How to get flexwood in LEGO Fortnite

Flexwood is a near-critical resource found in Dry Valley. Here's all you need to know about this resource that comes from cacti!
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Last UpdatedSeptember 10, 2025 at 07:57PM
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There are plenty of important resources in LEGO Fortnite and flexwood is definitely one of them. It's found in Dry Valley, where players craft powerful tools and upgrades. To get Flexwood, you need to know where to find the special cacti that produce this rare, blue-tinted wood. We are here to explain every step in detail so that you can easily apply them in the game. If you want to learn more about what flexwood is, how to get it, where to find it and how to break it, here is everything you need to know about!

What is flexwood?

Flexwood is some kind of wood in LEGO Fortnite. It looks different from regular wood because it has a blue tint. Players need flexwood to make many advanced items in the game. It's a valuable resource that helps players build better gear and defenses.

How to get flexwood LEGO Fortnite

To get flexwood, players must go to the Dry Valley, also known as the desert biome. This area is hot and full of cacti that drop flexwood when chopped down. The cacti are easy to spot thanks to their bright green color and unique shape.

However, chopping down these cacti isn't easy. Players usually need a tool called a Rare Forest Axe. You can make this axe at an upgraded Crafting Bench using materials like Cut Amber and Knotroot Rods. If you don't have this axe, you can try using explosives or get help from the game's environment, like rolling boulders into cacti, to break them and collect flexwood.

You need to use a Rare Forest Axe to get flexwood in LEGO Fortnite (Image Credit: Perfect Score/YouTube)
You need to use a Rare Forest Axe to get flexwood in LEGO Fortnite (Image Credit: Perfect Score/YouTube)

Where to find flexwood in LEGO Fortnite?

The only place to find flexwood is in the Dry Valley biome. When you enter this hot, dry area, you'll see lots of cacti. These cacti are the main source of flexwood. Before you go, make sure to prepare for the heat. Wear items like the Cool-Headed Charm or drink Snowberry Shakes to protect yourself from the heat.

It's also wise to think about the best time to visit the Dry Valley. The area can be dangerous at night because of strong enemies. So, plan your trip during the day if possible.

How to break flexwood in LEGO Fortnite

To get flexwood, you first need to find the cacti in the Dry Valley. You often need the Rare Forest Axe to break these cacti and collect flexwood.

How to make Rare Forest Axe in LEGO Fotnite

Upgrade Your Crafting Bench 

Before making a Rare Forest Axe, you need to upgrade your Crafting Bench to level 3. You need these materials:

  1. 12 Knotroot Rods
  2. 15 Marble Slabs
  3. 6 Sand Claws
  4. 3 Sand Shells

Collect Materials for the Axe

After upgrading your bench, get these items to make the Rare Forest Axe:

  1. 5 Cut Amber
  2. 3 Knotroot Rods

Getting Cut Amber

To find Cut Amber, use a Gem Cutter Workbench. You need:

  1. 4 Marble Slabs
  2. 5 Rough Amber
  3. 5 Sand Claws
  4. 3 Sand Shells

Make the Axe

With all your materials, go to your upgraded Crafting Bench and craft the Rare Forest Axe. This tool lets you harvest flexwood from cacti effectively.

If you don’t have the Rare Forest Axe, you can use boulders as an alternative. Roll a large boulder into a cactus to break it and release flexwood. This is a good option if you are still working on getting the materials to upgrade your bench and make the axe.

Now you know how to find and gather Flexwood in LEGO Fortnite. Each visit to Dry Valley is an opportunity to get better at gathering this resource. Stay prepared and keep looking for the distinctive blue-tinted wood. Check out these Fortnite and LEGO Fortnite guides to improve yourself in the game:

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FAQs

How to get flexwood without a rare axe?

Flexwood usually comes from cacti in desert areas, and the easiest way is with a Rare Forest Axe. However, you can still get flexwood without it. One method is to use environmental explosions, like boom barrels or destructible objects near cacti. When these explode, they can drop flexwood. Another method is to destroy large cacti with basic tools or objects that can break them. You may need to hit them multiple times, but eventually they will drop flexwood. This is helpful if you haven’t crafted or found a Rare Forest Axe yet.

How to collect wood in LEGO Fortnite?

Wood is one of the most common materials in the game and is needed for crafting and building. To collect wood, use a Common Forest Axe to chop down trees in grassland areas. Each tree gives multiple pieces of wood. As you upgrade your axe, you can collect wood faster and get access to special types, like flexwood from desert cacti. You can also get wood from broken objects or structures in the world.

How to start farming in LEGO Fortnite?

Farming lets you grow your own food and resources. First, craft a Hoe at your crafting bench. Find a flat area near your base to prepare your farm. Use the hoe to till the soil, making it ready for planting. Next, plant seeds you find or buy from NPCs. Crops will grow over time. Once they are fully grown, use a Scythe or another harvesting tool to collect them. You can then use crops for food or crafting. Start small, focus on easy-to-grow crops, and expand your farm as you get more seeds and tools. Farming provides a steady food supply and helps with long-term survival.

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