The Staff of Ice stands out as an intriguing Wonder Weapon in the *Call of Duty* series. While its basic form may seem underwhelming, its upgraded version, Ull’s Arrow, is essential for tackling high rounds and completing main quest Easter eggs in *Black Ops 6* Zombies. Here's a detailed guide on how to upgrade the Staff of Ice on The Tomb map.
Prerequisites for Upgrading the Staff of Ice in Black Ops 6 Zombies
To begin the upgrade process, you need to meet two main prerequisites. First, you must acquire the Staff of Ice itself. You can obtain this Wonder Weapon from the Mystery Box or by assembling it using its three essential parts.
The upgrade steps are centered around the Dark Aether Nexus. To progress, ensure you open the Door to Nowhere early on to access the Dark Aether.
How To Upgrade the Staff of Ice in Black Ops 6 Zombies
Step 1: Freeze Dark Aether Crystals
The first task involves freezing the Dark Aether Crystals found within the lanterns in the underground sections of The Tomb. These lanterns are identifiable by their black frames and glowing purple fire.
You need to use the Staff of Ice to freeze three of these crystals in quick succession. To increase your chances of success, equip perks like Stamin-Up and PHD Flopper with the Tribologist Minor Augment to boost your movement speed.
The route you choose and the manipulation of lantern spawns are crucial. Consider waiting a few rounds to optimize their positions. Start at the tomb area, then move to the Shrine of the Hierophants, and finally to the entrance of the Subterranean Temple. Ensure one of the lanterns is active; the one near Quick Revive is too distant to reach in time. After successfully completing this step, you'll hear a quote from Archibald, signaling you to proceed to the Dark Aether Nexus.
Step 2: Floating Rocks in the Dark Aether Nexus
In the Dark Aether Nexus, locate three floating rocks with glowing purple Runes, each displaying a unique symbol. These symbols may vary each game, so take note of them.
Shoot each Rune with the Staff of Ice. Aiming accurately can be challenging, but a successful hit will be confirmed by a hitmarker and will cause the rock to descend, making the Rune more visible. Using a sniper rifle or a weapon with a medium to high zoom scope can help you spot these symbols more easily. The order in which you shoot the rocks doesn't matter, as long as you hit all three.
Step 3: Rune Symbols Puzzle
After completing the second step, a stone wall will replace one of the portals back to the main map. Return to the corresponding area on the map to find a wall adorned with glowing Runic icons. Identify and shoot the three symbols that match those you noted on the floating rocks using the Staff of Ice. This action will reopen the portal.
Note that the portal will open regardless of the symbols you shoot, but incorrect symbols will drop you from mid-air in the Dark Aether Nexus. If you fail multiple times, you may need to wait a few rounds for the stone wall to reappear.
If you shoot the correct symbols, you'll find yourself on a floating rock within the Dark Aether Nexus, facing a purple orb. Interact with the orb to move to the next step.
Step 4: Soul Chest Orb Escort
After interacting with the orb, follow it and kill zombies nearby to fuel its movement with a purple trail. Aggressively gather kills to keep the orb moving towards the central structure in the Dark Aether Nexus. Once the orb reaches and settles into the structure, interact with the resulting small purple portal to upgrade your Staff of Ice into Ull’s Arrow.
What Does the Upgraded Ice Staff Do in Black Ops 6 Zombies? Answered
The upgraded Staff of Ice, now known as Ull’s Arrow, retains the powerful charge attack seen in previous *Call of Duty* games, delivering high area-of-effect damage. Additionally, it features an alternate fire mode that can revive downed teammates, making it a versatile tool in high-stakes scenarios.
And that's the complete process for upgrading the Staff of Ice in *Black Ops 6* Zombies.
*Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC*
