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How to Unlock the Vault and Chessboard Solution
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The Locked Vault in Shahin Manor can be unlocked by collecting 4 Transmissions in Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 (MW3) Zombies. Learn how to unlock the vault in Shahin Manor, its rewards, all Transmission locations, and the solution to the chess puzzle.
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How to Open the Locked Vault
Collect Transmissions found Throughout the Map
To open the locked vault, you need to collect 4 Transmissions that are found in set locations throughout the map; 3 of them being carried by Mercenary Bosses. Find these Transmissions and return to the Locked Vault, an option to open the vault will show up once you have collected all 4 Transmissions.
All Chess Piece Transmissions Locations
Chess Piece Boss Interactive Map
Chess Piece and Transmission Map Locations
| Chess Piece / Boss | Transmission Map Location |
|---|---|
| Bishop |  D1: Talanov Outpost in Popov Power |
| Knight |  Mobile: Inside Armored Truck roaming around the Medium Threat Zone |
| Rook |  C5: 4th Floor, Ghalia Seaside Hotel (South of Seaport District) |
| Pawn (No Boss) |
 I1: Zlatyev Array (Northeast of Orlov Military Base) |
The Bishop Transmissions Location
The Bishop is located on map sector D1, in a railway tunnel in Talanov Outpost in Popov Power. This boss is on foot and is alone which makes him easy to take down.
The Bishop Boss Location and How to Beat
The Knight Transmissions Location
The Knight is a moving AI enemy that drives an armored vehicle, following the path of the railroads throughout Urzikstan. If you target the bishop first, there's a chance that the Knight will also drive to that location.
The Knight Boss Location and How to Beat
The Rook Transmissions Location
The Rook is located on map sector C5, in a building found in the north-west of Zaravan City. Be careful when making your way to his location, as the building is filled with various traps that are meant to protect the Rook.
The Rook Boss Location and How to Beat
The Pawn Transmissions Location
The Pawn transmission is located on map sector I1, in a shack by the river in Zlatyev Array. There is no boss for this transmission, but getting will spawn a disciple with hordes of zombies.
The Pawn Transmission Location
Locked Vault Rewards
Loot Caches and Aether
The Locked Vault contains Aether and loot caches that reward players with extra loot that can be helpful if they need items. As of the game's launch, it is not yet confirmed if the loot caches in the locked vault reward wonder weapons and powerful armor.
Locked Vault Location
Underground Near the Mansion Area
| Map View Location |  |
|---|---|
| World View Location |  |
The Locked Vault is located at the bottom right of the map, inside the Shahin Manor. The underground can be accessed via the lift passage inside the house which can be found on the first floor, the left room from the main entrance of the manor.
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