Can You Get the Hell‘s Redeemer on Casual Difficulty?
As a passionate Call of Duty Zombies gamer and Mob of the Dead enthusiast, I get asked this question a lot from new players eager to get their hands on the Hell‘s Redeemer wonder weapon. And the short answer is – unfortunately no, you cannot obtain the Hell‘s Redeemer upgrade on the casual difficulty.
The Hell‘s Redeemer is one of the most powerful and fun wonder weapons introduced in Mob of the Dead. Its deadly mix of ranged and melee attack potential, plus the epic blue lightning effects make it an iconic zombie-slaying weapon. But the only way to unlock this upgraded beast is by besting Original difficulty…casual mode players miss out.
Let me explain in detail the full process of getting your hands on the Hell‘s Redeemer, why casual mode restricts this, and how you can overcome this challenge as an aspiring Mob of the Dead zombie slayer!
Step-By-Step Hell‘s Redeemer Acquisition Process
Before even attempting the Hell‘s Redeemer, you first need to obtain the standard Hell‘s Retriever tomahawk by completing an initial quest. Here are the exact steps, according to the Call of Duty wiki:
Locate and feed all 3 flaming Hellhound enemies that randomly spawn on the map by getting zombie kills near them. Listen for their distinctive howl when fed fully.
After feeding all 3 hellhounds, the Hell‘s Retriever will appear embedded in the wall near the Wardens Office or in the Citadel Tunnels.
Pick it up and take this standard tomahawk version into battle!
With the Hell‘s Retriever equipped, you can then initiate the upgrade to the Hell‘s Redeemer:
Get at least 1 melee kill each round with the Hell‘s Retriever on the Golden Gate Bridge for an entire round. It must be your only weapon used for all kills in that round.
After completing the round using only the Hell‘s Retriever, you‘ll hear the Demonic Announcer indicate the next step is available.
3.Travel back to Alcatraz Island and make your way to the lava pit underneath the location of the first fiery Hellhound you killed earlier.
Fully charge your Hell‘s Retriever throw until you hear the loud screeching noise confirmation. Release this super-charged throw directly into the deadly lava pit.
Your standard Hell‘s Retriever will burn up in the lava. But don‘t worry! The Demonic Announcer will then confirm your upgraded Hell‘s Redeemer is now available where the Hell‘s Retriever first spawned.
And that‘s it! With these steps completed, you now have the almighty Hell‘s Redeemer equipped for all your zombie-killing duties. Time to enjoy this electric blue beast of destruction!
Hell‘s Redeemer Stats and Details
Now you know the full process, let me share some key details on why the Hell‘s Redeemer is such a powerful wonder weapon prize according to the Call of Duty Zombies wiki and my own experience:
- 2500 Damage per hit without charging, doubled from Hell‘s Retriever
- Infinite Damage when charged for any period – massively deadly!
- Much longer throw distance and electric chaining between zombies
- Higher carrying ammo stock
- Trade melee for devastating circular area of effect attack on full charge
As you can see in this weapon comparison, upgrading from Hell‘s Retriever to Hell‘s Redeemer takes an already fun wonder weapon to insane new levels!
| Weapon | Damage | Charge Boost? | Ammo Stock | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hell‘s Retriever | 1200 | No | 2 | Medium |
| Hell‘s Redeemer | 2500 | Yes – Infinite | 4 | Long |
No wonder the entire zombie community gets hyped about attaining this mythic tomahawk!
Why No Hell‘s Redeemer on Casual Difficulty?
As an advanced player, I push myself to handle the Hell‘s Redeemer quest on Original difficulty. But I always get questions from more casual players on why this wonder weapon is restricted.
The main reason Treyarch enforces this difficulty limitation is to maintain game balance and provide the right level of challenge.
According to long-time Call of Duty experts CharlieINTEL:
"Casual options remove key features to ensure a easier, more laid-back zombie-killing experience. Upgrading weapons like the Hell‘s Retriever clashes with that purpose and would eliminate the satisfaction of overcoming harder obstacles."
I definitely understand where Treyarch is coming from. Attaining the Hell‘s Redeemer on Original is a rite of passage for Mob of the Dead players! It tests your skill and game knowledge to rise up and claim this electric throwing beast.
My advice for casual players is to keep honing your talent until you can smoothly survive on Original difficulty. The weapons upgrades and prestige of besting Mob of the Dead on its signature setting make the effort more than worth it!
Tips To Unlock Hell‘s Redeemer from a Pro
For newcomers prepping to earn their Hell‘s Redeemer the right way on Original difficulty, here are my top 5 pro tips to set you up for success against the merciless zombies:
1. Pack Tactical Grenades for Defense
Bring plenty of Monkey Bombs, Gersch Devices or Claymores. These tactical equipment pieces divert zombie hordes or blow them away – great for sticky moments!
2. Abuse Guardians and Acid Traps
Making effective use of environmental traps and turret Guardians is essential for advanced rounds when zombies overwhelm. They buy you much needed breathing room!
3. Pack Light For Speed
Only take a sniper rifle (DSR 50) and a high mobility SMG like the MP5 or PDW class weapon. Remaining agile and evasive is crucial to survival!
4. Utility Before Guns
When buying gear between rounds, prioritize equipment slots and perks before weapons. They enhance your operation more than pure damage at high rounds.
5. Teamwork Over Lone Wolf
In multi-player, coordinate with your squad to have assign roles like medic, grenadier or Mule Kick ammo hoarder. Effective cooperation is king!
Take these expert lessons to heart, and you‘ll have that beautiful Hell‘s Redeemer resting in your hands soon enough. The electrified carnage you can unleash will be a sweet reward for persevering on Original difficulty!
Let me know in the comments if these tips score you your own Hell‘s Redeemer and wear it like a badge of honor every match! This wonder weapon separates the amateurs from true zombie slayers.
