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Space Marine SPICY RULES Rumours...T5 Marines?! I don't trust this!

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The video addresses highly “spicy” rumors about upcoming Space Marine rules and model/army mechanics, prompted by a flood of messages sent to the creator’s inbox.

Main claims from the rumors

The creator says the rumors are not from his usual “whispers”, but instead were sent via DMs, including images “bombarded” to him.

Two key images circulate:

  1. “Space Marine Assault Force” / Combat Doctrines returning

    • The video suggests that combat doctrines may be reinstated as part of “Assault Force” rules.

  2. Codex/army rule overhaul involving “OOM” and “GTF”

    • The rumors claim the “Oath of the Moment” army rule (or something similarly labeled as “OOM”) is being removed from the general Codex rules framework and replaced by “GTF”.
    • “GTF” is described as a new army rule, apparently tied to doctrines/assault-force mechanics.

Biggest controversy: rumored T5/Strength 5 Tacticus and “free wounds”

A major (and disputed) rumor claims Tacticus armor is being upgraded to Toughness 5, with Strength 5, and some units gaining “free wounds.”

The creator strongly rejects this as implausible and game-breaking, arguing:

  • If generic marines reach Toughness 5, it would force major balance implications (e.g., Terminator armor would likely need even higher toughness).
  • Bolters going to Strength 5 is viewed as too powerful and would “ruin the game,” hurting both player fun and fairness.

Doctrines only for “core” Space Marines; non-Codex marines get separate rules

The rumor summary also claims:

  • Only core Space Marine armies would receive the shared doctrines framework.
  • Non-codex Space Marines (e.g., Blood Angels, Dark Angels, Black Templars, Space Wolves) would keep separate unique army rules, consistent with how their uniqueness has worked historically.

Creator’s assessment: probably fake / possibly trolling

The creator repeatedly emphasizes uncertainty and skepticism:

  • The images are said to be translated from Spanish and allegedly pulled from Discord.
  • Another part of the rumor is attributed to someone claiming playtester-connected info, but the creator says he doesn’t trust it.
  • He believes some items may be made up to generate hype and clicks.

Additional rumor addressed: Bane Blade “sold out”

The creator also addresses a separate concern: the Bane Blade being sold out online on the GW store.

He argues it’s likely a restock/warehouse queue + “sold out online” rebranding process rather than discontinuation:

  • If stock isn’t immediately available, GW marks items “sold out online” due to fulfillment queue handling.
  • He claims it’s not going away and should return within about a month.

Presenters or contributors

  • Varac (the channel/creator referenced throughout as “Varra/Varak/Varac,” the person making the video and sharing his views).

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