Fishing Skill Guide
Fishing skill affects fishing difficulty, catch quality, and Crab Pot efficiency.
How to Level Up
- Successful fishing: +1-5 Fishing XP
- Perfect catch: Extra XP bonus
- Use Crab Pots: +5 Fishing XP
Level Rewards
| Level | Reward |
|---|---|
| 1 | Unlocks Fiberglass Rod |
| 2 | Unlocks Bait recipe |
| 3 | Unlocks Crab Pot recipe |
| 4 | Unlocks Recycling Machine recipe |
| 5 | Profession choice |
| 6 | Unlocks Iridium Rod |
| 7 | Unlocks Cork Bobber recipe |
| 8 | Unlocks Treasure Hunter recipe |
| 9 | Unlocks Barbed Hook recipe |
| 10 | Profession choice |
Level 5 Profession Choice
Fisher - Fish value +25%
Trapper - Crab Pot crafting materials halved
Level 10 Profession Choice
Angler - Fish value +50% (requires Fisher)
Pirate - Chance to find treasure doubled (requires Fisher)
Mariner - Crab Pots no longer catch trash (requires Trapper)
Luremaster - Crab Pots no longer need Bait (requires Trapper)
Recommended Angler for fishing-focused players, +50% fish value is very powerful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which is better, Fisher or Trapper? A: Fisher for fishing-focused players, Trapper for Crab Pot-focused players. Q: Which is better, Angler or Pirate? A: Angler is more practical for stable income.