Fortnite: Mastering the Typhoon Blade Acquisition

Fortnite Hunters ushers in a fresh wave of excitement with the debut of Chapter 6, offering players an entirely new map filled with breathtaking locations, enhanced movement mechanics, and fearsome demonic bosses to conquer. Alongside these immersive changes comes a diverse selection of weapons designed to suit every playstyle.

From the high-octane Fury Assault Rifle to the hard-hitting Oni Shotgun, this season’s arsenal delivers on ranged combat excellence. However, for those who prefer to get up close and personal, the Typhoon Blade stands out as a top-tier choice. Here's your complete guide to obtaining and mastering the Typhoon Blade in Fortnite.

Updated on January 15, 2025, by Nathan Round: The Typhoon Blade has rapidly become a staple weapon for both mobility and close-range dominance. This guide has been refreshed with reliable methods to help you secure the Typhoon Blade, especially for players having trouble locating it.

How To Get The Typhoon Blade

Looting Typhoon Blade Stands

The most dependable way to acquire the Typhoon Blade is by looting it from a dedicated Typhoon Blade Stand. These stands appear at fixed spawn points across the island, though they don't always generate in every match. Some of the best spots to check include:

• Flooded Frogs
• Magic Mosses
• Lost Lake
• Nightshift Forest
• Shogun's Solitude

Once you locate a stand, simply interact with it to claim the Typhoon Blade and add it to your inventory.

Chests & Floor Loot

For players who prefer to avoid direct conflict or contested zones, there's still a chance to find the Typhoon Blade inside standard chests or scattered as floor loot. While this method relies on RNG, it ensures that even those avoiding hot zones have a shot at acquiring the weapon.

Defeating Demon Warriors

Demon Warriors are elite enemies that spawn at active portals throughout the map—typically three per match—and are marked directly on your minimap. If a Demon Warrior is wielding the Typhoon Blade, defeating them grants a chance to obtain it. Additionally, they may drop one of two powerful Oni Masks, making them well worth the fight.

Purchase From Kendo

Looking for a guaranteed way to get the Typhoon Blade? Completing all five stages of Kendo’s Melee Expertise Quest unlocks the ability to purchase the Typhoon Blade directly using Gold Bars. You can find Kendo northeast of Nightshift Forest after completing the prerequisite quests.

Defeating Shogun X (Mythic Only)

For those chasing the Mythic variant of the Typhoon Blade, victory over Shogun X in Shogun’s Arena is required. This challenge offers a high-risk, high-reward opportunity for players seeking the ultimate melee weapon in the game.

How To Use The Typhoon Blade

The Typhoon Blade isn’t just a deadly melee weapon—it also doubles as a versatile mobility tool, giving players an edge in both traversal and combat. However, durability is limited, so use it wisely. Once depleted, the blade disappears from your inventory permanently.

Typhoon Blade Abilities Breakdown:

• Passive Ability: Boosts sprint speed and reduces stamina drain while the blade is equipped.
• Attack: Press the shoot button to perform a slashing combo. Each hit deals 30 damage, with the final strike delivering 50 damage. Can be used mid-air to negate fall damage.
• Cyclone Slash: Activate with the aim button for a heavy attack dealing 90 damage and knocking back nearby enemies. Comes with a 10-second cooldown.
• Wind Leap: Press jump during a sprint to launch into the air, canceling fall damage upon landing.
• Air Dash: Press jump while airborne to dash forward, also nullifying fall damage.

Whether you're slicing through enemies or gliding across the battlefield, the Typhoon Blade is an essential tool for aggressive playstyles and fast-paced action. Make sure to track down one of these rare weapons and maximize its potential in Chapter 6 Season 1.