Fishing

Overview
Grab an ale, a stump, and a sweet spot next to a watering hole. Check your progress as you would your chess ranking. But make sure you remember your bait! Introduced in the Discoveries event.



Guide to Fishing

 * 1) Obtain a Wood Heart or Golem Jo.
 * 2) Head to one of the Tackle Masters (see list below) and hand him either of the two items to receive a Fishing Pole.
 * 3) Hand him a Trade Note (10,000) to obtain the right to fish for 20 hours.
 * 4) Equip the Fishing Pole and target a Fishing Hole (using the "R" key works fine).
 * 5) Once you have caught fishes, you can hand them back to the fishing hole to increase your fishing skill. You can view your current skill on the Character Information panel (yellow backpack icon on the interface).
 * 6) Skill points awarded vary by fish type (see below). As your fishing skill increases, you will be able to catch larger fish.
 * 7) After a catching a certain amount of one fish type (see below), hand one of that type to the Tackle Master to receive a title token.
 * 8) * Important: Once you have caught 400 Minnows, talk to the Tackle Master immediately to receive your title! If you catch 600 Minnows before talking to the NPC to receive your Pond Scum title, you will *ONLY* receive the Skipper title, and will not be able to receive the Pond Scum title!
 * 9) You can also fish other items out of the fishing holes including rusted weapons, jewelry and rare finds such as housing items.
 * 10) Fishes can be given to the Tackle Master for expired potions and sometimes pyreals. The bigger the fish you hand in the better the reward will be.

Raising your Skill
Handing the fish you've caught back to the hole will often give you points in your fishing skill, depending on the message you receive upon doing so:
 * 1) If the message comes that the fish is stunned, you get no points:
 * 2) * It seems a bit stunned, but after a few seconds it swims away.
 * 3) If the message comes that the fish swims away strongly, you get 1 point:
 * 4) * The fish splashes happily into the water. It seems shaken, but swims away strongly.
 * 5) If the message comes that the fish splashes happily (without the swimming), you get 2 points:
 * 6) * The fish splashes happily into the water.
 * 7) * The fish splashes happily into the water. It seems fine and swims away quickly.

* The normal, uncoloured Fish as used in cooking does not gain you any points.

Fishing Sites
* No Tackle Master at the Mosswart Fishing Village. You need to pay somewhere else first.

Tackle Master
Tackle Master tells you, "You need three things to be a good fisherman." Tackle Master tells you, "First, you need a fishing pole. I can make one for you, but I'll need a Golem Jo or a Wood Golem Heart to assemble it. I remember my first fishing pole, it was just a stick with some string. I couldn't catch a cold with that thing." Tackle Master tells you, "Second, you need a fishing license. I sell licenses for a C note, allowing you to fish for a whole day." Tackle Master tells you, "And last, you need patience. Just enjoy the peace that fishing brings and talk to your fellow fisherman, but don't believe all their fish stories, heh." Tackle Master tells you, "Here take this fishing guide. It has everything you need to know." Tackle Master gives you Fishing Made Easy.

Tackle Master tells you, "I license fisherman for a C note. That covers you for an entire day." Tackle Master tells you, "If you still need help getting ready to fish I sell a good beginner's fishing guide for only a few coins. Just hand me whatever you can and I'll give you a guide." You give Tackle Master Wood Heart. Tackle Master tells you, "Your giving your heart to me? Bwahaha, just joking, this should make a nice pole. I'll just carve it and assemble your fishing pole. Wait here a moment." Tackle Master gives you Fishing Pole. Tackle Master tells you, "There you go. The string part with the hook goes into the water and you hold onto the stick part. I can't tell you how many beginner fisherman just toss the whole thing into the water. Of course they always claim they lost it to some huge whale or something."

Handing in Items
You give Tackle Master Fishing Made Easy. Tackle Master tells you, "Oh, I guess you don't need this. If you already have your fishing pole, just give me a C note and I'll license you to go fishing for the day. The license covers all fishing holes run by the Department of Fish and Games."

You give Tackle Master Trade Note (10,000). Tackle Master tells you, "So you want to go fishing, eh? Ok then, lets see here..." Tackle Master tells you, "You know, I used to fish back in Ispar. One time I had this giant fish on the line and it was a real fighter. Had to lash... oh, right, sorry, you're all set. Remember the license is only good for a day, so catch a big one before then!" Tackle Master tells you, "Oh, I also supply the local grocers with fresh fish, so I'll buy your catch from you if you like. I pay a lot more than most grocers will, because I know the fish are fresh. Good luck and remember to throw the small ones back."

You give Tackle Master Trade Note (10,000). Tackle Master tells you, "Welcome back! You'll be wanting a license..." Tackle Master tells you, "Hmmm, money... put you down on the list... Ok, you're licensed for the day." Tackle Master tells you, "Don't forget that I'll buy your catch if you're willing to sell. Good luck and remember to throw the small ones back." Tackle Master tells you, "I see you're already licensed to fish. Make sure you have your rod ready and don't crowd the other fisherman. If you still need to get a fishing pole, I'll give you the instructions for a few pyreal."

You give Tackle Master Pink Minnow. Tackle Master gives you Expired Health Draught. You notice what looks like a date scratched out on the side of the bottle. Tackle Master tells you, "I get these potions wholesale from the healers!" Tackle Master tells you, "You know, I just have to release these little ones. Why do you bother to keep catching these anyway? Have you heard of a thing called catch and release?"

You give Tackle Master Yellow Minnow. Tackle Master gives you 10 Pyreals. Tackle Master tells you, "You know, I just have to release these little ones. Why do you bother to keep catching these anyway? Have you heard of a thing called catch and release?"

You give Tackle Master Orange Molly. Tackle Master gives you Expired Health Potion. Tackle Master tells you, "Just hold your nose when you drink that." Tackle Master tells you, "Thank you, come again."

You give Tackle Master Large Brown Fish. Tackle Master gives you Expired Health Tincture. Tackle Master tells you, "What? No, that potion is still good! They get better with age, like wine." Tackle Master tells you, "Thank you, come again."

Fishing Messages
You pull a trinket from the water.

You fail to catch anything. You think: Two fish

You fail to catch anything. You wonder: Can fish cast magic? Maybe something like Fishing Ineptitude Other or Turn Hook VI.

You fail to catch anything. You muse: I fish therefore I am.

You fail to catch anything. You sing: Fish heads, fish heads...

You fail to catch anything. You think: Fish may be the only animal on Dereth that haven't tried to kill me yet.

You fail to catch anything. You worry: Did I leave the fireplace lit at home?

You catch... ABSOLUTELY NOTHING!

You fail to catch anything. I wonder if Queen Elysa fishes?

You fail to catch anything. You muse: Maybe I'm left handed...

You fail to catch anything, but you think you see some movement in another spot.

You fail to catch anything. You sing: Fishin' ain't easy.

You fail to catch anything. You think: Sure could use a cold one.

You fail to catch anything. You wonder: What would a virindi altered fish taste like?

You fail to catch anything. You wonder: Do fish lifestone?

You fail to catch anything. You wonder: Why do Town Criers work at night? They must have shifts or something.

You fail to catch anything. A fish swims by ignoring your line. You could swear it's almost mocking you.

You fail to catch anything. You wonder: How did he make those boots anyway?

You fail to catch anything. Maybe you need to switch what type of bait you're using.

You fail to catch anything. You think: I'm having fish for dinner tonight!

You fail to catch anything. You sing: ... I move to where I'd hoped they'd be.

You fail to catch anything, but this is so peaceful.

You fail to catch anything. You sing: I once saw a fish that was big as a barn. It took my line'n hook and it ripped off my arm! I swam for dry land as the fish came around and I'm lucky to be here cause I shoulda drowned. Ooooh!!! a whale of a fish makes a hell of a yarn, but an actual whale... can rip off your arm! So don't be lookin' for big fish unless you are strong and can reel in a whale like the one in my song!

You fail to catch anything. You muse: We can fish and hunt chickens now. I wonder if we'll ever get to hunt pigs?

You caught something! Arghh! The line broke!

You fail to catch anything. You think: One fish

You fail to catch anything. There's nothing like the fresh air and fishing though.

You hooked something! Unfortunately it appears to be your ear. Ewwww, that's gonna hurt.

You fail to catch anything. Where the heck are all the fish?!

You fail to catch anything. You muse: F is for your fins, I wish I had some too. I is for I'd like to catch a large fish that is blue. S is the standing in the water all time. And H is for the Hagrajag I just made up to fit this rhyme.

You fail to catch anything. You muse: Les poissons, les poissons...

You fail to catch anything. Nope, not a thing.

You hooked something! Unfortunately it appears to be a fellow fisherman. Hehe, better run.

You fail to catch anything. You think: Just have to catch one more blue one and then I can decorate my house with fish.

You fail to catch anything and spill your beer in the process.

You fail to catch anything. You sing: Fishie, Fishie, Fishie Fish, swimming in the fishie sea.

You thought you felt a nibble... the bait's gone.

You fail to catch anything, but your line gets caught in some water weeds.

You fail to catch anything. You wonder: Why can't I just zap all the fish with Alset's Coil?

You fail to catch anything. You sing: Come on and bite on the line fish. Come on and get on my hook fish fish.

You fail to catch anything. You muse: I catch a fish. I cook a fish. I eat a fish. I like it.

You fail to catch anything. You muse: Wish I could cast Fish Seeker VI on this thing.

You fail to catch anything. You worry: What if we over-fish and wind up without any fish?

You fail to catch anything. A fish swims by your leg giving you the fishy wishies.

You fail to catch anything. Yarrrr, this be the life.

You fail to catch anything. You sing: If I had a fish, I'd cook it up for dinner, I'd cook it up for lunch in a sizzlin' frying pan.

You fail to catch anything. You muse: Fish, fish, fish, all I want is fish.

You fail to catch anything. You wonder: What would Bael'Zharon do?

You fail to catch anything. You think: Red fish

You fail to catch anything. You think: Blue fish

Receiving Title Rewards
You give Tackle Master Pink Minnow. Tackle Master gives you 50 Pyreals. Tackle Master tells you, "You caught 400 Minnows? That's not very impressive, but I suppose I should give you something. Here take this and try catching some bigger fish. I'll just release the little ones." Tackle Master gives you Minnow Title Token. You give Tackle Master Minnow Title Token. Tackle Master tells you, "Don't know why you want other people knowin' your the master of catchin' small fish, but it's up to you." You give Tackle Master Orange Minnow. Tackle Master gives you 50 Pyreals. Tackle Master gives you Minnow Title Token Tackle Master tells you, "Hey, you caught 600 Minnows?!!! You just can't catch enough of these little fishies can you? Ok Skipper, I guess you deserve a prize." You give Tackle Master Minnow Title Token. The Tackle Master salutes [Player Name]. Tackle Master says, "Great job Skipper!!!" You give Tackle Master Pink Guppy. Tackle Master gives you 50 Pyreals. Tackle Master tells you, "You caught 100 Guppies? Not bad, I bet you have quite a collection... unless you eat them. Yuck, guppy breath!" Tackle Master gives you Guppy Title Token. You give Tackle Master Guppy Title Token. Tackle Master tells you, "You really do have a knack for catchin those little guys." You give Tackle Master Red Molly. Tackle Master gives you 150 Pyreals. Tackle Master tells you, "You caught 100 Mollies? Good job! I like them so much that I made a pond for mine at home. Maybe I'll show you how to make one someday." Tackle Master gives you Molly Title Token. You give Tackle Master Molly Title Token. Tackle Master tells you, "Arrrr, your gettin' ta be a mighty fine fisherman." You give Tackle Master Brown Fish. Tackle Master gives you 200 Pyreals. Tackle Master tells you, "I see you've learned a thing or two about fishing. Your [sic] becoming quite good at this. Not every fisherman catches 100 fish. It takes determination and skill it does. Here, have your reward." Tackle Master gives you Fish Title Token. You give Tackle Master Fish Title Token. Tackle Master tells you, "Congratulations, you now know which end of the fishin' pole to hold." Tackle Master tells you, "Some day, I may even tell you how I lost my hand here... What's that... well, no, I didn't actually lose my hand, but it was a close one. Just don't trust that you'll always pull a harmless fish out of the water. Yarrr!" You give Tackle Master Large White Fish. Tackle Master gives you 500 Pyreals. Tackle Master tells you, "My oh my! I'm truly impressed. You caught yourself 300 Large Fish. You're really becoming a pro at this. Here's your reward my friend." Tackle Master gives you Large Fish Title Token. Tackle Master tells you, "Hey, would you mind showing me your technique someday?" You give Tackle Master Large Fish Title Token. The Tackle Master bows to [Player Name]. Tackle Master says, Listen up all you bottom feeders! [Player Name] has earned the title Pro Fisherman! You could learn a thing or two from them, yes sir.

Reaching Maximum Skill
You have become as skilled as you can at this fishing hole.