Master Fishing in Metaphor: ReFantazio

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Alright, so you're looking to cast a line in Metaphor: ReFantazio? Fishing is a pretty neat little system that unlocks as you progress through the main story, specifically when you reach Virga Island. You'll find the fishing spot right on the deck of your gauntlet runner, but remember, you can only fish when the weather's good and you've got bait!

Unlocking Fishing

You won't be able to cast your line until you hit Virga Island in the main story. It's a bit of a late-game unlock, happening around 8/14. The fishing station is located on the deck of your gauntlet runner. Just a heads-up: no fishing if the weather's really nasty, and you absolutely need bait to get started.

Bait Locations

Bait is key, and thankfully, most of it is pretty easy to get. There are three types:

Worm Bait

You can snag this from the Bug-Selling Boy in Martira. He's hanging out in the Cattleracket Road area, and each Worm Bait costs 100 Reeves.

Grasshopper Bait

This one's also from the Bug-Selling Boy in Martira. It's a bit pricier at 250 Reeves per bait.

Tail Bait

This is the rarest bait and can't be bought. You'll need to get it from renewable sources on your runner. One way is to plant a high-quality seed in the planter and harvest it the next day. Keep in mind, you might not always get a Tail Bait, so saving beforehand is a good idea. Another method is to use the Cleaning Tool in the hull area, specifically by tidying up the Storage Room. This should net you two Tail Baits, but again, save before trying if you don't get them.

How to Fish

Once you've got your bait, you're ready to fish! Remember, this is only available in the Virga Island area and requires your runner to be moving. It's a good idea to fish while you're on other quests or exploring dungeons. Bad weather, like what you might find in the Spire of Blind Faith or Land of Ceremony optional dungeons, will prevent fishing.

Head out to the deck, and you'll see the fishing station. Heismay will be there, but he doesn't really affect the fishing outcome. First, you'll pick your bait, which determines what kind of fish you might catch:

Worm Bait: Limp Goldfish
Grasshopper Bait: Brocaded Koi
Tail Bait: Lord of the Lake

After you choose your bait, the fishing mini-game begins. You'll be presented with a few choices that determine your rewards. One choice gives you the main item plus a Lone Boot (sell this for money), another gives you two of the main item, and the third gives you the main item plus two Queen's Honey Jars. Since Queen's Honey Jars are pretty rare and useful for recipes, it's usually best to go for that option!

There are three different questions with sets of answers, and you'll need to pick the right one to maximize your haul:

Question	Choice	Items
Perhaps if the bait were moving?	Give it a waggle	2x item
–	Thrash and splash	Item, 2x Queen’s Honey Jar
–	Keep it still	Item and Lone Boot
I’m starting to feel a bit queasy.	Take a break	2x item
–	Sway with the waves	Item and Lone Boot
–	Think like a fish	Item and 2x Queen’s Honey Jar
Hmm…How do I shake this?	Just power through it	Item and Lone Boot
–	Pinch your cheeks	2x item
–	Give in to naptime	Item and 2x Queen’s Honey Jar

If you're aiming to craft all the recipes in the game, fishing is essential, as the Lord of the Lake and Queen's Honey Jars are primarily obtained this way.