Fortnite’s newest Bikini Bottom cosmetic, the Helm Guitar pickaxe, is available for free during a limited Twitch‑Drops event that coincides with the return of the SpongeBob collaboration.
What the Helm Guitar Pickaxe Offers
This back bling serves as a pickaxe, a club in the Festival mode, and a song‑player for Battle Royale. Its design echoes a vintage guitar, blending the SpongeBob aesthetic with a functional weapon.
How to Claim It for Free via Twitch Drops
- Link your Twitch to your Epic Games account (or re‑link if it’s already connected).
- Navigate to the Fortnite category on Twitch and locate a stream tagged “Drops Enabled.”
- Watch an hour of the selected stream. After the hour, open the Twitch Drops & Rewards panel.
- Click “Claim.” The Helm Guitar pickaxe will sync to your Fortnite cosmetic collection within 24 hours.
Active Drop Window
The drop runs from 9:00 AM EDT on July 23, 2026, until 11:59 PM EDT on July 26, 2026. Players must finish the stream and claim before the deadline or lose the reward.
Why It Won’t Appear in the Item Shop
Epic generally reserves Twitch‑Drops items from the shop. Consequently, the Helm Guitar pickaxe will only be obtainable through the Twitch stream method rather than purchase.
What Happens After Claim
Once claimed, the item materializes in your Fortnite inventory within 24 hours. No further processing is required, and the pickaxe is ready for use immediately afterward.
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