If there’s one thing that really gets under my armor, it’s the people trying to speedrun Operations in Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2. You’re more than welcome to do so but at least make your intentions clear beforehand. But one way to do it other than text or voice chat is through your colors.
I know a lot of other fellow Space Marines are coloring their armor to look like their favorite factions. And there’s a perfect one for speedrunners. I’m talking about the White Scars, one of the fastest Space Marine legions. Their lightning-fast tactics and mobility are unmatched in the Warhammer universe.
Space Marine 2 Players Need To Get Their Lore Right
Now, here’s the deal with the White Scars and speed. These warriors are without doubt the fastest in the Space Marine Chapters. They are honed to strike before the enemy even sees the attack. The White Scars don’t just embody speed, they practically define it.
Let’s start with what I see every time I log into Space Marine 2. A lot of players are custom-painting their armor to align with fan-favorite Chapters, like the Blood Angels or the Space Wolves. But few seem to remember the White Scars.
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Now, I understand the game doesn’t offer faction-based bonuses or specific gameplay changes based on Chapter. So, why go with White Scars colors for a speedrun? It’s all about representing that unique culture of speed and relentless motion.
In a game where movement, timing, and strategy are everything, representing the White Scars is the next best thing to being part of that Chapter. Plus, it’s a subtle way to signal to your teammates that you’re not here to waste time. And let’s be real, the game has done amazing in not just gameplay but also lore. So let’s do our part.
The fastest speedruns can only be achieved by the fastest legion
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So, when you coat your armor in their signature white and red, you’re not just making a cosmetic choice. You’re visually declaring that you’re here to finish the mission quickly and efficiently. This kind of customization is a level of lore knowledge and immersion that any Space Marine 2 fan should desire.
It’s The Perfect Thing To Do In a Game Like This
Sadly, most players aren’t making this visual or strategic connection. Maybe it’s because Space Marine 2 doesn’t offer faction choices, or maybe they’re just not as immersed in the lore. But for those of us who are, it feels like a missed opportunity.
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A White Scars-inspired color scheme would serve as an unspoken code to others in the game. It would tell fellow players that you’re here to get in, get out, and be done as fast as possible.
This is especially true for those pushing through Space Marine 2’s hardest content, where coordination and clarity about each player’s approach can mean the difference between life and death.
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It’s easy to shrug this off as just a cosmetic choice, but for a game like Space Marine 2, where aesthetic ties so closely to identity and playstyle, it means something.
Imagine if, during your run, every Marine in your squad wore colors that represented their intentions—White Scars for speed, Blood Angels for melee aggression, or Dark Angels for precision and patience.
This kind of subtle coordination could bring another layer of immersion and purpose to the game, especially in a title as deeply rooted in Warhammer lore as Space Marine 2.
What have you painted your armor as in Space Marine 2? Let us know in the comments!
