Brighter Shores: Complete Fishing Guide

Fisher is one of the five professions available in Hopeport town in Brighter Shores. As you start out in this old-school MMORPG, one of your first goals will be leveling up to 60. Even though you are just a new guard recruit in this port town, it doesn’t stop you from picking other professions.

After reaching Guard level 15, Corporal Binns will ask you to raise your total level to 60 and suggest progressing in other professions. By talking to him, you can find out how to get started with other professions, such as Forager, Chef, and Fisher. Among these, Fisher is one of the easiest professions to level up in Brighter Shores. In this guide, you will learn everything related to fishing to help you become a successful fisherman in Brighter Shores.

How To Unlock Fishing In Brighter Shores

To unlock fishing in Brighter Shores, you will need to purchase a Fishing Spear from Melv’s Fishing Supplies Store located in the Town Square of Hopeport. The Fishing Spear is a one-time purchase and costs 12 Silver coins. If you are struggling to collect coins, defeating enemies, sparring against other guards, and opening chests inside the Barracks are some easy ways to earn money in Brighter Shores.

After purchasing the Fishing Spear, you have completed the first step on the path to becoming the best fisherman. Next, you will need to find a fishing spot. While completing the tutorial mission, you might have come across the Eel Street Bridge, a great fishing spot for catching eels. Unfortunately, eels are available only after you reach Fisher level 2. Initially, you will need to catch a number of Mottled Flounders found on East Beach to reach level 2.

How To Unlock Fishing Rod & Bait In Brighter Shores

After reaching Fisher level 20, you will encounter Common Dabs, a type of fish that requires you to use a Fishing Rod and bait. Like the Fishing Spear, you will need to visit Melv’s Fishing Supplies Store to purchase the Fishing Rod for 72 Silver coins. Once you have purchased a Fishing Rod, you will be able to use baits to catch fish. Unlike fish caught with the Fishing Spear, fish caught with Fishing Rods using bait are stored in a crate.

You can also purchase baits from Melv’s Fishing Supplies Store. As Brighter Shores features a huge variety of fish, the type of bait also varies from one fish to another. You can read the Rod Fishing Guide at Melv’s Fishing Supplies Store to find out which bait you need for specific fish.

All Baits And Their Prices In Brighter Shores

Here are the prices of all baits available in the game:

How To Use Baits (All Baits In Brighter Shores)

In Brighter Shores, there are six types of fish that require bait, each with additional varieties. Below is a table listing the specific baits needed for catching each fish type in Brighter Shores:

Once you have obtained the appropriate baits, head to a fishing spot like Vacant Pier to start fishing. Fish caught with bait will be stored in crates, keeping your inventory organized. Each bait lasts for over an hour, making it ideal for AFK farming Fisherman XP in Brighter Shores.

All Fishing Spear & Fishing Rod Upgrades In Brighter Shores

Both the Fishing Spear and Fishing Rod have five upgrades beyond their base versions. Once you reach certain levels as a Fisher, these upgrades become available for purchase at Melv’s Fishing Supplies Store. Below are the level requirements and costs for each Fishing Spear and Fishing Rod upgrade:

Fishing Spear Upgrades In Brighter Shores

Fishing Rod Upgrades In Brighter Shores

When enchanted, each grade upgrade grants a 5% increase in XP gained from catching fish. As the XP required to level up increases at higher levels, upgrading your Fishing Spear and Fishing Rod becomes essential as you progress to a high-level Fisher in Brighter Shores.

All Fish In Brighter Shores & Where To Find Them

In Brighter Shores, a new fish unlocks approximately every two to three levels. Below is a list of all the fish you can unlock and their locations in the game:

While there are many fish varieties in Brighter Shores, there aren’t as many fishing spots in Hopeport town. Each fish type typically has around 5-6 varieties. As you level up as a Fisher, Brighter Shores will automatically spawn the highest-level variety of each fish at the following fishing spots:

How To Level Up Fisher Fast In Brighter Shores

Leveling up is essential for unlocking high-level fish and better fishing equipment in Brighter Shores. A quick and efficient way to level up is by fishing at Eel Street Bridge, conveniently located next to the Fishmonger. Once your backpack is filled with eels, you can head to the Fishmonger to sell them.

After reaching Fisher level 10, you will unlock the Lonely Pufferfish, which can be found at Wilhope Crossing, east of Eel Street. Once unlocked, you can alternate between catching pufferfish and eels while the other respawns. Repeatedly catching and selling these fish to the Fishmonger provides an easy way to quickly level up your Fisher profession and make money in Brighter Shores.