The Blundergat stands as one of the most iconic wonder weapons in Call of Duty Zombies history, serving as the ultimate survival tool on the Alcatraz-themed map, Mob of the Dead. This unique hybrid firearm combines the devastating close-range power of a shotgun with the spread of a blunderbuss, making it essential for high-round strategy. Fortunately, players do not have to rely solely on the randomized Mystery Box, as a dedicated easter egg allows anyone to claim a free Blundergat by completing a specific scavenger hunt.
Locating the Five Spectral Blue Skulls
To begin the process of unlocking the free weapon, you must first construct and throw the Hell's Retriever tomahawk at five hidden blue skulls scattered across the prison island. These ethereal objects are completely invisible to the naked eye and can only be spotted when looking through the Afterlife spectral state. However, you do not need to be in Afterlife mode to collect them, as aiming your tactical tomahawk at their precise locations will automatically retrieve them.
The first skull is located just outside the window of the library near the spawn room, sitting calmly on top of a metal toilet structure. Another skull can be found resting on the roof area, positioned on a corner brick pillar to the far left of the building's edge. Tracking these down systematically ensures you can consistently replicate the process in every match without wasting valuable round transitions.
Docks and Warden Office Locations
Moving down toward the lower levels of Alcatraz, the remaining spectral skulls require a keen eye and precise throwing angles. One is hidden along the docks, resting on top of a wooden post out in the water near the mystery box location. You must stand near the edge of the platform and charge your tactical throw to ensure the weapon reaches the objective successfully.
Another vital skull sits directly outside the Warden's Office window, perched on an electrical wire hanging across the courtyard area. The final skull is found inside a cell along the main cellblock third tier, tucked away neatly inside a dark corner shelf. Listening closely for an audio cue, which sounds like a ghostly whisper, confirms whenever a skull has been successfully collected.
Claiming Your Free Wonder Weapon
Once all five hidden targets have been secured, you must make your way to the Warden's Office to claim your reward. Inside the office, the free Blundergat will materialize on top of the central desk, surrounded by a distinct supernatural green glow. Any player in the game can pick up this weapon, making it a reliable strategic point for team coordination.
Securing this weapon early saves thousands of points that would otherwise be spent gambling at the Mystery Box. This method guarantees that your team has the offensive capability required to tackle the subsequent upgrade steps. From this stage, players can choose to pack-a-punch the base weapon or convert it into the highly destructive AcidGat variant.
