Crimson Desert: How to Fish (Beginner's Guide)
How to fish in Crimson Desert — where to buy a rod, how to cast and tire out fish without snapping your line, and the bare-hands shortcut.
Quick Answer
Buy a fishing rod (15 copper) from the Provisioner in Hernand, across from the Smithy, and equip it from your equipment wheel next to your bow. Cast near the riverbank (faster reels), wait for the bobber to dip, and hook immediately. Don't reel while the fish splashes/bubbles — move the rod opposite its movement to tire it, then reel only when the water goes calm. Or skip the rod entirely and catch fish with your bare hands by jumping in the water.
Fishing in Crimson Desert is a useful resource and quest activity, but the reel mechanic snaps your line if you rush it. Here’s where to get a rod and how to land fish cleanly (plus a no-rod shortcut).
Short Answer
Buy a fishing rod (15 copper) from the Provisioner in Hernand, across from the Smithy, and equip it from your equipment wheel (next to your bow). Cast near the riverbank (faster reels), wait for the bobber to dip, and hook immediately. Don’t reel while the fish splashes or bubbles appear — move the rod opposite its movement to tire it, then reel only when the water goes calm. Or skip the rod entirely and catch fish with your bare hands by jumping in the water.
Key Takeaways
- Buy a rod from the Provisioner in Hernand (across from the Smithy) for 15 copper.
- Equip it from the equipment wheel, next to your bow.
- Cast near the bank so reels are short.
- Tire the fish (rod opposite its movement) — reel only when calm, or the line snaps.
- No patience? Jump in and catch fish by hand.
How Do You Fish in Crimson Desert?
- Get and equip a rod. Buy one from the Provisioner in Hernand (across from the Smithy, 15 copper) and select it from your equipment wheel.
- Cast near the bank. Hold the aim button and cast the bobber as close to the riverbank as possible for faster reels.
FAQ
Where do you buy a fishing rod in Crimson Desert?
From the Provisioner in Hernand, directly across from the Smithy, for 15 copper.
Why does my fishing line keep snapping?
You’re reeling at the wrong time. Only reel when the water is calm and bubbles have disappeared — while the fish splashes, just tire it out by moving the rod against its direction.
Can you fish without a rod?
Yes — jump into the water and catch fish with your bare hands if you don’t want to use the rod.
Related Guides
- Crimson Desert: How & Where to Get a Northern Pike (No Fishing) — a fish you can get without the rod.
- Crimson Desert: Unlock Every Recipe for Free — use your catch in cooking.
Sources
- Crimson Desert: How To Fish — original video walkthrough by Fusion Thunder.
Fusion Thunder
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