{"id":3782,"date":"2026-02-26T06:05:45","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T06:05:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/?p=3782"},"modified":"2026-03-06T18:24:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T18:24:58","slug":"best-marathon-settings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/best-marathon-settings\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Marathon Settings for FPS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"margin-bottom:20px;\">\n  <div style=\"border-left:3px solid #f99926;padding:6px 12px;background:transparent;color:#ffffff;font-size:0.8em;font-style:italic;\">\n    <span style=\"color:#f99926;\"><strong>Note:<\/strong><\/span> This article reflects technical best practices from the writer&#8217;s perspective and does not necessarily reflect the views of Hone.\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"intro-paragraph\">You swing the corner first and still lose the duel. You track clean and still feel late. In Marathon, that is often not your aim. It is your <a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/frame-rate-meaning\/\">frame time<\/a>. When your <a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/fix-fps-drops\/\">FPS dips<\/a> mid fight, your inputs feel heavier, your view gets harder to read, and your timing becomes inconsistent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"intro-paragraph\">This guide covers the best Marathon settings for FPS on PC, focused on stable performance, lower perceived <a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/how-to-reduce-lag-on-pc\/\">input delay<\/a>, and cleaner visibility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n  :root {\n    --c1: #f99926;\n    --c1a: rgba(249,153,38,0.1);\n    --c2: #080f1b;\n    --t1: #e4e6eb;\n    --t2: #b0b3b8;\n    --t3: #8a8d93;\n    --bg1: #0c131f;\n    --bl: #1c2635;\n    --ok: #28a745;\n    --wrn: #ffc107;\n    --err: #dc3545;\n    --inf: #17a2b8;\n    --opt: #2ed573;\n  }\n\n  \/* Hero Panel *\/\n  .hc {\n    background: linear-gradient(180deg, var(--bg1) 0%, rgba(12,19,31,0.6) 100%);\n    border: 1px solid var(--bl);\n    border-radius: 18px;\n    padding: 0;\n    margin: 40px 0;\n    position: relative;\n    overflow: hidden;\n    box-shadow: 0 4px 30px rgba(0,0,0,0.25), inset 0 1px 0 rgba(255,255,255,0.03);\n  }\n  .hc::before {\n    content: '';\n    position: absolute;\n    top: 0; 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padding: 22px 20px; }\n    .tc-list { grid-column: 1; grid-row: 4; justify-content: flex-start; }\n    .sg { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n    .sc { border-right: none !important; }\n    .mt { display: block; overflow-x: auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch; }\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"hc\">\n  <div class=\"hc-grid\">\n    <div class=\"tc\">\n      <span class=\"tc-tag t-red\">High Impact<\/span>\n      <h3 class=\"tc-name\">Video<\/h3>\n      <p class=\"tc-sub\">Output And Baseline Stability<\/p>\n      <ul class=\"tc-list\">\n        <li>Window Mode Set To Fullscreen<\/li>\n        <li>Resolution Set To Your Monitor<\/li>\n        <li>Brightness Calibrated Per Display<\/li>\n      <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"tc\">\n      <span class=\"tc-tag t-green\">Performance<\/span>\n      <h3 class=\"tc-name\">Framerate<\/h3>\n      <p class=\"tc-sub\">Stable FPS Beats Peak FPS<\/p>\n      <ul class=\"tc-list\">\n        <li>Vsync Off For Lower Delay<\/li>\n        <li>Framerate Cap Enabled On<\/li>\n        <li>Framerate Cap Set To A Stable Target<\/li>\n      <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"tc\">\n      <span class=\"tc-tag t-orange\">Clarity<\/span>\n      <h3 class=\"tc-name\">Advanced Video<\/h3>\n      <p class=\"tc-sub\">Sharp Image Without Wasting Frames<\/p>\n      <ul class=\"tc-list\">\n        <li>Anti-Aliasing Set To NVIDIA DLSS If Available<\/li>\n        <li>Resolution Scaling Tuned For FPS Or Quality<\/li>\n        <li>Field Of View Tuned For Awareness<\/li>\n      <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Marathon Settings Matter For FPS<\/strong> And Input Feel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Marathon rewards clean tracking and fast decisions. If your frame time spikes when effects hit the screen, the fight feels different every time. That inconsistency is the real enemy. It often shows up as <a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/fix-fps-drops\/\">stutter<\/a>, blur, or tearing right when you need to read movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Optimizing Marathon PC settings is not about chasing the highest number in the corner. It is about keeping your FPS stable so your <a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/why-your-mouse-is-lagging\/\">mouse control<\/a> and target tracking feel the same in every gunfight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Marathon Video Settings For FPS<\/strong> Stable Output And Lower Delay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the highest impact Video menu settings in Marathon. Get these right first. They determine how responsive the game feels before you touch any deeper performance tuning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"ve\">\n  <h3 class=\"ve-title\">Marathon Video Settings Quick Reference<\/h3>\n  <div class=\"sg\">\n    <div class=\"sc\">\n      <div>\n        <div class=\"sc-name\">Window Mode<\/div>\n        <div class=\"sc-hint\">Stability And Latency<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"sv sv-on\">Fullscreen<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"sc\">\n      <div>\n        <div class=\"sc-name\">Resolution<\/div>\n        <div class=\"sc-hint\">Your Output Resolution<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"sv sv-nat\">Monitor Native<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"sc\">\n      <div>\n        <div class=\"sc-name\">Vsync<\/div>\n        <div class=\"sc-hint\">Can Increase Perceived Delay<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"sv sv-off\">Off<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"sc\">\n      <div>\n        <div class=\"sc-name\">Framerate Cap Enabled<\/div>\n        <div class=\"sc-hint\">Controls Frame Time Swings<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"sv sv-on\">On<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"sc\">\n      <div>\n        <div class=\"sc-name\">Framerate Cap<\/div>\n        <div class=\"sc-hint\">Choose A Stable Target<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"sv sv-on\">Stable Cap<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"sc\">\n      <div>\n        <div class=\"sc-name\">Field of View<\/div>\n        <div class=\"sc-hint\">Awareness Vs Distortion<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"sv sv-nat\">Preference<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"sc\" style=\"grid-column: 1 \/ -1;\">\n      <div>\n        <div class=\"sc-name\">Brightness<\/div>\n        <div class=\"sc-hint\">Visibility In Dark And High Contrast Areas<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"sv sv-nat\">Calibrate<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fullscreen And Resolution Are The Baseline<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Window Mode<\/strong> is your baseline for consistency. Fullscreen typically gives the cleanest latency behavior for competitive play. Then set <strong>Resolution<\/strong> to your monitor\u2019s native value for the sharpest read on silhouettes and movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need more FPS, dropping resolution is the blunt tool that always works. Just understand the tradeoff: lower resolution can make mid range targets harder to read. Use it only when your GPU is the bottleneck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Vsync Usually Hurts Marathon Feel<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/what-is-vsync-in-games\/\">Vsync<\/a><\/strong> can make the game feel heavier because it can hold frames to sync with your display timing. In a fast PvP extraction shooter, that extra delay can show up as slower feeling flicks and less responsive tracking. For most PC players aiming for the best Marathon settings for FPS, Vsync Off is the safer baseline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Framerate Cap Should Be Set For Stability<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The combination that usually feels best is <strong>Framerate Cap Enabled<\/strong> On and a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/fix-fps-drops\/\">Framerate Cap<\/a><\/strong> you can actually hold in real fights. If your cap is higher than your PC can sustain, you get swings and stutter. If your cap is realistic, the game feels smoother and your aim becomes more repeatable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wb\">\n  <h4 class=\"wb-title\">Do Not Chase Peak FPS If It Is Not Stable<\/h4>\n  <p class=\"wb-text\">A higher FPS number is useless if it spikes and drops during combat. A stable Framerate Cap that your PC can hold in every match will feel cleaner than an uncapped setup that jitters whenever effects load in.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Marathon Advanced Video Settings For FPS<\/strong> Clarity Without Wasting Frames<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Marathon keeps the Advanced Video menu simple, but the options you do get matter. This is where you decide whether you want raw FPS, cleaner edges, or a balanced middle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"ctm\">\n  <div class=\"ctm-head\">\n    <h3 class=\"ctm-title\">Advanced Video Settings That Matter<\/h3>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"table-wrapper\"><table class=\"mt\">\n    <thead>\n      <tr>\n        <th>Setting<\/th>\n        <th>FPS Recommendation<\/th>\n        <th>Impact<\/th>\n        <th>Why It Helps<\/th>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/thead>\n    <tbody>\n      <tr>\n        <td><strong>Anti-Aliasing<\/strong><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"th\">NVIDIA DLSS (If Available)<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>Moderate To High<\/td>\n        <td>DLSS is the performance leaning option in Marathon\u2019s AA dropdown on supported GPUs<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><strong>Resolution Scaling<\/strong><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"th\">Avoid DLAA If You Need FPS<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>High<\/td>\n        <td>DLAA is quality leaning. Use it only if you already have headroom and want a cleaner image<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody>\n  <\/table><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How To Think About DLSS And DLAA In Marathon<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Marathon exposes <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/fix-fps-drops\/\">NVIDIA DLSS<\/a><\/strong> as an <strong>Anti-Aliasing<\/strong> option and <strong>DLAA<\/strong> under <strong>Resolution Scaling<\/strong>. If your goal is maximum FPS, start by using the DLSS option (when your GPU supports it) and avoid DLAA if you are struggling to hold your target frame rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"tb\">\n  <h4 class=\"tb-title\">Fastest Way To Fix A Muddy Image<\/h4>\n  <p class=\"tb-text\">If Marathon looks soft, do not guess. First confirm your Resolution is set correctly, then revisit Resolution Scaling. A quality mode like DLAA can look great, but it is not the first choice when your real problem is unstable FPS.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Marathon Settings Step By Step<\/strong> A Clean Setup Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"sbs\">\n  <h3 class=\"sbs-title\">Marathon PC Settings Setup<\/h3>\n\n  <div class=\"si\">\n    <div class=\"si-num\">1<\/div>\n    <div>\n      <div class=\"si-title\">Set Window Mode To Fullscreen<\/div>\n      <p class=\"si-desc\">Fullscreen is the clean baseline for stable performance and consistent input feel.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"si\">\n    <div class=\"si-num\">2<\/div>\n    <div>\n      <div class=\"si-title\">Set Resolution To Your Monitor<\/div>\n      <p class=\"si-desc\">Use your monitor\u2019s native resolution for the sharpest image. Only reduce it if you are GPU limited and need FPS immediately.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"si\">\n    <div class=\"si-num\">3<\/div>\n    <div>\n      <div class=\"si-title\">Turn Vsync Off<\/div>\n      <p class=\"si-desc\">Vsync can add perceived delay. If you hate tearing, try a stable cap first before you consider Vsync.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"si\">\n    <div class=\"si-num\">4<\/div>\n    <div>\n      <div class=\"si-title\">Enable Framerate Cap And Pick A Stable Number<\/div>\n      <p class=\"si-desc\">Turn Framerate Cap Enabled On, then set a Framerate Cap your PC can hold in real fights. Stability matters more than the highest number you can hit in the menu.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"si\">\n    <div class=\"si-num\">5<\/div>\n    <div>\n      <div class=\"si-title\">Set Anti-Aliasing To NVIDIA DLSS If Available<\/div>\n      <p class=\"si-desc\">On supported GPUs, DLSS is the performance leaning option in Marathon\u2019s Anti-Aliasing dropdown. Use it when you want more FPS without destroying clarity.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"si\">\n    <div class=\"si-num\">6<\/div>\n    <div>\n      <div class=\"si-title\">Tune Resolution Scaling Based On Your Goal<\/div>\n      <p class=\"si-desc\">If you have headroom and want a cleaner image, DLAA is a quality leaning choice. If you need FPS, avoid DLAA and use a performance oriented scaling choice instead.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"si\" style=\"margin-bottom:0;\">\n    <div class=\"si-num\">7<\/div>\n    <div>\n      <div class=\"si-title\">Adjust Field Of View And Brightness<\/div>\n      <p class=\"si-desc\">Raise Field of View for awareness if you like the feel, but do not force it. Then calibrate Brightness so dark areas stay readable without turning the whole game into a washed out fog.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Windows Tweaks For Marathon On PC<\/strong> Reduce Stutter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even perfect in game settings cannot fix <a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/game-lagging-on-pc\/\">background spikes<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/optimize-windows-11-for-gaming\/\">Overlay conflicts<\/a>, browser tabs, and capture software can cause <a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/pc-stuttering-in-games\/\">micro stutters<\/a> that feel like your aim is skipping frames.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are unsure what target makes sense for your hardware, sanity check your goal using a practical definition of <a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/good-fps-for-gaming\/\">good FPS for gaming<\/a> instead of chasing an uncapped number you cannot sustain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Marathon also benefits from basic headroom. If your system is memory saturated, you will see hitching when assets swap in. Checking your <a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/how-much-ram-for-gaming-pc\/\">RAM setup for gaming<\/a> is a straightforward way to eliminate one of the most common causes of inconsistent frame time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Troubleshooting Marathon FPS<\/strong> Quick Fixes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If the game feels delayed:<\/strong> confirm Vsync is Off, then enable Framerate Cap and set a stable number your PC can hold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you get <a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/what-is-vsync-in-games\/\">tearing<\/a>:<\/strong> try a lower Framerate Cap first. If you have <a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/frame-rate-meaning\/\">variable refresh rate<\/a> support on your monitor, that usually solves tearing without the responsiveness tradeoff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If the image looks too soft:<\/strong> confirm Resolution is correct, then revisit Resolution Scaling. Avoid DLAA when your real goal is higher FPS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best Marathon settings for FPS are the ones that stay stable when the fight gets messy. Start with Fullscreen, Resolution set to your monitor, Vsync Off, Framerate Cap Enabled On, and a Framerate Cap you can actually hold. Then use the Advanced Video options to choose between more performance or a cleaner image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once Marathon feels stable, every gunfight gets simpler because you are reacting to the match, not fighting your frame time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #f99926 0%, #ff6b35 100%); border-radius: 20px; padding: 40px; margin: 40px 0; text-align: center; position: relative; overflow: hidden;\">\n  <div style=\"position: absolute; top: -30px; right: -30px; width: 150px; height: 150px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.1); border-radius: 50%;\"><\/div>\n  <div style=\"position: absolute; bottom: -50px; left: -50px; width: 200px; height: 200px; background: rgba(255,255,255,0.05); border-radius: 50%;\"><\/div>\n  <div style=\"position: relative; z-index: 1;\">\n    <h3 style=\"color: #080f1b; font-size: 28px; font-weight: 900; margin-bottom: 15px;\">Optimize Your Whole PC With Hone<\/h3>\n    <p style=\"color: #080f1b; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 25px; max-width: 650px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; opacity: 0.95;\">If you want a cleaner, more consistent Marathon experience without constant manual tweaking, Hone can help optimize performance across your system.<\/p>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/hone.gg\/\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: #080f1b; color: #f99926; padding: 15px 40px; border-radius: 30px; font-weight: 900; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\">Try Hone Free<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">What are the best Marathon settings for FPS on PC<\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>The best Marathon settings for FPS on PC are Window Mode set to Fullscreen, Resolution set to your monitor\u2019s native value, Vsync Off, Framerate Cap Enabled On, and a Framerate Cap your PC can hold consistently. For Advanced Video, use NVIDIA DLSS under Anti-Aliasing if your GPU supports it, and avoid DLAA under Resolution Scaling if you need more FPS.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">Should I turn Vsync on in Marathon<\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Usually no. Vsync can add perceived input delay and make aiming feel heavier. If tearing bothers you, try a stable Framerate Cap first. Only use Vsync if you prefer the feel and accept the responsiveness tradeoff.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">What is a good Framerate Cap in Marathon<\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>A good Framerate Cap is one you can hold in real fights without drops. A stable cap that matches your monitor\u2019s refresh rate usually feels best, but if your PC cannot hold it, lower the cap until your frame time stops spiking.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">What Field of View should I use in Marathon<\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Use the highest Field of View that still feels comfortable for you. Higher FOV improves awareness, but too high can feel distorted. Start high, then reduce it if you dislike the perspective.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\"><h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">Should I use DLAA or NVIDIA DLSS in Marathon<\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Use NVIDIA DLSS when you want more FPS on supported GPUs. DLAA is a quality leaning option and can cost performance, so it is best when you already have FPS headroom and want a cleaner image.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This guide covers the best Marathon settings for FPS on PC, focused on stable performance, lower perceived input delay, and cleaner visibility. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3788,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3782","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-pc-optimization"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3782","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3782"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3782\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3809,"href":"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3782\/revisions\/3809"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3788"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3782"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3782"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hone.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3782"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}