Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 is built around a codename that has leaked as "Runners," and the early chatter centers on which characters could anchor its Battle Pass. The two names driving most of the speculation are Homelander from The Boys and Sonic the Hedgehog, both of which fit a speed-themed season. None of these skins have been confirmed by Epic Games yet, so treat everything below as rumor until the season actually goes live.
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 release date
Chapter 7 Season 3 is currently set to begin on June 5, 2026. The handoff is expected to follow a live event that closes out Season 2, which is the standard pattern for these transitions. Because the date is tied to a live event rather than a fixed clock, the exact start time can shift, so the day is the reliable part right now.
Homelander (The Boys) Battle Pass leak
A Fortnite x The Boys crossover has been expected for a while, and leaks suggest the collaboration is close. Homelander is the name most often attached to it, and the "Runners" theme lines up with the character's super-speed. He is being floated as the season's secret skin, potentially bundled with a cape glider and a laser-eye emote.
Sonic the Hedgehog (SEGA) Battle Pass leak
A full Fortnite x SEGA tie-in has sat near the top of player wishlists for years, and the speed-focused season makes Sonic an obvious fit. The crossover has been mentioned in leaks, though it is not certain whether Sonic would arrive as a full outfit or as a Sidekick companion instead.
Cecil Stedman (Invincible Wave 3) Battle Pass leak
The Invincible collaboration has already brought Omni-Man, Invincible, and Atom Eve into the Item Shop. A third wave is rumored, with Global Defense Agency director Cecil Stedman pegged for the Chapter 7 Season 3 Battle Pass. Other Invincible characters, including Conquest and Tech-Jacket, are tied to the same wave but are expected to appear through the Item Shop rather than the pass.
He-Man and Skeletor (Masters of the Universe) Battle Pass leak
One of the stronger candidates is a Masters of the Universe pairing of He-Man and Skeletor. The timing is the main argument: a new Masters of the Universe film is set to release on the same day the season starts, and a crossover is already rumored to be in development. Leaks suggest He-Man's Power Sword and Skeletor's Havoc Staff could be reworked into harvesting tools.
Doctor Slone and Singularity originals
On the Fortnite-original side, voicelines from the Chapter 7 Season 2 quests hint at Doctor Slone returning, which could mean a fresh look for the IO scientist in the Season 3 pass. The ongoing Dark Voyager and Zero Point storyline gives her a reason to step back in, possibly alongside the Foundation. Singularity, the mech pilot from Chapter 1 Season 9, has also been referenced through quest dialogue, suggesting she may rejoin the story.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners theory tied to "Runners"
The "Runners" codename has fueled a theory pointing toward Night City. A Cyberpunk: Edgerunners collaboration could land in the Battle Pass, lined up with the show's second season. David Martinez and Lucy are the names players expect to lead that crossover, with the chance of futuristic weapons joining the loot pool.
Chapter 7 Season 3 Battle Pass leaks summary
| Leaked addition | Source franchise | Expected role |
|---|---|---|
| Homelander | The Boys | Secret skin candidate |
| Sonic the Hedgehog | SEGA | Skin or Sidekick |
| Cecil Stedman | Invincible (Wave 3) | Battle Pass skin |
| He-Man & Skeletor | Masters of the Universe | Battle Pass skins |
| Doctor Slone & Singularity | Fortnite originals | Returning story skins |
| David Martinez & Lucy | Cyberpunk: Edgerunners | Theory tied to "Runners" codename |
Epic Games tends to confirm a full pass only in the days right before a season launches, and past chapters show that some leaked names land while others never appear. For now, the safest read is that Homelander, Sonic, Cecil, and the Masters of the Universe duo are the most likely Battle Pass additions, with the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners angle resting mostly on the season's name. Expect the picture to sharpen as the June 5 start draws closer and official teasers begin.