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At this point, it seems likeevery game has fishing, andMonster Hunter Wildsis no exception. Fishing may not be an integral part of your Monster Hunter journey, but it will be a helpful tool to have in your arsenal.
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You can get some rewards out of it, which we’ll cover a bit later. Before that, we’ll go over all the fishing locations and where you can find them.
Some maps have more than others or contain specific fish, which could be important, especially forany completionistsout there. This guide should provide all the necessary information so you can live like the wily old fisherman you were born to be.
Fishing Spots
Weirdly, you can fish in any puddle you’d like, but you’ll need to find the right spots in every area to gather the exact fish you might be looking for. Every location in the game has at least one fishing spot, so no matter where you are, you’ll be able to cast a line.
You’re able to collect some fish with the capture net if you manage to get close enough. If you prefer that method, check out some of the shallower water where you may see fish swimming.
You can fish in any location that has something to catch. Look at the water and if you see shadows of fish then you can cast a line.
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Windward Plains
Most of the basic fish are found here. There aren’t many options for fishing, so there really isn’t a preferable spot unless you’re looking for something specific.
Fish Available
Area 13 Oasis
Whetfish, Sushifish, Virid Bowfin, Gravid Bowfin
Area 14 Underground River
Goldenfish, Platinumfish, Virid Bowfin
Area 14 Underground Pool
Area 14 Underground Water Vein
Scarlet Forest
This is where you’ll spend most of your time if you’re trying to live out the dream of being a Master Monster Fisher. Your best bet for fishing is to go to camp in Area 16 and run between the three spots to find what you need.
Forest Base Camp
Whetfish, Sushifish, Virid Bowfin, Gravid Bowfin, Goldenfry,
Area 1 River
Whetfish, Sushifish, Virid Bowfin, Gravid Bowfin, Bomb Arowana, Burst Arowana
Area 2 River
Sushifish, Virid Bowfin, Burst Arowana
Area 6 Flowering Rocks
Goldenfish, Platinumfish, Goldenfry, Gunpowderfish,
Area 8 River
Whetfish, Sushifish, Bomb Arowana, Burst Arowana
Area 10 River Fork
Whetfish, Burst Arowana
Area 12 Underground Lake
Goldenfish, Platinumfish, Escunite, Grand Escunite
Sushifish, Virid Bowfin, Gravid Bowfin, Escunite, Goldenfry, Burst Arowana, Grand Escunite, Gajau, Speartuna, Gastronome Tuna
Area 12 Hidden Cave
Goldenfish, Platinumfish
Whetfish, Sushifish, Virid Bowfin, Gajau, Speartuna, Great Trevally
Area 15 Dam
Sushifish, Virid Bowfin, Bomb Arowana
Goldenfish, Platinumfish, Goldenfry, Gunpowderfish, Petricanths
Area 17 Great Lake
Sushifish, Grand Escunite, Goliath Squid, Gajau, Gastronome Tuna, Great Trevally, Speartuna
Escunite, Goldenfry, Bomb Arowana
Oilwell Basin
This can be a good spot to restock on ammo as a Bowgun user. You’re able to make explosive andSticky Ammowith your spoils here.
Area 16 River
Burst Arowara, Whetfish, Bomb Arrowara
Iceshard Cliffs
Most of the available fish here give you a sellable item which can be nice if you’re in between hunts and need to make some money. With only one spot, all the fish are condensed into one area.
Gravid Bowfin, Gunpowderfish, Blind Perch, Goldenfry, Glass Parexus
Ruins of Wyveria
Both spots pretty much have the same setup. Both are right next to camps and offer the same fish, so really it boils down to your choice. Gap in Rubble gets you access to more monsters when you’re done fishing.
Area 8 Gap in Rubble
Gravid Bowfin, Glass Parexus, Goldenfly, Blind Perch, Gunpowderfish
Area 13 Hidden Cave
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While they don’t have many rewards, what the fish in Monster Hunter Wilds have to offer is still pretty good. You can acquire some helpful items for crafting, rations for meals, and Guild Points.
Fish aren’t very difficult to catch, but depending on their size, they may put up more of a fight. The size will also determine how much of the rewards you acquire from that fish.
For all the achievement hunters out there, you have three to earn—one for fishing for the first time, one for catching a giant squid, and one for reeling in 30 whoppers.
Some fish will drop things like scales that can be used in crafting, or they may drop something likeWhetfish Finto make sharpening your weapon faster.
It can be helpful to stop off at fishing spots occasionally to keep a good stock of these items. If you’re out on a hunt and feel lucky, you’re able to grab items that you might need for an upcoming fight, likeSushifish Scalefor a fight with an Guardian Ebony Odogaron to minimize bleeding.
If you’re looking for something more specific, check out thisresource here.That should provide you with a nice list of all the possible items that different kinds of Aquatic Life can drop in Monster Hunter Wilds.
Hunting down the Gastronome Tuna will be the best source of items since it has so many on offer.
Food is always important in Monster Hunter games, but in Wilds, it’s one of themostimportant aspects. Fish makes for an excellent and easy source of ingredients which are the basis of what makes up your meals whenever you cook using your Portable BBQ Grill.
Having plenty of fish to cook will help keep your defense up. In a game like Monster Hunter, that small boost could be what prevents you from getting carted right at the end of a hunt.
Guild Points
Guild points are not something I think most people consider since you build up so many during a playthrough. That being said, having more never hurts!
Since points go to all manner of things, includingPop-up Camps, having a stock of them is a good idea. Each fish you catch will be worth at least five guild points, but other rarer or larger fish might be worth a lot more.
Fishing may not be the most interesting thing to tackle in Monster Hunter, but it’s something that everyone should at least try. Take a break from practicing extinction and enjoy the majesty of the game in all its glory.
It makes for anice cozy timeto just chill out and catch some fish instead of hunting for the next pair of gloves you need. Remember. you should never hunt on an empty stomach, and fish makes for a tasty snack between hunts.
