LEGO Fortnite Expeditions has unexpectedly launched as the third official mode in the LEGO lineup, alongside LEGO Fortnite Odyssey and LEGO Fortnite Brick Life. This new mode offers a mission-driven, four-player cooperative PvE experience where participants can explore various environments, select their Hero Class, and combat formidable foes while fulfilling specific objectives.

As players engage in missions, they might find themselves lacking the gear needed to face the harder enemies. Many gamers wonder how to obtain more powerful weapons. In addition to looting chests and defeating adversaries for improved equipment, there is a particular quest that presents another avenue for upgrading gear. Here’s how to exchange Essence for items at a Vendor in LEGO Fortnite Expeditions.

How to Gather Essence in LEGO Fortnite Expeditions

Those transitioning from LEGO Fortnite Odyssey may be familiar with the role of Essence. In LEGO Fortnite Expeditions, Essence is a crucial resource that tends to drop from defeated opponents. The quantity of Essence acquired depends on the type of enemy defeated. For instance, standard enemies like Demon Guards yield smaller amounts, whereas tougher opponents like Titans and Spires produce considerably more.

To efficiently gather Essence, players should dive into any mission and start taking down enemies. This approach allows players to amass substantial amounts of Essence quickly. Players can carry a maximum of 10,000 Essence in their inventory, giving them plenty of capacity for farming. Upon accumulating 1,000 Essence for the first time, players will also complete the «Gather Essence» In-Spired quest, which rewards them with 30,000 XP.

How to Trade Essence for Items at a Vendor in LEGO Fortnite Expeditions

Once players have gathered a sufficient amount of Essence, they can return to the Supernova Academy after completing their mission. Within the eastern training area of the academy, near Killswitch, players will encounter two Weapon Vendors for trading their Essence. Despite both Vendors offering identical items, the tier of each item is randomized for every purchase.

This system allows players to effectively gear up with powerful items for their next adventure. Here’s a summary of the items available from the Vendors:

Additionally, by exchanging Essence for items at the Vendors ten times, players will complete the «Trade Essence for Items at a Vendor» Supernova Academy quest, rewarding them with another 30,000 XP upon fulfillment.