Fortnite Season 4 of Chapter 5: Locations of New Characters

In Fortnite Chapter 5, Season 4, the lineup of characters has expanded, introducing fan favorites like Gwenpool and Shuri to the mix. Additionally, Triage Trooper is making a return, allowing players to hire him, as well as Artemis, Centurion, or Ruckus, for quests. However, hiring defeated Henchmen is still not an option. While the character count remains modest, it's expected to grow as the season progresses.

Currently, there are 14 characters scattered across the island, though the area around Mount Olympus is notably sparse. Interacting with these NPCs can provide you with valuable items, opportunities to purchase rare weapons, or even hire them to gain a competitive edge.

Specialists such as Scout, Heavy, Supply, and Medic can be hired during matches, each offering unique abilities. Scouts can mark and target enemies from a distance, Heavies handle explosives and are fire-resistant, Supplies keep your ammo stock replenished, and Medics can heal and even revive you. Knowing the locations of these characters in advance can be crucial for future quests, as certain missions may require specific characters.

Though Fortnite characters no longer distribute quests, they are still incredibly useful for items, healing, and combat assistance. Understanding their locations can be the difference between victory and defeat. If you're looking to hire a bodyguard or benefit from their services, you'll need to track down all 14 characters.

Characters accept Fortnite gold bars as payment, which you can use to purchase weapons, items, and other services. With the massive size of Fortnite’s world, it’s unlikely you'll stumble across all of them by accident. That’s where this guide comes in, ensuring you’ll quickly find the characters you need to meet.

Fortnite Character Locations in Chapter 5, Season 4

There are 14 official characters to find in Fortnite, and you can keep track of who you’ve encountered by visiting the Characters tab on the Quests screen. They each spawn at specific locations, which makes tracking them easier. If another player hires or eliminates a character, they will no longer be present in their designated spot.

You’ll know you’re near a character when a speech bubble icon appears on your map, and you’ll see the same icon above their head—even through walls. Some characters can be recruited to fight by your side, and a specific "Hire" icon will replace the speech bubble when that option is available. Once you interact with them, they’ll be added to your Collection, and you’ll receive a confirmation on your screen. Here are the current Fortnite character locations:

1. Artemis – Underworld Station (east of The Underworld)

2. Brite Raider – Dock southeast of Brutal Beachhead

3. Captain Jones – South of Restored Reels

4. Centurion – Piney Lane (north of Doomstadt)

5. Gwenpool – Gas station west of Reckless Railways

6. Heroic Hope – East side of Sandy Steppes

7. Nisha – Snooty Station (northeast of Sandy Steppes)

8. Peabody – Pea Bois HQ (northwest of Redline Rig)

9. Peelverine – Restored Reels

10. Ruckus – Lil Dirty Dock (southwest of Brawler's Battleground)

11. Rust – Reclaimed Villa (northwest of Sandy Steppes)

12. Shuri – Repair station east of Nitrodrome

13. Triage Trooper – Lake southwest of Grand Glacier

14. War Machine – Latverian Station (southwest of Doom's Courtyard)

Bosses (Defeat to earn Fortnite Medallions):

- Emma Frost – The Raft

- Mysterio – Doomstadt

- Doombot – Castle Doom

Fortnite Character Abilities and Services

When you find a Fortnite character, interacting with them offers a variety of options, from completing tasks to purchasing services or items. These are some of the choices available, though not all are currently active:

- Duel – Defeat the character in combat to claim their weapon.

- Hire – Recruit the character to join your squad and fight alongside you.

- Patch Up – Restore your health.

- Prop Disguise – Turn yourself into a prop until you take damage or use an item.

- Rift – Open a rift to teleport into the sky, allowing you to glide.

- Storm Circle Hint – Discover where the next storm phase will form.

- Tip Bus Driver – Post a tip to the Battle Bus driver.

- Upgrade – Enhance your equipped weapon.

- Weapons – Purchase weapons, including Exotics.

Specialist Characters and Their Skills

Looking for specific services? Here’s a breakdown of which characters offer key services:

- Hire:

 - Artemis – Scout Specialist

 - Centurion – Supply Specialist

 - Ruckus – Heavy Specialist

 - Triage Trooper – Medic Specialist

You can issue commands to a Specialist character by holding left on the d-pad and selecting an option. This season, you can also recruit downed enemy NPCs by interacting with them.

Patch Up:

 - Captain Jones

 - Gwenpool

 - Peelverine

Rift:

 - Peelverine

 - Shuri

Fortnite Character Weapons and Purchases

Certain characters offer specific weapons or items. Here’s a quick look at what you can get from various NPCs:

- Artemis – Combat Assault Rifle (Epic)

- Brite Raider – Dual Micro SMGs (Epic), Shockwave Grenade x2 (Epic)

- Captain Jones – Captain America's Shield (Epic), Monarch Pistol (Epic)

- Centurion – Monarch Pistol (Epic), Striker Burst Rifle (Epic)

- Doombot – Monarch Pistol (Mythic), Doom's Arcane Gauntlets (Mythic) [defeat in combat]

- Emma Frost – Striker Burst AR (Mythic) [defeat in combat]

- Gwenpool – Dual Micro SMGs (Mythic), Shockwave Grenade x2 (Epic)

- Heroic Hope – Monarch Pistol (Epic), Striker Burst Rifle (Epic)

- Mysterio – Sovereign Shotgun (Mythic) [defeat in combat]

- Nisha – Combat Assault Rifle (Epic), FlowBerry Fizz (Rare)

- Peabody – Hammer Pump Shotgun (Epic), Shield Bubble Jr. x2 (Uncommon)

- Ruckus – Hammer Pump Shotgun (Epic)

This guide will help you locate and take full advantage of the characters in Fortnite Chapter 5, Season 4, boosting your chances of success in every match!