Step-by-Step Guide to Completing the Exit 115 Lightning Ritual in Ashes of the Damned (BO7 Zombies)

As you delve deeper into the Ashes of the Damned Easter egg within Black Ops 7 Zombies, an intriguing challenge awaits you at Reba’s Diner. This step involves interacting with lost souls, three distinct zombies, and the element of lightning. Fortunately, we have crafted a comprehensive guide to help you navigate this phase efficiently, bringing you closer to completing the main Easter egg on any mode—be it Standard, Directed, or Cursed.

In this guide, we will outline a systematic approach to handle the lightning encounters at Reba’s Diner, focusing on ensuring that each zombie reaches its designated lightning spot within the time limit. Additionally, we will share strategies to summon lightning even when it’s not present during certain rounds.

Activating Lightning at Reba’s Diner

Your journey begins by acquiring the DG-2 Turret installed on Ol’ Tessie, located near the clock tower in Ashwood. Notably, lightning strikes at Exit 115 every two rounds. However, you don’t have to wait for this natural occurrence. Instead, take Ol’ Tessie to Exit 115 and use the DG-2 Turret to shoot at a specific lamp post that is sparking but unlit. Target the correct lamp post to initiate a chain reaction where a new lamp post sparks, allowing you to shoot three times in succession. This action will force lightning to strike Exit 115, an opportunity available in every round.

With lightning successfully activated at Reba’s Diner, your next step is to initiate the Ritual of Massacre. Accomplish this by firing the DG-2 Turret at the clock tower in Ashwood, then use the Necrofluid Gauntlet on a charged clock face to imbue yourself with Time Essence. Once endowed with this power, drive to Exit 115 and prepare to shoot the clock located on the south rooftop of McDougal’s Service Station. However, hold off on shooting just yet, as this will trigger a time-sensitive step requiring you to complete the ritual within 60 seconds.

Guidelines for Guiding the Three Zombies to Their Lightning Spots

During the lightning component at Reba’s Diner, you will be tasked with guiding specific souls into three designated zombies near Exit 115. It is crucial to remember that you only have 60 seconds to complete this step. The silver lining is that if a zombie has already been successfully placed in its lightning spot, you won’t have to repeat the process in future rounds.

Zombie #1: The Mechanic

Initially, locate the Mechanic zombie slumped beside the car in McDougal’s Service Station. To awaken him, you will need to direct Klaus to stomp near the boot of the car. You can summon Klaus by spending 2, 000 Essence at the respective station. Once the Mechanic is up, climb onto the Service Station rooftop to lead him into the orange lightning.

Zombie #2: The Trucker

For the second zombie, maneuver Ol’ Tessie into the cargo area of the red truck positioned near Reba’s Diner. This action will prompt the truck’s doors to swing open, revealing the slumbering Trucker. Now, guide him to the rooftop where he can be placed in the pink lightning.

Zombie #3: The Waitress

For the final zombie, ensure you have the Melee Macchiato equipped. Head into Reba’s Diner and punch the cash register located opposite the soda machine. This will rouse the Waitress from her slumber. After waking her, ascend to the Diner’s rooftop and direct her to the purple lightning. You can reach the rooftop by climbing on top of Ol’ Tessie, which should be parked conveniently near the red truck, or by scaling the truck’s hood.

Once all three zombies have been successfully positioned in their respective lightning spots, wispy effects will emerge, along with a voice confirmation from the Entity, indicating the completion of this step. It’s worth noting that these tasks do not need to be accomplished in the same round; once a zombie is secured in its lightning spot, it will remain there permanently.

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