"Mastering Rune Slayer Fishing: A Beginner's Guide"

If you ever doubted that *Rune Slayer* isn’t an MMORPG, let the presence of fishing put those doubts to rest. After all, if a game includes fishing, it's practically an MMORPG by default! Jokes aside, if you're eager to dive into the world of fishing within *Rune Slayer*, you've come to the right place. We struggled with this feature at first, but we've mastered it and are excited to guide you through the process of catching fish in *Rune Slayer*. Spoiler Alert: It's not as straightforward as in *Fisch*.

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Before you start reeling in fish, make sure to accept the fishing quest from Simon the Fisherman. He's the white-haired NPC you'll find at one of the piers where the Baracuda swims. Simon tasks you with catching 5 "fish," and in return, he'll reward you with a Tackle Box (we'll explain the significance of those quotation marks shortly).

Here's the catch: to start fishing, you'll need a fishing rod and some bait/tackle. Conveniently, Simon the Fisherman is also your go-to vendor for these essentials.

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So, purchase a Wood Fishing Rod and some Worms from Simon. Most players suggest having at least 5 worms, but we opted for 10 to be on the safe side. No, you don't equip the bait. The Worms simply need to be in your inventory; they're automatically used when you fish. Each time you catch something, a Worm will be removed from your inventory.

Here’s the crucial detail: you won't be able to catch any fish unless you have at least 5 baits in your inventory. We tried with just one Worm and came up empty-handed. Only after stocking up to 5 Worms did we start catching fish. We recommend placing the Worms in your hotbar to easily monitor your supply. Once you have these essentials, you're ready to move on to the next step.

How to Catch Fish in Rune Slayer

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First, select your Wood Fishing Rod. Since you can't equip it, just place it in your hotbar or access it from your inventory, and your character will hold it with both hands.

Hold M1 to cast your line into a body of water (the pier near Simon the Fisherman is a perfect spot).

Then, keep an eye on the bobber. When you see it ripple once or twice, click M1 again to reel in your catch. It's that simple.

However, this method doesn't guarantee a catch every time. More often than not, you'll come up empty-handed. Sometimes, you'll pull in junk, but the good news is Simon counts junk as a catch (hence the quotation marks around "fish" earlier).

So, to sum up, cast your line, wait for the ripples, hit M1, and aim to catch anything five times. We managed to catch only two fish, with the rest being Old Cups.

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Once you've caught 5 "fish," return to Simon the Fisherman to complete the quest. He'll reward you with a tackle box. Open it and store your remaining worms inside to free up your inventory space.

That's the full rundown on fishing in Rune Slayer. Enjoy your fishing adventures! For more tips, check out our The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Rune Slayer.