Top 15 Rarest Fortnite Emotes

Fortnite is widely known for the cool stuff it brings for its users consistently. Whether it's new character skins, weapons, or other items like charms and emotes, all this adds more fun to the gameplay. The best moment for any player in Fortnite is when they hit the victory royale, and it's time to celebrate. Every gamer would agree that emotes are the best way to express their joy for the win. However, not only after the win but also while just vibing in the lobby, you can use emotes as well. It is a great way to show your style to other players.

Epic Games has dropped numerous emotes, from weird to funny to the classic ones, but only a few of them are truly extraordinary and are considered rare. In this article, we will have a look at the top 15 Rarest Fortnite Emotes.

Top 15 Rarest Fortnite Emotes

Here we have listed the top 15 rarest Fortnite emotes based on their availability, last appearance in the game and price. The rarity of any Fortnite emote is determined by several factors, which include limited-time availability, uniqueness, and more. Now let's find out which emotes are included in this list.

15) Head Banger

The Head Banger emote was introduced in the game during Chapter 2, Season 2, as a part of the Travis Scott set. The emote is a headbanging dance move inspired by the American rapper's gestures he does during live concerts. Head Banger was made available in the item shop for 300 V-Bucks and came inside the Astronomical Gear Bundle as well, which cost 1,100 V-Bucks. This emote has appeared in the Item Shop only for a few months and was last seen on July 11, 2020, which makes it one of the rarest Fortnite emotes.

14) Hot Marat

The Hot Marat emote was inspired by a scene from Disney's Ralph Breaks the Internet. It is a comedic dance where your character shakes their body with open arms. It was released in the game on November 24, 2018, during Chapter 1, Season 6. This emote stayed in the item shop for only two days and never returned, so users cannot get Hot Marat in the game right now. Those who obtained it during those two days now have one of the rarest emotes to flex in front of other players and friends.

13) Pony Up

The Pony Up emote was released in Chapter 1, Season X in 2019. This emote allows your character to ride an imaginary pony, which is inspired by the iconic ‘Gangnam Style’ move. It is quite a fun move that was loved by many players. However, it was only given to players who owned the Ride the Pony emote, which was a reward from the Season 2 Battle Pass. It is not available in the item shop and hasn't even reappeared since the release, which makes it one of the rarest emotes.

12) Fresh

The Fresh emote, inspired by the classic ‘Carlton Dance’ from the American sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, was released in Season 2 with a cost of 800 V-Bucks. It instantly became a fan favorite because of its nostalgic vibe. The emote has appeared in the shop over 32 times but was pulled out due to a legal dispute. A lawsuit was filed by Ribeiro against Epic Games in 2018, claiming that the use of this dance is unauthorized. The lawsuit was eventually dropped in 2019, but the emote has not been re-released.

11) Go Home

The Go Home emote was first released in Chapter 1, Season X, in 2019 with a cost of 100 V-Bucks. Using this emote, your character holds a sign saying, 'Leave us alone.' The emote was available for a very limited time, which makes it quite rare. Interestingly, on May 4, 2025, the Go Home emote was accidentally re-released in the item shop but was removed after a few hours. It is now one of the rarest emotes in Fortnite.

10) The Worm

The Worm emote was introduced in Chapter 1, Season 2 in 2017. It is a cool dance inspired by funk culture, where your character wiggles on the ground just like a worm. It could be unlocked by reaching Tier 28 in the Season 2 Battle Pass. However, as of now, it is not available to obtain in the item shop and hasn't returned to the game since Season 2. You can know more about the game itself in our full Fortnite Guide.

9) Raise the Cup

The Raise the Cup is another uncommon emote that was released in Chapter 2, Season 3. It is a celebration dance inspired by Liverpool F.C.'s 2019-20 Premier League win. The amazing part is that this emote features the song You'll Never Walk Alone. Raise the Cup costs 200 V-Bucks in the item shop. It has appeared in the Item Shop only two times and was last seen on August 21, 2020.

8) Welcome!

The Welcome emote was introduced in the game during Chapter 1, Season 10, in 2019. It is a friendly dance to greet others. Originally, it had a very affordable price of 100 V-Bucks and was available in the Item Shop for just two days. It hasn't returned to the game since 2019, so users cannot claim it. Epic Games has also not made any announcement about its return, which makes it rare, as Welcome is only owned by the OG players. It is also one of the rarest emotes in Fortnite.

7) Out with the Old

The Out with the Old emote came into the game during Chapter 2, Season 5, in 2020. With a cost of only 200 V-Bucks in the Item Shop, it quickly became a popular choice among players. The emote allows players to pop up the 2020 balloon while inflating the 2021 one, showing the transition from one year to the new one. This emote appeared in the item shop very briefly for just four days, from December 29, 2020, to January 1, 2021 and hasn't returned since, making it extremely rare.

6) Scenario

The Scenario emote is inspired by dance moves from the popular K-pop song ‘Love Scenario’ by iKON. It was released during Chapter 1, Season 8. The emote became highly popular for its smooth choreography. However, it was exclusive only to players who bought a Samsung Galaxy S10, S10+, or S10e. As of 2025, it is not available in the Fortnite Item Shop as well.

5) Bop!

The Bop emote was introduced in Chapter 3, Season 3, with a cost of 200 V-Bucks. The emote is a lighthearted gesture that allows your character to wave or beckon, giving a friendly vibe. Its most recent appearance in the game came on August 14, 2025. Usually, it returns every 90 days, so fans can expect it to come the next time in October 2025. Keep checking the Item Shop daily for updates.

4) Boogie Down

The Boogie Down emote is quite a rare one, as it was introduced in Chapter 1, Season 4. This emote was created by Populotus, the winner of the 2018 Boogie Down Contest, where people submitted dance videos using the hashtag #boogiedown. The Boogie Down emote is a playful dance that players can use to flex. You can still get this emote, as it only requires players to enable two-factor authentication on their Epic Games account.

3) Kiss the Cup

As you might have guessed from the name itself, the Kiss the Cup emote is a gesture of kissing a trophy, inspired by the 2019 Fortnite World Cup. It also features a short and catchy tune that will add more excitement to your victory moments. It was last seen in the Item Shop on July 27, 2019 and has only appeared twice, so currently players cannot obtain it. Those who already own it can use it to flaunt as a rare item. While it won't help you guide through Fortnite ranks, it is a cool item to have in your possession.

2) Laugh it Up

The Laugh It Up emote is a very rare emote that was released in Chapter 1, Season 4. It makes your character laugh with a lame donkey-like sound, which is a fun way to mock your opponents. While some players love it for the humor, others find it annoying and toxic, but all these things have made it popular. It is one of the most-used emotes, with 146 million uses reported. It was last seen in the item shop on May 19, 2022.

1) Floss

The Floss is another rare emote in the game, which is inspired by the viral OG dance that was created by Russell Horning (Backpack Kid) during a performance with Katy Perry at SNL. This emote is a great way to celebrate your victories, along with taunting the opponents. The Floss emote was a part of the Season 2 Battle Pass and could be unlocked at Tier 49. Unfortunately, players cannot get this emote anymore, as it was exclusive to the Season 2 Battle Pass only. It now ranks among the rarest Fortnite emotes.