The Black Knight is one of the most coveted OG skins in Fortnite — the headline reward of the game's very first paid Battle Pass, in Chapter 1 Season 2 (early 2018). An account carrying it signals you've been playing since the beginning, and because Battle Pass skins never return, it's a permanent mark of OG status. Here's what the Black Knight is, why it drives account value, and how to value and safely buy a Black Knight account.
What is the Black Knight skin?
The Black Knight is a Legendary outfit from the Fort Knights set, unlocked at tier 70 of the Chapter 1 Season 2 Battle Pass — the first paid pass Fortnite ever sold, back in early 2018. It came alongside matching cosmetics from the same set (the Royale Knight and Blue Squire outfits and the Black Shield back bling) that together form the classic OG knight loadout. Because it was a Battle Pass reward, the only way to own it was to buy and grind that specific season's pass.
Why the Black Knight is so valuable
- It can never return. Fortnite has never re-released a Battle Pass skin. Unlike item-shop skins (which can rotate back, as Recon Expert did), the Black Knight is permanently locked to players who earned it in 2018.
- It's a Season 2 timestamp. Owning it proves an account is several years old and was active in the game's first full season — one of the strongest OG signals there is.
- It anchors a set. A full Fort Knights loadout (Black Knight + Black Shield + Royale Knight or Blue Squire) is instantly recognizable and rarely seen on newer accounts.
- It usually travels with other OG cosmetics. A Season 2 account often also carries early item-shop skins, an early creation date, and rare emotes — stacking value.
For the wider list of scarce cosmetics, see our guide to the rarest Fortnite skins.
What is a Black Knight account worth?
There's no single price — a Black Knight account's value depends on what else is on it. The skin sets a high floor as an OG signal, then these factors move the number up or down:
- Other OG skins — Renegade Raider, Aerial Assault Trooper, Skull/Ghoul Trooper, or promo skins stack value quickly.
- Account age & creation date — an early-2018 (or earlier) creation date reinforces the OG status.
- Total locker & rare emotes — OG emotes and a large overall cosmetic count add up.
- Account health — full email access, no bans, and a clean linking history are essential to value.
Rather than guess, run the account through our Fortnite account value calculator and read how much a Fortnite account is worth for the full factor breakdown.
How to buy a Black Knight account safely
OG accounts are exactly the kind of high-value target scammers go after, so process matters as much as price:
- Verify the skin and creation date with locker screenshots and the account's creation year before paying.
- Insist on full email access so you can secure the account under your own email immediately.
- Use a verified marketplace with buyer protection, never a direct DM deal — a Battle Pass account can't be re-bought if you lose it to a scam.
- Change the email and password and enable 2FA the moment you take ownership.
Our full walkthrough is in the OG Fortnite account guide and the cross-game how to buy a game account safely playbook.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black Knight skin rare?
Yes — it was the tier-70 reward of the Chapter 1 Season 2 Battle Pass (early 2018), and Battle Pass skins are never re-released. Only players who completed that pass own it.
Will the Black Knight ever come back?
No. Epic has never re-released a Battle Pass skin; Battle Pass rewards stay exclusive to the season they were earned in. That permanence is exactly why it holds value.
How much is a Black Knight account worth?
It varies with the rest of the account — other OG skins, creation date, total locker, and account health all matter. The Black Knight sets a strong OG floor; use our Fortnite calculator for a realistic range on a specific account.
Is it safe to buy a Black Knight account?
Yes, if you buy through a verified marketplace with buyer protection, confirm full email access, and secure the account immediately. Avoid direct deals — an OG Battle Pass account can't be replaced if a scam goes wrong.
Looking for an OG account? Browse verified Fortnite accounts, estimate any locker's value with our Fortnite calculator, and read the rarest Fortnite skins guide to know what else to look for.