Where is Harley Quinn in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3?

Harley Quinn has made her grand entrance in Fortnite Chapter 7, Season 3, arriving as part of the vibrant “Hot Bat Summer” update. Unlike the island’s typical NPCs, she doesn’t appear on your map’s character registry, making her a bit elusive for those looking to track her down.

Locating her is well worth the effort; players can either recruit her to their squad as a powerful ally or challenge her to a high-stakes duel. Emerging victorious from the fight nets you a coveted mythic warforged assault rifle and a unique Batman sprite. Here is exactly how to find Harley Quinn and secure your rewards.

Where to Find Harley Quinn in Fortnite Chapter 7, Season 3

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You can find Harley Quinn patrolling the sandy beach just west of Sinister Strip. Follow the shoreline past the strip until you hit the river, then push slightly south to find her location. Speed is essential here; because she is a unique NPC, she can only be recruited or defeated once per match. If another player gets to her first, she will become unavailable for the remainder of the game, so prioritize this location early in your drop.

Once you approach her, you are presented with two choices: hire her as a Scout Specialist for 350 gold bars or initiate a duel. Hiring her grants you a valuable teammate who automatically pings nearby loot and hostiles. If you prefer a fight, choose the duel option; she will turn hostile immediately. While she is a formidable foe, she isn’t particularly tanky—simply maintain your distance and deplete her health to claim your victory.

After you successfully defeat her, she will drop Harley Quinn’s Mythic Warforged Assault Rifle along with the exclusive Batman sprite to add to your collection.

Source: Polygon