If you play Call of Duty: Warzone, you might have heard about secret Easter eggs tucked throughout the game. One of the most eye-catching hidden rewards involves putting a shovel to use at a special statue. In my post, “Warzone Statue Trick: Use the Shovel, Get the Loot,” I explain how to find this Warzone statue and unlock the hidden loot. I’ll also share a few tips to help you enjoy this fun in-game event even more.
How the Secret Loot Statue Works in Warzone
There’s a special statue waiting in the graveyard area of Warzone Verdansk. The trick is that you can’t simply walk up and claim the loot. You’ll need a particular item: The Shovel, also called the Lost Lion Cub. With the shovel, you can dig at the statue’s base and reveal valuable loot, such as high-level weapons or rare gear. Without the shovel, the statue blends in as ordinary scenery.
This Easter egg adds a significant puzzle element to Warzone. It breaks from the usual pulse-pounding fights by encouraging exploration, resourcefulness, and a little luck.
Where to Find the Shovel in Warzone
Getting your hands on the shovel requires skill because its spawn points rotate. The shovel doesn’t always show up every round—it might not spawn or appear at a different spot each match. After plenty of games and tips from the COD community, here are some of the most common places to check for the shovel:

- Outside the Stadium area: Look for it near a Buy Station or beside a crate.
- Next to the Bank Downtown: Scan the ground everywhere, even at the lobby entrance.
- Southernmost factory below the Quarry: Scan the ground near the machinery or along the fence line.
- Plane wreckage north of the silos: The cargo bay and by the landing gear are usual hiding spots.
- Near the graveyard: Sometimes, you’ll spot it against a tombstone or near a bench.
Remember, these are only familiar places, not guarantees. I usually check two or three prime locations at the start of a match. If you can’t spot it immediately, team up with your squad and keep each other posted since new spawn points might appear after a game update.
How to Use the Shovel for the Easter Egg Statue
Once I secure the shovel, I will head to the graveyard. The statue you’re looking for is usually between the Superstore and the Train Station in Verdansk. When you reach the statue, stand close to the base. There should be a prompt that lets you dig with the shovel.
Digging triggers the hidden loot drop. I’ve uncovered rare guns, armor satchels, killstreaks, and plenty of cash. These rewards can change the momentum, especially if you’re still gearing up. If you reach the statue without a shovel, keep searching nearby—the graveyard still has loot even if you miss out on the prize haul.
Tips for Finding and Using the Shovel
- I always drop as close to a shovel spawn spot if I aim for the Easter egg. Beating other squads to the punch helps.
- Watch for interactable objects. If something’s labeled “Dig,” you’re likely in the right area, but you’ll need the shovel to unlock the full rewards.
- Don’t overlook corners, behind crates, or under benches. The shovel likes to blend right in with the rest of the background.
- If you’re gaming with friends, split up to cover several spawn points fast. Communicate when you spot it because only one shovel appears per match.
- Once you uncover the loot, move fast. Other squads may have heard you or be staking out the statue, hoping to catch unaware players.
Why the Warzone Statue Easter Egg Is Worth Chasing
Digging into this secret event gives a fresh twist to standard matches. The loot is a real boost, and there’s something deeply satisfying about grabbing a stash that most players run past. It’s a great way to mix up squad tactics to have fun instead of focusing on top placement every match.
Besides stepping up your gear, chasing secrets like the statue helps keep Warzone feeling new. This Easter egg has become a community favorite since it rewards curiosity and teamwork. Plus, every run searching for it turns into a mini-adventure in the middle of the battlefield.
Things to Watch Out for When Hunting Statue Loot
- Other players are also hunting for the statue, so be ready for sudden close encounters.
- The graveyard can become a hot drop area, mainly if many players discuss the Easter egg online.
- If you can’t find the shovel after checking possible spots, it could mean it didn’t spawn, or someone else picked it up already.
- Remember that shovel and statue locations might change if you play in a limited-time mode. Watch patch notes or check the Warzone Reddit for the latest info.
Extra Warzone Easter Eggs and Secret Quests
The shovel and statue aren’t the only hidden challenges in Warzone. If you’re into secret-hunting, you can track down keys for bunkers, codes for mystery rooms, or hidden dig sites across the map. Turning a match into a secret quest makes every game memorable and gives your squad plenty to joke about later.
If you stumble upon any cool loot or have a story about a close call at the graveyard statue, Reddit threads, and Discord chats are full of players swapping stories and tips. Sharing screenshots, game plans, and wild finds can help the whole Warzone community get better at finding these hidden treasures.
More Warzone Easter Eggs
If you love hunting secrets, Warzone has plenty more to offer—bunker codes, secret rooms, secret keys, and hidden dig sites. These make each game feel fresh and give your squad something extra to strategize.
Join the Conversation About Warzone’s Easter Eggs
Have you found the shovel or dug up the statue’s secret loot? Do you have tips or new spawn locations to share? Drop a comment below, and let’s swap stories—your info might help other players get ahead!
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Great trick! Using the shovel to get loot from the Warzone statues is such a clever exploit—definitely a game-changer for early-game gear. I wonder if the devs will patch this soon or if it’s an intentional easter egg. Either way, it’s awesome finding hidden mechanics like this. Has anyone tested it on all the statues, or are there specific ones that work best? Thanks for sharing!
Absolutely, man!
I was blown away the first time I saw it work—felt like I stumbled into a secret treasure. ???? I’m with you… it feels like an easter egg. From what I’ve tried, it doesn’t work on every statue.
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