Year of the Fire Horse in CS2: Complete Skin Set for the New Year
2026 is approaching, which in the Eastern calendar is marked by the sign of the Fire Horse – a symbol of incredible energy, swift movement, and strength. To tune into this wave, we suggest assembling not just random skins, but a cohesive thematic set where each item is either a direct reference to the 2026 symbol or an embodiment of its fiery palette – red, gold, and orange shades. From the first gloves in which you’ll feel the reins of time, to weapons seemingly charged by the element of fire itself. Let’s break down each masterpiece!
Driver Gloves | Crimson Weave
- Minimal wear – $1481.35
- Field-tested – $981.71
- Well-worn – $789.63
- Battle Scarred – $580.00
You need to greet the year of the horse with an appropriate accessory. And although these gloves are positioned as driving gloves, if you use your imagination, their design references equestrian equipment. Scarlet smooth leather and a noble checkered pattern of brown suede – quite a classic combination for this industry. They set the tone for the entire look: this isn’t just cosmetics, but a tool for confident control. By putting them on, you symbolically take the reins of the coming year and are ready to steer your 2026.
Flip Knife | Slaughter
- Factory new – $412.33
- Minimal wear – $378.99
- Field-tested – $341.00
The animation of this knife is one of the most refined and elegant in the game. Its swift movements in the air somewhat resemble the swish of a horse’s tail during a jump, and its main color – furiously red – becomes the key accent of the fire theme. Upon close examination of the blade, the knife reveals a complex texture: beneath a layer of semi-transparent pattern, like lacquered blood, hides an abstract design applied with aluminum and chrome paint. The contrast with the raw, natural handle only emphasizes the riot of color and form.
USP-S | The Traitor
- Factory new – $257.40
- Minimal wear – $108.96
- Field-tested – $53.93
- Well-worn – $50.09
- Battle Scarred – $45.67
This pistol can be considered the perfect relay baton between the departing and coming year. It masterfully combines the colors of the future symbol with the past: a wooden snake gracefully coiling around a tree trunk on the body. The entire design is a reference to the Tarot card “The Hanged Man,” which adds that very mysteriousness inherent to the spirit of the holiday. The bright red background, Roman numeral XII, and the suppressor with red-blue gradient and floral ornament create the impression not just of a weapon, but an artifact with history. A skin for those who appreciate depth and symbolism in every detail.
Glock-18 | Gold Toof
- Factory new – $250.03
- Minimal wear – $70.07
- Field-tested – $47.66
- Well-worn – $48.73
- Battle Scarred – $50.08
Sometimes the most unexpected associations work: the grin on the front side of this pistol’s body with a gold tooth in the middle can remind you of a horse’s mouth. But even without this analogy, its color scheme – saturated burgundy-purple with gold accents – fits perfectly into the festive and slightly rebellious aesthetic of the year. This is one of the most aggressive and daring skins in the game: the evil smirk contrasts with the handle, creating the image of a weapon that doesn’t just kill, but provokes. For a fairly affordable price, it delivers maximum charisma.
AWP | Mortis
- Factory new – $19.33
- Minimal wear – $8.32
- Field-tested – $5.18
- Well-worn – $5.89
- Battle Scarred – $5.20
The most direct, albeit somewhat dark symbol of the year in our selection – the image of a horse skeleton on the sniper rifle’s receiver. But in the context of the New Year, this should be interpreted not as a sign of death, but as a symbol of transformation and pure potential. The entire skin design is dedicated to the Tarot card “Death” and is executed in a dark palette of black, brown, and gold. The checkerboard pattern on the scope, the figure of death with a scythe on the stock, and gold stars create an atmosphere of gothic mystery. A rifle for a player who looks to the future without illusions and is ready to shape their own destiny.
MP9 | Starlight Protector
- Factory new – $150.28
- Minimal wear – $112.75
- Field-tested – $98.00
- Well-worn – $97.21
- Battle Scarred – $93.70
If the previous skin referenced a somewhat dark symbol of the New Year, this one brings a mythical, magical component to the set. The unicorn on the receiver is a wonderful alternative to an ordinary horse. The snow-white body of the submachine gun serves as the perfect clean background for the image of a magical creature whose mane shimmers with all the colors of the rainbow with a delicate pearlescent gleam. Gold stars and geometric inserts complete the fairy-tale image. Starlight Protector is a talisman reminding us that in the game, as in life, there’s always room for miracles and unconventional approaches capable of breaking through any wall.
AK-47 | Nouveau Rouge
- Factory new – $305.25
- Minimal wear – $106.04
- Field-tested – $37.56
- Well-worn – $21.30
- Battle Scarred – $20.29
After mysticism and symbols – classic festive aesthetics. This AK-47 is the embodiment of New Year’s chic. A rich palette of red, white, and gold, complemented by elegant vintage Art Nouveau-style patterns, transforms the weapon into a work of art. You get a persistent feeling that you’re holding not a rifle, but part of an expensive dining set for a ceremonial dinner. This is the choice for a connoisseur who prefers to dominate with unsurpassed taste and style.
AK-47 | The Empress
- Factory new – $458.93
- Minimal wear – $140.27
- Field-tested – $118.47
- Well-worn – $116.32
- Battle Scarred – $116.79
This skin combines everything: both the fiery color scheme (gold and red) and an image that echoes the symbol of the year – the Empress’s flowing hair resembles a lush horse’s mane. The design, based on a Tarot card, is shrouded in the spirit of mystery, power, and deep history, which is perfect for the moment of the yearly cycle’s change. The image of the fair-haired ruler in the radiance of rays contrasts with the noble red shades of the stock and handguard, while the scarlet magazine completes this majestic image. A weapon for those who feel not like a soldier, but like the main protagonist.
M4A1-S | Atomic Alloy
- Factory new – $342.70
- Minimal wear – $90.00
- Field-tested – $48.08
- Well-worn – $46.37
- Battle Scarred – $46.36
The final chord for this set is a skin that embodies the very essence of the “fiery” spirit. Atomic Alloy isn’t just painted orange – it looks as if its body is heated from within by plasma. Gradients from yellow to dark orange, a grid of glowing hexagons on the receiver, and pixel camouflage create the illusion of high-tech weaponry charged with incredible energy. With this skin, even in the darkest moments, you’ll be able to find a way out thanks to its energy, which will illuminate your path.
With such a meaningfully assembled inventory, meeting 2026 will become not just routine, but a complete immersion into the atmosphere of the coming era of the Fire Horse. May your game in the new year be swift, bright, and may victories far outnumber defeats!
Author: Alex
Alex is an author and esports observer with more than seven years of experience. He specializes in analyzing new releases in the world of computer games, gaming services, and in-game economies. Alex shares practical experience and an expert perspective on the development of gaming, helping readers understand complex mechanics and stay up to date with the latest news.
