How to Open the Ice King’s Vault in Fortnite
Act I of Fortnite Showdown has come to an end, with the Ice King taking a bow as his team has secured the first victory of the season. Accomplishing this milestone has added the Ice King Vault keycard to the loot pool, allowing players of either faction to try and claim the treasures found inside.
The problem most players encounter is that they are unable to locate the keycard, and that the method of unlocking the vault is somewhat counterintuitive. That is why, in this article, we will explain where you can find the keycard and how you can access this legendary vault.
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Summary
With the Ice King’s victory, the Ice King Vault keycard has been unlocked.
The keycard usually spawns in a tower southwest of Frigid Fortress.
The vault is in a building in the southernmost portion of the map.
Inside are chests, ammo, slurp barrels, and other valuable loot.
Ice King Vault Keycard Location
To acquire the keycard, you do not need to fight a boss, as many players have assumed from previous seasons. Instead, you only need to find it, something easier said than done.
The most common spawn location for the keycard is located inside a rather unassuming tower southwest of the Frigid Fortress, just to the left of the destroyed bridge and near the lake. You can find the keycard by jumping through the upper-level window; it should be located in the corner of the room.
It is currently unknown if it always spawns there, as some players have reported not being able to find it in that tower. If you are one of these players, try searching the other towers and ruins scattered around the Frigid Fortress.
How to Open the Ice King’s Vault
Now that you have the keycard, you might expect the vault to be located inside the Frigid Fortress itself, maybe in a hidden basement guarded by a powerful enemy. For better or worse, this is not the case. Confusingly enough, the vault isn’t even located inside the Fortress.
The vault is located in the southernmost location of the Frigid Fortress portion of the map, the building before the bridge, to be more specific. Once inside the building, keep an eye out for a pattern on the floor that is shaped like a door with small pillars on each corner. After you find it, equip the keycard in your inventory and press the Interact key to open it. After that, all you need to do is jump and enjoy the rewards.
A word of warning, however, as other players might be camping and waiting for you to show up, so make sure to secure the area beforehand, and don’t just jump in blindly, as that will not only cost you your keycard but it will also affect your rank.
What Is Inside the Vault?
Inside the vault, you will find several regular and rare chests, ammo boxes, and some slurp barrels, as well as a Port-a-Potty. Just as some players might be waiting for you to come to the vault, others might be waiting for you to exit so they can steal your loot, so make sure you use the Port-a-Potty to exit the vault.
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FAQs About the Ice King’s Vault
Q: Is the keycard guaranteed to spawn in one location?
A: As of right now, the answer is nebulous, but the tower southwest of Frigid Fortress is the most consistent spot players are finding the keycard.
Q: Can both teams access the vault?
A: Yes, once unlocked, any player can enter and loot it.
Q: Do you need to defeat a boss to get the keycard?
A: No. The keycard is found as floor loot, usually inside towers around Frigid Fortress.
Q: What kind of loot can you expect inside?
A: A mix of chests, ammo, and healing items like slurp barrels.
Q: Is the vault worth going for every match?
A: It can be, but the area often turns into a hotspot, so expect fights before and after opening it.
Final Words
The Ice King’s Vault adds a new objective for players exploring the Frigid Fortress area. Finding the keycard in the southwestern tower, locating the hidden entrance in the destroyed building at the start of the bridge, and dealing with nearby enemies are all part of the process, as odd as that process may be. The vault offers solid loot, but getting in and out safely plays just as big a role as opening it. After all, you don’t want to lose your progress after hunting down the keycard.
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