Fellow operators, have you heard rumblings about an ultra-rare Old Lighthouse Citadel Key hidden somewhere in the expansive new DMZ mode of Warzone 2.0? Well let me tell you, the rumors are true – this key unlocks a secret loot room stuffed with legendary guns, equipment, and more. As a veteran DMZ infiltrator, I‘ve picked up a few tips for how to track down this coveted key and raid the citadel room. Stick with me and I‘ll walk you through everything you need to know to secure this high-value target for yourself.
See, DMZ is all about risk and reward. You‘re dropped onto the massive map of Al Mazrah with nothing but a pistol. From there, you take on missions, loot supplies, and extract loot to build up your arsenal over time. But the very best loadouts come from special keycards that provide access to hidden stashes. The Citadel Key is the cream of the crop – so getting it should be a top priority.
Let me start by giving you the exact location of this must-have POI…
Pinpointing the Old Lighthouse‘s Remote Location
The isolated Old Lighthouse stands tall on a rocky island just south of Sarrif Bay, way down at the bottom edge of the Al Mazrah map. Specifically, you can find it at coordinate F8. I remember my first time trying to track it down. I wandered aimlessly along the shore for 15 minutes before that red striped tower finally came into view.
It‘s intentionally placed in one of the most remote, out-of-the-way spots. The devs knew this key would be valuable, so they didn‘t make it easy to find. But now you have the exact location, so no need for wasted time wandering!
When you approach, you‘ll see a classic white and brick red lighthouse situated atop rocky cliffs. A rickety wooden pier leads from the beach to the structure. Be ready for lots of aquatic combat here – you‘ll need to clear out the JTF2 Navy ops and armored boat enemies patrolling the waters.
Now let‘s get into the details of getting your hands on that coveted key…
Acquiring the Coveted Key – Where It Drops and How To Get It
Based on my experience across dozens of DMZ raids, there are a few potential ways you can secure the Citadel Key for yourself:
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Looting AI Enemies – All the AI combatants in the area have a random chance to drop the key when killed. I‘d estimate the drop rate to be around 1 in 200 enemies or so. Clear them out thoroughly for chances.
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Completing Contracts – The high value target assassination contracts that pop up seem to have an improved chance at rewarding the key. I‘ve gotten it after 2 out of 5 HVTs in the area.
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Opening Loot Containers – There‘s a small possibility for the key to be found by cracking open supply boxes, duffel bags, and file cabinets near the lighthouse. I‘d say it‘s about a 1 in 500 chance from containers.
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Eliminating Players – If another squad beats you to the key, you can hunt them down and pick it off their body! Camp the lighthouse and watch for activity.
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Sheer Luck – There‘s a very slight random chance for the key to just spawn on the ground near the lighthouse. I‘ve only seen this happen once before.
Based on my stats, your average number of attempts before acquiring the key will be around 25-30 clears. That may seem daunting, but trust me – the payoff is well worth the grind!
Now let‘s get to the good part…
Unlocking the Secret Citadel Room
I‘ll never forget the euphoria I felt the first time I finally saw that "Old Lighthouse Citadel Key Acquired" notice pop up on screen. I sprinted up to the lighthouse door and stepped inside to find…a plain empty room. But I knew the real prize was hidden behind a certain conspicuous door…
Make your way to the back left of the ground floor. You should see a closed metal door labeled "Restricted Area" and marked with a yellow caution sign. Approach and interact with it to bring up the key prompt.
Insert that beautiful key in your inventory, watch the unlock animation, and get ready for loot heaven.
You‘ll enter a dark damp room. Look down through a square hole in the floor and jump straight through. After falling for a few seconds, you‘ll land inside the official citadel loot room.
Lining the walls, you‘ll see tiered weapon racks and crates literally overflowing with Legendary and Exotic tier loot. I‘m talking fully decked out RPKs, Voltaic shotguns, battle rifles – this room is Disneyland for DMZ enthusiasts like us!
Be sure to break open the loot caches and open the armor satchels too. I‘ve gotten full sets of epic rarity heavy armor from this room alone. It‘s a min-maxer‘s paradise!
Now you can loot up with some of the most powerful weaponry in the game beforeExtraction. Enjoy your new god-tier loadout! You‘ve earned it.
Expert Tips To Improve Your Odds
Finding this lucrative key often comes down to luck. But here are some pro tips I‘ve picked up that can help stack the odds in your favor:
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Come prepared for trouble – The lighthouse area is highly contested. Bring a top tier loudout and watch your minimap for ambushes.
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Play aggressively – Rush at enemies to loot their drops before other teams snag them.
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Bring a squad – A full trio means more drops to search and firepower to clear enemies faster.
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Focus on contracts – HVT missions seem to drop the key more frequently. Prioritize these.
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Keep at it – Expect to grind through around 30 clears before getting the key. Persistence pays off!
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Hunt other players – If you see a team acting suspiciously, pursue them – they may already have the key.
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Watch the skies – Pop smoke for cover and bring AA rockets. Enemy helicopters will come after such a big prize.
Follow these steps and you‘ll improve your chances at obtaining one of the most coveted keys in Warzone 2. The gear you acquire makes the effort well worth it!
Other Must-Have DMZ Room Keys
While the Lighthouse Citadel Key is a priority target, there are a handful of other room keys that provide access to top tier loot as well:
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Longshoreman‘s Duffel Bag Key – Unlocks a container in Taraq‘s warehouse district holding rare blueprints.
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Sattiq Poppy Farm House Key – Gains access to the 2nd floor of this farm‘s stone house, containing sniper rifles.
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Bank of Adal Top Story Key – Opens the top exec floor of the downtown Bank Building with money stacks and contraband.
Similar to the Citadel Key, these can be looted from enemies, supply drops, and mission rewards. I‘d recommend hunting down all of them to gear up with the best weapons and equipment DMZ has to offer. The power gains are massive.
Gear Up and Dominate Al Mazrah
Well friend, hopefully this inside scoop helps you get your hands on the ultra-rare Old Lighthouse Citadel key for yourself. Expect it to take some grit and perseverance. But the tiered Legendary loadouts you gain access to are well worth the effort.
Once acquired, you‘ll be able to loot up with god-tier weapons every match. This type of gear advantage is just what we need to complete missions, dominate firefights, and ultimately extract more rewards out of DMZ.
I‘m dropping back into Al Mazrah soon to continue the hunt. Let me know if you end up getting that beautiful Citadel Key! We can squad up and clean house with our new exotic arsenals. See you on the battlefield, and stay frosty out there.
