When and where does Marco spawn in Fruit Battlegrounds?

If you ever wanted to go against notable figures from the One Piece series, Fruit Battlegrounds can help breathe this into fruition. You’ll encounter several bosses here, including former Whitebeard Pirates commander Marco the Phoenix. Find out how to find Marco in Fruit Battlegrounds, including a location and start time.

Where to find Marco in Fruit Battlegrounds

Marco spawns in the Forest of Dressrosa on top of a flower hill. Look for some elevated terrain from the spawn point and jump on the various edges to reach the top.

You’ll know when you’re in the right place when you’ve discovered a flowery area. The Dressrosa castle will also be nearby, giving you another point of reference.

Marco may or may not be there, depending on the timing. Fortunately, he has set spawn times to help you avoid a long waiting game.

When does Marco spawn in Fruit Battlegrounds?

The Fruit Battlegrounds boss, Marco, appears hourly based on the server time. Check the server time in-game by looking at the UI elements in the bottom-right corner of the screen. You’ll get a ‘Marco Boss Spawned’ notification by the hour mark. But be warned, it will be pretty hectic there if other players are present. To deal with this, try to form a team with them to maximize your chances of defeating Marco.

Since Marco has been known for his substantial XP farming, other fighters will almost always be there. Work together and use powerful fruits, like the Okuchi, to eliminate him. However, you’ll need to watch out for his second Phoenix form, which triggers after his first health bar depletes. Use any long-range attacks to keep your distance and survive longer.

In addition to XP farming, Marco occasionally drops Phoenix Fruits and Gems. The Phoenix Fruit, although rare with a one percent drop chance, is a highly valuable item. It provides the same abilities used in Marco’s battle, unleashing high-damaging attacks with its fiery powers. But if you didn’t get this chance, the Gems are still viable for unlocking more robust fruits.