The introduction of a new *Call of Duty* Zombies map in *Black Ops 6* brings with it the iconic Staff of Ice, a Wonder Weapon that fans will remember from its debut in *Black Ops II*'s Origins map. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to obtain the Staff of Ice on The Tomb map in *Black Ops 6* Zombies.
Can You Get the Staff of Ice from the Mystery Box on The Tomb? Answered
In *Black Ops II*, acquiring the Staff of Ice required players to gather three specific parts. This method remains in *Black Ops 6*, but there's an exciting twist for those eager to jump into the action on The Tomb: you can now also obtain the Staff of Ice directly from the Mystery Box. However, this method depends heavily on RNG (Random Number Generator) luck. While using the "Wunderbar!" GobbleGum can slightly improve your chances, it's no guarantee, especially with the Ray Gun also in the mix. For those who prefer a surer path, here's how to build the Staff of Ice without relying on luck.
How To Build the Staff of Ice on The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
How To Get the Staff of Ice Monocle on The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
The first part you'll need to collect is the Monocle, which is the most straightforward to obtain. In any match on The Tomb, the Monocle will be dropped by the first Shock Mimic you kill. Simply approach the Monocle after defeating the Shock Mimic and press the interact button to add it to your inventory.
How To Get the Staff of Ice Head Piece on The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
The next two parts, the Head Piece and the Staff itself, involve similar processes and can be acquired in any order. To get the Head Piece, navigate to the Neolithic Catacombs section of the map. Here, you'll need to interact with a wall adorned with a cave painting. If the wall isn't illuminated, you'll need to light it up using the Dark Aether lanterns scattered around the area. Shoot a lantern with purple fire, and it will eventually respawn in another lantern. Once the lantern nearest to the painted wall is lit, the symbols on the wall will become visible.
If the lanterns haven't spawned yet, visit the Dark Aether Nexus and return. If they're still absent, you might need to progress a few rounds. The symbols on the wall correspond to Roman Numerals, which you must shoot in ascending order from I to X. This step is forgiving; if you miss, you can resume from the last correct symbol. Use a bullet weapon to avoid messing up with splash or explosive damage.
Upon correctly completing this step, a constellation on the wall will light up, triggering a lockdown. Survive the onslaught of zombies and special enemies during this period, and the Staff of Ice Head Piece will be available at the mural and constellation wall.
How To Get the Staff of Ice Staff Piece on The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
The final piece, the Staff itself, is obtained in a similar manner. Head to the Tombs room and shoot the lanterns until the purple fire reaches the lantern nearest to the Bull Mural, where the bull's head faces left, charging at Romans. The wall will then display Roman Numerals, which you must shoot in order from I to VIII. Completing this will trigger another lockdown. Survive it, and you'll find the Staff piece ready to be collected.
How To Finish the Staff of Ice on The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
With all three parts in hand, head to the Dark Aether Nexus through the Door to Nowhere. At the central structure, place the Monocle, Head Piece, and Staff by holding the interact button. This action will trigger an intense wave of zombies, special, and possibly elite enemies trying to disrupt the assembly process. Defend the Staff of Ice until it's fully assembled. Stock up on perks, upgrade your weapons, and consider using GobbleGums like Kill Joy and Free Fire to enhance your defense.
Once successfully defended, the Staff of Ice will be yours to wield, ready to freeze your enemies in their tracks.
And that’s how to get the Staff of Ice on The Tomb in *Black Ops 6* Zombies.
*Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC*