Does the V-R11 Do Damage to George A. Romero in Call of the Dead?
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The short answer is: Yes, but not in the traditional sense of reducing his health. The V-R11, and its Pack-a-Punched variant, the V-R11 Lazarus, doesn’t directly chip away at George A. Romero’s massive health pool. Instead, it manipulates his behavior and, under specific circumstances, can temporarily remove him from the map. Understanding the nuances of how the V-R11 affects George is crucial for survival in the challenging Call of the Dead zombies map from Call of Duty: Black Ops.
V-R11: More Than Just a Gun
The V-R11 is a unique weapon in the Zombies arsenal, acting more as a manipulative tool than a raw damage dealer. When used on zombies, it has a variety of effects, including transforming them into humans temporarily, which is useful for creating space. However, its effects on George Romero are far more interesting and tactical.
Calming and Angering
The primary function of the V-R11 when used against George is to toggle his anger state. If George is in his “angered” state, where he aggressively pursues players, a shot from the V-R11 will temporarily calm him. Conversely, if he is in his “calm” state, a V-R11 shot will anger him. This toggle is crucial for managing the level of threat George poses. However, this calmed state is very short, lasting only about 10 to 15 seconds. After that period, he will immediately return to an angered state, making it important to plan your next move accordingly. This mechanic introduces a tactical layer to encounters with George.
Temporary Removal from the Map
Perhaps the most strategically important use of the V-R11 is its ability to make George disappear for a short period. By shooting George with the Pack-a-Punched V-R11 Lazarus two or three times while he is standing in the icy water at the spawn area (where he first appears), he will be forced back underwater. He will then be gone for one or two rounds, allowing players a breather. It’s important to note that this is not killing him, he will absolutely be back. This ability is crucial for strategic retreats, resupplies, and activating traps.
No Direct Health Damage
It’s essential to understand that, while the V-R11 manipulates George, it doesn’t inflict direct health damage. George’s health is massive, scaling with the number of players in the game (250,000 per player, up to 1,000,000). Standard weaponry, including the Pack-a-Punched variants, are the tools you’ll use to actually chip away at his health. The V-R11’s role is one of control and repositioning, rather than direct assault.
Synergizing with Other Tactics
The V-R11 should be used in tandem with other strategies. Utilizing the water to your advantage, which also doesn’t help him, or the many traps the map has to offer, can make the map much easier. It can be combined with effective weaponry to maximize damage output during his calmed phases, or when you have a brief respite from his relentless pursuit. The V-R11 is not a standalone solution; it’s part of a more complex strategy for survival on Call of the Dead.
In conclusion, the V-R11 does not deal damage to George Romero in the traditional sense. Instead, it functions as a tool for manipulating his behavior, and forcing his retreat, making it a valuable asset when used strategically. This understanding is crucial for success in Call of the Dead.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is George’s health in Call of the Dead?
George’s health is based on the number of players. He has 250,000 health per player in the game, capping at 1,000,000 in a four-player match. This makes him a formidable opponent with very high health.
2. Can the Wunderwaffe DG-2 kill George?
No, the Wunderwaffe DG-2 cannot kill George. He is immune to its instant death effect and will only take a single point of damage from its electrical blast, making it highly ineffective for dealing damage.
3. Does George regain health?
No, George does not regain health. The perception of him regaining health is likely because his health bar is very high, and when his anger is triggered on land, players mistake his aggressive pursuit for an increase in health.
4. What happens when you kill George?
After killing George, the players are rewarded with a Random Perk Bottle and a Death Machine, or a Lightning Bolt in certain circumstances. He will retreat back to the water for the current round and the following round.
5. Can the Scavenger kill George?
While the Pack-a-Punched Scavenger does 10,000 damage per shot, it’s incredibly inefficient in terms of ammunition to use against George. It is also not advised for use in 2+ player lobbies, making it generally not worth using for this purpose.
6. Can you get more than four perks in Call of the Dead?
Yes, in Call of the Dead you can acquire additional perks. You are granted an additional perk every time you kill George Romero. Killing him three times will allow you to obtain all seven perks in the map.
7. How do you make zombies explode with the V-R11?
If you shoot a normal zombie three times with the V-R11 Lazarus, the zombie will explode, killing any nearby zombies. This will also award you the “Stuntman” trophy or achievement if done for the first time. A zombie that is shot with the V-R11 Lazarus will also attract George Romero.
8. Does George take less damage in the water?
No, the water does not reduce the amount of damage George takes. However, it’s a strategic area as it can be used to your advantage for maneuvering, or for temporarily removing him with the VR-11 Lazarus.
9. What is the fastest and most effective way to kill George?
The most effective way to kill George is to have a strategy with the many traps that the map provides, weapons such as the Hyena Infra-Dead, and other high-damage weapons, focusing on damaging him during his calmed state. Coordinated efforts by multiple players can help make him retreat quickly.
10. How do you permanently get rid of George?
You cannot permanently get rid of George in Call of the Dead. He is a recurring boss that will always return. The V-R11 Lazarus can temporarily remove him from the map for a round or two, but he will always return.
11. What happened to the real George A. Romero in the Call of Duty universe?
In the Call of Duty universe, a fictionalized version of George Romero became infected while filming for his next movie, Call of the Dead. He was captured by a zombie and pulled into the water.
12. What game is Call of the Dead from?
Call of the Dead is a zombie map included in the “Escalation” map expansion pack for Call of Duty: Black Ops (2010).
13. Who is the original creator of the modern zombie?
George A. Romero is credited with creating the modern zombie with his 1968 film Night of the Living Dead.
14. Does Insta-Kill affect George Romero?
No, the Insta-Kill power-up does not affect George. It does not allow you to kill him in one shot.
15. What other weapons are good for damaging George?
Weapons such as the L9 (and the Pack-a-Punched version) will do 500 and 1000 damage respectively, however, weapons such as the Hyena Infra-Dead are the best for damaging George as they typically offer very high damage. Focusing fire with high-damage weapons while George is in his calmed state is the most effective way to damage him.