When it comes to collabs, Fortnite has never been shy about shaking hands with the biggest names in pop culture—and Star Wars has practically set up a permanent embassy on the Island. From lightsabers swinging in the item shop to iconic characters dropping out of the Battle Bus, the galaxy far, far away feels less like a guest and more like a roommate at this point. Yet even with Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, and the Child (a.k.a. Grogu) already hanging around, the rumor mill just won't quit. A fresh leak has surfaced, and it looks like two beloved—but previously overlooked—characters might finally get their time in the spotlight.

Let's rewind a bit to set the scene. Over the years, Epic Games has built an impressive roster of Star Wars skins. Back in 2022, the original trilogy's golden trio—Han Solo, Princess Leia, and Luke Skywalker—made their debut, sending long-time fans into a frenzy. The dark side was already representing, with Kylo Ren having landed in 2019, but 2022 brought the heavy hitters: Darth Vader stomped onto the Island, and 2023 gave us the double-bladed menace himself, Darth Maul. More recently, in May 2024, a wave of new cosmetics dropped, including a mud-splattered Dagobah Luke, the ever-huggable Chewbacca, smooth-talking Lando Calrissian, and an AWR Trooper. Then, August of the same year threw IG-11 and Moff Gideon into the mix. It’s been a nonstop parade of plastic helmets and hooded robes.

And yet—you know how fans are. We always want more.

Now, thanks to the ever-vigilant eyes of leaker iFireMonkey, concept art has been uncovered for a skin that’s been whispered about in datamining circles for a while: the Imperial TIE Fighter Pilot. Those ominous black helmets and chest-mounted life support units are practically begging to hit the Fortnite lobby. The kicker? The files found were specifically for a LEGO Fortnite variant, but here’s the good part—Epic pretty much always releases a standard-mode version alongside the brick-built one. So, unless the studio decides to break tradition (which, let’s be real, would cause an uproar of epic proportions), players can expect to glide, emote, and crank 90s as one of the Empire’s finest pilots in the near future.

But wait, there’s more. Another leak, courtesy of X user Xgamer3607, suggests that the Rebel version of Leia Organa—the one that was originally designed but never made it into the game—might finally see the light of day. You heard that right: a scrapped concept, now potentially revived. The same source claims both the TIE pilot and Rebel Leia outfits are “most likely” to surface around the time Chewbacca’s skin makes its triumphant return to the item shop. For anyone who missed the walking carpet the first time around, that’s double the reason to keep an eye on the store.

Now, let’s pump the hyperdrive for a second. No specific release date has been pinned down. Leaks are, by their very nature, slippery things—future plans can shift faster than a speeder bike through Endor’s forest. The information could be from an early build, and Epic might decide to tweak, delay, or even shelve the cosmetics entirely. Remember the infamous Boba Fett concept art that surfaced back in September 2024? That one had players buzzing for months before the bounty hunter finally dropped (and looked fantastic, if we may say so). So while the hype is undeniable, a healthy pinch of salt is always recommended.

What makes these potential additions so exciting isn’t just the nostalgia—it’s the gaps they fill. A TIE pilot skin would let players roleplay as the elite (if somewhat unlucky) starfighter corps, perfect for duos with a Vader or squad play with Imperial Stormtroopers. Meanwhile, Rebel Leia embodies that scrappy, “let’s steal some plans and hope for the best” energy that the original trilogy thrives on. And honestly? After years of seeing Jedi, Sith, and bounty hunters dominate the shop, a grunt pilot and a diplomatic rebel feel refreshingly grounded.

With Star Wars Day (May the 4th) always being a prime opportunity for fresh drops, 2026 could easily see this duo sliding into the store alongside a special event or a returning lightsaber weapon. Fortnite’s track record of celebrating Star Wars has been remarkably consistent, so a springtime reveal wouldn’t surprise anyone. Until then, players can distract themselves with other Marvel-lous offerings—new Doctor Doom, Iron Man, and Ghost Rider outfits are available right now, serving plenty of blockbuster energy.

In the end, whether you’re a veteran collector or a newcomer wondering which astromech droid deserves a wrap, one thing’s certain: Fortnite’s galaxy keeps expanding. And if the stars align as the leaks suggest, we’ll soon be hearing the hum of TIE engines and the rustle of a certain princess’s iconic white buns in the pre-game lobby. Just don’t forget to thank your neighborhood dataminer when they drop onto the Island—they’re doing the Force’s work.