Collecting the Aether Canister is one of the last steps to completing the BO6 Zombies Liberty Falls Easter Egg, unlocking a special cutscene in return. Since it’s the puzzle’s final step, it proves to be the most difficult challenge yet.
To help you with this feat, here’s how to find and use the Aether Canister inCall of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies.
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How to get the Aether Canister in Black Ops 6 Zombies
Before you do anything else, you mustobtain theJet Gunandcraft the LTG Deviceto unlock the Aether Canister inBO6 Zombies. The Jet Gun can be crafted by locating its corresponding pieces or unlocking it through the Mystery Box. Then, you can use it to suck up the parts for the LTG pieces across the map.
Using the LTG Device to unlock the Aether Canister
Once you’ve acquired theLTG Device, place it on an item below theDark Aether Storm areas. They’re easily noticeable with their purple-colored skies near the Church or Olly’s Comics. It doesn’t matter which one you go to first, so choose any place you please.
You mustprotect the portal here for one minute.Just make sure you don’t let any zombies get sucked up in the portal, or it will cause damage to it. I found using the Jet Gun or the Energy Mine Field Upgrade extremely beneficial here. These two items cover a wide range, which will help you out significantly with this stage. But if the portal takes in too much damage, you must trigger the next round to begin this process again.
Those who protect the portal willspawn an Elite Mangler or an Abomination(it will glow gold). They’ll have different names than standard mini-bosses to help you tell the difference. For instance, my Abomination was labeled “Tigholt,” while the Mangler was known as “Idori.”
You mustinflict enough damage to these Elite Zombies without killing them.Keep shooting at the enemy until you see black smoke around them. The game will also notify you that it has been heavily injured. At this point, you mustthen go to the Churchat the C6 coordinates (leave the Elite Zombie alone for now).
How to use Aether Canister in Black Ops 6 Zombies
Now that you have the Aether Canister, you’re able to use it byplacing it near a Dark Aether Field Generator trap.I recommend using the one at the E4 coordinates (pathway to Church) to help you out later on. When you have the Aether Canister on hand, you won’t be able to sprint, so watch out for enemies.
Lure over the Elite Zombie to the trap and try toeliminate it with the Dark Aether energyon the ground (it costs 1,000 Essence to activate). I highly suggest getting the enemy’s health down as low as possible first, just so they die quickly.
Grab the Aether Canisterwith the enemy’s life source inside andplace it in the Church machine in under one minute and 30 seconds(hence why you used the trap near here). You’ll likely have to repeat the process all over again if you fail to do so.
Black Ops 6 Zombies Strauss Counter guide: All projector locations
You canuse the Strauss Counter by holding the Tactical Equipment button. It features three colors: red, green, and yellow. This appearance correlates to the projector’s colors, which you’ll need to change based on what the Strauss Counter shows. Theprojector’s color must be the opposite of the Strauss Counter’s.
So, if the device displays red, you must change the projector to green. Here’s a list of changes you need to do:
Now that you know what to do, let’s break down all of the Strauss Counter projector locations inBlack Ops 6 Zombies.
You’ll find the projector on the lower building:
After you’ve interacted with all three projectors,return to the initial spawn point at H5.
Repeat the same procedure of protecting the portalfor a short duration, and then capturing the Elite Zombie’s life energy with the Aether Canister. Return it to the Church machine to trigger the Final Counter challenge.
How to complete the Final Encounter in Black Ops 6 Zombies Liberty Falls
The final act of the Liberty Falls Easter Egg is finally here. You’ll now see an option toactivate SDG (Start the Final Encounter) on the Church Machine. It’s best to prepare beforehand with Perk a Colas and a Tier 3 Pack-a-Punched weapon, as this will be the point of no return. The Jet Gun also proves beneficial here, given that it helps clear out hordes of zombies. I recommend picking up the Mutant Injection perk as well, allowing you toturn into a Mangler. It’s possible to do this challenge solo, but having a team will make it much more accessible.
When beginning the Final Encounter inBlack Ops 6Zombies, you’ll need to survive the following phases:
As long as you come prepared with the items I mentioned beforehand, you should be able to survive through the match. Once all the enemies are defeated, all players will be downed. Don’t worry; this is all part of the storyline, so you’ll still live to see another day. A cutscene will commence shortly after, where you’ll have thedecision to continue playing through the match to pick up rewards or simply exit the round. For the best outcome, continue playing the round to grab gifts like the Ray Gun, Legendary weapons, and many more.
