How to get Thermal Detonator in LEGO Fortnite

LEGO Fortnite has become one of Fortnite's most successful game modes in a very short time. The Thermal Detonator in LEGO Fortnite arrived with the LEGO Star Wars collaboration last month on May 1, 2024. It is an interesting addition to the game enhancing the experience uniquely. Players need to unlock the recipe and collect various resources to make this device.

This article covers everything that you need to know about the Thermal Detonator, one of the most powerful weapons in LEGO Fortnite.

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What is a Thermal Detonator in Lego Fortnite

Thermal Detonator in LEGO Fortnite (Image via Epic Games)

The Thermal Detonator is a powerful explosive weapon that was introduced in LEGO Fortnite during the v29.40 content update. It is quite difficult to craft and causes 23 damage to the surroundings when detonated, making it the highest-damage explosive in LEGO Fortnite as of now. This weapon is great for destroying multiple enemies or structures together.

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How to make a Thermal Detonator in Lego Fortnite

1) Build a Rebel Workbench

Building a Rebel Workbench (Image via Epic Games)

The Thermal Detonator can not be crafted using the normal Workbench. You need to build a Rebel Workbench which can only be obtained after talking to Rebel Captain Bravara and finding the Rebel Village. You will need 5 Wood and 8 Plastoid to build it.

2) Crafting the Thermal Detonator

Crafting Thermal Detonator (Image via Epic Games)

After building the Rebel Workbench you have to select the "Thermal Detonator". You will require 1 Blast Core and 2 Durasteel to craft it. Once you have the required items. Click on "Craft" and wait for a few seconds.

Durasteel can be challenging to find. You can obtain Scrap Durasteel by eliminating Stormtroopers. Two Srap Durasteel can be converted into one Durasteel by using the Metal Smelter tool. Metal smelting is one of the most important jobs in LEGO Fortnite. The Blast Core on the other hand can easily be obtained by eliminating a Blaster monster in the desert biome.

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How to use Thermal Detonator in Lego Fortnite

There are two ways to use the Thermal Detonator. If you are looking for an immediate explosion, simply left-click in the desired direction and it will detonate upon impact. For more precision, you can hold the right mouse button, lock the aim, and then release it to throw. Ensure to maintain a safe distance when deploying it, as it has a large blast radius causing 23 damage.

The Thermal Detonator is widely regarded as one of the best weapons in the game for offering versatile and various creative uses. It is a great tool to eliminate Brutes, the largest monsters in the game, which can be found in any of the biomes in LEGO Fortnite.