In the thrilling world of *Call of Duty: Black Ops 6* Zombies, armor plays a crucial role in keeping Operators alive amidst the undead chaos. For those looking to elevate their armor beyond the standard Tier 3, a new Easter egg on The Tomb map offers a chance to acquire the coveted Gold Armor Vest. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to obtain this game-changing piece of gear.
What Does Gold Armor Do in Black Ops 6 Zombies?
Gold Armor, first introduced in *Modern Warfare 3* Zombies, revolutionizes the way players manage their armor. Initially designed to address the frustration of constantly needing to re-plate after taking damage, Gold Armor automatically repairs itself over time. This feature is carried over into *Black Ops 6*, where players can choose to manually plate up or let the armor self-repair, even without any plates in their inventory. This makes Gold Armor an essential asset for resource management and survival, especially against formidable foes like Amalgams that can down you in a single hit if your armor fails.
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How To Get Gold Armor on The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
To secure the Gold Armor Vest on The Tomb, follow these steps:
- Acquire 2 statue heads from the Dark Aether Nexus.
- Place the statue heads on the ruined statues in the Dig Site.
- Activate and survive two "Blood Sacrifices."
- Purchase the Gold Armor Vest in the Roman Mausoleum.
Where To Find the Statue Heads in The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
To kick off the Blood Sacrifices and unlock the Gold Armor, you need to locate two statue heads within the Dark Aether Nexus. These heads are crucial for repairing the Roman statues in the Dig Site area of The Tomb map.
The statue heads are hidden inside wooden boxes that you must destroy with melee attacks. Once the box is broken, interact with the exposed head to pick it up. The first box is tucked away near a palm tree in the corner of the Dark Aether Nexus closest to the green Gateway portal. The second is easily spotted near the Juggernog Perk Machine on the same raised platform.
How To Use the Statue Heads on The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
With both heads in hand, head to the Dig Site near The Tomb's initial spawn point. You'll find two Roman Statues here. The first is near the Ammo Cache by the door leading out of spawn towards the Neolithic Catacombs. Interact with it to place the head and repair the statue. The second is further up the Dig Site, near the Roman Mausoleum where the Pack-a-Punch machine spawns. Interact again to place the second head on this statue.
After placing both heads, a new UI prompt will appear when you approach the statues, instructing you to start the Blood Sacrifice.
How To Survive the Blood Sacrifice in Black Ops 6 Zombies
The Blood Sacrifice is a challenging ordeal, spawning at least three high-value target (HVT) versions of Shock Mimics and Doppelghasts. In solo play, three HVTs appear, while in co-op, the number increases with more players. During the challenge, your health is locked at 1 HP, and all damage is absorbed by your armor plates. Ensure you have a Tier 3 vest and plenty of plates before starting.
It's advisable to initiate the Blood Sacrifice at the end of a round to avoid additional enemies. You cannot heal or use powerful support like Chopper Gunners or Mutant Injections once the challenge begins. However, there are strategies to make this easier:
- For solo players, grab a Mutant Injection before starting. As you activate the Blood Sacrifice, spam the input to turn into a Mangler. Time it right, and you'll transform just as the challenge starts. Melee the HVTs in a tight half-circle until they're defeated.
- In co-op, not all players need to be in the Dig Site to start the challenge. Have one player activate it while another stays outside with a Chopper Gunner. As the Blood Sacrifice begins, call in the Chopper Gunner, and have the player inside guide the HVTs into the open for easy aerial elimination.
Once both Blood Sacrifices are successfully completed, the Gold Armor Vest becomes available as a free Wall Buy in the Roman Mausoleum.
And that’s how you secure the Gold Armor on The Tomb in *Black Ops 6* Zombies. Enhance your gameplay and stay ahead of the undead with this ultimate armor upgrade.
*Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC*.
