PSI radiation stands as one of the most dangerous hazards in The Zone when exploring Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl. While certain suits offer basic PSI shielding, the SEVA line delivers superior protection specifically engineered to counter these deadly emissions. Players can acquire three distinct SEVA variants without spending a ruble, though tracking them down presents its own deadly challenges across the wasteland. Let's examine each suit's properties and pinpoint which one truly offers the best defense against The Zone's invisible killers.
The SEVA-D Suit
This first-tier protective gear appears in the Cage area within Cement Factory – if you can survive the climb. The SEVA-D rests atop a skeletal construction site, but reaching it means navigating treacherous half-built floors while dodging a swirling PSI anomaly inside the structure. Expect brutal vertical ascents and mental strain before you can claim this prize.
SEVA-D Suit Specifications
| Attribute | Rating |
|---|---|
| Weight | 8 kg |
| Artifact Slots | 3 |
| Thermal | 1.1 |
| Electrical | 1.45 |
| Chemical | 1.4 |
| Radiation | 2.5 |
| PSI Protection | 1.55 |
| Physical | 2.5 |
| Value | 46,000 Coupons |
The SEVA-V Suit
An easier early-game acquisition awaits at the Scientist Helicopter crash site near Rostok. Unlike its predecessor, the SEVA-V requires only a straightforward crane climb to reach the operator's cabin where it's stored. With enhanced stats and an additional artifact slot compared to SEVA-D, this balanced mid-tier armor delivers solid protection without extreme risk.
SEVA-V Suit Specifications
| Attribute | Rating |
|---|---|
| Weight | 8 kg |
| Artifact Slots | 4 |
| Thermal | 1.1 |
| Electrical | 1.3 |
| Chemical | 1.5 |
| Radiation | 3.4 |
| PSI Protection | 1.1 |
| Physical | 2.1 |
| Value | 53,000 Coupons |
The SEVA-I Suit
The crown jewel of PSI protection lies hidden at two deadly locations – either behind the fortified defenses of Duga Base or within the irradiated labyrinths of Yantar Production Complex. The Duga variant demands you outmaneuver a Burer mutant in close quarters, while Yantar requires navigating collapsing infrastructure. For stalkers who brave these trials, the reward justifies the risk: unparalleled PSI blocking and well-rounded defensive capabilities.
SEVA-I Suit Specifications
| Attribute | Rating |
|---|---|
| Weight | 8 kg |
| Artifact Slots | 4 |
| Thermal | 1.3 |
| Electrical | 1.5 |
| Chemical | 1.5 |
| Radiation | 3 |
| PSI Protection | 2.1 |
| Physical | 2.5 |
| Value | 50,000 Coupons |
Newcomers to The Zone should consider raiding Yantar first – the Duga military outpost presents overwhelming resistance for poorly equipped stalkers. Whichever path you choose, the SEVA-I's superior PSI shielding makes it the ultimate choice for surviving The Zone's deadliest anomalies.
