Two of the biggest games right now are teaming up. Honkai Star Rail is coming to Fortnite with two fan-favorite characters, and you can actually get one of them completely free. Here’s everything you need to know about how to get Kafka and Blade Honkai Star Rail skins in Fortnite, including when they drop, too!
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When Do the Honkai Star Rail Skins Release in Fortnite?
The Honkai Star Rail skins will hit the Fortnite Item Shop on February 26th, 2026. They’ll go live at different times depending on where you are in the world, so check the table below to see when you can grab them.
| Region | Release Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | February 26 – 4:00 PM |
| Eastern Time (ET) | February 26 – 7:00 PM |
| Europe (CET) | February 27 – 1:00 AM |
| India (IST) | February 27 – 5:30 AM |
| Japan (JST) | February 27 – 9:00 AM |
| Australia (AEDT) | February 27 – 11:00 AM |
Honkai Star Rail’s big Version 4.0 update drops on February 13th, 2026, so the timing is pretty close to this collaboration. That update brings a whole new region called Planarcadia and two new characters to the game.
How to Get Kafka and Blade Honkai Star Rail Skins in Fortnite?
The collab brings two of the most popular characters from the Stellaron Hunters: Kafka and Blade. Both characters are super iconic in the Honkai community and have really cool designs that should look amazing in Fortnite. Epic Games teased this collab earlier by posting images of two swords that matched Kafka and Blade’s weapons perfectly. Now it’s officially confirmed.
The skins will be available to buy from the Item Shop, and each of the individual skins costs 1,500 V-Bucks with extra LEGO Variants.
What’s Included in Honkai Star Rail Skins Bundle?
Of course, the skins aren’t the only thing you’re getting. The collab includes several extra items that’ll make your characters feel complete. Here is the breakdown:
Stellaron Hunter Blade Bundle
This bundle costs you 1,800 V-Bucks and have four items inside it:
| Item Name | Image | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Stellaron Hunter Blade Skin |  | 1,500 V-Bucks |
| Stellaron Hunter Blade LEGO Variant |  | Included with Blade Skin |
| Red Spider Lily Back Bling |  | 300 V-Bucks |
| Shard Sword Pickaxe |  | 800 V-Bucks |
Stellaron Hunter Kafka Bundle
Just like Blade’s bundle, this one also costs 1,800 V-Bucks and includes four items:
| Item Name | Image | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Stellaron Hunter Kafka Skin |  | 1,500 V-Bucks |
| Stellaron Hunter Kafka LEGO Variant |  | Included with Blade Skin |
| Twilight Trill Back Bling |  | 300 V-Bucks |
| Kafka’s Sword Pickaxe |  | 800 V-Bucks |
The collab is part of Epic’s Gaming Legends Series, which brings characters from other popular games into Fortnite. Previous collabs have included characters from Mortal Kombat, Deep Rock Galactic, and tons of other franchises.
How to Get the Blade Skin for Free
You don’t have to pay for the Blade outfit if you play Honkai Star Rail. HoYoverse is running a special promotion through the Epic Games Store. If you download Honkai Star Rail from the Epic Games Store and join their Top Up Event, you’ll get the Blade skin completely free.
You just need to purchase an eligible item in Honkai Star Rail on Epic Games Store and get the Stellaron Hunter Blade Outfit in Fortnite as a gift-with-purchase.
If you’re a fan of either game, this collab is definitely worth checking out. Kafka and Blade are two of the coolest characters in Honkai Star Rail. Moreover, the free Blade offer makes it even better. Even if you’ve never played Honkai Star Rail before, downloading it and participating in the event could save you some V-Bucks. Plus, you might actually enjoy Star Rail. It’s a really good game with great characters and stories.
