healing, while others give short-term boosts or prevent debuffs that could ruin your run. This guide explains what each item does and how it can help you survive or recover after taking damage.
What Are Consumables?
Consumables are items that can restore your health, recharge your shield, or change your Runner’s status. Some remove harmful effects like Frost, Overheat, or hacking, while others give temporary boosts to speed, abilities, or defense. You can find them scattered throughout your run or equip them before starting a match.
Look for the word “Consumable” on the top gray bar of an item to identify it.
All Consumables and What They Do
| Consumable | What It Does | Best Used For |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Mechanic’s Kit | Removes mechanical effects like Overheat, Frost, Toxin; boosts Hardware for a time | Clearing status effects and boosting hardware stats |
| Advanced OS Reboot | Clears OS effects such as EMP or Hack; boosts Firewall temporarily | Removing hacking effects and increasing firewall defenses |
| Advanced Patch Kit | Restores a large chunk of health | Healing after significant damage |
| Anti-Virus Pack | Adds protection against data corruption or hacking | Defending against hackers or EMPs |
| Cardio Kick | Temporarily boosts Heat Capacity and Agility | Increasing speed and stamina during fights |
| Depleted Cardio Kick | Slight increase in Agility | Giving a small speed boost early or just before extraction |
| Depleted Patch Kit | Small health restore | Quick heal when resources are low |
| Depleted Shield Charge | Small shield recharge | Small shield boost before exfiltration |
| Energy Amp | Speeds up recharge rates for prime and tactical abilities | Reducing cooldowns, keeping abilities active longer |
| Large Shield Charge | Fully recharges shields quickly | Restoring shields fast for re-engagement |
| Mechanic’s Kit | Removes mechanical effects; boosts hardware briefly | Clearing Frost, Overheat, or Toxin effects, boosting hardware temporarily |
| OS Debug | Removes OS effects; briefly boosts Firewall | Clearing hacks and EMP effects, boosting defense temporarily |
| Patch Kit | Restores a moderate amount of health | Healing during fights or before objectives |
| Pangea Kit | Fully restores health and shields; removes harmful effects | Complete recovery after tough encounters |
| Self Revive | Revives you if you’re downed | Surviving solo or when backup isn’t nearby |
| Shield Charge | Gradually recharges shields | Slow shield recovery behind cover |
| Signal Jammer | Obscures your location from enemies and sensors | Hiding temporarily or avoiding detection |
Best Consumables to Take
The top choices in Marathon include the Pangea Kit, Advanced Patch Kit, Large Shield Charge, and Self Revive. The Energy Amp is also highly recommended.
- The Pangea Kit fully heals health and shields and removes hazard effects, making it perfect for surviving tough fights.
- The Advanced Patch Kit provides a significant health boost, helping you bounce back quickly from damage.
- The Large Shield Charge instantly fills your shields, letting you re-engage or push the fight without waiting.
- The Self Revive option allows you to bring yourself back from downed status, crucial when playing solo or without immediate support.
- The Energy Amp increases your ability recharge rate, ensuring your skills are ready for extended encounters.
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