Final Fantasy 14 can certainly be overwhelming to someone who is new to the series. Ocean fishing isn’t the most mind-boggling thing in the game, but with new routes and gameplay aspects added, it can still be daunting – even for returning veterans.
Fishing in FF14 includes strategy with a little bit of luck. There is no telling what can happen in the ocean, and this makes every fishing experience unique. Ocean fishing is vast, and there are a few different rules to learn when getting started. Some of these rules might even help out with getting certain rewards on your first fishing trip.
Updated on June 18, 2023 by Quinton O’Connor: Ahoy, ye ocean-fishers. WIth the arrival of Patch 6.4, ye may be seein’ more locales than ye bargained for. Don’t worry, landlubbers – there be fresh prizes, too.
How To Unlock Ocean Fishing
A common fear to have when thinking about any minigame is how high of a level you have to be in order to unlock it. Well, fear not! Ocean fishing can be done at a measly level one, if you so choose. The only prerequisite that needs to be taken care of are the quests beforehand.
The fishing guild has a quest entitled, “Way of the Fisher.” When completed, a new quest will appear called, “My First Fishing Rod.” The latter of these two quests is a simple tutorial of sorts, designed to help you get used to fishing. After a small task of finding anchovies, you are free to head to the docks and begin your ocean fishing journey.
Ferry Docks, Fish Bait, And Every Fishing Location
Once the Ferry Docks are located, it is time to learn about the bait. There is a Merchant and Mender NPC available at the docks. Make use of this character, since they will sell you all the bait you will need.
The rule of thumb for understanding the different types of bait is remembering the three main types: krill, ragworm, and plump worm. It is wise to stock up on all three of these. Depending on the location the boat sails to, one bait will be more powerful than the others.
There are 12 locations the ship can sail to when you board it for ocean fishing, but it will only stop at three per round. To see the boat’s schedule, talk to the NPC named Dryskthota.
To access the Ruby Route – which is chosen separately from the Indigo Route that contains all the older locations – you must complete the main scenario up through “Stormblood” from Patch 4.0.
Where To Use Every Bait
Below is a table of the 12 different locations the boat takes you to. For each location, these baits should be used in order to yield the best catches.
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Location |
Krill |
Ragworm |
Plump Worm |
|---|---|---|---|
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Bloodbrine |
X |
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Cieldalaes |
X |
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Galadion |
X |
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Northern Straight of Merlthor |
X |
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Rhotano |
X |
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Rothlyt |
X |
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Southern Strait of Merlthor |
X |
||
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Northern Strait of Merlthor |
X |
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Sirensong Sea |
X |
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Kugane Coast |
X |
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Lower One River |
X |
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Ruby Sea |
X |
Using the assigned bait for each location will trigger a spectral current.
Spectral Currents
When the right fish is caught and with luck on your side, a spectral current will appear. This is when the water turns a mystical rainbow color. Now, all the fish that can be caught have a higher chance of being rare.
These occasions are helped by the use of the assigned bait above, but it also has a lot to do with chance. Luck plays a role in ocean fishing, and it is possible to follow all the rules and not get a single spectral current.
If all the members in your boat decide to help out with a trigger, the odds of triggering a spectral current will rise substantially.
During spectral currents, you can switch to certain baits in order to yield better game. Once a current is active, switch to the special bait listed above. The bait that triggers a spectral current is the same one you should use during a spectral event.
Of Mounts And Minions
Ocean fishing is th key to obtaining a few mounts and minions, and they’re frequently tied to the amount of points earned in a trip. Fishing with others on your ship can increase the chances of activating a spectral current, thus rewarding you with more points for the trip.
The little shark minion known as “Major-General Minion” can be unlocked by getting 5,000 points in one trip. Points are attained by catching fish, which is why spectral currents are important for a larger point yield.
Encountering three dolphin pods during a single trip will net you the “Dolphin Calf” minion; whilst encountering three seagull flocks will get you the “Gull“ minnion.
The first mount is called “Hybodus” and can be unlocked by surfacing 10,000 points via the Indigo Route. Another mount, introduced with Patch 6.4, is “Mossasaurus.” This one will also require 10,000 points, but rather than the old Indigo Route, it’s tied to the Ruby Route.
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