Fortnite players might notice that there are certain actions that they perform that cause Shiny Llamas to appear seemingly out of nowhere. If they aren't familiar with this item and understand what it's for, it might confuse them to see them pop out of the blue as loot, as they appear to have no purpose in-game.

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This guide tells players what they need to know about the Shiny Llamas in Fortnite, including what they're for, why they should collect them, and how to farm them.

What Are Shiny Llamas in Fortnite?

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Shiny Llamas are a limited-time resource in Fortnite that players must collect in order to complete the Squad Up! Quests and earn the Starbrite Slasher Pickaxe.

In-game, Shiny Llamas have no actual purpose, as they can't be exchanged for better loot or used to obtain any other resource. However, if players want to complete quests and earn a free cosmetic while they're at it, they're definitely worth grabbing.

How to Find Shiny Llamas in Fortnite

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Shiny Llamas can only be found in Battle Royale game modes, which include BR, Fortnite OG, Reload, and Blitz Royale. However, they are exclusive to Squads playlists, so gamers will not be able to collect them when playing Solos, Duos, or Trios.

Shiny Llamas will spawn when players eliminate opponents, open Rare chests, find Supply Drops, and take out bosses in Fortnite. Shiny Llamas are only around for a couple of weeks, so gamers will no longer be able to find them in-game after January 5, 2026.

The best way to farm Shiny Llamas in Fortnite is to play game modes that allow players to easily get a higher number of eliminations, such as Blitz Royale and Reload.

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September 26, 2017
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T for Teen - Diverse Content: Discretion Advised, In-Game Purchases, Users Interact
Developer(s)
Epic Games
Publisher(s)
Epic Games
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SUBSCRIPTION
DIGITAL
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Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer, Online Co-Op
Cross-Platform Play
All platforms (except iOS/Mac)
Cross Save
Via Epic Account
Number of Players
1-4 players (online)
PC Release Date
September 26, 2017
Xbox Series X|S Release Date
November 10, 2020
PS5 Release Date
November 12, 2020
Nintendo Switch Release Date
June 12, 2018
Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date
June 5, 2025
Genre(s)
Survival, Battle Royale, Shooter, Action, Adventure
OpenCritic Rating
Mighty
Local Co-Op Support
1-4 players (certain modes)
How Long To Beat
64 hours
X|S Optimized
YES
File Size Xbox Series
89.89 GB