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Upon discovering some information about Maya Cruz, players return to Akila City inStarfieldto figure out the next step. Since Maya was diagnosed with a terminal illness and went to get treated, the only plausible option is the Clinic. It’s a huge medical facility that protects its patients' private information, making it the perfect place for Maya to hide.
It’s crucial that players find Maya’slocation inStarfieldsince it will lead to essential proof that can only be found with her.
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Surgical Strike Walkthrough In Starfield
To reach the Clinic inStarfield, travel to theNarion Systemand Grav Jump toDeepalato find the huge Ship orbiting around the Planet. Walk past the reception where doctors are arguing and speak withRanger Ben Armistead, who introduces players toAri Miller.
After explaining the situation to Ari Miller, he guides players to a computer where he goes through patients' databases to find some unusual issues. After Ari reveals the names of the two suspects,Jane NakamoriandCandace Doolin, players should head to the patients’ rooms to find more information.
The first one, Jane Nakamori, is a bit difficult to talk to andrequires some persuasion inStarfieldto tell the truth. After uncovering her criminal records, players can either receive some Credits as bribery or report Jane to the Ranger. Since it’s obvious that Jane is not Maya Cruz, go to the next room and speak with Candace only to come out with a disappointing result.
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Eventually, speak with Ari again who reveals that there’s another suspect who goes by the nameCatalina Riveraand is currently found in the VIP section. Players now have to speak with Dr. Cassidy to gain access to the VIP section of the Clinic.
However, if players possess theSecurityTrait inStarfield, it’s possible to skip the questioning and complete a hidden objective, which is much faster than the previous one.
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Approach the Freestar Rangers Terminal Computer and search forAdmin Access,Active Processes, andQuery: Disruptor Mk4. This reveals the name Catalina Rivera much faster and people can immediately speak with Dr. Cassidy to enter the VIP section.
How To Get Inside The VIP Section In Starfield
The only way to get access to the VIP section inStarfieldis by talking with Dr. Cassidy. There are many methods players can follow to get the required Keycard:
Use theMedicineTrait
Persuade
If players fail to receive the Keycard from the doctor, then they are forced to stealthe key inStarfield.
Upon gaining access to the VIP Section, Catalina’s room is empty and full of traps. Grab theUrgent - Read ImmediatelySlate to progress in the Surgical Strike Quest. It turns out that Maya has retreated to an old Abandoned Asteroids Mine in another Star System.
Where To Find Maya Cruz Inside The Asteroid Mine In Starfield
Head to theSakharov Systemand dock on theEklund Site CL25. Upon landing, open the locked doors by pressing the buttons thenfollow the Quest marker inStarfieldto an Emergency Cuttable Wall. Use the Cutter to remove it and proceed ahead.
Defeat theShardhopperssurrounding the area and head to the locked door. A red cord can be seen hanging out, which can be followed to a locked computer.Use a Digipick inStarfieldto solve the Novice lock and open the door.
The next area is a bit confusing as there’s no path connected to the other side. Simply climb one of the crystals the use the rest to cross over.Follow the Quest markeruntil an elevator appears. Use it to reach the bottom floor where there are tons of enemies.
Try to take outthe annoying Mining Turretsfirst as they cause heavy damage and have a wide range to shoot. After the battle is over, head to another Emergency Cuttable Wall and use the Cutter to get through.
On the other side of the wall isMaya Cruzin the flesh. Fight her and knock her down to trigger a chat. Here, there are two options;kill Mayaorlet her go. Both options lead to the same result.
Maya is already suffering from an illness and doesn’t have much to live, so if spared, she gives players an encrypted Slate and tells them to decode it. Killing her allows players to search her body for the Slate.
Return to Akila City and give the Slate toAlex Shadidso he can uncover its mysteries. Finally, the Surgical Strike Side Quest is complete.
Starfieldis available now on Xbox Series X/S and PC.
