How to Find All Keys in Black Ops 7 Zombies
Once players solve the Serum puzzle in Ashes of the Damned, the next phase of the main Easter egg quest begins-and it's one of the most dangerous steps in the entire map. You'll need to locate three special keys scattered across the interconnecting roads leading out of Ashwood.
This guide covers all key spawn locations in Ashes of the Damned, explains what each key does, and offers tips for safely delivering them to the locked chest in Rabbit Alley.
How the Keys Work in Ashes of the Damned
Before attempting to collect any of the keys, you must have the Necrofluid Gauntlet. Each key appears as a faint colored glint in the environment. When you spot one:
1. Shoot the glowing key with the Necrofluid Gauntlet
2. Reload to pull the key toward you
3. Pick it up from the ground
Each key applies a unique negative effect when picked up. That effect remains active until the key is delivered to the locked chest in Rabbit Alley, Ashwood. Because of this, it's strongly recommended to enter Ol' Tessie immediately after picking up a key and drive straight back to Ashwood.
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All Bruin Key (Yellow Key) Locations in Ashes of the Damned
The Bruin Key, also known as the Yellow Key, can spawn in three locations along the Crashed Rocket road, which connects Ashwood to the Zarya Cosmodrome.
Bruin Key Effect
When picked up, the Bruin Key forces you to use melee attacks only. All ranged weapons are disabled, making survival extremely risky on foot.
Yellow Key Spawn Locations
·Cliffside Exit from Ashwood
Found on the cliff immediately after passing through the gate from Ashwood into the Crashed Rocket road.
·Crashed Pylon (Road Center)
Located on the wrecked pylon in the middle of the Crashed Rocket road.
·Array Tower at Zarya Cosmodrome
Found near the top middle section of the array tower. Face southwest from the Crashed Rocket road to spot the glow.
Tip: Do not attempt to fight zombies on foot with this key. Grab it, enter Ol' Tessie, and return to Rabbit Alley immediately.
All Nightbird Key (Red Key) Locations in Ashes of the Damned
The Nightbird Key, or Red Key, spawns along the Orda Graveyard road, which connects Ashwood to Exit 115. This is one of the hardest keys to locate visually due to the fiery environment.
Nightbird Key Effect
Picking up the Nightbird Key causes you to lose a chunk of health that does not regenerate. The only way to recover is by depositing the key in the locked chest.
Red Key Spawn Locations
·Back of T-Rex Skull (Ashwood Exit)
Found behind the large T. rex skull on the ground when leaving Ashwood, facing south.
·InsideT. Rexx Skull Jaw (Orda Graveyard)
Located inside the left jaw of thT. rexex skull on the northwest cliff in the Orda Graveyard.
·Project Janus Trucks (Exit 115)
Found behind the Project Janus trucks, northeast when exiting from Exit 115.
Tip: Because your health will not regenerate, do not linger. Get into Ol' Tessie immediately to avoid being overwhelmed.
All Terrapin Key (Green Key) Locations in Ashes of the Damned
The Terrapin Key, also called the Green Key, is found along the Grounded Ship road between Ashwood and Vandorn Farm. All spawns are located on or beneath the ship itself.
Terrapin Key Effect
This key disables your sprint, making it extremely dangerous to stay on foot. Zombies will easily outrun you.
Green Key Spawn Locations
·Under the Ship (East-Facing)
Found beneath the ship resting on two barrels when facing east.
·Open Window Shelf (Southeast-Facing)
Located on the ship's surface, sitting on a shelf inside an open window facing southeast.
·Blue Shipping Container (Northwest-Facing)
Found inside a slightly open door of a blue shipping container on top of the ship, facing northwest.
Tip: Since sprinting is disabled, entering Ol' Tessie is mandatory for survival after picking this key up.
Delivering the Keys and Finishing the Quest
Once all three keys-the Bruin, Nightbird, and Terrapin-are delivered to the locked chest in Rabbit Alley, the debuffs are removed, and the quest progresses. This step is essential for:
·Completing the final upgrade for Ol' Tessie
·Advancing the Ashes of theDamned'sd main Easter egg
·Unlocking late-game progression rewards
Each key has only three possible spawn locations. If you can't find one, move closer; the glow occasionally won't render until proximity is sufficient.
Final Tips for Key Collection
·Always have Ol' Tessie nearby before grabbing a key
·Clear zombies before searching, but don't linger
·If the key isn't visible, reposition and recheck the area
·Coordinate with teammates to watch your back
With the correct knowledge and preparation, collecting all keys in Ashes of the Damned becomes manageable instead of deadly. Follow these locations carefully, and you'll be one step closer to completing one of Black Ops 7 Zombies' most challenging Easter egg quests.