Loot Guide
Every Mythic Weapon in Fortnite
A complete guide to every mythic weapon in Fortnite history, organized by chapter and season. Updated for Chapter 6 Season 1.
Current Mythic Weapons
These mythics are currently available in the Fortnite Reload loot pool. Drop rates are low, which is what makes finding them content.
Midas' Drum Gun
One of the most iconic weapons in Fortnite history. High fire rate, solid damage, and enough magazine capacity to shred through multiple opponents. The gold Mythic version is unmistakable.
Drop rate: ~1 in 7,000 from any chest or Supply Drop
Introduced: Chapter 2 Season 2
Skye's Assault Rifle
Better accuracy than the standard Mythic AR with cleaner iron sights and lower recoil. One of the easiest Mythics to use effectively under pressure.
Drop rate: ~1 in 7,000 from any chest or Supply Drop
Introduced: Chapter 2 Season 2
The Heisted Set (5 Weapons)
Five weapons from the Heist series, each individually rare. Collecting all five in a single match sits at roughly 1 in 10,000 odds. Finding the full set is an achievement worth documenting.
Heisted Explosive Assault Rifle
Each round deals splash damage. One of the most chaotic weapons in the game and a content creator's dream to document. Turns every engagement into a spectacle.
Heisted Accelerant Shotgun
Close range burst damage. The Mythic version hits harder than anything else in the shotgun category. Devastating in tight spaces.
Heisted Breacher Shotgun
Slower fire rate than the Accelerant but punishing at point-blank. Built for aggressive plays into buildings.
Heisted Blink Mag SMG
Near-zero reload time. The weapon of choice for players rotating through multiple fights in quick succession. A standout of the Heisted set.
Heisted Run 'N' Gun SMG
More traditional SMG feel with better effective range than the Blink Mag. Pairs well with a long-range primary weapon.
Mythic Weapons by Chapter
Chapter 1 (2017 to 2019)
Chapter 1 predates the formal mythic rarity system. The closest equivalent was the Mythic Goldfish, introduced in Season 10. It was a fishing drop with a drop rate so astronomically low that most players never saw one in thousands of hours. Finding it was a streamer event. Boss-based mythics did not exist yet.
Chapter 2 (2019 to 2021)
Chapter 2 Season 2 established the modern mythic system. Boss characters at named POIs dropped signature weapons on elimination: Midas' Drum Gun, Skye's Assault Rifle, TNTina's Ka-Boom Bow, Meowscles' Peow Peow Rifle, and Brutus' Minigun. These weapons were unique: one per match, locked to their boss location until the boss was eliminated.
Later Chapter 2 seasons continued the pattern. Each new season brought boss-based mythics tied to that season's theme. The Kingsman Umbrella in Season X stands out as a rare melee mythic that could also be used as a glider.
Chapter 3 (2021 to 2022)
Chapter 3 introduced collaboration mythics. The Indiana Jones Satchel, the Falcon Scout drone, and weapons tied to crossover characters appeared alongside traditional boss-based drops. The loot pool grew more unpredictable as the mythic system expanded.
Chapter 4 (2022 to 2023)
Chapter 4 Season 2 introduced the Heisted weapon set: five weapons built around the season's bank heist theme. The Heisted Explosive AR became instantly iconic for its splash damage mechanic. Chapter 4 also brought the first widespread use of mythics in the Reload mode's loot pool, where the Boss-drop requirement was removed and mythics became chest-pool drops.
Chapter 5 and Reload (2023 to Present)
Fortnite Reload launched with its own curated mythic pool separate from the main game. The pool kept fan-favorite mythics like Midas' Drum Gun and Skye's AR in rotation while cycling in new additions each season. The Heisted set stayed, cementing these weapons as the core Reload mythic experience.
Mythics in Fortnite Reload
Fortnite Reload handles mythics differently from standard Battle Royale. There are no boss drops. Every mythic in Reload comes from the same chest and Supply Drop loot pool that every player is fishing through on every game. This changes the hunting dynamic entirely.
In BR, if you know the boss location and can win the fight, you get the mythic. In Reload, it is pure variance. The weapon might come from the first chest you open in game one, or you might play 100 games without seeing one.
Supply Drops improve your odds. They have a separate, more generous loot table for high-tier items. In a Reload match, routing to Supply Drops is the closest thing to a mythic strategy that actually works.
How Mythic Weapons Work
Stats
Mythic weapons have the highest base stats of any rarity. Each weapon type sees approximately a 5 to 10 percent damage increase over Legendary. Accuracy floors are also higher, meaning even off-peak shots hit harder than they would at Epic or Legendary rarity.
Drop Locations
In Reload, mythics drop from standard chests and Supply Drops. There are no dedicated boss locations. Supply Drops are your best source for improved odds. Some map rotations also spawn developer chests at fixed locations, which consistently produce high-tier gear.
Visual Indicators
Mythic weapons have a distinct gold glow and particle effect. When a mythic drops from a chest, the beam and sound are different from lower-rarity drops. You know immediately when something mythic has appeared.
Rarity vs. Power
Not every mythic is worth keeping. A mythic pistol in the later circles is rarely better than a legendary AR. Rarity and situational power are different things. Knowing which mythics to keep versus swap out separates experienced hunters from players who just collect the gold glow.
Retired Mythics
These mythics are no longer in the active loot pool. They are part of Fortnite history, which is what makes the timeline of the game so interesting to trace.
Kingsman Umbrella
Melee weapon that also functioned as a glider. One of the most unique Mythics ever added.
Introduced: Chapter 2 Season X
Mythic Goldfish
A trophy fish that instantly eliminated any player hit. Drop rate so low it became legendary. Finding one was YouTube content in itself.
Introduced: Chapter 1 Season 10
Zero Point Crystal
Single-use teleport crystal. Granted zero point dashes on activation. Extremely situational but visually striking.
Introduced: Chapter 2 Season 5
Frequently Asked Questions
How many mythic weapons are in Fortnite?
The number varies by season. Fortnite Reload currently has over 7 active mythic weapons including Midas' Drum Gun, Skye's Assault Rifle, and the full Heisted set of 5 weapons. Historically, over 30 unique mythic items have appeared across all chapters.
What was the first mythic weapon in Fortnite?
The Mythic Goldfish from Chapter 1 Season 10 is often considered the first true mythic-tier item, as it had an absurdly rare drop rate from fishing. Boss-based mythics became common starting in Chapter 2 Season 2 with weapons like Midas' Drum Gun.
Are there mythic weapons in Fortnite Reload?
Yes. Fortnite Reload has its own mythic loot pool including Midas' Drum Gun, Skye's Assault Rifle, and the 5 Heisted weapons. They drop from chests and Supply Drops at very low rates, roughly 1 in 7,000 for individual mythics.
Is mythic better than legendary in Fortnite?
Yes. Mythic is the highest rarity tier in Fortnite, above Legendary. Mythic weapons deal more damage, have better accuracy, and often have unique effects not found on lower-rarity versions. They are also far rarer.
Can you upgrade to mythic in Fortnite?
In standard Battle Royale, upgrade benches only go up to Legendary. Mythic weapons must be found directly from chests, Supply Drops, bosses, or specific map locations. They cannot be crafted or upgraded from lower rarities.
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