Fortnite: complete sprite guide — leveling, rewards, Sprite Party emote, and UEFN garden

Fortnite currently has 125 sprites (base + 8 new Gem sprites). The “Sprite Party” emote is awarded for leveling up 70, while completing all 125 sprites offers personal satisfaction. After August 20th, the collection will move to the Sprite Garden, and dust and extractors will reset.

The main question that plagues everyone who has ever opened the island map is: is it even worth it to bother with these little glowing creatures? The answer may disappoint you—but only if you were expecting an exclusive skin or a million XP. In reality, it’s much more prosaic, but with nuances that most guides don’t cover. Let’s take it one step at a time.

Let’s start with the fact that Season 7, Chapter 3, officially ends on August 20th. This is the date you need to squeeze the maximum out of your sprites, as some resources will disappear, but the pets themselves will not. And here’s the real intrigue: the developers have moved your collection to a separate area, so your efforts won’t be in vain. But first things first.

Why even bother collecting all the sprites if you get the emote at level 70?

Many players mistakenly believe that collecting them all is the key to the super reward. In fact, you get the final “Sprite Party” emote when you reach level 5 and extract 70 sprites. Anything beyond that is for collecting enthusiasts and those who want to fill the Sprite Garden to the brim.

But there’s also a practical benefit: each leveled-up sprite becomes available in the “Sprite Capsule” back accessory. And if you have an extensive collection, you can change them in the lobby using a special switch—a small thing, but a nice touch, especially if you like to stand out. Plus, you’ll accumulate sprite dust, which you can use to summon new creatures, but keep in mind that dust burns out when the season changes.

Important: On August 6th, Epic added 8 Gem sprites that provide fall protection (-30%). So now there are 125 sprites in the game, not 117. This is officially confirmed in the patch notes, although some older articles still stubbornly mention 117—don’t trust them, the data is outdated.

All Mastery Rewards: What They Give and How Much

The reward system is built in stages—you receive prizes for every few sprites you level up. Here’s the full table (information from the game and the official tracker):

After level 70, the rewards stop. Epic hasn’t announced a continuation of the track yet, although many are hoping for something else to appear in the final week of the season. For now, chasing all 125 makes sense only for the sake of completing the collection—and, oddly enough, this may be a tribute to one’s own perseverance. What resets, and what remains after August 20th?

This is where many people fall into a trap. Remember once and for all:

• Retains: the sprites themselves (all 125) – they are permanently assigned to your account and will move to the Sprite Garden, and are also available for Back Bling customization.
• Resets: Sprite Dust, Portable Extractors, Lucky Locators, and any summon-related consumables. They must be spent before August 20th, otherwise they will simply disappear.

The Sprite Garden is a separate UEFN experience that launches simultaneously with the new season. Essentially, it’s your personal museum where you can invite friends and show off your collection. All your upgraded sprites will be there, and new ones may be added in the future – for example, five winners of the Design-a-Sprite contest have already been announced for Season 4. So your collection will live and grow, even if you take a break from the game.

How to quickly level up a sprite to level 5 in one match?

If you’re determined to get the missing sprites, here’s a working method that doesn’t require super skill—just knowledge of the locations and a little luck.

Cluster Coast Scheme:

1. Land in the Cluster Coast area—there are lots of small sprites and chests there.
2. Immediately look for a rubber ducky (there are several along the coast)—it gives a small experience bonus.
3. Run into the secret room under the bridge—there’s almost always a Mending Machine there, which repairs your sprite and gives you +1 level.
4. Activate all the beacons in the area—each one grants mastery points.

You can get 2-3 levels in one match if you avoid firefights. And on Tuesday, Mastery Monday, experience is doubled—it’s the perfect time for mass leveling. A comparison of methods shows that this route yields better results in terms of time and safety than chasing beacons or hunting monsters.

So what’s the bottom line? Is it worth the effort?

If your goal is emote, 70 sprites is a reasonable minimum, which will take 3-4 evenings with active play. If you’re a perfectionist and want to see the full collection in the Garden, prepare for a marathon, but remember: 125 will get you nothing but satisfaction and the ability to switch styles in your backpack. Practical advice: don’t waste time chasing them all if there’s less than a week left until August 20th. Focus on 70, grab the emote, and simply get the rest of the sprites in the Garden after the season changes—they won’t disappear. And be sure to use Mastery Monday to make things easier, and don’t forget to spend your dust before the end of the season, otherwise it will disappear.

And one more thing: judging by the community’s reaction, many players aren’t even aware of the Gem sprites that were released on August 6th. So, if you haven’t collected them yet, this is a great opportunity to drop by the island and stock up on the missing ones—they’re more useful than regular ones thanks to their fall protection. Ultimately, it’s up to you: for some, they’re just fun, while for others, they’re a way to stand out. But either way, the Sprite Garden is waiting for your collection. Good luck!