How to defeat Lictor in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2

The Lictor in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 are vanguard Tyranid bioforms that can take advantage of their stealth abilities as a result of their biological evolution. This adaptation allows the creature to infiltrate planets in advance without alerting the locals about the Hive Fleet's arrival. They are capable of carrying out solo assassination missions and extracting information from their prey.

The Lictor in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 can be tricky to deal with as they engage in combat and abuse the stealth perk to launch surprise attacks. Fortunately, they remain visible on the map for players to launch continuous attacks. However, it is best to maintain some distance and be wary of their signature pounce move.

This article will highlight the method to defeat the Lictor in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2.

Note: Parts of this article are subjective and reflect the author’s opinion.

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All methods to defeat Lictor in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2

The Lictor in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 have unique physical abilities that allow them to camouflage with the surrounding area. They enter fights like other Tyranids, but quickly switch to a stealth-based tactic while priming their feeder tendrils for an ambush.

Fighting Lictor Tyranid breed in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 (Image via Focus Entertainment)

Here is how you can take down the Lictor in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2:

• The start of the fight will begin with you having complete vision of the Lictor. Try to inflict some damage in this initial stage to weaken it as far as possible.
• The alien breed will quickly back off and start using the stealth ability to remove its presence from the battlefield. This is when you need to depend on the map and keep an eye out for its marker to fight it.
• It lunges onto its enemies and can bind you with its sharp claws. Thankfully, this can be dodged and all you need to do is keep a lookout for its attacking move to learn the pattern and timing.
• In case you fail to dodge it, you will enter a Quick Time Event (QTE) to press specific buttons to escape the Lictor’s grasp.
• Try to deploy and stick a Krak Grenade on this monster as it helps to keep tabs on its invisible movement and deals significant damage.
• Repeat this cycle of attacking, dodging, and counterattacking till the creature is eliminated.

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Attack patterns and more of Lictor in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2

The Lictor in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 can take almost as many hits as a Tyranid Warrior. But this is different for the Lictor boss that appears in the campaign mode. A series of hard-hitting attacks combined with tactical retreats seems to be one of the most efficient ways to deal with this Tyranid breed.

Eliminated Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 creature Lictor (Image via Focus Entertainment)

Apart from normal attacks, the Lictor can also jump across a small distance and hold down its prey with its talons. This is a form of pincer move that is used to dispose of any enemy that opposes or resists the creature's killing intent.

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Fortunately, the attack is quite scripted and occurs after a specific pattern. This information can be used to easily dodge its lethal lunges and launch necessary counterattacks. Keeping a bit of distance from this Tyranid variant can save you from a lot of short-range combat scenarios and reduce the overall incoming damage.

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That is everything you need to know about defeating the Lictor in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2. Keep an eye out for the official Warhammer X page for more announcements and stay tuned to Sportskeeda for guides, news, and updates.

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