The Full Guide to the BOREAL PINES UPDATE in Fisch: New Rods, Fish, and Secrets!
After the FISCHMAS UPDATE, It's time for a full review of the BOREAL PINES UPDATE in Fisch. In this update, the developers have done something very interesting by essentially bringing the Arctic environment into the game. A snowy landscape and extreme cold mean you need the right gear to survive. To start your adventure, your character must head to the Moosewood region, but first, you must complete the "Northern Expedition" quest and obtain the Winter Cloak. After that, you can use a blue portal to reach the icy island.
The Impact of Gear on Gameplay in BOREAL PINES UPDATE
If you try to walk on the snow without the proper gear, your speed will be drastically reduced. But don't worry, there's a solution. You need to talk to a new NPC named Marvin. He will solve this problem for you with Winter Boots.
You must use a Lantern to melt the ice around NPCs trapped in the Crystal Fissure cave. Doing this rewards you with a Cryogenic Crystal. Its exact use isn't clear yet, but it will almost certainly be used for crafting items in future updates.
What Gear Do We Need in This Update?
Winter Boots: This is your first step. To craft these boots, Marvin asks for two items: Mag’s Spine and Mag’s Fang. To find them, you need to go to the Ancient Isles, near the waterfall in the Ancient Archives area.
Boreal Rod: This fishing rod is sold near the dock for 18,000 coins. With 60% lure speed and the Boreal Mutation, it's a good, economical option to start with.
Reinforced Cages: You can buy these reinforced cages at the lake on top of the mountain. Some species, like the Snow Crab and King Crab, can only be caught using these cages.
How to Get the Cryolash Rod in Fisch
As everyone expected, a new fishing rod called the Cryolash Rod has been introduced in this update. I can confidently say it's one of the best in the game and the top-tier item you can obtain in the BOREAL PINES UPDATE. You can access it by going to a hidden mountain cabin. But what do you need to get the Cryolash Rod in Fisch?
3.5 million in-game currency.
You must have completed 100% of the Boreal Pines Bestiary.
What Are the Best Locations to Complete the Boreal Pines Bestiary?
I can recommend three of the best locations to complete this list:
Crystal Fissure Cave: The primary spot for catching Glacial Squid (Mythic species) and FROSTWYRM (Exotic species).
Frozen Lake: Located opposite the merchant, this area has several small fishing holes.
High Mountain Lake: This is where you can find crustaceans, and you must use Reinforced Cages here.
Complete Guide to Obtaining the North Pole Rod in BOREAL PINES UPDATE
This update has no shortage of special and exciting content, and another one is the North Pole Rod. It can be considered the ultimate power item, and you should use all your effort to obtain it. The North Pole Rod can increase the value of your fish by up to 10 times, making it extremely profitable.
What Materials Are Needed to Craft the North Pole Rod in Fisch?
1x Frost-Bitten Northstar Whale
2x Essence of Starfrost
1x Frozen FROSTWYRM (The best way to get this is by using the Cryolash Rod itself).
15,000 Bells (Crafting cost at the Ancient Archives).
How to Get the FROSTWYRM in fisch?
If you are ready to start the hunt, follow these precise steps to ensure you aren't wasting your resources:
Locate the Prime Spot: Travel to the northernmost point of the island added in the BOREAL PINES UPDATE in Fisch. There is a specific deep-water pocket where the thermal temperature drops significantly.
Monitor the Season: Wait for the in-game notification that winter has arrived. If you are impatient, use your Sundial Totem, but keep your expectations in check regarding the spawn RNG.
Spamming Strategy: Once winter is active, use as many Sundial Totems or Luck Totems as your budget allows. This is the only way to significantly tilt the odds in your favor for the FROSTWYRM.
Resource Management: Ensure you have a large stack of coins and high-quality bait. This is a marathon, not a sprint, and you don't want to run out of supplies just as the legendary fish appears.
