NINJAGO arrives in Fortnite as part of LEGO Fortnite Odyssey’s first major themed arc, NINJAGO: Rise of the Ninja. The update goes live on December 11, 2025, bringing a new NINJAGO Island to LEGO Fortnite Odyssey, a dedicated NINJAGO LEGO Pass, and human-style skins of the core ninja for Fortnite’s non‑LEGO modes.
Fortnite NINJAGO release date and what “comes out” when
The key date is straightforward: LEGO Fortnite Odyssey’s NINJAGO: Rise of the Ninja update launches on December 11, 2025. Once the update is live, several things happen at the same time:
- NINJAGO Island becomes available as the default starting location for LEGO Fortnite Odyssey sessions after the patch.
- The NINJAGO LEGO Pass goes live, featuring Kai as its instant unlock outfit.
- Zane, Jay, and Cole outfits arrive in the Fortnite Item Shop.
- All four ninja receive life‑size, non‑LEGO “Fortnite Styles” for use in the game’s standard (non‑LEGO) modes.
On top of this first drop, there is already a second NINJAGO update planned for 2026, which is expected to expand the story on NINJAGO Island and add more characters.
Where NINJAGO lives inside Fortnite
NINJAGO plugs into Fortnite in three main places:
- LEGO Fortnite Odyssey – the new NINJAGO Island, story, and elemental abilities live here.
- Cosmetics across Fortnite – the ninja appear both as LEGO‑style outfits and as human‑proportioned Fortnite skins for use in non‑LEGO modes.
- LEGO Fortnite Brick Life – NINJAGO‑themed Builds you unlock in the NINJAGO LEGO Pass can also be placed on your Brick Life home lot.
NINJAGO Island in LEGO Fortnite Odyssey
Once the update is installed, LEGO Fortnite Odyssey sessions start on NINJAGO Island. The island is framed as a self‑contained adventure with its own progression:
- You begin at the Monastery, which functions as your main base.
- You travel across the map to three Sanctums tied to elemental powers: ICE, LIGHTNING, and EARTH.
- As you complete objectives at each Sanctum, you unlock and level up elemental abilities that are needed for the final showdown.
Combat and traversal also change. You can learn Spinjitzu using Spinjitzu Scrolls found in the mode, and you gain access to new ninja weapons: Nunchucks and Shurikens. These are built for fighting tougher enemies on the island, including a large fire‑breathing dragon boss.
Note: The update automatically spawns you on NINJAGO Island the first time you open LEGO Fortnite Odyssey after it goes live. To avoid losing vehicles or loose items, log out in one of your Villages before the patch so that anything important is stored safely.
Which NINJAGO characters are in Fortnite on December 11
The first wave focuses on the original elemental ninja squad. On December 11, the following characters become playable across Fortnite experiences:
| Ninja | Element | How to get them | LEGO style | Human Fortnite style |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kai | Fire | Instant unlock with NINJAGO LEGO Pass | Yes | Yes |
| Zane | ICE | Item Shop (individual or bundle) | Yes | Yes |
| Jay | LIGHTNING | Item Shop (individual or bundle) | Yes | Yes |
| Cole | EARTH | Item Shop (individual or bundle) | Yes | Yes |
For all four, the “life‑size” Fortnite Styles are entirely new designs, translating each character from minifigure proportions into a more traditional Fortnite skin silhouette while keeping their colors and motifs recognizable.
Other core NINJAGO characters such as Nya, Master Wu, and Lloyd are planned for the broader NINJAGO push in 2026 rather than the December 11 launch.
How the NINJAGO LEGO Pass works
The NINJAGO LEGO Pass is a paid progression track layered on top of the NINJAGO update. It offers cosmetics and Builds for LEGO Fortnite players and is also the main path to unlocking Kai.
- Instant reward – buying the pass immediately grants the Kai Outfit, including both his LEGO form and his human Fortnite Style.
- Progression – playing and earning XP in any Fortnite experience advances your pass level.
- Premium Builds – three NINJAGO‑themed Builds unlock across the track as premium rewards. These can be placed in LEGO Fortnite Odyssey worlds or on your LEGO Fortnite Brick Life home lot.
- Decor Bundles – the pass includes both free and paid Decor Bundles so you can give interior spaces a NINJAGO look.
The NINJAGO LEGO Pass can be purchased with V‑Bucks, and it is also included as part of Fortnite Crew during its active season. You manage the purchase from within Fortnite’s in‑game store; there is no separate external checkout.
Item Shop bundles and how Zane, Jay, and Cole are sold
Zane, Jay, and Cole do not sit in the pass. Instead, they appear in the standard Item Shop rotation when the update goes live.
- Each ninja can be purchased individually as an Outfit bundle containing their LEGO style and their human Fortnite Style, plus associated cosmetics.
- A larger NINJAGO bundle groups all three ninja together with their accessories for a combined price.
Once purchased, these skins are usable both in LEGO Fortnite experiences (in minifigure style) and in regular Fortnite modes with their human forms, depending on which style you select in your locker.
What changes moment‑to‑moment gameplay in LEGO Fortnite Odyssey
NINJAGO: Rise of the Ninja pushes LEGO Fortnite Odyssey further away from simple survival and crafting and toward an action‑RPG structure.
Key changes include:
- Elemental ability progression – ICE, LIGHTNING, and EARTH powers are tied to their respective Sanctums on NINJAGO Island. You unlock and strengthen them as you work through quests.
- Spinjitzu as a core mechanic – Spinjitzu Scrolls teach a spinning, high‑mobility combat technique that fills the role of a powerful movement and damage tool.
- New ninja weapons – Nunchucks and Shurikens add close‑range combo potential and ranged harassment options, respectively, on top of existing gear.
- Boss‑style encounters – the dragon enemy showcased for the update anchors the endgame of the NINJAGO Island story arc.
For players who have already engaged with Odyssey’s hero classes, NINJAGO’s elemental powers sit alongside those systems rather than replacing them, giving you more build possibilities and team compositions.
How to prepare your LEGO Fortnite world before the NINJAGO update
The update has one practical requirement: your starting point in Odyssey will be NINJAGO Island, not your existing village. To keep your current world and inventory safe, handle a couple of housekeeping tasks ahead of time.
Step 1: Before December 11, log into LEGO Fortnite Odyssey and move any vehicles and loose items you care about into one of your established Villages. Store them in chests, on stands, or parked clearly within village bounds so they are tied to that save space.
Step 2: End your play session while standing in that Village rather than out in the wilderness or in a temporary build. When the update applies, the game treats Villages as stable starting points and avoids unexpected object loss.
Step 3: After updating, launch LEGO Fortnite Odyssey. You will spawn on NINJAGO Island to begin the new story. Your existing Villages and stored items remain accessible and can be revisited as normal once you progress or switch session context.
NINJAGO’s arrival in Fortnite is not just a small crossover skin drop. On December 11, it becomes a new pillar of LEGO Fortnite Odyssey, a cosmetic line that spans both LEGO and non‑LEGO modes, and the opening chapter of a longer NINJAGO arc that continues into 2026. If you want to dive in on day one, make sure your LEGO worlds are tidied up, pick how you want to unlock your favorite ninja, and be ready to start your next run from the Monastery on NINJAGO Island.
