"Defeating Yetuga in The First Berserker: Khazan - Strategies Revealed"

When diving into the challenging world of *The First Berserker: Khazan*, players are thrust into the intense Soulslike genre, where every battle is a test of skill and strategy. One of the earliest yet formidable challenges you'll face is the battle against Yetuga at the end of the Mount Heinmach level. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to conquer this aggressive foe.

How to Beat Yetuga in The First Berserker: Khazan

As your first boss encounter in *The First Berserker: Khazan*, the battle with Yetuga is no walk in the park. Utilizing the combat mechanics you've learned, you'll need to master both dodging and parrying to emerge victorious. Yetuga, much like other massive beasts in the game, unleashes a variety of attacks, ranging from close combat to long-range assaults, including a devastating leaping slam.

Yetuga's arsenal includes:

• A two-hit combo starting with a left-handed smash downward followed by a right-handed uppercut.
• A four-hit combo with horizontal swipes using either its left or right arm.
• A powerful downward smash with both arms.
• A leaping single-handed smash.
• A jumping grab.
• A charge attack.

Throughout the fight, you'll need to identify and exploit the patterns in Yetuga's attacks. Timing your hits between its onslaught is crucial. Parrying, except for the jumping grab, not only helps you avoid damage but also deals additional Stamina damage to the boss. Leveraging Yetuga's aggressive nature, you can trick it into charging into a wall, which temporarily stuns it and allows you to land free hits. This strategy is particularly effective for breaking the ice spikes on its back, significantly weakening its offensive capabilities.

In the second phase of the battle, Yetuga roars and powers up, signaling a shift in its tactics. It now wields a giant rock for smashing attacks, which you must dodge or parry to avoid. Additionally, it unleashes a frost breath that spawns ice spikes; either move away or parry this at the right moment. Seize opportunities to use Potent Attacks, and when Yetuga shows signs of exhaustion, unleash a Brutal Attack for significant damage. With persistence and precision, you'll soon see Yetuga fall.

Upon defeating Yetuga, you'll be rewarded with 4,800 Lacrima, along with Frozen Mountain gear items and the Necklace of Resolve, enhancing your arsenal for future challenges.

This guide covers all the essential strategies to beat Yetuga in *The First Berserker: Khazan*. For further assistance with the game, be sure to explore resources available on The Escapist.

*The First Berserker: Khazan is currently available in Early Access.*