Mastering the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies Staff of Ice Upgrade
The Staff of Ice, a unique Wonder Weapon in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies, starts weak but transforms into a high-round powerhouse after an upgrade. This guide details the upgrade process on The Tomb map.
Prerequisites:
Before upgrading, acquire the Staff of Ice either from the Mystery Box or by assembling its three parts. Early access to the Dark Aether Nexus (via the Door to Nowhere) is crucial.
Upgrade Steps:
Step 1: Freezing Dark Aether Crystals
Freeze three Dark Aether Crystals rapidly using the Staff of Ice. These crystals are found in underground lanterns (black frame, purple fire). Perks like Stamin-Up and PHD Flopper (with Tribologist) enhance speed. Optimize your route; starting in the tomb area, then Shrine of the Hierophants, and finally the Subterranean Temple entrance lantern is efficient. Archibald's quote confirms successful completion. Enter the Dark Aether Nexus.
Step 2: Dark Aether Nexus Floating Rocks
Locate three floating rocks with glowing purple Runes in the Dark Aether Nexus. Each Rune has a unique symbol. Note these symbols. Shoot each Rune with the Staff of Ice (a hitmarker confirms success). This lowers the rocks, making the Runes easier to target. A scoped weapon aids accuracy. The order is irrelevant; shoot all three.
Step 3: Rune Symbol Puzzle
Find the portal replaced by a stone wall in the Dark Aether Nexus and return to the corresponding map area. Shoot the three Runes on the wall matching the symbols from the floating rocks. The portal will reopen, regardless of accuracy. Incorrect symbols result in a mid-air Dark Aether Nexus drop; wait for the next round if necessary. Correct symbols lead to a floating rock and a purple orb. Interact with the orb.
Step 4: Soul Chest Orb Escort
Escort the moving Orb, killing zombies near it to fuel its movement. Purple trails from kills power the Orb. Guide it to the central Dark Aether Nexus structure, where a small purple portal appears. Interact with the portal to upgrade the Staff of Ice to Ull's Arrow.
Ull's Arrow Abilities:
Ull's Arrow boasts a powerful charged AoE attack and an alternate fire for reviving downed players, similar to its Origins counterpart.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
