How to find and defeat Scorpion in Fortnite

Mortal Kombat is back in Fortnite, baby. While Sub-Zero has been here for a while, we now have Scorpion as a limited-time boss, and you can fight for a special Medallion reward. The catch? He has multiple spawn locations and is tough to beat.

Fortnite Scorpion boss locations

Scorpion can spawn in the following locations around your Fortnite map:

• Southwest of Flooded Frogs
• East of Shining Span
• In the underground tunnels of Masked Meadows

You’ll know which POI he’s appearing in when you open your map at the beginning of your match and see his Medallion icon. Upon arriving at one of these spots, you’ll find a gong to activate and a pair of Sub-Zero gloves to help you in your fight.

Once you ring the gong, Scorpion will spawn in the center of the arena with Mortal Kombat’s “3, 2, 1, Fight” sounds playing. You’ll also get some great music as you two duke it out. If he wins, he’ll eliminate you from the match. If you win, you’ll receive the First Blood Medallion, Scorpion’s Mythic Kombat Kit, and other goodies.

How to defeat Scorpion in Fortnite

Scorpion has several short-range and long-range attacks, depending on where you and other nearby players are situated. His first long-range attack lets him launch a spear that inflicts damage and pulls you to him. Shortly after, he’ll remove his mask, revealing a skull head, before spewing fire at you.

Don’t think he’s only dangerous long-range, though. He’s a formidable fighter close-range, punching and kicking away while launching flames for extra damage. Fortunately, most of these are fairly easy to dodge as long as you have some traversal tools or run from strafe while attacking.

Your best bet is to pick up some shield potions first, have a medkit or two on you, and be the first person to grab Sub-Zero’s Kombat Kit so you don’t have to travel around in search of a weapon. Otherwise, use whichever tools you’re comfortable with and try not to get caught off-guard by his spear attack or other players.

Once you defeat Scorpion, he’ll drop his Mythic Kombat Kit and the First Blood Medallion that makes the first shot out of a reloaded magazine explode.