The Foundation hands out some of the most rewarding quests in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2, but tracking down his lost helmet and cape is one that trips up a lot of players. The game gives you almost no directional help, and the two items are planted on nearly opposite ends of the island. Here's exactly where to go so you can stop wandering and start collecting.
Where is The Foundation's lost helmet?
The Foundation's lost helmet sits on a snowy peak directly north of Wonkeeland and northwest of Frigid Fortress. If you're orienting yourself further, it's also south of the Storm Station Landmark near the northern edge of the island.
Head to the tallest peak on the western side of the snowy mountain range. Once you're close enough, a white diamond exclamation point icon will appear on your screen to guide you to the precise spot. The helmet itself looks exactly like the one The Foundation wears in-game: a dark grey helmet with red markings across the visor. It's partially buried in the snow, so keep your eyes low as you approach.
After testing the route from multiple drop points, landing near the Storm Station Landmark and working south toward the peak is the fastest approach if you're coming from the north side of the map.
Fortnite Guide: How to Find The Foundation's Lost Helmet and Cape
Where is The Foundation's lost cape?
The Foundation's lost cape is on the complete opposite end of the island from the helmet, which is the part of this quest that catches most players off guard. Head to the southern coastline, directly south of Sus Studios and east of Battlewood Boulevard. Look for a large rock formation near the water's edge.
The cape shares the same dark grey and red color scheme as the helmet, so once you're in the right area it's easy to spot. The same white diamond exclamation point icon marks its location. Approach it and use the Pick Up interact prompt to register the collection.
Fortnite Guide: How to Find The Foundation's Lost Helmet and Cape
How to complete The Foundation's helmet and cape quest
The quest completes the moment you collect both items in a single session. There's no specific order required, so pick whichever location is closer to your drop point first.
Both items use the same white diamond exclamation point marker, so navigation is straightforward once you're in the general area. The Pick Up button prompt appears automatically when you're standing close enough.
For players working through multiple quest lines at once, keeping a mental note of NPC locations saves a lot of backtracking. You can browse more Fortnite guides on GAMES.GG to stay ahead of every active quest and seasonal challenge as Chapter 7 Season 2 continues to roll out new content.