How to Upgrade Gorgofex in Reckoning for Black Ops 6 Zombies

In the climactic finale of Black Ops 6 Zombies, the Reckoning map introduces the Gorgofex, a powerful new Wonder Weapon with a dark secret. Upgrading this weapon is not merely a technical process; it's a moral choice that will shape the fate of two key characters: Blanchard, Janus' head of security, and Panos, a brilliant scientist who has spiraled into madness. Your decision will lead you down one of two distinct paths, each with its own consequences and a unique, upgraded version of the Gorgofex.Here is a comprehensive and detailed guide on how to complete both upgrade quests.

Black Ops 6 Zombies: Upgrade Gorgofex in Reckoning

Upgrade Path 1: Gorgofex C (Save Blanchard/Kill Panos)

Choosing this path aligns you with Blanchard, an ally of Richtofen, to stop the deranged scientist Panos. This upgrade yields the Gorgofex C, a powerful lightning-based variant.

Step 1: Trigger the Quest by Speaking with Blanchard

After you have successfully acquired the base Gorgofex, your first objective is to initiate the quest.

• Navigate to the top floor of the T1 tower, specifically the T1 Executive Suite.
• Find the large, closed metal door on the north wall of the suite.
• Interact with this door to trigger a brief cutscene where Blanchard will appear behind it. This conversation is the essential first step to begin this upgrade path.

Step 2: Push the Red Button and Defend the Maintenance Klaus

With the quest underway, you'll need to disable a key system to disrupt Panos.

• Return to the T1 Project Janus Reception room at the spawn area.
• You'll notice a red button that is no longer covered. Press it to summon a Maintenance Klaus.
• The Klaus will begin to work on one of the room's terminals. Your job is to protect it from the incoming zombie horde. The Gorgofex is perfect forthis, as its charged shot can suspend zombies in anti-gravity, buyingyou precious time.
• Once the Klaus finishes its work, the elevator on the left, which leads to the T1 Quantum Computing Core, will be shut down.

Step 3: Use the Parachute to Bypass the Shut-Down Elevator

The next part of the quest requires some clever navigation to bypass the now-closed elevator.

• Take the right elevator from spawn up to the T1 Mutant Research Lab.
• On the right side of this room, you will find a hole in the floor. Jump down it and deploy your parachute to land safely in the T1 Quantum Computing Core.
• From here, you must jump down the elevator shaft that you just disabled. Asyou fall, use your parachute to control your descent and interact withthe red buttons located on the walls of the shaft.
• Once all the buttons are pressed, the elevator will reactivate, bringing you back up to the Quantum Computing Core, where you can now interact withPanos, who has been transformed into a pulsing electric orb.

Step 4: Purge Panos’s Influence and Claim the Gorgofex C

The final step is to purge Panos's corrupted energy and claim your upgraded weapon.

• After interacting with Panos, blue orbs will start flying around the room and possessing zombies, turning their eyes a vibrant blue.
• You must use your Gorgofex to kill these blue-eyed zombies. Keep slaying them until the blue orbs stop infecting new targets.
• Once you have killed enough of the possessed zombies, all the blue orbs will manifest and converge on the central console. An apparition of Panoswill appear and deliver a final line of dialogue.
• Interact with this apparition to transfer his soul into your Gorgofex. Thisaction kills Panos and transforms your weapon into the Gorgofex C, a model that fires devastating lightning blasts. This upgraded version can also now be Pack-a-Punched.

Upgrade Path 2: Gorgofex N (Save Panos/Kill Blanchard)

This path is considered the more "villainous" route, siding with theunstable Panos against Blanchard. This upgrade grants you the Gorgofex N, which fires powerful acid rounds.

Step 1: Trigger the Quest by Speaking with Blanchard

Just like the other path, you must speak with Blanchard to begin the quest. This action is the trigger for both storylines.

• Go to the T1 Executive Suite at the top of the T1 tower.
• Interact with the closed metal door on the north wall to speak with Blanchard and set the events in motion.

Step 2: Acquire the Strauss Counter and Life Drain Serum

This step involves tracking down two key components for your mission.

• Return to the T1 Quantum Computing Core. On the central control terminal on the southeast side, you will find the Strauss Counter. Pick it up; it will be equipped in your tactical grenade slot.
• Next, head to the T2 Android Assembly room. Use the Strauss Counter in your hand to find a "High" reading, whichwill appear as a red zone on the screen. This high-reading area islocated behind a zombie barrier, to the left of the Double Tap Root Beer machine.
• Fire a charged shot from your Gorgofex at the box on the floor to spawn the Life Drain Serum. Pick it up to continue.

Step 3: Collect the Three Components

With the serum in hand, you need to collect three more specific items from around the map.

• Clean Hood: Found on the north wall of the T1 Bioweapons Lab, the same room where you originally acquired the Cyst.
• PC Fan: Located inside the T2 Dark Entity Containment room on a collapsed server to the left of the Arsenal.
• Tubing: Found in the F1 Quantum Computing Lab, behind a blue generator and some white boxes in the outdoor area near the Speed Cola machine.

Step 4: The 90-Second Lockdown and Final Upgrade

The final step is a dangerous, timed event that results in Blanchard's demise and your upgrade.

• With all the items, return to the T1 Executive Suite and interact with Blanchard's door. This will automatically craft the Essence Extractor.
• Interact with the Essence Extractor to begin a perilous 90-second lockdown. During this time, all zombies will relentlessly attack the machine. You must be well-prepared with powerful weapons, perks, and armor tosurvive and protect the Extractor.
• After the timer runs out, Blanchard's life will be drained into a vile. Pick up this vile and immediately rush it back to the T1 Bioweapons Lab. Be warned: the vile will slowly drain your own health as you carry it.
• Place the vile on the same station where you originally picked up the Cyst.This will trigger the final sequence, crafting the upgraded Gorgofex N, which fires deadly acid rounds and can now be Pack-a-Punched for further power.

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