Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has pushed the Zombies meta into entirely new territory, and nowhere is this more obvious than in Ashes of the Damned, the game's debut map. Combining massive damage output, infinite ammo potential, utility effects, and one of the most stylish visual designs in series history, this new claw-like weapon is already being hailed as one of the most overpowered Wonder Weapons ever introduced.

Here's a full breakdown of why this weapon is so strong, how it performs in high rounds, and what makes it one of the most impactful zombie tools in years.

The Necrofluid Gauntlet Is an S-Tier Wonder Weapon

Players wield a twisted, organic claw filled with a glowing black substance that acts as its "ammunition." This liquid can be reshaped into magnetised spikes that shoot forward at high velocity, shred through zombies in a line, and then return to the gauntlet-dealing damage again on the way back.

Infinite Ammo Potential and Oppressive Damage Scaling

One of the most shocking discoveries from early BO7 Zombies players is that the Necrofluid Gauntlet can create situations where it effectively has unlimited ammo, thanks to how its spikes function and recycle themselves. If confirmed, this would place the Necrofluid Gauntlet in the same conversation as legendary weapons such as:

·the Thunder Gun

·The Jet Gun

·The Apothicon Servant

But unlike those classics, the Gauntlet doesn't rely on cooldowns or limited capacity. Players running Ashes of the Damned-especially those levelling fast through Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Bot Lobbies-can shred hordes, mini-bosses, and objectives without ever touching an ammo box.

This combination of durability, damage, and resource efficiency explains why the Necrofluid Gauntlet is already considered one of the strongest Wonder Weapons ever introduced.

A Wonder Weapon With a Learning Curve

While incredibly strong, the Gauntlet is far from a "pick up and instantly dominate" weapon. It actually requires a noticeable shift in playstyle.

Mastering the Return Spike Technique

Despite looking like a claw meant for melee combat, the Necrofluid Gauntlet is at its most powerful when used in a very specific way: shooting the ground in front of a horde and letting the spikes slice enemies on the return flight.

This can feel unintuitive:

·You're not aiming centre mass.

·You're not lining up distant shots.

·You are intentionally bouncing projectiles off the floor.

However, once that muscle memory sets in, the weapon becomes one of the most efficient horde-clearing tools in the entire Zombies catalogue.

Some Wonder Weapons-like the Thunder Gun or Ray Gun-are designed for instant, universal effectiveness.

This weapon's skill ceiling is extremely high, and that's part of the reason experienced players are calling it the most exciting Wonder Weapon since Black Ops 3's Apothicon Servant.

Ashes of the Damned Gives the Gauntlet Even More Utility

Damage aside, the Necrofluid Gauntlet features a hidden mechanic that is wildly underrated: it can pull items and Power-Ups toward the player.

Being able to drag a Max Ammo, Nuke, or Insta-Kill toward yourself without stepping out of your horde train is an enormous advantage.

When combined with its overheal effect-which lets players exceed standard HP caps, Gauntlet essentially erases multiple layers of traditional Zombies' difficulty.

The Gauntlet's Only Real Weakness: Unlocking It

If the Necrofluid Gauntlet has one major drawback, it's the unlock quest. In contrast to many earlier Wonder Weapons that required just a few steps, the Black Ops 7 version demands precision, patience, and awareness.

Players must complete multiple timed steps, navigate finicky mechanics, and execute one of the most notoriously frustrating challenges in Zombies history: the Klaus stun grenade step. The correct angle and timing have left countless players replaying attempts again and again.

And then there's the final challenge:

A Brutal Boss Encounter to Finish the Quest

The last step of the Gauntlet's quest pins players inside a tight arena filled with:

·high enemy aggression

·overwhelming positional pressure

·fire-based ring mechanics

·The need for flawless execution with a weapon you may be using for the first time

Failure resets the entire match, sending many players-especially solo runners-right back into the early rounds. It's part of why some players choose to buy CoD Black Ops 7 Bot Lobbies to quickly reacquire gear, perks, and setup for repeated attempts.

Still, given how powerful the Necrofluid Gauntlet is, many players believe this difficulty is justified. A weapon of this magnitude should require effort to obtain.

Conclusion: The Necrofluid Gauntlet Redefines the Zombies Meta

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 introduces one of the boldest, most mechanically ambitious Wonder Weapons ever created. The Necrofluid Gauntlet blends infinite damage potential, incredible utility, high mobility, and overwhelming raw power in a way that redefines what a late-round Zombies weapon can be.