Lil Uzi Claims the Stronghold as Buggy Approaches in Fortnite Treasure Hunters

A new crew has dropped anchor, and it has brought something considerably louder than a sea shanty. Fortnite Treasure Hunters’ Week 2 Gameplay Trailer introduces the Lil Uzi Crew to the Island, putting a new captain, a rapid-firing weapon, and another collectible Sprite at the centre of the adventure. Meanwhile, Buggy is coming later this week, keeping the season’s One Piece collaboration firmly in view.

The second week builds on Treasure Hunters’ mix of pirate exploration, supernatural powers, and musical guests. With players already searching Crossbones Isle for loot, Lil Uzi’s arrival adds another destination worth investigating—and another opponent standing between your squad and its next upgrade.

A New Captain Takes the Stronghold

Lil Uzi Vert arrived as the Stronghold’s new Boss on November 8, bringing two particular prizes into the hunt: Lil Uzi Vert’s Lil’ SMG and the Lil’ Uzi Vert Jr. Sprite. Epic’s announcement invites players to face the captain for a chance to claim both.

The SMG has a distinctive behaviour: its firing speed increases the longer you hold the trigger, and it also provides a movement speed boost. That combination gives the weapon an aggressive identity, with sustained fire becoming part of its appeal.

The accompanying Sprite serves a different purpose. Lil’ Uzi Vert Jr. triggers a Chug Splash effect when restoring shields, adding a recovery benefit to the captain’s selection of loot. The November 8 Captain’s Day also introduced Cursed Sprites into the wild and a second Map Fragment to discover.

For players deciding where to begin a match, that gives the Stronghold a clear attraction. The potential reward is easy to understand, but committing to a Boss encounter still means spending time and resources that another squad could take advantage of. The question becomes when to approach, how prepared to arrive, and whether the surrounding area is quiet enough to finish the job.

Cursed Sprites Add a Dangerous Trade-Off

The arrival of Cursed Sprites gives collectors another decision to make. These variants increase the chance of finding rare Sprite variants, but water damages you while you carry one. On an island built around coastal locations and pirate exploration, that drawback makes route planning particularly relevant.

Epic’s season notes also place Lil Uzi alongside Cuddle Team Leader, with the pair claiming a fort during the second week. The update continues the season’s pattern of introducing new arrivals alongside weapons and collectible companions, giving familiar landing routes fresh points of interest.

The appeal of the Cursed Sprite is that its benefit comes with a practical consequence. Taking one along can make the search for rare variants more tempting, while a route through water becomes something to reconsider. A useful collectible can therefore influence the journey as well as the eventual reward.

Buggy’s Shop Arrival Is Set for November 13

The trailer’s other headline belongs to Buggy, whose Item Shop arrival is scheduled for November 13. Lil Uzi Vert’s own shop release comes a day earlier, on November 12, giving the week two separate dates for players following its featured characters.

Buggy also has a competitive appearance on the calendar. The One Piece: Buggy Cup takes place on November 13, with top regional performers able to earn the Buggy Outfit and accessories. Epic directs players to the in-game Compete tab and its competitive channels for the full rules and session details.

For One Piece fans, that keeps the collaboration moving beyond its opening lineup. Buggy brings another recognisable personality into a season already built around rival crews, unusual powers, and the pursuit of treasure.

Crossbones Isle Keeps the Adventure Moving

All of this unfolds on Crossbones Isle, the season’s new setting for 80-player matches. The Island includes One Piece locations such as Arlong Park and Windmill Village, while cannons let players launch themselves across the map.

The crossover also extends to combat. Players can use the Gum-Gum Fruit to fight as Luffy or wield Zoro’s Three Sword Style, placing the Lil Uzi Crew’s arrival within an already unusual collection of abilities and weapons.

That variety gives the second week a busy backdrop. A trip towards the Stronghold might begin with the aim of securing the new SMG, but getting there means navigating an Island where opponents can arrive with very different tools. Choosing a destination is only the first part of adapting to the match.

More Captains Are on the Horizon

The weekly arrivals continue after Lil Uzi. Hatsune Miku and Kasane Teto are scheduled to take over the Island’s resort on November 15, followed by Oscar on November 22.

For now, the latest trailer directs attention towards the new crew and the trouble still approaching. Between the Stronghold encounter, Cursed Sprites, and Buggy’s upcoming release, Week 2 gives treasure hunters several reasons to gather their squad and choose a fresh course across the Island.