When I started thinking long term instead of run by run, things became clearer. The catalog on
LevelUpper Marathon covers structured options like Runner Leveling, Faction Reputation, Ranked Carry, and even Custom Loadout farming. What makes it relevant to the extraction risk system is that permanent progress like level and reputation remains on your account. The page explains that everything earned through the service stays with you, while gameplay is done manually without automation. Since Marathon matches last around 25 minutes and every item is on the line, reducing unnecessary risky farming helps. There are also hourly sessions if you want to focus on specific contracts or materials instead of random runs. Having a defined plan reduces the feeling of gambling every time you deploy.