How to get schematics in Modern Warfare 3 Zombies — all schematics

Schematics are a huge part of Modern Warfare 3’s Zombies mode. Schematics are your key to unlocking the ability to create Aether Tools, Perk-a-Colas, Ammo Mods, Wonder Weapons, and more. But it can be hard to locate these schematics so we have some tips on how to get some.

Where to find schematics in MW3’s Zombies mode

You’ll find schematics from a wide range of sources in Zombies, including completing story missions or contracts. There are some even trickier ways to find schematics as well. Unfortunately, schematics are not guaranteed but here are some tips from seasoned players.

Aether Tools and Aetherium Crystals

Item	Effect	Source
Uncommon Aether Tool	Upgrades currently held weapon to Uncommon rarity.	Story act one mission reward
Rare Aether Tool	Upgrades currently held weapon to Rare rarity.	Story act two mission reward
Epic Aether Tool	Upgrades currently held weapon to Epic rarity.	Tier three contract
Legendary Aether Tool	Upgrades currently held weapon to Legendary rarity.	Red Worm Storm Boss
Raw Aetherium Crystal	Upgrades currently held weapon to Pack-a-Punch level one.	Tier two contract
Refined Aetherium Crystal	Upgrades currently held weapon to Pack-a-Punch level two.	Tier three contract
Flawless Aetherium Crystal	Upgrades currently held weapon to Pack-a-Punch level three.	Red Worm Storm Boss

Perk-a-Colas

Item	Effect	Source
Deadshot Daiquiri	Increase enemy critical damage.	Tier one contract
Speed Cola	Drink to reload and replate armor faster	Tier one contract
Stamin-Up	Increase run and sprint speed.	Tier one contract
Jugger-nog	Increases max health.	Tier two contract
PHD Flopper	Dive to prone triggers an explosion that increases the higher you fall. Grants immunity from fall damage while diving.	Tier two contract
Elemental Pop	Every bullet you fire has a small chance to apply a random ammo mod effect.	Tier three contract
Tombstone	On death, create a tombstone stash at that location containing your backpack inventory in the next game.	Tier three contract
Quick Revive	Reduce health regen delay time by 50 percent. Reduce time it takes to revive an ally by 50 percent.	Story act one mission reward
Death Perception	Obscured enemies, chests, resources, and item drops are keylined.	Story act three mission reward

Ammo Mods

Item	Effect	Source
Brain Rot	Temporarily makes a zombie your ally. Zombies with Brain Rot deal Toxic damage.	Tier one contract
Cryo Freeze	Freezes enemies.	Story act two mission reward
Dead Wire	Shocks and stuns enemies.	Tier two contract
Napalm Burst	Burns enemies over time.	Tier one contract
Shatter Blast	Bullets explode on impact.	Tier two contract

Wonder Weapons

Item	Effect	Source
Ray Gun case	Crafts the Ray Gun. Automatic laser gun.	Tier three contract
The Scorcher case	Crafts The Scorcher. Pulse rifle.	Red Worm Storm Boss
Wunderwaffe DG-2 case	Crafts Wunderwaffe DG-2. Zaps groups of enemies.	Story act three mission reward

Classified

Item	Effect	Source
Dog Bone	Summons an allied Hell Hound.	First Elder Dark Aether contract
Golden Armor Plate	Armor slots will automatically refill.	Second Elder Dark Aether contract
Aether Blade	Throwing knife that seeks an additional enemy before returning.	Third Elder Dark Aether contract

If you are looking to grind contracts in an attempt to get more schematic drops, there are certain contracts that are faster to complete. Deliver Cargo has you just driving a vehicle while Eliminate the Bounty has you taking down a zombie boss.