How To Upgrade the Staff of Ice in Black Ops 6 Zombies

Mastering the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies Staff of Ice Upgrade: A Comprehensive Guide

The Staff of Ice, a unique Wonder Weapon in Black Ops 6 Zombies, starts weak but transforms into a high-round powerhouse. This guide details its upgrade process on The Tomb map.

Upgrade Prerequisites:

Before upgrading, you need the Staff of Ice itself. Obtain it from the Mystery Box or by collecting its three parts. Early access to the Dark Aether Nexus via the Door to Nowhere is crucial.

Step-by-Step Upgrade Guide:

Step 1: Freezing Dark Aether Crystals

Quickly freeze three Dark Aether Crystals found within underground lanterns (black frame, purple glow). Perks like Stamin-Up and PHD Flopper (with Tribologist) significantly aid this step. Optimize your route; starting in the tomb area, then the Shrine of the Hierophants, and finally the Subterranean Temple entrance is efficient. Ensure at least one of the illustrated lanterns is active. Success triggers a quote from Archibald, signaling progression to the Dark Aether Nexus.

Step 2: Targeting Floating Runes in the Dark Aether Nexus

Locate three floating rocks with glowing purple Runes in the Dark Aether Nexus. Each Rune bears a unique symbol; note these. Use the Staff of Ice to shoot each Rune (a hitmarker confirms success). Shooting causes the rocks to descend, improving visibility. A scoped weapon may enhance accuracy. The order of shooting is inconsequential.

Step 3: Solving the Rune Symbol Puzzle

A stone wall replaces a portal back to the main map. Find the corresponding area and locate a wall with Runic symbols. Shoot the three symbols matching those noted in Step 2 with the Ice Staff. The portal will open regardless of accuracy, but incorrect symbols result in a mid-air Dark Aether Nexus drop. Multiple failures may require waiting for the next round. Correct symbols lead to a floating rock and a purple orb. Interact with the orb.

Step 4: Escorting the Soul Chest Orb

The activated orb moves; follow it and kill zombies nearby. Killed zombies contribute purple energy to the orb, fueling its movement. Guide the orb to the central structure in the Dark Aether Nexus, where it forms a small purple portal. Interact with it to upgrade the Staff of Ice to Ull's Arrow.

Ull's Arrow Abilities:

The upgraded Ull's Arrow boasts a powerful charged AoE attack and an alternate fire mode for reviving downed players.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.