Fishing in Windrose is a crucial mechanic that provides players with food that grants stat boosts. Whether you need food or aim to be a completionist, mastering fishing in the game is essential. To help you out, here's a complete guide on fishing in Windrose.
How to Craft the Simple Fishing Rod in Windrose
Before you can cast a line, you'll need to craft the Simple Fishing Rod. The recipe requires specific materials and a workstation upgrade. Here's what you need to do.
- Open your Building Menu, navigate to Crafting & Utilities, then look for Workbench. You need to build the Sawhorse upgrade to reach a Level 2 Workbench.
- Once the Sawhorse is complete, interact with the Workbench, and the crafting recipe for the fishing rod will pop up.
- Here are the materials needed for crafting the rod:
- 5x Hardwood
- 3x Rope
- 2x Foothills Iron Ingots
How to Catch Fish in Windrose
Catching fish with a fishing rod requires patience and a sharp eye for visual cues. Once you've mastered the rhythm of the water, you'll be pulling rare fish with ease. Here's what you need to do.
- Place the Simple Fishing Rod in a hotkey slot and draw it.
- Click to cast your line into any body of water. This works from the shore or even while you're on a moving boat.
- Watch the bobber carefully. Don’t click when it bobs slightly; wait for a large splash effect, then left-click immediately to reel in your catch.
All 10 Fish Species & Locations in Windrose
The seas of Windrose are home to a diverse range of fish that spread across different areas. As of writing, there are 10 species to catch, and if you want to get the exclusive reward, you'll need to collect them all. Here are all the fish species in Windrose that you can catch.
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Fish Name |
Rarity |
Habitat |
|---|---|---|
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Blue Tang |
Uncommon |
Shallows |
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Moon Angelfish |
Uncommon |
Shallows |
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Queen Angelfish |
Uncommon |
Shallows |
|
Pink Wrasse |
Uncommon |
Shallows |
|
Sapphire Wrasse |
Uncommon |
Shallows |
|
Reef Snapper |
Uncommon |
Shallows |
|
Emerald Bluefish |
Rare |
Deep Waters |
|
Red Snapper |
Rare |
Deep Waters |
|
Giant Mackerel |
Epic |
Deep Waters |
|
Large Barracuda |
Epic |
Deep Waters |
Cooking with Fish in Windrose
The fish you catch aren't just trophies; they're also a source of food, specifically Fish Fillets. They're used in high-end culinary recipes that grant stat boosts. Having these food items can be crucial, especially during raids and naval encounters.
Getting Fish Fillets is very straightforward. Every fish you catch can be processed into them. Just right-click the fish in your inventory to break it down. High-rarity fish will yield more fillets. Now that you know how to get Fish Fillets, here are all the food items that use them in their recipe.
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Food Item |
Rarity |
Effect |
Recipe |
|---|---|---|---|
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Seafood Skewer |
Uncommon |
+5 Strength |
|
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Chowder |
Rare |
+10 Agility |
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Fish and Tostones |
Rare |
+10 Vitality |
|
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Seafood Platter |
Epic |
+20 Vitality |
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How to Get the Fisherman's Ring in Windrose
For dedicated players, the ultimate goal when fishing is the prestigious Fisherman's Ring. It's a powerful accessory that boosts your fishing efficiency, making it crucial for any endgame build.
- Fisherman's Ring: Provides a 15% chance to catch an extra fish with every successful reel.
- How to Get: It is awarded automatically once you have caught all 10 unique fish species.
With the ring equipped, you can catch food more easily.
How to Upgrade to the Major Fisherman's Ring in Windrose
To maximize your efficiency, you can upgrade the Fisherman's Ring to the epic rarity, the Major Fisherman's Ring. This will double the chances of catching fish. Here's what you need to do to upgrade your ring in the game.
- You must first clear the Coastal Jungle threat by defeating Thomas Richards. This unlocks the ability to build the Jewelry Table, which requires:
- 10x Wood
- 5x Foothills Iron Ingot
- 3x Silver Ingots
- Access the Ascend tab at a Level 2 Jewelry Table to upgrade the Fisherman's Ring to its Epic rarity.
- Here are the materials you need for the upgrade:
- 10x Silver Ingot
- 10x Tumbaga Ingot
- 3x Sapphire
Once upgraded, the Major Fisherman's Ring grants a 30% chance to catch an extra fish, making it the most powerful tool for any player who wants easy access to a food source.
