Gears of War 3 Story Guide: From Prison Break to RAAM's Defeat

Q: What happens at the beginning of Gears of War 3?

You start with Marcus Fenix breaking out of prison while the Locust Horde attacks. He teams up with Dom, Cole, Baird, and others to find a way to defeat the Locust, eventually leading to a confrontation with General RAAM and a massive Lightmass bomb. The story then jumps to Gears of War 2, where the COG launches an all-out assault on the Locust, dealing with new threats like the Riftworm and the Lambent.

Q: Who is the main villain in Gears of War 3?

You start with Marcus Fenix breaking out of prison while the Locust Horde attacks. He teams up with Dom, Cole, Baird, and others to find a way to defeat the Locust, eventually leading to a confrontation with General RAAM and a massive Lightmass bomb. The story then jumps to Gears of War 2, where the COG launches an all-out assault on the Locust, dealing with new threats like the Riftworm and the Lambent.

Q: How does Marcus Fenix escape prison in Gears of War 3?

You start with Marcus Fenix breaking out of prison while the Locust Horde attacks. He teams up with Dom, Cole, Baird, and others to find a way to defeat the Locust, eventually leading to a confrontation with General RAAM and a massive Lightmass bomb. The story then jumps to Gears of War 2, where the COG launches an all-out assault on the Locust, dealing with new threats like the Riftworm and the Lambent.

Q: What is the Resonator in Gears of War 3?

You start with Marcus Fenix breaking out of prison while the Locust Horde attacks. He teams up with Dom, Cole, Baird, and others to find a way to defeat the Locust, eventually leading to a confrontation with General RAAM and a massive Lightmass bomb. The story then jumps to Gears of War 2, where the COG launches an all-out assault on the Locust, dealing with new threats like the Riftworm and the Lambent.

Q: What is the Locust Horde in Gears of War 3?

You start with Marcus Fenix breaking out of prison while the Locust Horde attacks. He teams up with Dom, Cole, Baird, and others to find a way to defeat the Locust, eventually leading to a confrontation with General RAAM and a massive Lightmass bomb. The story then jumps to Gears of War 2, where the COG launches an all-out assault on the Locust, dealing with new threats like the Riftworm and the Lambent.

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Alright, so you're diving into Gears of War 3, huh? This section is gonna walk you through the main story beats, from Marcus Fenix's rough start to the big showdowns. Think of it as a rundown of the epic journey you're about to embark on. We'll cover the major plot points, the characters you'll meet, and the enemies you'll face.

Walkthrough

1
Prison Break and Locust Onslaught: You kick things off as Marcus Fenix, who's in jail for abandoning his post. The prison is under attack by the Locust Horde. Luckily, your buddy Dominic Santiago busts you out.
2
Reuniting the Squad: After escaping, you and Dom link up with Colonel Victor Hoffman, Captain Mihn Young Kim, and Private Anthony Carmine. You learn about the 'resonator' needed to map the Locust underground for a Lightmass bomb attack. You'll also meet Augustus 'Cole Train' Cole and Damon Baird.
3
Ambush and New Threats: Captain Kim is killed in an ambush by General RAAM, the main villain. You'll fight through enemies like Berserkers and Kryll (flesh-eating bats). Later, you'll encounter Lambent Wretches in the underground tunnels, which explode when they die.
4
The Resonator and a Setback: You plant and activate the Resonator near an imulsion pump station, but the intel gathered isn't enough for a full attack. Baird helps find a device that maps the entire underground, leading you through locations like East Barricade Academy and The Fenix Estate.
5
Confronting RAAM: You finally reach a train station with the Lightmass bomb and face General RAAM, the killer of Adam Fenix and Lt. Kim.
6
The Lightmass Bomb and Aftermath: After defeating RAAM, Marcus sets the bomb to explode in an ocean of Imulsion, barely escaping with Hoffman's help. This significantly damages the Locust horde.
7
Gears of War 2 - The All-Out War: The story shifts to Gears of War 2. You're at a hospital dealing with injured soldiers and Rust Lung. Marcus and Dom are back, joined by Benjamin Carmine and Tai Kaliso.
8
Rallying the COG: COG Chairman Richard Prescott rallies the troops for a final assault on the Locust, who have returned stronger. You'll use massive 'Derrick' trucks for the attack on Landown.
9
New Allies and Enemies: Along the way, you'll meet up with Cole, Baird, and Dizzy Wallin. In a graveyard, you face a new leader, Skorge. Tai and Dizzy hold him off while Marcus and Dom head underground.
10
The Riftworm and Underground Dangers: Underground, you discover a giant Riftworm is causing cities to sink. You find Tai tortured and later get swallowed by the Riftworm yourself, losing Ben Carmine in the process.
11
Seeking Nexus: After escaping the Riftworm, you're tasked with finding information on the Locust stronghold, Nexus, at an abandoned research facility, where you encounter experimental creatures.

Tips

Pay attention to dialogue; it often reveals crucial plot points and character motivations.
The Locust are relentless, so always be aware of your surroundings and use cover effectively.
New enemy types, like the Lambent Wretches, introduce new mechanics – learn their weaknesses quickly.
General RAAM is a tough boss; learn his attack patterns and exploit any openings.
In Gears of War 2, the scale of the conflict is massive. Use the environment and any available vehicles to your advantage.

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