Greetings, traveler! This is Librarian Husky, and I’ve got news you won’t want to miss! The devs have confirmed that a big October patch is just around the corner, marking the end of Season 1. But what can we expect in Season 2? That’s what we need to talk about, as well as what we’re not getting in Season 2.

October Patch Customization and Season 2 Details

Customization is targeted for the big October patch, but there are even more details you may have missed. When September ends, it marks the end of Season 1, while October kicks off Season 2, which will run until the end of 2024. This includes a new operations map, a new enemy, harder difficulty levels, new weapons, and other improvements.

Content for Season Pass Owners

Season pass owners will receive new cosmetics based on the Dark Angels chapter, including color schemes, heraldry, weapon skins, and a champion skin. A unique full armor set for the Bull Work class is also included. Saber has confirmed that more content will arrive throughout 2025, such as new operations, PVP maps, and game modes like Horde Mode, all for free.

Cosmetic Items and Future Plans

Season pass owners will also get a variety of new cosmetic items related to iconic chapters. The developers aim to fulfill many of the desires fans have around those chapters. October looks promising, and more details about the next major patch, especially the release date of the new operation, are expected soon.

Recent Patch Notes and Bug Fixes

Some recent changes weren’t mentioned in the patch notes. For instance, the relic fencing chainsword bug fix has been confirmed. If we zoom in, we can see further details on this important update.

Relic Chainsword Bug Fix

There has been some confusion in the community about whether the bug with the Aqualine Dedication Relic chainsword has been fixed in the latest patch. The good news is that it has been addressed. If you were wondering, you can now rest easy, as the chainsword is now properly behaving as a fencing weapon.

Cheating in PvP

Many players have encountered cheaters in PvP, and the devs are aware of the issue. They are asking for the community’s help in reporting cheaters. If you come across any, you can report them using the official form, which will help improve the multiplayer experience for everyone.

Rumors and Speculation

There are a lot of rumors and speculation circulating in the community. While some of these are unfounded, it’s important to stay updated with official news to avoid unnecessary confusion. Keep an eye out for verified information regarding future updates and patches.

Reality Check on Upcoming Content

I understand the hype around certain things, but we need to have a reality check. It seems like a lot of people missed what the devs previously mentioned. Some are speculating about the Horde mode and wondering if Necrons will be included. However, the developers have made clarifications that are crucial to understand.

Clarifications from the Developers

There’s been speculation that Necrons could be introduced as new enemies, but according to the dev team, the new enemy refers to a unit, not a faction. They have already clarified that the new unit type will fall within the existing factions, such as Tyranids or Thousand Sons.

Challenges of Adding New Factions

It’s possible to add new factions, but it’s resource-intensive and would require narrative justification. Space Marine 3 could potentially open the door for new factions, but for now, keep your hype in check. If you hear rumors about Necrons coming to Horde mode or as new enemy types in Space Marine 2, that is simply not the case.

New Enemy Types Clarified

The new enemy types mentioned on the roadmap are confirmed to be within the existing factions already in the game. I understand the excitement, especially with articles claiming that Space Marine 2 devs fought to include a Necron level, but it’s important to dive deeper into what was actually said by the developers.

Necron Tomb World in Space Marine 2

The article reveals that one level in the game is set on a Necron Tomb World, a planet where an ancient alien species lies underground in stasis. The Adeptus Mechanicus has disturbed this world. The inclusion of this Necron lore was a matter of debate among the developers, as some felt that too much content was being crammed into the game, making it feel almost like a “40K fancy dress party.”

The Challenge of Adding New Factions

If the developers struggled to include just a level, which doesn’t require as much AI programming, imagine what it would take to add an entirely new faction. This would demand even more work in terms of programming for levels, maps, and other elements. So, it’s important to keep expectations in check when it comes to adding a whole new faction into the game.

Possibility for Future Expansions

While it would be cool to see, such a massive addition would likely be reserved for a much bigger expansion or perhaps Space Marine 3. These kinds of changes require significant resources, so it’s something that might come in the distant future if approved.

Relic Weapons and Their Variants

Now, let’s discuss Relic weapons. The general sentiment is that Relic weapons should be the undisputed best variants in the game. Looking at the stats for different fencing Power swords, we can see the differences: the master-crafted Power sword has a 6 in strength, 4 in speed, and 3 in cleaving, which are pretty normal stats.

Comparing Weapon Stats

For the artificial Power sword, you get an A+ in strength, a 2+ in speed (which is concerning), and a 3+ in cleaving. This discrepancy in stats highlights the issue many players are noticing with Relic weapons not performing as expected, especially when compared to other variants.

Relic Power Sword Comparison

Let’s look at another example: the Relic Power sword has 11 in strength, 7 in speed, but only 2 in cleaving. This raises the question—why is the artificial version slower than the mastercrafted version, and why does the same sword have better cleaving potential in the mastercrafted form compared to the supposedly superior Relic version?

Experience Requirements for Weapon Upgrades

To illustrate why this is a significant issue, let’s review the experience required for each upgrade. Going from standard issue to mastercrafted takes 1,500 experience, which can be achieved through three minimal operations, two average operations, or one ruthless operation. Progressing from mastercrafted to artificial requires 6,000 experience, while going from artificial to Relic demands 9,500 experience.

Effort vs. Reward

In total, moving from standard issue to Relic takes about 11.3 times more experience than upgrading from standard issue to mastercrafted. Given this effort, it’s baffling why the Relic fencing Power sword has lower cleaving potential than the mastercrafted version. These inconsistencies in weapon performance do not align with the significant amount of experience needed for these upgrades.

Inconsistencies in Weapon Performance

While these numbers can vary slightly depending on factors like having the best stats or acquiring a genan seed, the minimum values still highlight a troubling issue. Why does the higher-level Relic weapon underperform compared to its lower-tier counterparts in key areas like cleaving? This is something that needs to be addressed for better balance in the game.