Decoding the Electric Enigma: Unraveling the Mystery of the Avogadro in TranZit
The electric entity haunting the TranZit map in Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 Zombies, often referred to as “The Electric Man,” “Electro,” or simply “Him,” is officially known as the Avogadro. This formidable boss character is a humanoid being composed of pure energy, emanating from the Elemental Shard. He’s also identified as Cornelius Pernell within the storyline. Unlike typical zombies, the Avogadro presents a unique challenge, requiring specific strategies to defeat. His appearance is directly linked to the activation of the map’s power, and his behavior is marked by erratic movement and deadly lightning attacks. Understanding his mechanics is crucial for survival on TranZit.
Origins and Lore of the Avogadro
The Avogadro’s existence isn’t random; it’s deeply rooted in the convoluted zombie storyline. He is a product of the Elemental Shard, a powerful artifact capable of manipulating energy. This explains his physical form as a being of pure electricity, making him both dangerous and difficult to harm with conventional weapons. The lore implies that Cornelius Pernell, the man behind the energy, was somehow connected to the creation of this energy being. The “Him” moniker is a nod to his mysterious and initially unknown identity within the game.
Encountering and Combating the Avogadro
Spawning the Avogadro
The Avogadro will only spawn after you have activated the power on the TranZit map. This is a trigger point. Then, you must wait until a thunderstorm is directly over your location. He will appear in the thunderstorm, with a 50% chance of spawning.
Attacking Strategy
Direct attacks with regular weapons are ineffective against the Avogadro in his pure energy form. However, there is a specific strategy to exploit his vulnerabilities. To damage him, you have to be relatively close to him, and then immediately back away about 10 feet. He will temporarily shift into a humanoid form to shoot lightning. This humanoid form becomes vulnerable to a melee knife attack. This process must be repeated approximately 5 times to defeat the Avogadro.
The Jet Gun
While not a direct counter, the Thrustodyne Aeronautics Model 23 (Jet Gun) can be extremely useful while dealing with the Avogadro. Although it doesn’t deal direct damage to the boss, the Jet Gun’s ability to shred groups of enemies and keep a safe perimeter allows you to focus on the Avogadro’s unique vulnerability. It helps to control the other zombie hordes while you attempt to knife him when he shifts into the humanoid form.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who is Cornelius Pernell?
Cornelius Pernell is the human identity associated with the Avogadro, the Electric Man in TranZit. He is a character within the larger Zombies storyline, his consciousness seemingly transferred into the powerful elemental shard.
2. What triggers the appearance of the Electric Man?
The Electric Man (Avogadro) only spawns after the power is activated on the TranZit map, with a 50% chance of spawning when a thunderstorm is above your location.
3. Why does the Avogadro appear as a humanoid?
The Avogadro’s humanoid form is a temporary state he assumes when launching lightning attacks. This is also his only vulnerable state, crucial for defeating him.
4. Is the Jet Gun useful against the Avogadro?
While the Jet Gun doesn’t directly damage the Avogadro, it is very useful for clearing out nearby zombies and keeping the player safe while waiting for the Avogadro to change to his vulnerable human form.
5. How do you open the bank vault door in TranZit?
Opening the bank vault door in TranZit requires two players. One activates the Turbine at the door below the outhouse while the other is inside the bank waiting for it to open the door.
6. How many times do you have to knife the Avogadro?
You need to knife the Avogadro in his vulnerable humanoid form about 5 times to defeat him.
7. What is the Elemental Shard?
The Elemental Shard is a powerful artifact in the Zombies storyline, and it is the source of the Avogadro’s energy, which provides him with his electrical abilities.
8. Who are the main characters in the TranZit map?
The main characters in the TranZit map, also known as the Victis Crew, are Samuel J. Stuhlinger, Abigail “Misty” Briarton, Marlton Johnson, and Russman.
9. Where is the MP5 in TranZit?
The MP5 is found inside the diner, to the right of the Speed Cola machine.
10. What is the Wonder Weapon on the Buried map?
The Paralyzer is the Wonder Weapon on the Buried map. It slows and incapacitates zombies in a cone-shaped area.
11. Is the Avogadro a unique boss?
Yes, the Avogadro is a unique boss on the TranZit map, with a different design, spawning mechanism and vulnerability. His energy based form and humanoid attack sequence separates him from regular zombie hordes.
12. What is the best strategy for defeating zombies in Black Ops 2?
The best strategy in Black Ops 2 Zombies is to aim for headshots for efficiency and to avoid knifing except in very early rounds to conserve ammunition.
13. What are the hardest Zombies maps in Call of Duty?
Some of the hardest Zombies maps in Call of Duty include Nacht Der Untoten, Shangri-La, Verruckt, Nuketown Zombies, Five, Zetsubou No Shima, and TranZit.
14. What is the best Call of Duty game for Zombies?
Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 is often considered the best game for Zombies mode, due to its diverse and expansive map options.
15. Is the Avogadro the same as the Electric Zombies in other maps?
No, the Avogadro is distinct from the Electrified Zombies in maps like Call of the Dead, Der Eisendrache and Gorod Krovi. While both are electric-themed, the Avogadro is a unique boss with his own spawning mechanism and attack pattern. The standard electric zombies are regular enemies.
Conclusion
The Avogadro, or Electric Man, in TranZit is a powerful and distinct boss, central to the map’s unique gameplay experience. Understanding his connection to the Elemental Shard, the mechanics of his spawning, and the specific method of defeating him are essential for any player looking to succeed in TranZit. He is a challenging encounter, requiring both strategy and a bit of luck to overcome. His unique mechanics and lore make him one of the more memorable and complex boss enemies in the Call of Duty Zombies franchise. He continues to be a challenging but interesting element of the Zombies experience in the game.