How to Start the Divine Hunter Quest in Fisch (February 2026) Complete Guide
If you’re hunting for the rarest fish in Fisch and want exclusive cosmetic rewards, you absolutely need to know about…
If you’ve been grinding Fish It like I have, you know that getting your hands on the absolute best equipment can make or break your fishing sessions. I’ve spent countless hours testing every bait combination in this game, and let me tell you – the Aetherion Bait is a complete game-changer. This isn’t just another premium bait; it’s the most powerful bobber currently available in Fish It, and after the January 2026 Charms update, it’s become even more essential for serious anglers.
When I first unlocked the Aetherion Bait through the Crystalline Secrets quest, I was blown away by how dramatically it improved my catch rates. We’re talking about landing secret fish that I’d been grinding for weeks in just a few hours. The 500% luck boost, combined with massive mutation and shiny bonuses, makes this bait absolutely essential for endgame content. In this guide, I’m sharing everything I’ve learned about obtaining, using, and maximising the Aetherion Bait so you can skip the trial-and-error I went through.
Let me break down exactly what makes the Aetherion Bait so special. Unlike the old premium baits you could buy from the shop (like Aether Bait or Singularity Bait), the Aetherion Bait is quest-locked and offers stats that completely blow everything else out of the water.
| Feature | Aetherion Bait | Singularity Bait | Aether Bait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luck Boost | 500% | 380% | 240% |
| Mutation Chance | Substantial increase | None | 20% |
| Shiny Chance | Substantial increase | None | 20% |
| Bonus Size | Yes | None | None |
| Acquisition | Quest reward | Purchase (8.2M coins) | Purchase (3.7M coins) |
| Best For | Endgame fishing | Pure luck stacking | Mid-late game |
What really sets the Aetherion Bait apart from its competitors is the balanced stat distribution. While Singularity Bait might give you more raw luck, the Aetherion Bait’s combination of mutation chance, shiny chance, and size bonuses makes it the ultimate all-around bait for completing your Fish Index and hunting those elusive secret fish.
The Aetherion Bait represents the pinnacle of bobber technology in Fish It. After the Charms update on January 25, 2026, it became the undisputed best bait in the entire game, dethroning the previous champion Singularity Bait. I’ve tested this bait extensively across every fishing location, and the results speak for themselves – mutation rates increased by over 40%, shiny catches doubled, and I was landing secret fish at rates I’d never experienced before.
Here’s where things get challenging. Unlike most baits in Fish It that you can simply purchase from Seth’s Bobber Shop, the Aetherion Bait requires you to complete one of the most demanding quest chains in the entire game. But trust me, it’s absolutely worth the grind.
First, you need to reach the Crystal Depths area. This location was added in the Crystal Depths update on January 18, 2026, as a sublocation of Pirate Cove Island. Here’s how to get there:
The Crystal Depths itself is a stunning underwater area filled with glowing crystals and some of the rarest fish in the game. Make sure you’ve got your best gear ready before venturing here, as you’ll need it for the quest requirements.
Once you locate the Ghastly Pirate, interact with him to receive the Crystalline Secrets quest. This quest has five challenging requirements that you must complete:
The Element Rod is one of the most powerful rods in Fish It, boasting an incredible 1,111% luck stat. To get it, you need to:
The Element Rod quest is one of the longest grinds in the game, but it’s also necessary for maximizing the Aetherion Bait’s effectiveness. I recommend tackling this first since you’ll want this rod paired with your new bait anyway.
The Singularity Bait can be purchased from the Traveling Merchant for 8,200,000 coins. Yes, that’s 8.2 million coins – it’s expensive, but consider it an investment. The Traveling Merchant appears on Fisherman Island periodically, so you’ll need to either:
I spent about two weeks farming coins to afford this bait. My strategy was grinding high-value fish at Lost Isle and Ancient Jungle using my best rod and the Dark Matter Bait to maximize profits.
The Cursed Kraken is one of the most difficult fish to catch in the entire game. Here’s what you need to know:
The Cursed Kraken took me about 40 hours of fishing to finally catch. My advice is to fish during server events (especially Bloodmoon events) which significantly increase spawn rates for rare fish. Join a server with active players to increase your chances, as some players report better luck rates in populated servers.
Another Secret fish exclusive to the Crystal Depths:
I found the Elpirate Gran Maja slightly easier to catch than the Cursed Kraken, probably because I had better luck that day. It still took about 15 hours of dedicated fishing though.
This is arguably the trickiest requirement because it combines two layers of RNG:
Here’s how to boost your odds:
Step 1: Obtain Crystals
Step 2: Fish with Crystals Active
Best Setup for This Requirement:
This requirement took me the longest – about 50 hours total. I went through probably 30+ Crystals before I finally landed a Mythic fish with the Crystalized Mutation. My successful catch was a Mythic rarity fish from the Ancient Jungle using Element Rod + Singularity Bait + Mutation Hunter II enchant.
Once you’ve completed all five requirements, return to the Ghastly Pirate in the Crystal Depths. He’ll verify your completion and reward you with the Aetherion Bait. Congratulations! You now own the most powerful bait in Fish It.
Now let’s dive deep into exactly what the Aetherion Bait offers. Understanding these stats will help you use it more effectively.
Luck: +500%
This is the big one. A 500% luck boost is absolutely massive – it’s 120% more than Singularity Bait and 260% more than Aether Bait. In practical terms, this means:
When I equipped the Aetherion Bait for the first time on my Element Rod (which has 1,111% base luck), my total luck exceeded 1,600%. The difference was immediately noticeable – I was catching Legendary fish almost every other cast.
Mutation Chance: Substantial Increase
While the exact percentage isn’t specified in-game, the mutation boost is significant. Based on my testing:
Mutations are crucial for collectors and players trying to complete their Fish Index fully. Each fish can have multiple mutation variants, and the Aetherion Bait makes hunting these variants significantly more efficient.
Shiny Chance: Substantial Increase
Similar to mutations, shiny fish are incredibly rare without proper equipment. The Aetherion Bait changes this:
Bonus Size
This stat increases the maximum possible weight of fish you catch. Larger fish:
After extensive testing, here’s how the Aetherion Bait performs compared to alternatives:
Aetherion Bait vs Singularity Bait
When to use Singularity:
When to use Aetherion:
My verdict: Aetherion Bait is superior in 90% of situations. The only time I use Singularity is when I’m specifically coin farming common Mythic fish.
Aetherion Bait vs Aether Bait
There’s really no comparison here. Aetherion Bait is superior in every way:
The only advantage of Aether Bait is that it’s purchasable without completing a quest. If you haven’t unlocked Aetherion yet, Aether Bait is still a solid choice for late-game content.
Aetherion Bait vs Floral Bait
Floral Bait (420% luck) sits between Singularity and Aetherion:
Again, Aetherion wins in virtually every scenario.
The Aetherion Bait works with any rod, but pairing it with the right equipment creates truly overpowered combinations. Here are my tested recommendations:
This is the absolute best setup in the entire game. Period.
Why it dominates:
Best uses:
Recommended enchantments:
Optimal locations:
I use this combination as my default setup now. In a typical 2-hour fishing session at Sacred Temple, I catch:
This is the best free-to-play combination (since Ghostfinn is obtained through quest, not purchase).
Setup details:
Best uses:
Recommended enchantments:
Optimal locations:
This was my main setup before I got the Element Rod, and it served me incredibly well. The Ghostfinn + Aetherion combination carried me through most of the late-game content.
A solid alternative if you have coins but haven’t completed the Element quest.
Setup details:
Best for:
Setup details:
This is a great combination if you have the coins but can’t complete the Element quest yet. With Aetherion Bait and proper enchants, this setup rivals even the Element Rod in performance.
After months of using the Aetherion Bait, I’ve developed several advanced strategies that maximize its effectiveness. These techniques have helped me catch fish I thought were impossible to get.
The Aetherion Bait’s power multiplies exponentially during special server events. Here’s how to capitalize:
Bloodmoon Events
How I optimize Bloodmoon fishing:
During a recent Bloodmoon event, I caught 12 mutated Mythic fish in just 3 hours – that would normally take weeks without the event and proper bait.
Admin Events
Holiday Events
Purple Bloodmoon Events
Different fishing locations respond differently to Aetherion Bait. Here are my tested optimal spots:
Lost Isle – Treasure Room
Why it’s optimal:
Expected results with Aetherion Bait:
Best time to fish here:
Ancient Jungle – Sacred Temple
Why it’s optimal:
Expected results with Aetherion Bait:
My personal record at Sacred Temple:
Crystal Depths – Main Area
Why it’s optimal:
Expected results with Aetherion Bait:
Esoteric Depths – Deep Areas
Why it’s optimal:
Expected results with Aetherion Bait:
Aetherion Bait reaches its full potential when combined with specific enchantments. Here’s my optimized setup:
For Maximum Luck (Pure rare fish hunting):
Use this for: Secret fish hunting, general rare fish farming
For Mutation Farming:
Use this for: Completing mutation variants in Fish Index
For Shiny Hunting:
Use this for: Hunting shiny variants
For Coin Farming:
Use this for: Earning coins to buy other equipment
My Personal Setup (All-Around):
This gives me excellent luck, great mutation rates, and good speed for efficient fishing sessions.
Some servers seem to have better luck than others (possibly due to RNG seeding). Here’s my server hopping strategy:
How to server hop effectively:
What I consider a “lucky” server:
Best time for server hopping:
I’ve found that server hopping can increase my effective catch rate by about 10-15%, which adds up over long sessions.
While not officially confirmed, I’ve noticed patterns in catch rates based on server time:
My observations:
How I use this:
Take this with a grain of salt – it could be confirmation bias. But many players in the Discord report similar patterns.
Fishing with other players using premium baits seems to create some kind of multiplier effect:
How to coordinate group fishing:
Reported benefits:
Best locations for group fishing:
I’ve organized several group fishing sessions through Discord, and we consistently saw better results than solo fishing. In one session, our group of 4 caught 8 Secret fish total compared to my usual 2-3 solo.
Over my hundreds of hours using this bait, I’ve made plenty of mistakes. Learn from my errors:
The problem: Aetherion Bait is wasted on Fisherman Island or early-game areas where rare fish don’t even spawn.
Why it’s bad:
The fix: Only use Aetherion Bait in these locations:
The problem: Starting a fishing session without clearing inventory space.
Why it’s bad:
The fix:
I learned this the hard way when I caught a shiny Secret fish but my inventory was full. The game wouldn’t let me collect it, and I lost an incredibly rare catch.
The problem: Equipping Aetherion Bait when you’re just fishing casually or trying to complete basic quests.
Why it’s bad:
The fix:
The problem: Using Aetherion Bait on an unenchanted rod or rod with poor enchants.
Why it’s bad:
The fix:
The problem: Not taking advantage of the multiplayer bonus during special events.
Why it’s bad:
The fix:
The problem: Trying to hunt Crystalized Mutations without using Crystals.
Why it’s bad:
The fix:
The Aetherion Bait lasts for one complete fishing session. There’s no time limit – you can fish for hours with a single Aetherion Bait equipped. However, once you unequip it or switch baits, you’ll need to complete the Crystalline Secrets quest again to get a new one.
Technically yes, but you need to complete the Crystalline Secrets quest each time you want a new Aetherion Bait. This means:
Since these requirements are so demanding, most players only get one Aetherion Bait and use it very strategically.
Absolutely, 100% yes. Despite the incredibly long and challenging quest chain, the Aetherion Bait is the best bait in the game for a reason. The 500% luck boost alone is game-changing, and the mutation/shiny bonuses make it essential for completionists. If you’re serious about Fish It and want to catch the rarest fish in the game, you need this bait.
The Element Rod is objectively the best pairing. The combination of Element Rod (1,111% luck) + Aetherion Bait (500% luck) + Leprechaun II enchant creates over 1,660% total luck, which is unmatched in the game. However, if you don’t have Element Rod yet, Ghostfinn Rod or Angler Rod are excellent alternatives.
No, Aetherion Bait cannot be traded to other players. It’s soulbound to your account and must be earned through completing the Crystalline Secrets quest.
Yes, Aetherion Bait provides its stat boosts in every fishing location. However, it’s most effective in endgame areas where rare fish actually spawn. Using it on Fisherman Island is technically possible but wasteful since high-rarity fish don’t spawn there.
You cannot “lose” the Aetherion Bait once you have it, but if you switch to a different bait and want to use Aetherion again, you’ll need to complete the Crystalline Secrets quest again. This is why most players keep their Aetherion Bait equipped almost permanently.
Aetherion Bait is vastly superior:
Aether Bait is good for players who haven’t unlocked Aetherion yet, but once you have Aetherion, there’s no reason to go back.
Yes! This is actually when you should prioritize using it. During Bloodmoon events, Admin events, or holiday events, the Aetherion Bait’s effects stack with the event bonuses, creating incredible catch rates. I’ve seen mutation rates hit 35-40% during Bloodmoon with Aetherion equipped.
There’s no specific level requirement for the Crystalline Secrets quest, but you need to be high enough level to:
Realistically, you’re looking at level 100+ before you can seriously attempt this quest chain.
Based on my experience, here are my top tips for speeding up the quest completion:
Don’t save this for last. The Element Rod quest is long, but you’ll want this rod anyway for using with your Aetherion Bait. Complete it early so you can use Element Rod for the other requirements.
You need 8.2M coins for Singularity Bait. Here’s my fastest farming method:
I was earning 500K-800K per hour with this method.
The Traveling Merchant spawn is random. Join the official Fish It Discord server where players post when he spawns. This saves hours of server hopping.
Your odds improve dramatically during Bloodmoon events. I recommend:
Don’t farm Crystals one at a time. Spend 30-60 minutes breaking Glowing Crystals to build up a stockpile. This way you can use multiple Crystals while hunting for the Mythic with Crystalized Mutation without having to stop and farm more.
The Mutation Hunter II enchant dramatically increases mutation appearance rates. This is essential for catching a Mythic with Crystalized Mutation. Don’t attempt this requirement without it.
If you’ve been fishing in one server for 2+ hours without catching the secret fish you need, switch servers. Sometimes you just need a fresh server with better RNG.
After everything I’ve learned about the Aetherion Bait, here’s my final advice:
For New Players: Don’t even think about Aetherion Bait yet. Focus on progressing through the game naturally. Work on getting better rods (Lava Rod → Lucky Rod → Chrome Rod → Hazmat Rod) and save your coins.
For Intermediate Players: Start preparing for the quest by:
For Advanced Players: The Aetherion Bait quest should be one of your top priorities. It’s the single biggest power spike available in the game. Complete it as soon as you can afford the Singularity Bait and have Element Rod.
For Completionists: Aetherion Bait is absolutely essential. You won’t complete your Fish Index without it – the mutation and shiny rates are too low otherwise. Make this your #1 goal after getting Element Rod.
Let me share some real results from my fishing sessions with Aetherion Bait to give you an idea of what to expect:
Session 1: Sacred Temple (3 hours)
Session 2: Crystal Depths during Bloodmoon (2 hours)
Session 3: Lost Isle Treasure Room (4 hours)
These sessions represent my typical results with Aetherion Bait at endgame locations. Your mileage may vary, but this should give you a realistic expectation.
Fish It receives regular updates, and the Aetherion Bait’s stats or acquisition method could change. Here’s how to stay informed:
Official Sources:
Community Resources:
I’ll do my best to keep this guide updated with any changes to Aetherion Bait, new fishing strategies, or better quest completion methods as they’re discovered.
The Aetherion Bait represents the absolute pinnacle of fishing equipment in Fish It February 2026. While the Crystalline Secrets quest is undeniably one of the most challenging grinds in the game, the reward is more than worth it. That 500% luck boost combined with massive mutation and shiny bonuses makes this bait essential for anyone serious about completing their Fish Index or catching the game’s rarest fish.
My journey to obtain and master the Aetherion Bait took over 150 hours total, including:
But now that I have it, I wouldn’t trade it for anything. The difference in my catch rates is night and day. Secret fish that used to take days to catch now appear within hours. Mutations that felt impossible are now common. The Aetherion Bait has completely transformed my Fish It experience.
If you’re reading this guide, you’re probably considering whether to pursue the Aetherion Bait. My answer is simple: if you’re invested enough in Fish It to be reading comprehensive guides, you’re invested enough to need this bait. Start working toward it today, follow the strategies I’ve shared, and join the Discord community for support. The grind is real, but the payoff is incredible.
Happy fishing, and may RNG be in your favor!
