Units

Marine

Marines are the first line of defense for Terran planets in the Koprulu sector. Under the old Confederacy, the majority of Marines were criminals or rebels who had undergone mandatory neural resocialization to ensure their absolute loyalty. This practice has been reportedly scaled back, but it remains common due to insufficient volunteers to serve in the military. The heavy armor worn by Marines is effective against small-arms fire and provides them with full life support and NBC (Nuclear/Biological/Chemical) shielding for operation in deep space and other hostile environments. Marines are armed with C-14 Impaler Gauss Rifles that fire 8mm metal spikes at hypersonic speeds.
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Unit Statistics

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Basic information

Race: Terran
Life: 45
Armor: 0 (3)
Movement: Normal
Cargo Size: 1
Attributes: Light - Biological

Production

Producer: Barracks
Hotkey: A
Cost: 50 -
Supply: 1
Build time: 25

Combat

Upgrades:
Weapon:
Ability:

3D Model

Basic information

Race: Terran
Life: 45
Armor: 0 (3)
Movement: Normal
Cargo Size: 1
Attributes: Light - Biological

Production

Producer: Barracks
Hotkey: A
Cost: 50 -
Supply: 1
Build time: 25

Combat

Upgrades:
Weapon:
Ability:

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  • Light infantry that can attack both air and ground targets.
  • Well-rounded unit suited for a wide range of combat situations.
  • Cheap to produce but fragile. Strong in numbers and when backed up with different units like Marauders, Hellions, Siege Tanks, Medivacs, etc.
  • Position them on high ground and choke points whenever possible.
  • Can go inside bunkers for protection and a range increase.
  • Vulnerable to splash damage from Colossi, Psi Storm, Siege Tanks, etc.

Tech Lab Upgrades

  • Combat Shield: Marines gain +10 hit points.
  • Stimpacks: Combat stimulants that increase movement and attack speed at the expense of health.

Countermeasures

VS Terran
  • Place bunkers in key places to stop enemy Marines.
  • Hellions are good against Marines.
  • Build a few Tanks and use Siege Mode.
VS Zerg
  • Get Roaches; they are quite hardy and decimate Marines.
  • Research Metabolic Boost and surround them in the open with a large group of Zerglings.
  • Use other units to draw their fire and send Banelings in from different directions.
  • Ultralisks are an excellent counter, as are Brood Lords using terrain to their advantage.
VS Protoss
  • Attack with a large group of Zealots. Try to surround the Marines. Charge is very useful.
  • Build a few Sentries. Use Guardian Shield to protect your warriors, and Force Field to separate enemy troops or block their escape route.
  • The Colossus can be devastating against Marines, as can the High Templar’s Psionic Storm ability.
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noobinator #317
noobinator
12/19/2012
one of the best units in the game, rather have 100 marines insted of 10 thors, these dudes are the classics
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ShadowKnight #111
ShadowKnight
7/7/2012
Funny thing is that marines look like they have a lot of armor but only have 45hp. Ghosts however look like they have less armor but have 100hp.
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LVrJMs #851
LVrJMs
2/24/2012
now thats what i call basic attacker
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juanmapalad #169
juanmapalad
1/8/2012
anyone who would like to make friend with me in their account pls add: twin_fist@yahoo.com

many thanks :D
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InvisibleMan #161
InvisibleMan
9/28/2011
marine ftw
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WARRIOR #122
WARRIOR
5/4/2011
The game's most perfect unit
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Devor #682
Devor
5/1/2011
@ThorisHere: "This better be good."
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Rhys #963
Rhys
1/20/2011
How on earth to they fit their arms into that suit? Their shoulder span must be at least 3 feet.
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Rainz #543
Rainz
2/8/2011
@Rhys: didn't you saw the opening? typhus suit?
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ThorIsHere #110
ThorIsHere
1/2/2011
what do marines say when they like are trained?
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Ghostspartan #144
Ghostspartan
1/26/2011
@ThorIsHere: "you want a piece of me boy ?"
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terratron #900
terratron
12/29/2010
tusks portrait reminds me of the taldarim
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lol they marine picture they draw looks like my uncle
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Capablanca #482
Capablanca
10/31/2010
@BUN: you have an ugly uncle. lol
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FatCheese #703
FatCheese
11/1/2010
@BurnzNigel: LOL
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hidehuman #722
hidehuman
12/14/2010
@BUN: =O=
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Ragung #502
Ragung
12/26/2010
@BUN: yeah i know because your uncle is a criminal and rebel,that's why SC2 dev take your uncle face for marine lol...it's joke man don't be angry.
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CaptanSivey #467
CaptanSivey
10/9/2010
In my opinion for how easy they are to get then mass marines are the best unit in the game because as soon as someone can get a unit thats fantastic against them they would already have stims which pretty much is instant death for most units.
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XcrinCro #102
XcrinCro
9/19/2010
Mass marines!
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RyanLongbow #971
RyanLongbow
9/5/2010
"...C-14 Impaler Gauss Rifles that fire 8mm metal spikes at hypersonic speeds" but in the campaign, during the cut scene after the mission "Shatter The Sky", you will notice an emptied cartridge lying on the ground next to a marine's hand. At the end of the cartridge is the stamped line ".50 CAL AUTO"...I also recall a Gauss Rifle employs electromagnetic not gun powder to launch the projectile....funny
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Dominus #517
Dominus
9/17/2010
@RyanLongbow: Glad to see somebody notice that =) Does anybody also feels 8mm bullet is too small to penetrate hardened hydralisk/ultralisk carapace? However, .50 cal is huge bullet. I wonder how many rounds a Gauss Rifles clip can hold.
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Dragoongor #637
Dragoongor
8/29/2010
I love there new joke "I came here to kick ass and chew bubblegum.....and I'm all out of..ah forget it" its funny.
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Nemesis #519
Nemesis
9/4/2010
@Dragoongor: It's not just funny its hilarious. Quote: Tychus Findly "Time to kick ass and chew bubble gum."
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Helljumper #685
Helljumper
8/14/2010
give me a battalion of fully upgraded marines over marauder's anyday
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Tiger #455
Tiger
8/12/2010
They peachy.
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Ciaos #556
Ciaos
7/31/2010
Marines are one of the best, no doubts.
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I love marines!