Armor has become an essential element in the arsenal of Operators tackling *Call of Duty* Zombies. For those looking to enhance their protection beyond the standard Tier 3, a new Easter egg on The Tomb map in *Black Ops 6* offers the chance to acquire the coveted Gold Armor Vest. Here’s a detailed guide on securing this valuable asset in *Black Ops 6* Zombies.
What Does Gold Armor Do in Black Ops 6 Zombies?
First introduced in *Modern Warfare 3* Zombies, Gold Armor addresses the common frustration of needing to constantly replenish armor plates after taking damage. In *Black Ops 6*, Gold Armor continues this feature by automatically repairing over time. While players can still manually apply armor plates, the Gold Armor Vest ensures that armor regenerates even without plates in your inventory. This crucial upgrade aids in resource management and provides a safeguard against one-hit downs by formidable foes like Amalgams.
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How To Get Gold Armor on The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
To obtain the Gold Armor on The Tomb in *Black Ops 6* Zombies, 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 initiate the Blood Sacrifices necessary for unlocking the Gold Armor, you must first 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 map.
The statue heads are found inside wooden boxes in the Dark Aether Nexus. To access them, you’ll need to destroy these boxes using melee attacks. Once a box is broken, hold the interact button to collect the statue head.
The first head is located near a palm tree in the corner of the Dark Aether Nexus closest to the green Gateway portal. The second head is easier to find, positioned near the Juggernog Perk Machine on the same elevated platform.
How To Use the Statue Heads on The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
After collecting both heads, return to the Dig Site near The Tomb’s initial spawn point. Here, you’ll find two Roman Statues:
- One near the Ammo Cache, by the door leading out of spawn towards the Neolithic Catacombs. Interact with this statue to place the head and repair it.
- The other near the Roman Mausoleum, where the Pack-a-Punch machine spawns. Place the second head on this statue to complete the repair.
Once both heads are placed, a new UI prompt will appear when you approach the statues, allowing you to start a Blood Sacrifice.
How To Survive the Blood Sacrifice in Black Ops 6 Zombies
The Blood Sacrifice spawns at least three powerful High-Value Targets (HVTs) of Shock Mimics and Doppelghasts. In solo play, three HVTs appear, while co-op matches may see more depending on the number of players. During the Blood Sacrifice, your health is locked at 1 HP, with all damage directed to your armor plates. Therefore, ensure you have a Tier 3 vest and sufficient armor plates before beginning.
The challenge does not clear existing enemies, so it’s advisable to activate it at the end of a round. Players cannot heal or use powerful support like Chopper Gunners and Mutant Injections once the challenge starts, making it particularly difficult.
For solo players, a Mutant Injection can be a game-changer. By timing the activation just as the Blood Sacrifice begins, you can transform into a Mangler, immune to damage. Surround yourself with the HVTs and melee them until they’re defeated.
In co-op, the strategy is simpler. One player activates the challenge from within the Dig Site while another, positioned outside, deploys a Chopper Gunner. The player inside should herd the HVTs into a visible area, allowing the Chopper Gunner to take them out from above.
Upon completing both Blood Sacrifices, the Gold Armor Vest becomes available as a free Wall Buy in the Roman Mausoleum.
And that’s the complete guide to obtaining the Gold Armor on The Tomb in *Black Ops 6* Zombies.
*Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC*.
