In Fortnite, there seems to be a current shortage of shield potions. Fortunately, there are other ways to stock up on shields.
The problem is: Many players in Fortnite are currently searching for shields longer than usual. Whether the number of shield potions has indeed been reduced cannot be precisely determined due to the sparse patch notes recently. However, some players have reported on reddit feeling like they have found fewer potions lately.
This is especially true for mini shields. User “Brogan0” dramatically demonstrated in a video how much bad luck one can have in the search for shields: he opened a total of 24 chests in a match – without finding any mini shields in them:
Where to find shields currently?
These are the alternatives: It is possible that “Brogan0” indeed had very bad luck in his match regarding the shield search. Nonetheless, it often happens that you find yourself in Fortnite without shields – you should ideally have some on you. Fortunately, there are also other options to secure a few additional shield points.
Use other shield providers: Not only shield potions allow you to recharge shields. The following items can also provide you with additional protection:
- Slurp Barrels
- Slurp Tanks
- Slurp Trucks
- Shield Mushrooms
Choose tactically clever landing spots: Some landing spots are better than others for quickly grabbing shield items at the beginning of a match. Especially Slurpy Swamp is perfect for that – primarily due to the swamp that bears its name and the factory. In the swamp, you can simply bathe to recharge your shield – assuming the enemies leave you alone.
In addition, there are plenty of other shield items to grab. This applies with the help of a clever trick also somewhat faster than if you just smash them. Besides, you can also build up your shield well in Craggy Cliffs – although other players know this too.
Go fishing: You can also find shields in the water – in the form of Slurp Fish. You can catch them with a little patience. However, these fish are also relatively rare in comparison.
Fishing also advances you in achievements. You can see what they look like here:
