Epic Games is being surprisingly generous at the start of Chapter 7. Instead of just the usual Ranked rewards like back blings and sprays, they’re giving away an entire cosmetic set for free—and it looks pretty solid.
The Felinos skin and its matching cosmetics are available exclusively through Ranked mode challenges, which means you’ll need to test your skills in competitive matches to unlock them. But here’s the good part: you have six months to complete these quests, and the requirements are honestly pretty reasonable.
Let me break down exactly what you need to do, how long it’ll take, and some tips to make the grind smoother.
What Is the Felinos Cosmetic Set?
The Felinos set includes three items, all unlocked progressively as you complete Ranked quests:
- Felinos’ Fury Wrap – Earned after completing 1 Felinos Ranked Quest
- Felinos’ Claw Pickaxe – Earned after completing 2 Felinos Ranked Quests
- Felinos Skin – Earned after completing all 3 Felinos Ranked Quests
These are Bonus Goal rewards, meaning they’re separate from the standard Ranked quest line. You’ll still get your usual seasonal Ranked cosmetics (back bling, car wraps, sprays, emoticons), but the Felinos set is the real prize this time around.
The best part? All three items are completely free—no Battle Pass required, no V-Bucks needed. Just put in the time and effort in Ranked mode.
When Can You Start Earning the Felinos Skin?
Here’s the catch: Ranked modes aren’t available yet. Both Ranked Battle Royale and Ranked Reload are currently disabled in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1, but they’re returning on December 4, 2024.
That’s the same date the Battle Bus comes back, along with standard Reload and Blitz Royale modes. December 4 is shaping up to be a significant content drop for Chapter 7.
Once Ranked modes go live, you can immediately start working toward the Felinos cosmetics.
How to Complete All Felinos Ranked Quests
There are three specific quests you need to complete to unlock the entire Felinos set. Each quest unlocks one item, and they get progressively more challenging:
Quest 1: Eliminate Players in Ranked Reload (150)
Reward: Felinos’ Fury Wrap
This is the grind quest. You need 150 total eliminations in Ranked Reload mode. That sounds like a lot, but remember—you have six months to complete it.
Tips for this quest:
- Play aggressively in Ranked Reload since matches are shorter and respawns happen quickly
- Focus on team fights where you can secure multiple eliminations per round
- Don’t worry about your rank too much early on—prioritize getting eliminations over playing conservatively
- Reload matches are faster-paced than Battle Royale, making this the quickest quest to chip away at over time
If you average 5-7 eliminations per Reload match, you’re looking at roughly 20-30 matches to complete this quest. Spread that out over six months? Totally manageable.
Quest 2: Place Top 10 in Ranked Battle Royale (25)
Reward: Felinos’ Claw Pickaxe
You need 25 Top 10 finishes in Ranked Battle Royale. This one’s more about consistency and survival than raw mechanical skill.
Tips for this quest:
- Play smart, not aggressive in the early game—your goal is placement, not kills
- Land away from hot drops to avoid early eliminations that won’t count toward this quest
- Rotate early to safe zones instead of waiting until the storm forces you to move
- Utilize Wingsuits and mobility items for safer rotations
- If you’re playing Squads or Duos, coordinate with your team to maximize survival
Top 10 finishes are easier to get consistently than wins, so even if you’re not a high-ranked player, you should be able to knock this out with steady play. At one Top 10 per day, that’s less than a month of casual grinding.
Quest 3: Eliminate 3 Players and Place Top 10 in a Single Match (10)
Reward: Felinos Skin
This is the trickiest quest because it requires you to do both in the same match—and you need to pull it off 10 times total. You can complete this in either Ranked Battle Royale or Ranked Reload.
Tips for this quest:
- Ranked Reload is probably easier for this since matches are shorter and getting 3+ eliminations is more common
- Play the mid-game aggressively in Battle Royale, then shift to survival mode once you hit 3 eliminations
- Use boss transformations if you defeat a boss early—the extra health, shield, and henchmen make it much easier to survive
- Communicate with your team if you’re in Squads/Duos—they can help you secure kills while keeping you alive
- Don’t get greedy after hitting 3 eliminations—play for placement at that point
This quest rewards balanced play. You can’t just hide for placement, but you also can’t W-key every fight and risk an early elimination.
How Long Will It Take to Unlock Everything?
Let’s be realistic about the time investment:
- Quest 1 (150 Reload eliminations): 20-30 Reload matches if you average 5-7 kills per match
- Quest 2 (25 Top 10 finishes): 30-40 Battle Royale matches with a decent placement rate
- Quest 3 (10 matches with 3+ kills and Top 10): 15-25 matches depending on your skill and mode choice
If you play a few Ranked matches per day, you’re looking at 3-4 weeks of casual grinding to unlock everything. If you play more intensely, you could knock this out in under two weeks.
The key is that you have until June 4, 2026 to complete these quests—that’s a full six months. There’s no rush.
What Happens If You Don’t Complete the Quests in Time?
If you don’t unlock the Felinos cosmetics before the June 4, 2026 deadline, they won’t be gone forever. According to Epic Games, these items will eventually return to the Item Shop where you can purchase them with V-Bucks.
However, we don’t know:
- When they’ll appear in the shop
- How much they’ll cost (likely 1,500+ V-Bucks for the full set)
So if you want to save your V-Bucks and get these cosmetics for free, it’s definitely worth completing the quests during the six-month window.
Is the Felinos Skin Worth the Grind?
That depends on how much you value exclusive cosmetics and whether you enjoy Ranked mode. Here’s my take:
Pros:
- Completely free—no Battle Pass or V-Bucks required
- Exclusive to Ranked players (shows you put in effort)
- Six-month timeline makes it stress-free
- Quest requirements are achievable even for average players
- You’re improving your competitive skills while grinding
Cons:
- Requires playing Ranked, which can be more stressful than casual modes
- Some quests (especially Quest 3) require consistent performance
- If you hate Ranked mode, this grind might not be enjoyable
Personally, I think it’s worth it. Free cosmetics are always nice, and the Felinos set looks solid enough that people will definitely be rocking it once it’s available. Plus, playing Ranked actually makes you a better player—you’ll notice the difference when you return to casual modes.
Other Ranked Rewards You’ll Earn Along the Way
Don’t forget that while you’re grinding for the Felinos set, you’ll also be completing the standard Ranked quests that award:
- Seasonal back bling
- Car cosmetics (wraps and decals)
- Sprays and emoticons
- XP toward your Battle Pass
So even if you don’t care about the Felinos skin specifically, there’s still plenty of reason to play Ranked mode in Chapter 7.
Pro Tips for Ranked Success
Since you’ll be spending time in Ranked anyway, here are some general tips to help you climb the ranks while completing your quests:
Master the New Weapons
Chapter 7 introduced a completely new loot pool, so spend time learning the new weapons:
- Iron Pump Shotgun for high-damage shots
- Deadeye AR for mid-range accuracy with its built-in scope
- Arc-Lightning Gun for shredding structures and chaining damage
Learn Boss Locations
Defeating bosses and grabbing their Mythic weapons gives you a massive advantage in Ranked. Know where Hush, Beach Brutus, and Human Bill spawn, and prioritize grabbing their loot early if you can.
Use Mobility Items
Wingsuits are essential for rotations in Ranked. Always carry one if you find it, especially in higher-ranked lobbies where zone positioning matters.
Play With a Consistent Squad
If you’re grinding Ranked with friends, communication and teamwork will make everything easier—especially Quest 3 where you need both kills and placement.
Final Thoughts
The Felinos skin is one of the better free rewards Fortnite has offered in a while. Epic Games clearly wants to incentivize players to try Ranked mode, and giving away an entire cosmetic set is a smart way to do it.
With a six-month completion window and relatively achievable quest requirements, there’s really no reason not to work toward this if you play Fortnite regularly. Even if you only play a few Ranked matches per week, you’ll unlock everything well before the June 2026 deadline.
Mark December 4 on your calendar—that’s when Ranked modes return and you can start grinding. And if you’re also working on your Victory Umbrella, you’ll be knocking out multiple goals at once.
Are you planning to grind for the Felinos skin, or are you skipping Ranked this season? Let us know in the comments!
