On December 2nd, the 5th season of Chapter 2 of the Battle Royale shooter Fortnite started. A big event introduced the new season, and along with a new battle pass, there are plenty of exotic weapons. We provide you with an overview of all exotic weapons and their locations.
What are exotic weapons? Exotic and mythical weapons deal significantly higher damage than regular weapons. In previous seasons, there were already bosses who carried exotic weapons as loot. If you want to avoid the fight, you can stay away from the bosses in the new season and acquire the deadliest weapons in Fortnite for gold.
Where are the exotic weapons located on the map? At seven different locations on the new map of Season 5 in Fortnite, there are the mythical and exotic weapons. Notably, there are no locations west of the Zero Point Desert. You should keep this in mind when planning your rotation.
Exotic weapons cost gold bars: To get the exotic weapons, you need to have at least 1,225 gold bars. We show you the best ways to obtain the precious metal in the Fortnite guide to Bounties and Gold Bars.
Also helpful for farming gold bars are the locations of the NPCs, which have changed with the start of Season 5. You can interact with the NPCs, and with a bit of luck, they also have bounty missions for you.
Overview of all exotic weapons
In the following, we will take a closer look at the locations and explain how you can get the coveted loot with minimal effort.
Exotic Weapon “Mandalorian’s Amban Rifle”
Location of Mandalorian’s Amban Rifle: To obtain the coveted Amban Rifle, you must defeat a Mandalorian in a boss fight. Caution is required, as the NPC boss spots you from a distance and you should only engage well-equipped. His camp is set up east of the Zero Point, right in the desert.
The special feature of the Amban Rifle: The Amban Rifle is a sniper rifle. With its built-in thermal optics, heat signatures of enemy players become visible. In its alternative firing mode, you deal a devastating electric shock to opponents in close combat.
How much damage does the Amban Rifle deal?
- Body: 110
- Head: 275
- Damage to structures: 110
- DPS: 22.5
- Rate of fire: 0.5
- Magazine size: 1
What else does the Mandalorian carry: In addition to the rifle, you will receive an exotic jetpack after successfully defeating the boss, which allows you to perform short burst jumps. The jetpack is ideal for reaching hard-to-access areas in no time.
Exotic Weapon “Splode’s Boom Sniper Rifle”
Location of Splode’s Boom Sniper Rifle: In the northeast of Stealthy Stronghold, you will find Splode’s sniper rifle. You will find the NPC next to a large hut. Just talk to him, like any other NPC, and you will receive the sniper rifle for 1,225 gold bars.
The special feature of Splode’s Boom Sniper Rifle: The revamped heavy sniper rifle deals 10 damage on hit. Shortly after, the ammunition reveals its true potential; the bullet explodes and causes area damage of 60. This is particularly useful against enemy squads that are clustered together.
How much damage does the Splode’s Boom Sniper Rifle deal?
- Body: 10 + 60 after explosion
- Head: 25 + 60 after explosion
- Damage to structures: Unknown
- DPS: 70
- Rate of fire: 1
- Magazine size: 5
Exotic Weapon “The Dub”
Location of “The Dub”: The double-barreled shotgun “The Dub” can be found at two locations. At the junkyard, west of the Dirty Docks, or southeast of Stealthy Stronghold. The crash test dummy offers you The Dub for 1,225 gold bars.
The special feature of The Dub: Similar to the flintlock pistol, The Dub sends you flying backward after a shot. This creates new options in a heated battle, and you can knock opponents out of the game with a ranged weapon.
How much damage does The Dub deal?
- Body: 120
- Head: 150
- Damage to structures: 90
- DPS: 228
- Rate of fire: 1.9
- Magazine size: 2
Exotic Weapon “Reese’s Shadow Tracker”
Location of Reese’s Shadow Tracker: You will find the suppressed pistol in the eastern warehouse of Dirty Docks. For 1,225 gold bars, you will receive the perfect weapon to silently eliminate opponents.
The special feature of the Reese Shadow Tracker: With the suppressed pistol, enemies are marked. Your opponent will then be visible for 10 seconds, and you can see their location.
How much damage does the Reese Shadow Tracker deal?
- Body: 29
- Head: 58
- Damage to structures: 29
- DPS: 195.75
- Rate of fire: 6.75
- Magazine size: 16
Exotic Weapon “Mancake’s Night Hawk”
Location of Mancake’s Night Hawk: The Night Hawk is a pistol with thermal optics and is sold by Mancake for 1,225 gold bars south of the Zero Point. You will find him in the Butter Barn at the end of the desert.
The special feature of Mancake’s Night Hawk: Mancake sells you a pistol with thermal optics that deals 44 damage per hit. However, the special thing is that the pistol also deals consistent damage over longer distances.
How much damage does the Mancake’s Night Hawk deal?
- Body: 44
- Head: 88
- Damage to structures: 44
- DPS: 70.4
- Rate of fire: 1.6
- Magazine size: 6
Exotic Weapon Lexa’s Storm Scout Rifle
Location of Lexa’s Storm Scout Rifle: The scout rifle can be obtained directly in Hunter’s Haven for 1,225 gold bars.
The special feature of Lexa’s Storm Scout Rifle: Even in the fifth season of Fortnite, the eye of the storm is unpredictable. With Lexa’s Storm Scout Rifle, you will see exactly where the next zone will be. This gives you a tactical advantage over your opponents.
How much damage does Lexa’s Storm Scout Rifle deal?
- Body: 85
- Head: 212
- Damage to structures: 85
- DPS: 76.5
- Rate of fire: 0.9
- Magazine size: 6
Which exotic weapon is your favorite? In addition to the exotic weapons, there is again a new battle pass, Mandalorian, and bounties in the new season.
