Fortnite has added a lot of Sidekicks over the past few seasons, but Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3's Calm Capy stands out for one specific reason: it's the first rodent ever featured as a pet in the game. A capybara with maximum chill energy, Calm Capy doesn't do anything useful in combat, and that's exactly the point. Sometimes you just want a snuggly companion riding along while you drop into the island.
How much does Calm Capy cost in Fortnite?
Calm Capy costs 1,200 V-Bucks in the Fortnite Item Shop. There's no bundle attached to it, which means you can't pick it up at a discount the way some other Sidekicks are packaged. What you see is what you pay.
The Sidekick arrived with the Item Shop reset on August 15, 2026 at 8 PM ET and will leave on August 25, 2026 at 8 PM ET. That's a ten-day window, so there's no need to panic-buy, but don't forget about it either.
Fortnite Guide: How to Get Calm Capy Sidekick
How to get the Calm Capy Sidekick in Fortnite
The purchase process is straightforward. Here's exactly what to do:
- Open Fortnite and head to the Item Shop.
- Scroll to the "Signal Boost" section, which sits roughly midway through the shop.
- Select Calm Capy from that section.
- Click and hold the Purchase button until the confirmation circle completes.
- Fortnite will notify you that Calm Capy has been added to your locker.
- Open your locker and equip Calm Capy as your active Sidekick.
If your V-Bucks balance is short, you'll need to redeem a V-Bucks card or top up through the in-game store before completing the purchase.
Fortnite Guide: How to Get Calm Capy Sidekick
What bonus rewards does Calm Capy unlock?
Once you own Calm Capy, Sidekick Points let you unlock four additional cosmetics. Here's the full breakdown:
| Reward Name | Reward Type |
|---|---|
| Calm Capy | Style |
| Yuzu Snoozin' | Style |
| Heart-A-Ccino | Reaction |
| Capy Break | Emote |
The two extra Styles let you change Calm Capy's appearance, while Heart-A-Ccino adds a reaction and Capy Break gives you a dedicated emote. None of these are combat tools, but they're solid cosmetic value on top of the base purchase.
Is Calm Capy worth buying?
That depends entirely on what you want from a Sidekick. Calm Capy offers zero gameplay advantage, unlike Sprites that provide active combat utility. If you're looking for something that helps you win, this isn't it.
What it does offer is personality. The capybara is one of the most meme-friendly animals on the internet right now, and Fortnite leaning into that with a full Sidekick slot is a reasonable cosmetic bet. The four bonus rewards add some depth to the 1,200 V-Buck price tag.
One thing worth considering: Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 is approaching. If you're planning to spend V-Bucks on the next Battle Pass, it may be smarter to hold your balance. Calm Capy will likely return to the Item Shop in a future rotation, as most cosmetics do.
For players who collect every Sidekick as they drop, check out the full Fortnite guides collection to stay on top of every new cosmetic release. There are also free options worth knowing about, including ways to get the Panda Team Jr Sidekick without spending V-Bucks and how to claim the Kyo Sidekick for free if you already own the right back bling.
When does Calm Capy leave the Fortnite Item Shop?
Calm Capy exits the Item Shop on August 25, 2026 at 8 PM ET. After that point, it won't be available until Epic Games rotates it back in, which has no guaranteed timeline. If you want it during this visit, August 25 is your deadline.
If you're building out your Sidekick collection more broadly, there are several other options in the game right now. The Patrick Star Sidekick arrived recently as a paid option, and it's worth checking the current shop rotation to see what else is active alongside Calm Capy before spending your V-Bucks.
