by theygamesTo earn a treasure trove of Pirates of the Caribbean items in Fortnite, players must complete various quests to prove their swashbucklin’ skills. From plundering gold to using a Ship in a Bottle, this guide covers every quest in Fortnite’s Cursed Sails event.
How to earn Map Pieces and Cursed Gold in Fortnite
During the Cursed Sails event, players earn Cursed Gold by completing The Pirates’ Code Quests. Every 1,000 Cursed Gold earns you a free reward on the Cursed Sails Reward Track, with eleven bonus rewards available for those who purchase the Premium Reward Track for 1,000 V-Bucks.
Budding pirates can also earn Jack’s Ship Glider for free by collecting all eight Map Pieces, obtainable by completing four quests in all eight Pirate Code quest sections. You’ve got your work cut out for you, mate — but that’s why I’m here to help you with every quest below.
Pirate Code One Quests
Complete four Pirate Code One Quests to earn Map Piece One, as well as XP and Cursed Gold.
Where to find a Ship in A Bottle and how to destroy structures and objects
Ship in a Bottle is a new Pirates of the Caribbean Mythic item obtained from Chests in the Shipwreck Shallows pirate ship or lone pirate ship on the east side of the Island. It only has one charge before it disappears, so use it wisely!
Using the Ship in a Bottle allows you to sail atop a ghostly ship, damaging everything in its path. Embrace your inner Blackbeard and use the Ship in a Bottle in front of an area dense with structures and objects to complete this Quest.
How to walk the plank
To “walk the plank,” visit the Shipwreck Shallows pirate ship in the middle of the map and step off the plank at the side. If Shipwreck Shallows is looking a little too busy, you can also use the pirate ship on the east side of the island.
Where to locate the Jar of Dirt and deliver to Jack Sparrow in Fortnite
The Jar of Dirt is located in front of the train wreck at Orchard Station in the north part of the wasteland section of the map. Once you’ve grabbed it, it’s time to return it to its rightful owner, Jack Sparrow.
Jack Sparrow wanders across a cove across from the pirate ship on the East side of the Island. Talk to him and give him the one item that can defeat Davy Jones.
How to hit headshots or eliminate opponents
Grab your favorite ranged weapon of choice and land headshots or eliminate players ten times. The fastest way to complete this is by defeating players with headshots, as both the hits and elimination will count towards your progress.
How to an opponent with a single pistol shot
In Pirates of the Caribbean, Jack’s pistol is loaded with only a single bullet. Simply shoot a player once with any pistol to complete this callback to the Captain.
How to collect gold bars from eliminated players
Eliminated players drop gold bars when defeated. After you’ve sent a foe back to the Lobby, run over to their location and pick up their bars. You’ll need to collect a total of 100 bars from players, which should only take five or fewer eliminations in total.
How to hit opponents with different weapon types
Ticking off this quest is as easy as hitting players with three different weapon types — for example, a shotgun, pistol, and assault rifle. Progress is counted across multiple matches, so you’ll likely complete this one without thinking.
Pirate Code Two Quests
Completing four Pirate Code One Quests unlocks the Pirate Code Two section. Ticking off four Quests in this section unlocks Map Piece Two.
How to raise the flag on the Floating Island
Toward the end of a Fortnite Battle Royale match, a Floating Island (AKA Loot Island) will appear in a random location. Head to its location marked on the map and ascend onto the Island through its ascenders or the nearby rifts.
To raise the flag on the Floating Island, stand in the center and wait for the flag to rise to the top. The flag will only move if you (or a teammate) stand inside the circle, so make sure you’re well-prepared to defend yourself.
How to damage players that have damaged you
Completing this Quest requires you to deal 500 damage to players that have damaged you. Since your opponents probably won’t stand still, you’ll likely complete this task naturally as you progress the others. If not, there’s always Team Rumble.
How to drink potions in different matches
In Fortnite, a “potion” is what many players refer to as Shield Pots and Minis. Drink at least one type of Shield Potion over the course of three matches to complete this Quest.
Where to find a Flint-Knock Pistol to damage opponents and travel distance from its knockback
Flint-Knock Pistols can be found as regular loot or purchased from Brite Raider (1), Chiara (2), Rust (3), or Persephone (4) for Bars. Either Track the quest in-game or use the map above to find the NPCs who sell the Flint-Knock.
Firing the Flint-Knock blasts you in the opposite direction a considerable distance. Use the Flint-Knock’s knockback to travel and shoot enemies to progress this Quest over multiple matches. Make sure to jump to increase your distance!
How to speak to character before taking damage
Speak to any NPC before taking any damage in a match to complete this quest. Courtesy of Fortnite.gg, you can find the locations of every character in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 above.
Pirate Code Three Quests
Completing four Pirate Code Two Quests unlocks the Pirate Code Two section. Ticking off four Quests in this section unlocks Map Piece Three.
Where to find and read the “Dead Mens’ Tales” Book
The Dead Mens’ Tales Book is located on a desk in a small building next to the green river, directly west of Grim Gate. “Read” the book (which actually has no pages) to complete the Quest.
How to listen to Pirate Tales from different Pirates
During the Cursed Sails, there are four Pirates of the Caribbean NPCs across the island. Find and talk to Elizabeth (1), Davy Jones (2), Barbossa (3), and Jack Sparrow (4) to complete the “Listen to Pirate Tales from different Pirates” Quest.
How to Reboot, Revive, and Eliminate in the Underworld
The Underworld is a POI in the southwest corner of the Island. Eliminate a player, revive a squad member, or use the Reboot Van in The Underworld to complete this Quest. This is a shared Quest, meaning anyone in your Squad can complete it for the rest of the team.
How to eliminate opponents while carrying a Medallion
Medallions are dropped by The Machinist in Redline Rig, Ringmaster Scarr in Nitrodrome, and Megalo Don in Brutal Beachhead. Sometimes, these bosses can go for a joyride in their vehicle in a random section of the Island. Luckily, you can always see the location of all three Medallions on the map.
How to visit Shipwreck Shallows and eliminate an opponent in a single match
Shipwreck Shallows is the Pirates of the Caribbean POI in the middle of the map. Visit Shipwreck Shallows and eliminate an opponent anywhere in the same match to complete this challenge. You can even take out an opponent and then visit Shipwreck Shallows.
A Pirate’s Life – How to plunder Gold Bars
This “plunder gold bars” quest has ten total steps, increasing the number of bars required for every step. Gold bars can be collected through the following methods:
- Eliminating players
- Opening containers, cash registers, and safes
- Destroying washing machines, couches, and beds
- Completing certain NPC quests
- Throwing an EMP at any vending machine
- Completing bounties (briefings)
Pirate Code Four Quests
Pirate Code Four Quests will be released on July 25 at 9 AM ET. Check back soon!
Pirate Code Five Quests
Pirate Code Five Quests will be released on July 27 at 9 AM ET. Check back soon!
Pirate Code Six Quests
Pirate Code Six Quests will be released on July 29 at 9 AM ET. Check back soon!
Pirate Code Seven Quests
Pirate Code Seven Quests will be released on July 31 at 9 AM ET. Check back soon!
Pirate Code Eight Quests
Pirate Code Eight Quests will be released on August 2 at 9 AM ET. Check back soon!
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