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Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1: XP Quests & Battle Bus Return

Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1: XP Quests & Battle Bus Return
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 Dark Voyager skin with Battle Bus in background

Fortnite's highly anticipated Chapter 7 Season 1 has officially landed, bringing a tidal wave of fresh content, challenges, and a critical need for players to maximize their XP gains. Reports indicate battle pass progression this season is notably slower than previous iterations, making the new questlines absolutely essential for anyone aiming to unlock the coveted Dark Voyager skin and other rewards. Get ready to adapt to new island arrival methods, navigate temporary gameplay changes, and conquer a vast array of quests designed to propel you through the ranks!

Kickstarting Chapter 7: Essential XP Gains

The launch of Chapter 7 introduces a unique twist: players now arrive on the island by surfing in from the ocean, significantly limiting initial landing choices. While this impacts early game strategy, thankfully, few quests specifically demand precise landing spots. Crucially, the iconic Battle Bus is slated to make its grand return on December 4, promising a return to more conventional questing opportunities. Players should mark their calendars, as certain time-sensitive challenges await!

The Grand Return: Battle Bus Quests Explained

The season's narrative kicks off with the Battle Bus dramatically taken out of the sky. These story-driven "Rebuild the Bus" quests are temporary, offering 10,000 XP each, and will vanish forever on December 8. A second batch of these quests will become available on December 4 when the Battle Bus is repaired. Completing three of these challenges will award an exclusive emote, while finishing six will grant new vehicle wheels.

Rebuild the Bus: Objectives

  • Search containers to find and collect 20 bus parts. (Loot containers like chests and ammo boxes have a chance to drop them.)
  • Destroy 35 objects or structures while in a vehicle. (Cars and golf carts work best for breaking fences and tables.)
  • Collect 4 Battle Bus wheels at Pump N Run gas stations. (Check the garages attached to the gas stations.)
  • Hit an opponent while in a Hot Air Balloon. (New public transit balloons rotate between stations; shoot any player or NPC.)
  • Talk to Dummy about the Battle Bus destruction. (Find the crash-test dummy NPC in Ripped Tides, standing by the wreckage.)
  • BONUS: The quest to "Destroy dumpsters to find and collect Battle Bus pieces" has been automatically completed for all players due to an in-game bug.

Unveiling The Bride's Challenges

The mysterious "Bride" quests offer another substantial boost of 10,000 XP per challenge. These tasks delve into unique combat mechanics and island exploration.

The Bride Quests Overview

  • Visit 6 different named locations while in a vehicle. (Simply drive or briefly hop into parked cars at various POIs.)
  • Stage 1: Enter a Forsaken Vow Rift Gate to get a Forsaken Vow Blade. (These rare blades, with a maximum of two per round, are acquired via Rift Gate portals.)
  • Stage 2: Fight Yuki and Gogo. (Upon acquiring the blade, these NPCs will spawn and attack.)
  • Eliminate 10 opponents with a Forsaken Vow Blade. (NPCs count, making this less daunting.)
  • Hit 6 opponents with the Forsaken Vow Blade's Vengeance Dash. (Use the blade's secondary fire while airborne for this dash attack; NPCs also count.)
  • Reach 25 players remaining in 4 different matches. (This quest progresses naturally through regular gameplay.)
  • Purchase a service from The Bride. (She's located at the Sandy Strip, currently offering a rift for 600 gold bars. Note: Defeating her for a blade won't count for this specific quest.)

Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 Weekly Highlights

Each week of Chapter 7 Season 1 will introduce six new quests to the Weekly Highlights list, each granting a generous 12,000 XP. Furthermore, every third completed quest awards an additional 25,000 bonus XP, a bonus achievable up to twelve times! Currently, only the Week 1 quests are available, with Week 2 challenges slated to drop on December 11.

Week 1 Quest Breakdown

  • Travel 500 distance while flying with a wingsuit. (The wingsuit mobility item makes this achievable in one or two flights, given its ten charges.)
  • Travel 500 distance while boosting in a vehicle. (Focus on cars or SUVs; golf carts lack boosting capability.)
  • Outlast 40 players without taking storm damage. (Easily accomplished by staying clear of the storm for the first few minutes of a match.)
  • Eliminate three opponents with the Iron Pump Shotgun or Grenades. (Both items are widely available as loot.)
  • Travel 250 distance while sprinting with an assault rifle equipped. (Ensure your AR is in your active equipped slot, not just in your inventory.)
  • Break glass with a pickaxe. (Any glass window will suffice.)

With a comprehensive understanding of these crucial quests and their timings, Chapter 7 Season 1 players are well-equipped to dominate the battle pass and earn their rewards. Don't miss out on these valuable XP opportunities!