If you’ve been keeping up with Fortnite’s latest season, you might have noticed a massive turtle making a splash in Chapter 6 Season 1’s trailer. This gentle giant can be seen paddling through a lake, startling the ever-quirky Peely right off his boat.
Though not marked explicitly on the map, this creature, known officially as the Great Turtle, could be the perfect spot to start your game if you land there without competition.
Want to locate this elusive beast and understand its role in the game? Let’s dive right in.
Where to Find the Giant Turtle in Fortnite
To track down this massive turtle, check one of the seven specific spots on the map. The best strategy is to quickly assess the map while you’re aboard the battle bus. Keep an eye out across these marked locations to catch sight of the Great Turtle.
You might also stumble upon Ryuji, an NPC hanging around or aboard the turtle. He sheds some light on a narrative involving a sea serpent and the Great Turtle, revealing that the turtle has been engulfed in darkness and loneliness while Ryuji is on a quest to reunite it with its lost love.
What’s the Great Turtle’s Purpose in Fortnite?
As of now (mid-December), a few weeks into the season, the giant turtle doesn’t have any significant role — it’s just a laid-back presence for players exploring the map. Yet, who knows what lies ahead? There might be an undiscovered Easter egg or future update related to the turtle’s quest to find its long-lost love.
While we await more developments, the turtle serves as a fantastic spot to snag potential loot. You can climb on its back to discover chests, slurp barrels, a spirit shrine, and even a launch pad.
