Fishing in Tales of Arise offers a relaxing break from the fast-paced action. While it may seem simple, there’s more to it than meets the eye. With various fishing spots scattered worldwide and a range of rewards to unlock, dedicated anglers can spend hours perfecting their technique.
To begin your fishing adventure, you must progress through the main story until reaching Menancia. Once you leave this area, the fishing mini-game will become available. Equip your fishing attire and head to Talka Pond Road to learn the basics from a helpful NPC.
This guide will provide all the information you need to become a master angler in Tales of Arise. From unlocking fishing to finding the best spots and catching rare fish, we’ve got you covered.
How to Unlock Fishing?
Fishing is unlocked via the main story shortly after you depart Menancia. To start fishing, you’ll need to equip the appropriate attire. Once you’re ready, head to Talka Pond Road, which is the only area in the game with the word “Pond” in it. This location is crucial, as you’ll need to return here to show off the various fish you’ve caught to the fishing expert, who will reward you with new rods and lures at regular intervals.
How to Fish in Tales of Arise?
Fishing itself is an interesting and straightforward affair. Here’s a step-by-step guide to get you started:
- Select Your Rod and Lure: Select your line before casting your rod and lure. As you progress, you’ll unlock new rods and lures that will help you catch specific fish.
- Cast Your Line: Look for areas where the water is bubbling or where a fish has jumped out, causing a ripple animation on the surface. Cast your line in these areas for a higher chance of catching fish.
- Attract Fish: Once you’ve cast your line, an interface will pop up with a group of fish on the right and a circle on the left. Press the corresponding buttons (Square, Triangle, or X) to attract the fish you want to catch.
- Reel in Your Catch: Press R2 to reel in the fish once they bite. You’ll need to maintain the strength of your fishing line while reeling in your catch.
How to Reel in Fish?
When reeling in your catch, you’ll encounter two sets of prompts:
- Double Arrows: Hold the Left Analog stick towards the corresponding direction to maintain the strength of your fishing line.
- Fish Behavior: Press L1, R1, or R2 depending on the fish’s behavior. If the fish darts left or right, press L1 or R1, respectively. If the fish jumps out of the water, press R2.
Rods and Lures
Rods determine the damage you’ll inflict on fish during battle, while lures only matter when trying to attract fish. Each lure will tell you what kind of fish it can attract easily, and equipping the right lure will make it easier to catch specific fish.
We recommend that you select your rod and lure before starting. You will only have one rod and lure in the beginning.
Every Rod in Tales of Arise
| Migal’s Rod | This is the starting rod you get. |
| Novice Tackle | You will get this rod after catching 10 fish. |
| Fishing Sniper | You will also get this rod after 20 fish. |
| Alliance Marine Rod | After completing Kisara’s level 60 Solo Challenge in the training ground, you will get this rod. |
| Tenebrae Mk. III | You will get this rod after catching all 44 fish. |
Fishing Rewards In Tales of Arise
Once you catch every kind of fish, you will get a Godly Angler trophy to showcase your fisherman skills.
Fishing Locations
It’s easy to find fishing spots in the game, as it shows a fishing icon on the dock that leads into the water. Another indicator is that Kisara will tell you they’ve spotted a fish. When you find a fishing spot, look for the kind of fish you can catch in that water.
Each fishing location has different button prompts; you’ll have to remember them to catch specific fish. Now, let’s move to the location table and the kinds of fish acquired from there.
| Fishing Locations | Type(s) of Fish |
|---|---|
| Calagila- Cave of Solitude | Cave Seabass, Ambrel Mackerel, Karasuba Sea Bream, Lacerda Salmon |
| Cyslodia- Nevira Snowplains | Pond Tilapia, Berseker Pirahna, Tricolored Catfish, Polar Bass, Nevira Piranha, Armored Sturgeon |
| Cyslodia- Frozen Valley | Hawksbill Trout, Pearly Pike, Azure Tilapia, Cyslodian Salmon |
| Menancia- Overseer Hill | Menancian Bass, Traslida Arowana, Golden Catfish |
| Menancia- Talka Pond Road | Dahnan Bass, Menancian Catfish, Talka Trout |
| Mahag Saar- Adan Lake | Muddy Pirarucu, Aureum Arowana |
| Mahag Saar- Adan Ruins | Emerald Salmon, Lesser Pirarucu, Aqfotle Arowana |
| Mahag Saar- Hidden Wharf | Vesper Sea Bass, Sardonyx Grouper, Garnet Sea Bream, Blueback Tuna, Mahag Saar Barracuda, Silver Marlin |
| Ganath Haros- Shinefall Woods | The Ganath Haros Piranha, Ganath Haros Catfish, Green Pike |
| Ganath Haros- Lavtu Marshlands | Lavtu Tilapia, Lavtu Arowana, Cobalt Trout |
| Ganath Haros- Fogwharl Limestone Caverns | Fogwharl Pike, Cygni Pirarucu |
| Uninhabited Island | Tsuyukusa Mackerel, Mahagsaar Flatfish, Zesti Grouper, Gluttonous Barracuda |
Tips for Fishing in Tales of Arise
- Always return to Talka Pond Road to show off your catches to the fishing expert. He’ll provide valuable information on where to fish and what fish you need to catch.
- If you’re lost, consult your fishing guide to see which areas to fish in.
- Experiment with different rods and lures to find the best combination for catching specific fish.
