With the launch of an exciting new *Call of Duty* Zombies map comes the return of the iconic Wonder Weapon, the Staff of Ice. Originally featured in *Black Ops II*’s Origins map, this powerful weapon is now available in *Black Ops 6* Zombies on The Tomb. Here's how you can secure the Staff of Ice for yourself.
Can You Get the Staff of Ice from the Mystery Box on The Tomb? Answered
In *Black Ops II*, obtaining the Staff of Ice required players to gather three parts to assemble it. In *Black Ops 6*, this method still applies, but fans eager to jump into the action on The Tomb will be delighted to know that the Staff of Ice can also be obtained directly from the Mystery Box. However, this depends heavily on RNG luck. Using the "Wunderbar!" GobbleGum may improve your chances, but it doesn't guarantee you'll get the Staff of Ice, especially since the Ray Gun is also in the mix. For those who prefer certainty over chance, here’s how to build the Staff of Ice step-by-step.
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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 Staff of Ice in *Black Ops 6* requires players to collect three parts to assemble it. The first part, the Monocle, is the easiest to obtain. It drops from the first Shock Mimic you kill in a match on The Tomb. Once the Shock Mimic is down, approach the Monocle 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 of the Staff of Ice involve similar puzzles and surviving lockdowns. You can acquire these parts in any order.
To obtain the Staff of Ice’s Head Piece, navigate to the Neolithic Catacombs section of the map. Locate the wall with the cave painting and prepare to shoot the illuminated sections. If the wall isn't lit up, you'll need to light it using the Dark Aether lanterns scattered around the area. Shoot a lantern with purple fire, and it will eventually respawn in a different one. 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 not there, you might need to progress a few rounds.
The symbols on the wall correspond to Roman Numerals. You must shoot them in order from least to greatest: I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, and X. This step is forgiving, allowing you to resume from the last correct hit if you make a mistake. Use a bullet weapon to avoid disrupting the sequence with splash or explosive damage.
Upon completing this correctly, a constellation will light up on the wall, triggering a lockdown. You'll need to fend off zombies and special enemies during this period. Aim to complete this on the lowest round possible, ensuring you're equipped with armor, perks, and possibly a Pack-a-Punched weapon. Once the lockdown ends, you can collect the Staff of Ice Head Piece from 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 similarly to the Head Piece. Head to the Tombs room and repeat the process with the lanterns until the purple fire reaches the Bull Mural, where the bull's head faces left, charging at Romans. The wall will then display Roman Numerals. Shoot them in ascending order from I to VIII. This action will trigger another lockdown. Survive it, and you'll find the third part of the Staff of Ice, ready to be assembled at the Dark Aether Nexus.
How To Finish the Staff of Ice on The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
With all parts collected, open the Door to Nowhere and head to the Dark Aether Nexus. At the central structure, place the three parts by holding the interact button. This action will trigger a wave of zombies, special, and possibly elite enemies to attack, attempting to disrupt the assembly process. Defend the Staff of Ice until it's fully assembled. This can be challenging, so stock up on perks, upgrade your weapons, and consider using GobbleGums like Kill Joy and Free Fire to boost your damage output.
Once successfully defended, the Staff of Ice will be assembled and ready for use.
And that’s how to obtain 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
