Oracles vs. Terran

When facing a Protoss in 1v1, and you have an idea based on your scouting that your opponent is going for Oracles.

Would it be best to get more marines, or to get a turret fast? (I'm thinking about the best possible outcome for moving into mid-game)

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Best Answer

IMO It is true that you normally want to hold off on building static defence when you can, because you cannot take it with your army. I think that against oracles as Terran is a rare case where the cost is justified. Oracles bonus against light really requires you to have at least 4+ marines to deal with one. Whereas a turret is only 100 minerals and can easily deal with oracles.

Timing is the only variable to consider here. If the oracles are coming in late past the 6-7 minute mark then you should have enough marines to rely upon them alone.

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Is terran better than Protoss?

Protoss units are individually superior. Building up the mechanized tree tends to produce more effective counters; terran infantry, even using the marines and medics combinations, tend to be too fragile, and useful mainly on the defensive.

Is terran better than Zerg?

Overview. It is important to remember one key philosophy in Terran vs Zerg (TvZ): Don't let the infestation spread. Terrans have the advantage in the early and especially in the mid game and they have to use it. Advanced hive tech allows the zerg to easily match terran late-game strength.

Are oracles detectors?

Oracles are exclusive to Vorazun in Co-op Missions. Because she cannot build observers, her oracles permanently act as detectors without needing to use Revelation. Unlike in multiplayer, their attack has no activation cost and its damage is increased with the air attack upgrade.

What does the Oracle do on sc2?

Causes enemy units and structures within the target area to grant vision for 20 seconds. Reveals cloaked or burrowed units and structures.

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