WHERE & HOW TO FARM Where to farm A river, lake, or coastal bank with nearby cover and a known exit.
Pack rod, hook, bait, and a cutting tool before leaving shelter. Fish from a bank where you can watch the approach, then process and cook any catch before carrying it far. Fishing takes time and can expose your position, so set a clear limit for the stop.
Before you go Fishing rod with line Hook and bait Knife or suitable cutting tool Means to cook and carry the catch Assemble the fishing kit at shelter and confirm that bait is attached or packed. Choose a bank that gives you cover and a view of the route in and out. Move to the water and use the fishing action with baited gear. Stay alert while fishing; stop if players, infected, or other danger approach. Recover the catch and use a cutting tool to prepare it. Cook the fish and check that it is ready before eating or storing it. Leave by the planned route with only the food you can safely carry. Farming tips Bring a spare hook or rod component on longer outings because equipment wears down. Avoid spending a long time on an exposed bank when the area is active. Repeat, collect and use Repeat whenever you have bait and functioning gear. Catch and bite behavior varies with location and server, so do not count on a specific yield.
Common mistakes Leaving without bait: check the assembled kit before traveling. Fishing while focused only on the water: keep watching the approach and break off when danger rises. Carrying raw fish for a long trip: process and cook it promptly. When to stop or switch Stop fishing once you have enough food to prepare, your gear is wearing out, or you lose control of the surrounding area.
Sources & fact checks REWARD DETAILS & CONDITIONS Sources & rewards All source types Farming route Farming priority Name A–Z Drop chance
Farming route A river, lake, or coastal bank with nearby cover and a known exit.
Fishing rod with line Hook and bait Knife or suitable cutting tool Means to cook and carry the catch Rate not listed
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