guild wars 2 fishing

Fishing in Guild Wars 2 was introduced with the End of Dragons expansion (2022) and has since become a popular side activity. Heres everything you need to know: How to Start Fishing Unlock Fishing: Complete the first story chapter of End of Dragons (or skip it via My Story if youre level 80). Get a Fishing Rod: Buy a basic rod from fishing suppliers (e.g., Fisherman Hsing in Seitung Province) or the Trading Post. Obtain Bait & Lures: Purchase from vendors or craft them (requires Chef or Scribe professions). Equip Skills: Add the Fishing skill (default: F) to your action bar. Fishing Mechanics Find Fishing Nodes: Look for schools of fish (rippling water) or use Fishing Party buffs (from food or guild halls) to reveal them. Cast Your Line: Aim and hold to charge your throw (longer casts reach deeper waters). Mini-Game: Time your clicks to keep the fish in the "catch zone" while avoiding line breaks. Rarity & Size: Fish come in tiers (Junk, Common, Uncommon, Rare, Legendary) and sizes (Small to Trophy). Key Items Rods: Upgradable (e.g., Luminous or Ambergris rods for better stats). Bait: Different types attract specific fish (e.g., Glow Worms for saltwater fish). Lures: Boost fishing power (e.g., Mackerel Lure for +50 fishing power). Fishing Power Increases your chance to catch rare fish and reduces line breaks. Boost Sources: - Better rods. - Lures/bait. - Food (e.g., Sushi). - Guild buffs (Fishing Party). - Mastery perks (End of Dragons Fishing Mastery line). Fishing Collections & Rewards Achievements: Complete Master Fisher or Cod Swimming Amongst Mere Minnows. Legendary Fish: Catch trophy fish (e.g., The Hunter) for collections or sell on the TP. Ambergris: A valuable material for legendary weapons (e.g., Gen 3 legendaries). Fishing Daily Achievements: Earn extra rewards. Best Fishing Spots Saltwater: Seitung Province (starter area). Freshwater: Echovald Wilds (high-tier fish). Open Ocean: Use a skiff to fish in deep waters (requires Skiff Mastery). Skiff Fishing Unlock the Skiff (boat) via masteries to fish in groups or access offshore spots. Party fishing boosts rewards and spawns Fishing Holes (special hotspots). Tips & Tricks Time of day matterssome fish are nocturnal. Higher-tier zones (e.g., New Kaineng) yield better catches. Use /wiki fish in-game to check bait types for specific fish. Fishing is a relaxing way to earn gold, complete achievements, and enjoy Tyrias scenery!