(10) Defeating Yelena Fedorova Deus Ex: HR Guide

Last update: 11 May 2016

After you enter the new room the game will play a cutscene with a conversation with Eliza Cassan #1, during which the main hero will make quite a shocking discovery. It will turn out that the presenter isn't really a human being, but a highly advanced AI. The conversation will be interrupted by the appearance of the mercenary leader Yelena #2, who you will have to defeat in a direct battle.

Throughout the fight, I'd suggest constantly staying in motion and being very careful, as Yelena will be using a variety of augmentations in order to deal damage #1. Additionally she will also use camouflage to disguise herself #2. You can't allow the mercenary leader to hit you too often, as that would pretty quickly lead to your death. The heavy rifle - or any other equally effective weapon, like the rocket launcher - is a good choice for this fight.

Apart from ordinary weapons, I'd also suggest using stun weapons (e.g. the Stun Gun) and EMP grenades, though you would have to throw them at the appropriate places. The Typhoon Explosive System (screen above) also works well, especially that she cannot defend from such an attack. Don't however try any melee attacks, at they are doomed to fail. In case you run out of ammo, you can always switch weapons or check out the local lockers.

If you have the EMP Shielding, you can use it for a very easy win. You would have to shoot the giant electricity generators on the sides of the room #1, causing discharges to appear throughout the area. Afterwards quickly run to the defenceless Yelena #2 and attack her any way you want.

Regardless of the chosen tactic, keep fighting until a cutscene starts, informing you of your win #1. Another conversation with Eliza awaits you #2, though she won't be able to give you an exact location of the abducted scientists. You will however learn that the one responsible for removing the transmitters from their bodies is Isaias Sandoval, Bill Taggart's accomplice. She will also suggest talking with Sarif, who might know more about the case.

Reward: 2500 EXP.