Terraria: How to Fish and Get Better Fishing Rewards Guide

Here's a quick guide on how to fish and get better fishing rewards in Terraria.

Fishing is one of many resourceful activities in Terraria that can get you more than just fish. A good fishing rod, some bait and a good fishing spot can help you get a break from exploring and get you useful items, crates and other rewards.

Get a Fishing Rod

First, you will need a fishing rod. There are several ways to get different rods so use the best one you have at the moment. Fishing rods can be upgraded to increase the effectiveness of fishing, especially when progressing through the game.

Find Some Bait

Fishing takes bait. You can get bait by breaking grass, using a Bug Net, or catching various small creatures around the world. Make sure you have some bait in your inventory before you go out, because every time you cast your line, you’ll use some.

Find a Good Fishing Spot

Look for a large body of water you can fish comfortably. If you can, avoid fishing in small puddles. Big bodies of water generally provide you with better fishing power than tiny pools. Larger underground pools, lakes, and oceans can all work.

Begin Fishing

Get your fishing rod ready and stand by the water. Drop your line into the pool and wait for the bobber to jump. Once you get a bite, reel in your catch and start the process over. Fishing takes a little bit of patience, so don’t worry if you don’t get something useful right away.

Increase Your Fishing Power

The more you can fish, the greater the chances of better catches. Having the right fishing rod and equipment yields better results. Some accessories and potions can also make fishing more efficient.

Look for Crates

Crates are one of the more useful items you can catch while fishing. They can have Ores, Bars, Potions, Accessories, and other items. Crate fishing can be a great way to get resources without spending all your time mining.

Complete Angler Quests

The Angler can give you fishing quests where you are asked to catch specific fish. These quests can award you with many items that are useful and also possibly some fishing gear. Before you go out, find out what fish he wants, so you know what to look for.

Use Fishing Potions

Fishing Potion increases your fishing power, and Sonar Potion lets you see what is on the line before you reel it in. These potions can come in very handy if you are trying to get specific catches or trying to maximize your bait.

Final Tips

Before you begin, get a good fishing rod, bring plenty of bait, and find a large body of water. Do angler quests when you can and look out for crates.

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