MISSION BRIEF
Before you deploy
Captain Rex's associate Baker is embedded at an Imperial training camp. Identify the camp's entry route and the clone's location on the tactical objective map, then position a teammate to cover Baker while the rescue proceeds. Avoid separating a rescuer from the extraction route and preserve AP for sudden reinforcements.
Recorded Cycle windows are a community launch-build snapshot. Check the current HoloTable timer and objectives in your own save.
TACTICAL DIRECTIONS
Step-by-step walkthrough
Follow 10 documented tactical checkpoints. Exact objectives come from community records; tactical routing includes reported playthroughs and IDS recommendations. Your chosen squad, difficulty and campaign settings can change encounters.
Jump to a checkpoint (10 steps)
- CHECKPOINT 01 OF 10
Prepare the three-operator team
Deep Cover takes place on Umbara after Strike Action and a related Rex story operation. The observed deployment restricts you to three selected operators including Hawks. Equip an ally-targetable healing item: a self-only stim on Hawks cannot save Baker after the rescue.
Next checkpoint → - CHECKPOINT 02 OF 10
Follow Rex through Umbara's jungle
The mission opens in free movement with Captain Rex. Follow the path toward the ambush site instead of attacking patrols or searching for an unrelated target. Rex participates here, but is not a permanent Den recruit.
Next checkpoint → - CHECKPOINT 03 OF 10
Inspect the illuminated scouting spot
Before entering the clearing, examine the light or scope interaction along the approach. Two observed guides report that it gives three Advantage and a preview of the ambush. Use this preparation before triggering the battle.
Next checkpoint → - CHECKPOINT 04 OF 10
Approach the clearing with both flanks covered
The clearing starts the fight against TK troopers. An observed run counted seven initial enemies with one easy-to-miss trooper on the right flank. Establish two fire lanes rather than committing every operator to the left side.
Next checkpoint → - CHECKPOINT 05 OF 10
Reach and rescue Baker
The tracker starts with Head to the Ambush Site and Rescue Baker. Move into the marked rescue or capture area once the approach is safe; don't confuse Baker's arrival with completing the entire mission.
Next checkpoint → - CHECKPOINT 06 OF 10
Protect the injured undercover clone
Baker joins injured and becomes a survival condition. Place him behind sight-blocking cover and use an ally-targetable stim if needed. Keep Rex alive as well; both named clone allies must survive the later defense stages.
Next checkpoint → - CHECKPOINT 07 OF 10
Hold position for the incoming waves
The recorded objective changes to Hold Your Position. One complete run reports a three-turn hold before the final enemy sweep. Do not leave the designated position to chase a wounded trooper while it is still counting down.
Next checkpoint → - CHECKPOINT 08 OF 10
Use Rex's advantage attacks against groups
Rex can make powerful attacks on enemies at range, including a multi-target attack in observed coverage. Spend Advantage when multiple troopers are exposed; a guaranteed-hit ability is more valuable against dangerous armored enemies than routine shots.
Next checkpoint → - CHECKPOINT 09 OF 10
Finish the remaining TK troopers
After the hold completes, the tracker changes to Eliminate the Remaining Troopers. You no longer need to camp the objective zone, but Rex and Baker must still survive. Eliminate enemies in safe groups and let the closing conversation trigger.
Next checkpoint → - CHECKPOINT 10 OF 10
Return to the Den for Unfinished Business
Do not look for Rex as a selectable long-term operator. After the mission, inspect Den conversations, timed Hero Missions and the new Kaller critical assignment before advancing another Cycle.
After this mission →
COMMON BLOCKERS
Stuck on this mission?
Deep Cover: why can I bring only three operators?
The observed Umbara mission deliberately limits the selected squad to Hawks plus two others; Rex and Baker become allied participants during the mission. Plan healing and AP support around that restriction.
Link to this answer ↗Deep Cover: why did the mission fail after I saved Baker?
Baker arrives wounded and must survive the final phases, as must Rex. Bring an ally-targetable healing item and protect the two named clones until the remaining TK troopers are eliminated.
Link to this answer ↗Deep Cover: how long do I hold the ambush site?
A complete observed route reports three hold turns, followed by a separate Eliminate the Remaining Troopers objective. Recheck the in-game counter after each round rather than leaving the zone early.
Link to this answer ↗CAMPAIGN CONTINUATION
Where to go next
After the result screen, check the Den, companion conversations, Intel Operations and expiring Hero Missions. Your next documented main assignment is Unfinished Business. The HoloTable in your own save takes priority over this sequence.
Before deploying again, compare optional and Crisis mission deadlines → or compare gear and utility setups →. Tactical contracts advance the Cycle; eligible 25-Intel Crisis Operations resolve through the HoloTable.
SOURCES
Evidence and further reading
Official guidance establishes the combat and HoloTable systems. Individual objective details come from fan-maintained campaign indexes and observed gameplay. IDS tactical suggestions are not publisher-approved or universal.
Lucasfilm: official Zero Company gameplay guide ↗ Community story mission index ↗ Community objective record: Deep Cover ↗