Armor is a crucial element in the *Call of Duty* Zombies arsenal, and players seeking an armor upgrade beyond Tier 3 can find it through a new Easter egg in *Black Ops 6*'s The Tomb map. This guide details how to obtain the coveted Gold Armor Vest.
What Does Gold Armor Do in Black Ops 6 Zombies?
First introduced in Modern Warfare 3 Zombies, the Gold Armor Vest addresses the frustration of constantly replenishing armor. Unlike standard armor, the Gold Armor Vest slowly regenerates itself over time, eliminating the need for constant re-plating, even without armor plates in your inventory. This is a game-changer for resource management, ensuring you're always protected against powerful enemies like Amalgams.
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How To Get Gold Armor on The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
Here's the step-by-step process for acquiring the Gold Armor Vest:
- Acquire two statue heads: Locate these within the Dark Aether Nexus, hidden inside destructible wooden boxes. Melee the boxes to reveal the heads.
- Place the statue heads: Repair the ruined Roman statues in the Dig Site area using the acquired heads. One statue is near the Ammo Cache, the other near the Roman Mausoleum (Pack-a-Punch area).
- Complete two Blood Sacrifices: After placing both heads, a Blood Sacrifice will become available. Survive these challenging encounters.
- Purchase the Gold Armor Vest: After completing both Blood Sacrifices, the Gold Armor Vest will be available for purchase as a Wall Buy in the Roman Mausoleum.
Where To Find the Statue Heads in The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
The first statue head is located in a box near a palm tree in the corner of the Dark Aether Nexus, closest to the green Gateway portal. The second is easily found near the Juggernog Perk Machine, on the same raised platform.
How To Use the Statue Heads on The Tomb in Black Ops 6 Zombies
Once you have both statue heads, return to the Dig Site. Place them on the ruined statues—one near the Ammo Cache, the other near the Roman Mausoleum. Interacting with the repaired statues will initiate the Blood Sacrifice.
How To Survive the Blood Sacrifice in Black Ops 6 Zombies
The Blood Sacrifice spawns multiple high-value target (HVT) versions of Shock Mimics and Doppelghasts. Players are reduced to 1 HP during the challenge, but damage is absorbed by armor. A Tier 3 vest and ample armor plates are highly recommended.
Solo players can strategically use a Mutant Injection to transform into a Mangler, becoming temporarily invincible. In co-op, utilizing a Chopper Gunner can significantly ease the challenge.
Once both Blood Sacrifices are completed, the Gold Armor Vest will be available at the Roman Mausoleum Wall Buy.
This concludes your guide to obtaining the Gold Armor Vest in Black Ops 6 Zombies.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
