Fortnite has released hundreds of emotes over the years, but some stand out as incredibly elusive. These rarest emotes in Fortnite are owned exclusively by dedicated OG players and serve as badges of honor. Let's count down the top rarest emotes in Fortnite only true Fortnite veterans possess.
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Best Rarest Emotes in Fortnite
It's Complicated
This goofy emote where your character shrugs and gesticulates wildly hasn't been seen since August 2021. As the rarest normal rarity emote, it shows off your OG status.
Go Mufasa
Part of the Icon Series, this emote featuring a dance to DaBaby's song BOP disappeared in August 2021. Its Hip Hop flair brings energy.
Lazer Blast
The EDM dance duo Major Lazer brought this emote to Fortnite and was last seen in June 2021. Its high energy and effects make it a coveted rarity.
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Headbanger
From Travis Scott's Fortnite concert series, this headbanging emote is perfect for rocking out.
Fresh
No emote is rarer than Fresh, the iconic Carlton dance. Unavailable since 2018, its legal issues likely make it gone forever. The rarest emote overall.
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Out With the Old
This NYE 2020 emote counts down to 2021 with balloons. Tied to a seasonal event, its exclusivity has lasted for over 3 years now.
Welcome!
Welcoming The Visitor back in Chapter 1, this emote hasn't been seen since October 2019. A true classic.
Zombie Shambles
Only appearing for a single day in November 2020, this zombie walk is one of the rarest time-limited emotes ever. Spooky and exclusive.
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Kiss the Cup
Commemorating the 2019 Fortnite World Cup, this emote has never returned since July 2019. Truly a one-of-a-kind OG rarity.
The rarest Fortnite emotes signify veteran status and look amazing when busted out. For OG players, they represent the history and nostalgia of the early days.
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Rarest Emotes in Fortnite: Summary Table (In No Particular Order of Rarity)
| Emote | Last Seen |
|---|---|
| It's Complicated | Aug 21, 2021 |
| Go Mufasa | Aug 16, 2021 |
| Lazer Blast | June 13, 2021 |
| Headbanger | April 27, 2020 |
| Fresh | Nov 21, 2018 |
| Out With the Old | January 1st, 2021 |
| Welcome! | Oct 13th, 2019 |
| Zombie Shambles | November 6th, 2020 |
| Kiss the Cup | July 28, 2019 |
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