
If you’re diving into Fisch and want to maximize your rewards, understanding the Angler quest system is absolutely essential. After completing over 100 Angler quests myself and tracking every single reward, I’m here to share everything you need to know about these infinitely repeatable missions that can completely transform your fishing experience.
Angler quests are one of the most rewarding systems in Fisch, offering exclusive relics, valuable totems, massive XP gains, and substantial cash rewards. Your progress is tracked in the Stats menu, and the top 50 players with the most completed quests even get featured on a prestigious leaderboard right next to the NPC. Before you start grinding these quests, let me break down exactly what rewards you’re working toward and how to maximize your efficiency.
| Reward Type | What You Get | When You Get It |
|---|---|---|
| Cash | 6-8x fish’s current price | Every quest |
| XP | 150-600+ based on rarity | Every quest |
| Bait Crates | Regular/Quality/Volcanic | After 5+ quests |
| Rare Relics | Exalted, Song of the Deep | Random drops |
| Totems | Tempest, Sundial, Aurora | Random drops |
The beauty of Angler quests is their infinite repeatability, meaning you can farm the same incredible rewards multiple times. Some rewards include powerful relics that unlock enchantments and valuable totems that give you game-changing bonuses. Let me walk you through the complete reward table with exact drop chances.
| Item | Drop Chance | Quantity | Average Quests to Obtain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bait Crate / Carbon Crate / Common Crate | 27.01% (Randomized) | 5x | 3.70 |
| Quality Bait Crate | 16.67% | 5x | 6.00 |
| Truffle Worm | 8.33% | 3x | 12.00 |
| Exalted Relic | 3.13% | 1x | 32.00 |
| Song of the Deep | 2.00% | 1x | 50.00 |
| Tempest Totem | 2.00% | 1x | 50.00 |
| Sundial Totem | 2.00% | 1x | 50.00 |
| Aurora Totem | 2.00% | 1x | 50.00 |
| Smokescreen Totem | 1.33% | 1x | 75.00 |
| Windset Totem | 1.33% | 1x | 75.00 |
| Meteor Totem | 0.67% | 1x | 150.00 |
| Eclipse Totem | 0.67% | 1x | 150.00 |
Beyond these special rewards, every single Angler quest completion also grants you:
As you progress through Angler quests, the difficulty ramps up significantly. Here’s what you need to know about the milestone requirements:
After 25+ Completed Quests: The Angler may start requesting Mythical rarity fish. These are significantly harder to catch but offer better base XP rewards.
After 50+ Completed Quests: Exotic fish enter the rotation. These are among the rarest catches in the game and require top-tier rods and perfect conditions.
After 75+ Completed Quests: Secret fish become possible quest targets. These are the ultimate challenge, requiring specific locations, weather conditions, and often special bait.
Understanding XP scaling helps you prioritize which quests to complete first:
The cash rewards scale similarly, making high-rarity quest completions incredibly lucrative for both leveling and earning currency.
One of the best features of the Angler quest system is that all surface Anglers share the same quest pool, functioning like a hivemind. You can accept a quest from one Angler and turn it in to any other Angler NPC. However, the Depths Angler is unique and only requests fish found specifically in The Depths region.
Here’s where to find every Angler NPC in Fisch:

Moosewood Village
Roslit Bay
Sunstone Island
Terrapin Island
Ancient Isles
Forsaken Shores
The Depths Angler
Crimson Cavern
Luminescent Cavern
Pro tip: I personally recommend sticking to Moosewood for faster quest progression since it’s the spawn point and has easy access to multiple fish types. The Depths Angler is perfect if you’re specifically grinding Depths fish for your bestiary.
Completing Angler quests is straightforward once you understand the mechanics, but there are several nuances that can save you tons of time.
Step 1: Talk to Any Angler NPC Approach any Angler and interact with them. They’ll randomly request a specific fish. The request appears in your quest log on the top-left corner of your screen, so you won’t forget what they asked for.
Step 2: Catch the Requested Fish Here’s where it gets interesting – you can catch the fish anywhere it’s available, not just near the Angler who gave you the quest. Check your Fish Radar or refer to fish location guides to find where your target swims.
Step 3: Return to Any Angler Once you’ve caught the fish, return to ANY Angler NPC (not necessarily the one who gave you the quest). Hold the fish in your hand by equipping it from your inventory.
Step 4: Submit the Quest While holding the fish, press and hold the E button when near the Angler. This submits the quest and immediately grants your rewards.
Important: The fish is permanently removed from your inventory upon submission, so make sure you’re ready to part with it, especially if it’s a rare variant.
After completing an Angler quest, you’ll face a 10-minute cooldown before you can accept another. The game notifies you with a popup message: “The Angler might have a quest for you…” when the cooldown ends. Speaking to Anglers at different locations doesn’t bypass this timer – it’s account-wide.
During this cooldown, I recommend:
One crucial detail many players miss: the Angler accepts ANY variant of the requested fish. This includes:
For example, if the Angler requests a Barracuda and you catch a Shiny Barracuda, you can submit it to complete the quest. However, remember that the Angler keeps whatever you give them, so you might want to save rare variants for trading or collection.
The Depths Angler operates differently from surface Anglers:
If you’re specifically farming Depths fish for your bestiary or need Depths-specific materials, this Angler provides the most efficient quest rotation.
After completing hundreds of quests, I’ve developed strategies that maximize reward efficiency and minimize wasted time.
Moosewood Village (Recommended for Beginners)
The Depths (Advanced Players)
Fish Radar (8,000 Tokens) Purchase this from the pier at Moosewood. It shows which fish are available in your current location, drastically reducing search time. While it only works in a small radius, it’s invaluable for confirming fish presence before spending time fishing.
Quality Fishing Rods As you progress past 25 quests and start receiving Mythical/Exotic fish requests, having resilient rods becomes essential. I recommend:
Bait Management Stock up on various bait types before grinding quests. Each fish has preferred bait that dramatically increases catch rates:
Mistake 1: Submitting Rare Variants Don’t automatically submit the first fish you catch. If you hook a Shiny or Sparkling variant, consider whether you need it for trading or collection before turning it in.
Mistake 2: Ignoring the Cooldown Traveling to distant Anglers hoping to skip the cooldown wastes time. The 10-minute timer is global across all Angler NPCs.
Mistake 3: Poor Inventory Management Keep your inventory organized with dedicated space for quest fish. Nothing’s worse than catching your quest target but having no inventory slots to hold it.
Mistake 4: Not Using GPS Coordinates The GPS system in Fisch lets you quickly navigate to any Angler. Use the coordinates I’ve provided to set waypoints and save travel time.
Mistake 5: Completing Quests Without Preparation Before accepting quests after reaching 25+ completions, ensure you have equipment capable of catching Mythical and Exotic fish. Nothing’s more frustrating than getting a quest you can’t complete with your current gear.
The top 50 players with the most Angler quest completions are displayed on the leaderboard next to the Moosewood Angler. If you’re competitive, here’s how to climb the ranks:
Optimize Your Route Create a circuit between Moosewood and The Depths. Complete surface quests when available, then switch to The Depths during cooldowns for more focused grinding.
Prepare Multiple Rods Keep different rods equipped for various fish rarities. Quick-swap between rods based on the quest request to maximize catch efficiency.
Use Event Bonuses During Aurora events or other special occurrences, fish spawn rates and rarities increase. These are prime times for completing high-value Angler quests.
Stock Rare Bait Always maintain a stock of Truffle Worms and other premium bait. When you get an Exotic fish request, you want to capitalize immediately without farming bait first.
Not all rewards are equally valuable. Here’s my priority ranking:
Top Priority:
Medium Priority: 5. Eclipse Totem 6. Tempest Totem 7. Sundial Totem 8. Quality Bait Crates
Low Priority: 9. Regular Bait Crates 10. Common Crates 11. Standard Truffle Worms
Focus on completing quests until you obtain all top-priority items. After that, Angler quests become an excellent source of passive income and XP.
From January 5-17, Angler quests became part of the Grand Reef questline. While this event has passed, it demonstrates how Angler quests integrate with major updates. Always check patch notes for new connections between Angler quests and limited-time content.
If you’re just starting your Angler quest journey, follow this progression path:
Quests 1-5: Learning Phase
Quests 6-25: Building Foundation
Quests 26-50: Intermediate Grinding
Quests 51+: Advanced Play
After spending countless hours completing Angler quests, I can confidently say they’re one of the best progression systems in Fisch. Here’s why you should prioritize them:
Consistent Reward Stream Unlike one-time quests, Angler quests provide infinite rewards. You can farm relics, totems, and currency as long as you’re willing to put in the time.
Meaningful Progression The milestone system (25/50/75 quests) gives you tangible goals to work toward. Each milestone unlocks more challenging and rewarding fish types.
Skill Development Completing difficult Angler quests forces you to master advanced fishing techniques, learn fish spawns, and optimize your equipment loadout.
Community Competition The leaderboard system adds competitive elements for players who want recognition for their dedication.
Excellent XP Source Angler quests provide some of the best XP rates in the game, especially when you reach the Exotic and Secret fish tiers.
Anglers can be found on nearly every major island in Fisch. The primary Angler is located in Moosewood Village, directly opposite the Merchant stall inside a small hut at coordinates (480, 150, 295). Additional Anglers are at Roslit Bay, Sunstone Island, Terrapin Island, Ancient Isles, Forsaken Shores, The Depths, Crimson Cavern, and Luminescent Cavern. All surface Anglers share the same quest pool, so you can interact with any of them.
Yes, the Angler accepts any variant of the requested fish, including Shiny, Sparkling, and mutated versions. However, keep in mind that the Angler permanently keeps whatever fish you submit, so consider whether you want to trade or collect rare variants before turning them in.
The cooldown between Angler quests is exactly 10 minutes. This timer is global across your account, meaning you cannot bypass it by talking to different Angler NPCs at other locations. You’ll receive a notification popup saying “The Angler might have a quest for you…” when the cooldown ends and you can accept a new quest.
The best rewards are the Exalted Relic (3.13% drop chance), Song of the Deep (2% drop chance), and rare totems like Aurora Totem (2% drop chance) and Meteor Totem (0.67% drop chance). These items provide powerful enchantments and event-spawning capabilities that significantly enhance your fishing experience. Relics enable you to enchant your rods for better performance, while totems let you spawn beneficial weather events.
After completing 25 or more Angler quests, the Angler may start requesting Mythical rarity fish. At 50+ completed quests, Exotic fish enter the possible request pool. At 75+ completed quests, Secret fish become potential quest targets. These higher rarity requests provide significantly better XP and cash rewards but require better equipment and fishing skills.
The Depths Angler is excellent for targeted grinding if you’re specifically working on your Depths bestiary or need Depths-related materials. Since this Angler only requests fish found in The Depths, you never have to travel to different locations to complete quests. However, for general grinding and variety, Moosewood Village offers faster quest completion due to its central location and easier fish pool.
Yes, the reward tiers improve based on your total quest count. After 5 quests, you start receiving Bait Crates. Between 6-25 quests, you get regular Bait Crates. From 26-50 quests, Quality Bait Crates become available. At 51+ quests, Volcanic Geodes enter the reward pool. Additionally, the fish requests become more valuable at 25/50/75 quest milestones, yielding better XP and cash rewards.
Angler quests represent one of the most rewarding and sustainable progression systems in Fisch. With infinite repeatability, escalating challenges, and a treasure trove of exclusive rewards, they’re essential for any player serious about mastering the game.
Whether you’re chasing rare relics for enchantments, farming totems for weather manipulation, or competing for a spot on the leaderboard, Angler quests provide meaningful goals and tangible rewards. Start with the easy surface quests in Moosewood, gradually build your equipment and skills, and eventually tackle the challenging Mythical, Exotic, and Secret fish requests that await at higher quest counts.
The 10-minute cooldown between quests gives you perfect breaks to organize inventory, sell fish, and prepare for the next challenge. Take advantage of the shared quest pool across surface Anglers to minimize travel time, or focus on The Depths Angler for concentrated grinding in that specific biome.
Most importantly, remember that Angler quests are a marathon, not a sprint. Pace yourself, enjoy the progression, and celebrate each milestone as you work toward that 75-quest mark and beyond. The exclusive rewards waiting for you – from powerful relics to game-changing totems – make every quest completion worthwhile.
Now get out there, find your nearest Angler, and start building your quest completion count. Those rare totems and powerful relics won’t farm themselves.