The Kali Sticks, a fan-favorite melee weapon, are making their return to Call of Duty in the upcoming Season 3 of Black Ops 6 and Warzone. These dual-wielded martial arts weapons pack a serious punch in close-quarters combat. For players looking to add this devastating melee option to their arsenal, here’s how to unlock the Kali Sticks when Season 3 launches.
Participate in the Return to Verdansk Event
The primary method to obtain the Kali Sticks is by participating in the Return to Verdansk event in Warzone. This limited-time event runs from April 3 to April 15, 2025, coinciding with the launch of Season 3.
Step 1: Log into Warzone when the servers go live on April 3 to automatically receive the Kilo 141 assault rifle.
Step 2: Drop into Verdansk and locate Hidden Safes scattered across 12 specific Points of Interest (POIs) on the map.
Step 3: Open the Hidden Safes to receive rewards. Each safe has a chance to contain supply loot, a POI-specific reward, or a special “redacted” reward.
Step 4: Collect all 12 POI-specific rewards to unlock the Kali Sticks as the final Mastery Reward.
POI Locations and Rewards
The 12 POIs where you can find Hidden Safes are:
- Dam
- Military Base
- Quarry
- Storage Town
- Superstore
- Stadium
- Train Station
- Hospital
- Downtown
- Hills
- Port
- Prison
Each POI has a unique reward associated with it. The full list of rewards includes:
- Loading Screen: “Let’s Plan Something!”
- Emblem: “Jarvdinsk Spomenik”
- Calling Card: “Lumberjack Legends”
- Weapon Decal: “Deathly Chill Return”
- Weapon Charm: “With Fries, Please”
- Calling Card: “Breaking News”
- Finishing Move: “The Back Adjustment”
- Spray: “Love 4 Tha Game”
- Emote: “Cheering the Squad”
- Double XP Token (45 minutes)
- Sticker: “Shipping to Verdansk”
- Calling Card: “Wheel of Glory”
Tips for Efficient Unlocking
To maximize your chances of unlocking the Kali Sticks quickly:
Step 1: Play Plunder mode, which allows respawns and easier movement across the map.
Step 2: Focus on one POI at a time, thoroughly searching for Hidden Safes before moving to the next area.
Step 3: Use vehicles to quickly traverse between POIs once you’ve cleared an area.
Step 4: Team up with friends to cover more ground and share information on safe locations.
Step 5: Keep track of which rewards you’ve already unlocked to avoid wasting time in completed POIs.
Using the Kali Sticks in Combat
Once unlocked, the Kali Sticks offer unique advantages in close-quarters engagements:
- Rapid strikes allow for quick takedowns of enemies.
- Light attacks enable fast follow-up hits.
- Heavy attacks provide more dramatic and powerful strikes.
- The new Close Shave Perk allows for quick melee attacks without manually swapping to the Dedicated Melee slot.
To make the most of your new Kali Sticks:
Step 1: Equip them in your loadout’s Dedicated Melee slot.
Step 2: Practice using both light and heavy attacks to master their timing.
Step 3: Combine with perks and equipment that boost movement speed and close-quarters effectiveness.
Step 4: Use the Kali Sticks to conserve ammo when finishing downed enemies.
The return of the Kali Sticks adds an exciting new dimension to close-quarters combat in Black Ops 6 and Warzone. By participating in the Return to Verdansk event and unlocking this powerful melee weapon, you’ll have a significant advantage in those intense, up-close encounters. Just remember to use them responsibly – nobody likes getting repeatedly smacked with sticks in a gunfight!