Crafting is at the essence of both LEGO and Fortnite, so it only makes sense that the two of them combine to produce something special for the creative types in the gaming community. One of the key resources you'll need to craft some of the best tools in the game will take some effort, but read on to find out how to make a metal smelter in LEGO Fortnite.
As is in both the battle royale and the various franchises with LEGO games, crafting is a core element of LEGO Fortnite. Whether playing solo with the help of some villagers or with the assistance of your friends, there are plenty of resources to gather and items to build.
We've got loads of LEGO Fortnite guides to sink your teeth into. If you're on the lookout for particular resources, we've got info on how to find flexwood and get planks, as well as how to craft a sword to ward off the creatures of the night.
How to make a metal smelter in LEGO Fortnite
You'll get absolutely nowhere on your quest to acquire a metal smelter if you haven't levelled up enough, so first and foremost you'll need to ensure you have reached level nine to unlock the crafting recipe. You'll need to complete some prerequisites to get to this point, namely harvesting 15 Flexwood, 15 Obsidian, and 10 Cut Amber.
Once you have reached level nine, you'll find the metal smelter recipe nestled in the Utility Stations build menu. To bring the smelter to life, you'll need to acquire the following materials;
- 15 Brightcore
- 35 Obsidian Slab
- 3 Blast Core
How to find the materials for a metal smelter
When it comes to reaching level nine and crafting a metal smelter, there's one particular area you'll need to visit - a Lava Cave. To get your hands on Obsidian, Brightcore, and Amber, you'll need to get your character to a lava cave within a Dry Valley Biome.
The only resource you won't find with an axe or pickaxe is the Blast Core, however, these are also found in Lava Caves. To get your hands on one, you'll need to defeat a Blaster enemy. They're not hard to find, just look for the angry-looking lava rocks with fire spewing out of their tops.
That's all you need to know about making a metal smelter in Lego Fortnite. For further guidance on the game, take a look at how to make a spinning wheel, as well as how to heal your character, just in case those Blasters get too close.