Street Fighter 6’s Year 3 DLC reveal was not only thrilling due to the reappearance of familiar characters but also because it closely followed Elena's introduction. The notorious healing threat concluded the Year 2 DLC with enhanced abilities and a fresh appearance. Yet, for those who favor a more classic style, her original outfit is available to unlock.

The fastest method to obtain it is by purchasing it from the in-game store using premium currency. For players who wish to avoid spending on cosmetics or who have recently acquired the new Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition, increasing Elena’s bond level to the maximum in the World Tour mode is necessary. By engaging in specific dialogues and sparring matches with Elena as a master, you can earn points. However, selecting the appropriate gifts for her will rapidly elevate the bond level to 100.

How to Obtain Elena’s 40-Point Gift

While most gifts offer just a point or two, each fighter has a specific item granting a significant 40-point boost. These items are single-use and cannot be collected repeatedly. Elena’s 40-point gift is the simply-named Earrings, awarded for completing the “Narumi’s Task” sub-mission. Obtaining this is less challenging compared to other characters. Not only do you interact with Elena through a unique scenario similar to Terry and Mai, but the opponents you face are in the 20-30 level range.

After engaging in battles and elevating Elena’s style to level nine, return to Reniala Remains to speak with her. She will discuss a special training regimen that forms the core of the “Friends of Nature” sub-mission. Simply converse with the nearby NPC named Adhiambo and defeat them in an Extreme Battle involving a rampaging hippo. Speak with Elena again to complete the mission.

Engage with more NPCs in this area to elevate her style to level 10. Once accomplished, fly back to Metro City and proceed to the wide staircase in the middle of Beat Square. Initiating a conversation with Narumi will commence the “Narumi’s Task” sub-mission, where you must defeat a level 35 NPC named Mr. Mussal three times. Triumphing over him the third time will conclude the mission, rewarding you with some Energy Drink items and the Earrings.

How to Acquire Elena’s 5-Point Gift

Providing her with the 40-point gift significantly aids in unlocking her second outfit, but your journey doesn’t end there. The next optimal gift for Elena is the Stone Statue, which elevates her bond level by five points. These can be easily acquired by battling nearby NPCs on the Reniala Remains map and fulfilling their bonus objectives. Ensure to verify these before engaging in combat to understand what to prioritize.

Both Narumi and Shopkeeper Biz in the Metro City map can also present a bonus objective that awards a Stone Statue. Following the completion of the previously mentioned Narumi’s Task sub-mission, Narumi will relocate from the Metro City map to Reniala Remains, simplifying the process of accumulating this item in one area. Between the points accrued from sparring, specific dialogue options, and completing Elena-related missions, you may not need to collect numerous Stone Statues. You’ll have maximized Elena’s bond level swiftly as long as you continue interacting and bestowing her with gifts.

Reaching a bond level of 100 will unlock Elena’s original outfit for free use in the Fighting Ground and Battle Hub-adjacent modes. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for her or any character’s Outfit 3 – that will require some real money.