Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Zombies drops players back into the Dark Aether alongside the Requiem Crew and a reimagined version of the original cast. Beginning with Ashes of the Damned, the story revolves around reclaiming fragments of lost souls while unraveling new Easter Egg quests across multiple maps planned throughout the game's six-season lifecycle.

This guide breaks down every Special and Elite Zombie in Black Ops 7 Zombies, where to find them, and how to defeat them efficiently so you can farm kills and progress challenges faster.

What's the Difference Between Elite and Special Zombies?

·Elite Zombies are large, boss-like enemies with unique mechanics, health pools, and weak points.

·Special Zombies are enhanced enemies that appear under specific conditions and often support or disrupt normal zombie waves.

Both enemy types count separately for camo and challenge requirements, so knowing which is which is critical.

All Elite Zombies in Black Ops 7 Zombies

Zursa

·Found in: Ashes of the Damned (including Survival POIs)

·Ammo Mod Weakness: Napalm Burst

Zursa is the first true Elite Zombie players encounter in Black Ops 7 Zombies. This massive zombie bear begins spawning naturally from Round 16 onward in Ashes of the Damned and also appears during key Main Quest encounters. Players can force an early spawn through the Skulls step of the main Easter Egg at Zarya Cosmodrome.

Zursa's primary weakness is Napalm Burst, making it essential to equip at least one weapon with the mod. To defeat Zursa quickly:

Focus fire on his glowing weak points.

·Destroy each weak point to stagger him

·Continue shooting those areas for critical damage

·Maintain distance to avoid his swipe combos

Zursa also releases Zombees, which should be eliminated immediately to prevent crowd pressure. For crowd control, Psych Grenades are extremely effective, temporarily turning Zursa friendly before dealing a burst of damage when the effect ends.

Uber Klaus

·Found in: Ashes of the Damned (Necrofluid Gauntlet Quest)

·Ammo Mod Weakness: Napalm Burst & Cryo Freeze

Uber Klaus appears only once during a specific step of the Necrofluid Gauntlet quest. After reaching Round 8, opening the Ashwood Sheriff's Office, and returning to Janus Towers Plaza, Uber Klaus spawns near the western corner of the POI.

Uber Klaus features layered defenses and multiple attack patterns. To defeat him:

·Destroy the two glowing shoulder weak points to break his shield

·Focus fire on the exposed core

·Stay mobile to avoid his melee strikes and AOE projectile bursts

·Watch for his boost-jump, which allows him to rapidly close the distance

Napalm Burst and Cryo Freeze both work well, making hybrid loadouts ideal for this fight.

All Special Zombies in Black Ops 7 Zombies

·Uber Klaus Core

·Found in: Ashes of the Damned (Necrofluid Gauntlet Quest)

Ammo Mod Weakness: Napalm Burst & Cryo Freeze

After defeating Uber Klaus, his Core ejects from the mech body and becomes a Special Zombie. While less threatening than the Elite form, the Uber Klaus Core still counts separately for challenges.

Aim for the torso to eliminate it quickly and remain mobile to avoid its lingering AOE projectile attacks.

Doppelghast

Found in:

·Cursed Mode (Relic Trials)

·Vandorn Farm Survival

Ammo Mod Weakness: Light Mend

Doppelghasts are elusive Special Zombies that many players won't encounter during standard play. They primarily appear in Cursed Mode Relic Trials and can also spawn on Vandorn Farm Survival and higher-round Cursed matches (Round 40+).

Their key weakness is Light Mend, which arrives with the Season One update. To defeat Doppelghasts efficiently:

·Focus fire on both heads for critical damage

·Stay mobile-they are extremely aggressive and fast

·Avoid lingering after a kill, as Doppelghasts explode on death, applying a slowing effect

Their mix of melee aggression and ranged slows makes positioning essential.

Shock Mimic

Found in:

·Cursed Mode Relic Trials

·Any map with the Lawyer's Pen Relic active

Ammo Mod Weakness: Brain Rot

The Shock Mimic returns from Black Ops 6 but is exclusive to Cursed Mode in Black Ops 7. It commonly appears during Relic Trials-especially the Lawyer's Pen Relic Trial-and can also spawn globally once that Relic is unlocked.

Shock Mimics disguise themselves as props before attacking. Their weak point is the glowing mouth, and they are highly vulnerable to Brain Rot.

Combat tips:

·Maintain distance to avoid their pull-and-slam attack

·Aim directly for the mouth for fast elimination

·Be ready to reposition after getting grabbed

Best Tips for Farming Special & Elite Zombie Kills

·Equip the correct Ammo Mods before farming

·Use Cursed Mode for consistent Special Zombie spawns

·Focus on the main Quest steps that force Elite encounters

·Save Elite spawns for camo challenges instead of skipping them

·Bring crowd-control equipment to manage adds during Elite fights

·Consider Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Bot Lobbies to safely learn patterns and improve kill efficiency

·Players can buy CoD Black Ops 7 Bot Lobbies for fast practice or controlled grinding.

Final Thoughts

Special and Elite Zombie kills are some of the most important requirements in Black Ops 7 Zombies, especially for players chasing mastery camos, Calling Cards, and seasonal challenges. Understanding where each enemy spawns and how to counter them efficiently will save you hours of grinding.