Fortnite’s ever-evolving universe has added a galactic twist with the arrival of four Mandalorian NPCs on the island. As part of the ongoing Star Wars crossover, players can now hire these Mandalorians to gain powerful allies during matches. But before they’ll join your side, a few steps need to be followed to earn their trust and secure their services.
Each Mandalorian NPC brings unique skills to your squad, making them valuable assets during intense battles. Here’s what each specialist can do:
- Heavy Mandalorian: This warrior is all about raw power. Armed with heavy weapons, he’s ideal for taking down enemies head-on and soaking up damage on the frontlines.
- Medic Mandalorian: Your personal field medic, this Mandalorian heals you and your teammates, which is a major advantage in long firefights.
- Scout Mandalorian: Fast, clever, and always aware of the surroundings, the Scout scans the battlefield for enemies and marks their locations for you.
- Supply Mandalorian: Never run out of resources with this one by your side. He keeps you stocked with ammunition and useful supplies.
Locating the Mandalorians
The Mandalorians are scattered across different areas of the island. On your map, you’ll see numbered icons that point to their possible spawn points. However, if you reach a spot and don’t see the Mandalorian you’re looking for, chances are another player has already hired them. So be quick, and make it a priority to get to them early in your match.
Gaining Their Trust
Before you can hire any of the Mandalorian NPCs, you’ll need to complete a set of story-based quests linked to them. Here’s how it works:
- Access the Story Tab: Go into your quest menu and find the Story tab. This is where the Mandalorian-related missions are listed.
- Complete Mandalorian Quests: These missions are typically about gathering intel and delivering it to specific Mandalorian characters. They’re fairly straightforward but may require a bit of travel and awareness.
- Earn Their Trust: After finishing these quests, the Mandalorian becomes available for hire. Without completing them, you can’t unlock the option to recruit them.
Hiring Process
Once you’ve unlocked a Mandalorian by completing the necessary quests, you can finally approach them to add them to your squad. Here’s what you need to do:
- Approach the Mandalorian: Find them at their location on the map. Make sure no other player has already hired them.
- Interact: Walk up to them and press the interaction button to bring up the options.
- Hire: Choose the ‘Hire NPC’ option.
- Payment: Hiring costs Gold Bars, and you’ll need up to 250 of them, depending on the Mandalorian. Make sure you’ve saved enough before attempting to hire.
Once hired, the Mandalorian will follow you, fight by your side, and use their special abilities when needed. They stick around for the rest of the match unless eliminated.
Strategic Advantages
Bringing a Mandalorian into battle can drastically improve your survival rate and fighting strength. Here’s how they can help:
- Combat Support: Heavy Mandalorians engage with full force, distracting and damaging enemies.
- Healing: If you’re low on health, having a Medic Mandalorian can be a lifesaver.
- Intel Gathering: Scouts give you awareness of enemy positions, which is key for planning attacks or escapes.
- Ammo and Supplies: Supply Mandalorians make sure you’re never caught unprepared in a shootout.
Tips for Success
To get the most out of the Mandalorian system, here are some tips to keep in mind:
- Early Engagement: The earlier you complete the quests and hire your Mandalorian, the better your chances of using them effectively throughout the match.
- Save Your Gold Bars: Since hiring isn’t cheap, try to avoid spending your Gold Bars on random items if you’re aiming to recruit a Mandalorian.
- Coordinate with Your Team: If you’re playing in Duos or Squads, decide who’s going to hire which Mandalorian. Doubling up on similar roles isn’t always efficient. A balanced team with different support types often has the edge.
