How to Get the Rubius Icon Skin in Fortnite

Shida |  Published: September 16, 2024
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Fortnite’s Icon Series is expanding with Spanish content creator El Rubius. This collaboration adds a special cosmetic and skin set to the game, letting fans play as one of the biggest names in Spanish streaming. In this article, we will show you how to get the exclusive Rubius Icon skin in Fortnite.

Who is Rubius?

El Rubius x Fortnite
Image: @elrubiusOMG on YouTube

El Rubius is a major figure in the Spanish-speaking content creation scene, with over 40 million YouTube subscribers and 15 million Twitch followers. His influence in gaming is huge, and Fortnite adding him to the Icon Series shows just how much of an impact he’s made on gaming culture.

Rubius Icon Skin Bundle in Fortnite

Rubius x Fortnite Icon Skin Bundle
GameWitted

Set to hit the Fortnite Item Shop on September 25th, 2024, at 8 PM ET, the Rubius bundle is packed with content. Priced at 2,400 V-Bucks, here’s what you’ll get:

  • Rubius Skin
  • Reactive Wilson the Cat Back Bling
  • Glowing Katana Pickaxe
  • Custom Wrap
  • Unique Emote
  • Loading Screen
  • LEGO-style variant for use in LEGO Fortnite

The Rubius skin has different styles for versatility. Players can choose between a casual look of Rubius himself and a more fantastical purple cat-like character. This variety makes the skin appealing to many different tastes.

The highlight of this Icon Series set is the Wilson the Cat back bling. Inspired by Rubius’s real-life pet, this cute accessory has caught the community’s eye. It’s interactive and reacts by waking up during certain emotes, adding a charming touch to the cosmetic.

How to Get the Rubius Icon Skin For Free in Fortnite

Fortnite Rubius Cup tournament Date
Epic Games

Competitive players have a great chance to get the Rubius Icon Series bundle early. Fortnite will hold the Rubius Cup tournament on September 21st, 2024, where top performers can earn the entire bundle for free, three days before its official release.

Whether you’re a long-time fan of El Rubius or you just enjoy unique Fortnite cosmetics, this Icon Series release has something special. The mix of personalized items like the Wilson back bling and versatile skin styles makes it appealing to many players. Mark your calendar and don’t forget to get this unique skin!

About Author

Shida is an avid gaming and anime writer with a background in journalism covering both the topics, and fashion. She is a passionate writer since she was in high school. Shida is also a lover of cozy games like The Sims, Stardew Valley, Coral Island, and FIelds of Mistria.