"Reacting to Epic Games' confirmation of the leaks, the whistleblower opened up about their decision to "spoil" the collaboration, saying it was largely due to author JK Rowling's views on trans people. In a statement on X/Twitter, they pointed to Rowling's engagement with the false claims that Olympic boxer Imane Khelif, who faced abuse during the 2024 Paris Olympics, was a closeted trans woman."
"Fortnite Underground said they believed it was impossible to separate Rowling's actions from the fantasy series that helps to fund them. "There's been a sentiment around this collaboration that goes something like 'you can separate the art from the artist', but that is a significantly harder ask when the artist is using their royalties to fund lawsuits and legislation that intentionally damage the quality of life of transgender people around the world.""
"Publisher Epic Games officially announced its flagship battle royale video game would collaborate with the Wizarding World during a guest spot at the Game Awards earlier this week. While the official crossover has yet to commence, developers followed the announcement with a set of Harry Potter themed cosmetics, including Hogwarts robes and a magical chocolate frog. Rumours that the fantasy series could come to Fortnite circulated in November after anonymous leaker Fortnite Underground shared information suggesting a crossover was coming."
An anonymous whistleblower revealed early details of the upcoming Fortnite crossover with Harry Potter, saying they wanted to "ruin the surprise" for fans. Epic Games announced the collaboration at the Game Awards and developers released Harry Potter-themed cosmetics including Hogwarts robes and a magical chocolate frog. The whistleblower said their decision to leak was motivated by J.K. Rowling's views on trans people and her financial support for legal efforts. The whistleblower pointed to Rowling's engagement with false claims about Olympic boxer Imane Khelif and noted a criminal complaint naming Rowling and others for alleged aggravated cyber harassment. Rumours had circulated earlier from Fortnite Underground.
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