When diving into the challenging world of *The First Berserker: Khazan*, a game firmly rooted in the Soulslike genre, players brace themselves for intense battles right from the start. One of the first formidable foes you'll encounter is Yetuga, the boss at the end of the Mount Heinmach level. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to conquer Yetuga and emerge victorious.
How To Beat Yetuga in The First Berserker: Khazan
Although Yetuga marks your initial boss encounter, don't be fooled into thinking it will be an easy fight. After mastering the game's combat mechanics, you'll need to apply every trick in your arsenal to triumph over this aggressive adversary.
Yetuga is relentless, launching frenetic attacks when its territory is threatened. It's equipped with both long and short-range attacks, including a menacing leaping slam. To navigate this battle successfully, you must hone your dodging and parrying skills to minimize damage. Yetuga's arsenal includes:
- A two-hit combo starting with a left-handed smash downward and a right-handed uppercut.
- A four-hit combo with horizontal swipes from either arm.
- A powerful downward smash using both arms.
- A leaping single-handed smash.
- A dangerous jumping grab.
- A charging attack.
As the fight progresses, you'll become familiar with Yetuga's attack patterns, allowing you to strike back during brief windows of opportunity. Parrying, except for the jumping grab, not only helps you avoid damage but also inflicts significant Stamina damage on Yetuga. Capitalize on Yetuga's aggressive nature by dodging its charge and letting it collide with a wall, leaving it momentarily vulnerable. This is your chance to attack and potentially shatter the ice spikes on its back, which can weaken its offensive capabilities.
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In the second phase, you can parry all attacks except the grab, conserving your Stamina while dealing damage. Maintain relentless pressure to transition Yetuga into its final phase, signaled by a powerful roar and a surge in power. At this point, create some distance as Yetuga will pick up a giant rock to smash you. Dodge or parry this attack at the right moment to avoid damage. Be wary of its frost breath that spawns ice spikes; either dodge or parry this when it's close enough. Seize opportunities to use Potent Attacks, and when Yetuga is exhausted, unleash a Brutal Attack to deal significant damage and bring it down.
Upon defeating Yetuga, you'll be rewarded with 4,800 Lacrima, along with Frozen Mountain gear items and the Necklace of Resolve, enhancing your journey in *The First Berserker: Khazan*.
That's all the crucial information you need to defeat Yetuga in *The First Berserker: Khazan*. For further assistance with the game, feel free to explore resources on The Escapist.
*The First Berserker: Khazan is currently available in Early Access.*
