Lost in the shadows of LEGO Fortnite? Don't let darkness hinder your exploration! The Illuminator, a handy new item introduced in update 29.10, provides a permanent light source, perfect for navigating those dark corners. Let’s go over how to craft Illuminator in LEGO Fortnite.
With the Illuminator equipped you can traverse the dark of the night much more easily. If you’re wondering about the required materials and how to craft Illuminator in LEGO Fortnite, then this guide will equip you with everything you need to unlock and craft this helpful tool.
If you need help making new creations, feel free to check out some of our guides like how to craft a Food Processor or how to make a Compass.
What is the Illuminator?
While the trusty torch served its purpose, the Illuminator offers a more convenient solution. It's a passive item, meaning that once crafted and equipped, it continuously emits a gentle glow, illuminating your surroundings without needing to be held. This frees up an equipment slot and makes things a lot more convenient.
The Illuminator Recipe
Before crafting the Illuminator, you'll need to unlock the recipe. Here's how to do it:
Survival Mode
- Catch a Purple Thermal Fish. Head to the desert biome with your trusty Fishing Rod. These fish are more likely to appear there, but you can check our guide for all fish locations in LEGO Fortnite for a more detailed picture. Consider using a Bait Bucket to increase your chances of catching one.
- Upgrade your Crafting Bench twice. This unlocks the Illuminator recipe.
Sandbox Mode
- Open your inventory and select the All Items menu.
- Under the Equipment tab, locate the yellow Illuminator icon.
How to craft the Iluminator
Once you have the recipe unlocked, gather the following materials:
- 5 Purple Thermal Fish: Found primarily in the desert biome.
- 3 Wool Thread: Obtained by turning Wool from Sheep into Wool Thread using the Spinning Wheel.
- 10 Glass: Use a Shovel to dig up sand in the desert biome. Smelt the sand in a Metal Smelter to create Glass.
- 10 Brightcore: Found in the desert biome's Lava Caves with magma.
Head to your base's Crafting Bench (ensure it's upgraded to the rare level - green and gray with a sturdier look). Once there, you'll see the Illuminator recipe available for crafting. Use the gathered materials to create your very own Illuminator.
With your Illuminator crafted, open your inventory and equip it. You'll see a faint glow resembling fireflies appear on your character, signifying it's active.
With the Illuminator by your side, conquer the darkness and explore every corner of LEGO Fortnite with ease. And that’s our guide on how to craft Illuminator in Lego Fortnite. While you’re here, you might also be interested in unlocking Fishing Rods and getting a Hunting Dagger in the survival game.