Upgrade Ice Staff in Black Ops 6 Zombies

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. This guide details its upgrade process on The Tomb map.

Upgrade Prerequisites:

First, acquire the Staff of Ice. This can be found in the Mystery Box or crafted from its three component parts. Early access to the Dark Aether Nexus, via the Door to Nowhere, is crucial for upgrade progression.

Upgrade Steps:

Step 1: Freezing Dark Aether Crystals

Freeze three Dark Aether Crystals rapidly using the Staff of Ice. These crystals reside in underground Dark Aether lanterns (black frame, purple glow). Perks like Stamin-Up and PHD Flopper (with Tribologist) significantly aid this step. Optimize your route by strategically waiting for lantern spawns to cluster closer together. A suggested route involves the tomb area, the Shrine of the Hierophants, and finally the lantern near the Subterranean Temple entrance (avoiding the one near Quick Revive due to distance). Successful completion triggers a quote from Archibald, signaling progression to the Dark Aether Nexus.

Step 2: Targeting Floating Runes

Within the Dark Aether Nexus, locate three floating rocks with glowing purple Runes. Each Rune displays a unique symbol. Shoot each Rune with the Staff of Ice (a hitmarker confirms success). This lowers the rocks, improving visibility. A scoped weapon might enhance accuracy. The order of shooting is inconsequential.

Step 3: Deciphering the Rune Puzzle

Return to the main map. A stone wall will replace a portal. Locate the corresponding area and find a wall with Runic symbols. Shoot the three symbols matching those noted on the floating rocks. The portal will open (regardless of accuracy). Incorrect symbols result in a mid-air Dark Aether Nexus drop. Multiple failures might require waiting for the next round. Correct symbols lead to a floating rock and a purple orb. Interact with the orb.

Step 4: Orb Escort and Upgrade

The activated orb begins moving. Kill zombies near it; their essence fuels its movement. Guide the orb to the central Dark Aether Nexus structure. Interact with the resulting purple 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 mode for reviving downed teammates, mirroring the weapon's functionality in Black Ops 2 and 3.

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