Mastering Double Crossed: Black Mous DMZ Guide

The Double Crossed mission stands as a pivotal Tier 3 challenge within the Black Mous faction in Call of Duty: Warzone’s DMZ mode, introduced in Season 4. This task demands precision, preparation, and tactical awareness, centering on eliminating the formidable Bomb Maker boss using a crossbow—a rare weapon that ties directly into the mission’s objectives.

Understanding the Mission Framework

Double Crossed requires players to travel to Ashika Island and confront the Bomb Maker at Tsuki Castle. The core objective is straightforward yet demanding: secure a crossbow and use it to take down the boss. Success grants the Tempus Torrent as contraband along with 10,000 XP, bolstering your loadout and progression.

This mission tests not just combat skills but also resource management. Unlike standard encounters, the crossbow’s acquisition often necessitates multiple deployment runs, making loadout planning essential. Players must balance insured weapon slots, key items, and throwable equipment to overcome the castle’s layered defenses.

Acquiring Your Crossbow: Essential Preparation Steps

Obtaining the crossbow is the first hurdle. It unlocks via the preceding ‘End of the World’ mission or drops directly from the Bomb Maker upon defeat. If unavailable, prioritize a dedicated run to Tsuki Castle solely for looting it post-boss kill, followed by extraction.

• Option 1: Insured Loadout – Equip the crossbow in your insured slot before deploying. Level it up with attachments like explosive bolts for enhanced lethality against shielded foes.
• Option 2: In-Game Pickup – Defeat the Bomb Maker without one, extract with the dropped crossbow, then redeploy equipped. This two-run method suits players without prior access.
• Pro Tip: Customize with snapshot grenades or munitions boxes to maintain ammo during the ascent.

Stock thermites, semtex, or stuns in your tactical pouch. These prove invaluable against riot shielders and traps littering the castle interior.

Navigating Tsuki Castle: A Layered Assault Guide

Tsuki Castle on Ashika Island serves as the Bomb Maker’s stronghold, fortified with automated turrets, proximity mines, and elite guards. Approach from the main entrance after securing a Tsuki Castle key—often found in nearby POIs or bought from buy stations.

Entry demands caution: Breach the key-locked door, neutralize the central sentry gun immediately. Ascend stairs while scanning for trip mines—disarm or avoid to prevent self-downs. On upper levels, riot shielders charge aggressively; lob thermites over shields or stun before finishing with primaries.

The Bomb Maker lurks atop the structure, distinguishable by his green laser sight. Heavily armored yet vulnerable to crossbow headshots, often requiring just one well-placed bolt. Clear surrounding minions first to avoid distractions, ensuring the kill credits properly.

Advanced Tactics for Solo and Squad Play

Solo Players: Leverage verticality—use castle ledges for high-ground advantage. Equip suppressors on secondaries to minimize AI aggro. If downed, self-revive perks shine here amid tight corridors.

Squad Coordination: Assign roles—one scouts for keys/traps, another handles turrets, the rest focuses fire on shielders. Rotate revives during the boss phase to maintain momentum.

Common Pitfalls to Avoid:

• Ignoring traps: Always jump or shoot tripwires from afar.
• Ammo depletion: Crossbow bolts are finite; conserve for the boss.
• Player scavengers: Extract swiftly post-kill to secure loot.

Rewards and Progression Impact

Completing Double Crossed unlocks the Tempus Torrent contraband—a versatile SMG ideal for close-quarters dominance. The 10,000 XP accelerates Black Mous reputation, paving the way for higher-tier missions like those in Redacted or Legion factions.

This mission exemplifies DMZ’s risk-reward ethos: High-threat environments yield premium gear, rewarding skilled execution.

Loadout Recommendations for Success

Optimize your setup:

• Primary: Crossbow (explosive bolts if leveled).
• Secondary: Suppressed MCW or RPK for cleanup.
• Tacticals: Thermite x2, Stuns x2.
• Perks: Double Time, Scavenger, High Alert.
• Field Upgrade: Dead Drop for emergency intel.

Test in Plunder first to familiarize with crossbow handling—its bolt arc demands lead on moving targets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do I need the Tsuki Castle key?

Yes, it’s required for main entrance access. Farm from HVTs or Ashika POIs.

What if I don’t have a crossbow yet?

Kill the Bomb Maker once to loot it, extract, then return equipped.

Can I complete this on other maps?

No, Ashika Island’s Tsuki Castle is mandatory.

Is the Bomb Maker a guaranteed one-shot with crossbow?

Typically yes to the body; headshots ensure it even unupgraded.

What Season 4 changes affect this mission?

Updated AI behaviors make shielders more aggressive; explosive bolts counter effectively.

Integrating Double Crossed into Broader DMZ Strategy

Position this mission mid-progression after unlocking Ashika access. Pair with nearby tasks like dead drops or exfils for efficient runs. Post-completion, leverage the Tempus Torrent in high-loot zones like Port Ashika.

DMZ evolves with seasons—monitor patches for balance tweaks. Community strategies evolve too; adapt based on meta shifts.