FSH in Patch Notes (5.x)

5.0:
– Facet of Fishing (Fisher)
– [2.x] New aquarium fishes have been added.
– Actions: Surface Slap (71), Identical Gig (77), Identical Cast (79)
– Traits: Enhanced Stealth X (70), Enhanced Stealth XI (73), Enhanced Stealth XII (76), Enhanced GP Regeneration II (80)
– [5.x] The following additions and adjustments have been made to fishing:
New fishing holes have been added.
S-rank records can now be obtained from certain fishing spots listed in the Fishing Log.
– [5.x] The following additions and adjustments have been made to spearfishing:
New teeming waters have been added.
AAA records can now be obtained with all gig heads listed in the Fishing Log.
– [5.x] New Tomes of Regional Folklore have been added.
– [2.x] Freshwater Boilies and Saltwater Boilies, bait effective on a wide variety of fish in 2.0 areas, have been added.
These items can be purchased at all shops within 2.0 areas and the Pillars where bait is sold.
– Bug fix: An issue wherein certain fish did not trigger the appropriate fishing rod animation when fishing.

5.1:
– [2.x][4.x][5.x] The following gatherer actions have been adjusted:
Truth of Oceans: Now acquired at level 65 (previously level 66).
– [2.x][3.x][4.x][5.x] New gatherer traits have been added:
All Gatherers
Level 27 – Auto Sneak: Automatically activates Sneak upon changing your class to botanist/miner/fisher.
Fisher
Level 70 – One with the Ocean: Automatically activates Truth of Oceans upon changing your class to fisher.
– [2.x][4.x][5.x] The following gatherer traits were adjusted:
Enhanced GP Regeneration: Effect changed to increase base GP regeneration by 1.
Enhanced GP Regeneration II: Effect changed to increase base GP regeneration rate by a total of 2.
– [2.x][3.x][4.x][5.x] The following gatherer traits have been removed:
All Classes: Enhanced Stealth, Enhanced Stealth II, Enhanced Stealth III, Enhanced Stealth IV, Enhanced Stealth V, Enhanced Stealth VI, Enhanced Stealth VII, Enhanced Stealth VIII, Enhanced Stealth IX, Enhanced Stealth X, Enhanced Stealth XI, Enhanced Stealth XII
– [2.x][3.x][4.x][5.x] Overall experience point gain for all gathering classes has been increased.
As a result, the bonus gained from survival manuals has been increased.
– [5.x] New fish have been added.
– [3.x][4.x][5.x] The Metal Spinner fishing lure, which can be used to catch all fish required for custom deliveries, has been added.
It is available for purchase from the following NPCs:
Junkmonger, Idyllshire (X: 5.9 Y: 7.3)
Independent merchant, Rhalgr’s Reach (X: 12.6 Y: 11.0)
Blue merchant, Ruby Sea (X: 27.9 Y: 17.0)
Dadden, Eulmore (X: 11.7 Y: 11.4)
– [2.x][3.x][4.x][5.x] The following additions and adjustments have been made to achievements:
The description for the Go Big or Go Home achievements has been adjusted to specify big fish in the Source world.
– Bug fix: An issue wherein the fisher action Identical Cast could be used consecutively under certain conditions.

5.2:
– [2.x] New side story quests have been added: All the FIsh in the Sea
– [5.x] Qitari beast tribe quests have been added.
Requested materials can only be collected while undertaking each quest. Furthermore, these materials will not be listed in the Gathering or Fishing Log, but will appear in the Duty List.
– [2.x][4.x][5.x] New aquarium fish have been added.
– [2.x] Angler’s prints have been added to housing.
– [2.x][3.x] The following gatherer actions have been adjusted:
Patience
Now acquired at level 15 (previously level 51).
GP cost reduced from 470 to 200.
Duration reduced from 145 to 60 seconds.
Powerful Hookset
Now acquired at level 15 (previously level 51).
GP cost reduced from 74 to 50.
Precision Hookset
Now acquired at level 15 (previously level 56).
GP cost reduced from 85 to 50.
– [2.x] Adjustments have been made to the animation used to indicate a bite when fishing.
* Only the player fishing can see this newly added effect. It can be disabled by setting battle effects to “Show Limited” or “Show None” under the Character tab of Control Settings in the Character Configuration menu.
– [2.x][3.x][4.x][5.x] Versatile Lures have been added. They can be used to catch a wide variety of fish.
They can be purchased from the following vendors:
Merchant & Mender, Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks (X:3.2 Y:12.8)
Merchant & Mender, the Endeavor (X:6.1 Y:6.1)
– [2.x][3.x][4.x] Adjustments have been made to the message displayed when failing to meet the requirements for fishing at skyfishing and dunefishing locations.
– [2.x] The gathering log and fish guide now display the following information for applicable items:
Fisher Items: ※Not included in the fish guide.
– [2.x][5.x] New fishing holes have been added.
– [2.x][5.x] New fish have been added.
– [5.x] The level of certain fishing holes in the Rak’tika Greatwood has been lowered to 70.
– [5.x] New teeming waters have been added.
– [5.x] New varieties of fish have been added

– [2.x] Ocean fishing has been added.
This brand-new content exclusive to fishers allows players to set sail together on the Endeavor in search of adventure on the high seas.
Level Requirement: Fisher level 1
Item Level Requirement: None
Party Size: 1 to 24 players
Time Limit: 60 minutes
Requirements: All the Fish in the Sea
Participating in Ocean Fishing
Every two hours, players have a fifteen-minute window to register by speaking with Dryskthota on the Limsa Lominsa lower decks (X:3.0 Y:12.7). If you wish to enter as a party, the party leader must be the one to speak with the NPC.
* Players will be matched together to form a full party when participating solo or with a party of fewer than eight members.
* The ship will depart even if there are fewer than 24 crew members.
When ocean fishing is available, the NPC will be marked with an “!” icon on the map.
Availability and Routes
Depending on the time slot, the route taken and time of arrival at the destination may vary. For more information, speak with Dryskthota on the Limsa Lominsa lower decks (X:3.0 Y:12.7) and select “View Sailing Schedule.” You can also set an alarm for the time of departure via subcommands.
Fishing on the Endeavor
The Endeavor sails to fishing locations such as Costa del Sol and Horizon, allowing you to see the sights of Eorzea as never before. Players will have seven minutes to reel in fish at each location, with various rewards on offer.
Bait
While Versatile Lures can be used, there are other types of lure created especially for the Endeavor. To purchase these lures, speak with the Merchant & Mender on the Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks (X:3.2 Y:12.8) or onboard the Endeavor (X:6.1 Y:6.1).
* Other types of lure may also be used.
Points
Rewards are given according to the points earned during ocean fishing.
* Releasing or discarding fish will not reduce your point total.
Records
Information on points earned, the three most recently caught fish, and time remaining can be viewed during the fishing trip.
You may also view a list of fish that you have caught in Score Overview.
Bonuses
Bonuses are awarded upon fulfilling certain conditions, either individually or as a group, which affect the rewards given upon completion.
Spectral Currents
Spectral currents will appear under certain conditions and allow a greater number of fish to be caught for a limited time.
Experience Point Gain
Ocean fishing awards experience points based on your level regardless of which fish are caught, making it ideal for leveling up.
Completion
Once three fishing locations have been visited, the voyage will end and final results will be announced.
Rewards
Rewards are given according to the total number of points earned. Each individual player’s rewards differ according to current level.
1 to 49: EXP
50 to 79: EXP, Yellow Gatherers’ Scrip
80: Yellow Gatherers’ Scrip, White Gatherers’ Scrip (certain conditions must be met to obtain this reward)
* Players who abandon ocean fishing prior to completion will not receive any rewards.
* To obtain gatherer’s scrips, players must first complete the quest “Inscrutable Tastes.”
* Updated 2/19/2020 11:00 p.m. (PST)
– Known issue: An issue wherein the action “Cast” cannot be used at the following fishing spots: Central Thanalan: The Clutch, Northern Thanalan: Ceruleum Field, Southern Thanalan: Burnt Lizard Creek
* This is a high priority issue that we plan to address in Patch 5.21.

5.21:
– [3.x] Gatherer-exclusive content has been added to the Diadem.
Gatherers may now travel to the Diadem to collect items for use in Ishgardian Restoration crafter recipes.
Level Requirement: Miner/Botanist/Fisher level 10
Item Level Requirement: None
Party Size: 1 to 8 players
Time Limit: 180 minutes
– Bug fix: An issue wherein the following fishing locations could not be used: Central Thanalan: The Clutch, Northern Thanalan: Ceruleum Field, Southern Thanalan: Burnt Lizard Creek, Lower La Noscea: Empty Heart
– Bug fix: An issue in ocean fishing wherein participating in subsequent instances caused the message “The fish sense something amiss. Perhaps it is time to try another location.” to display, preventing the player from catching fish.
– Known issue: An issue in the Diadem wherein it is not possible to cast at certain fishing locations.
– Known issue: An issue wherein the text describing the aetheromatic auger incorrectly states that compressed aether can be increased by fishers. Compressed aether can only be increased by miners and botanists.
– Diadem-exclusive bait included in the “New Items” list.
– 5.21 Diadem fish included in the “New Items” list.

5.25:
– [5.x] Skysteel tools have been added.
Fisher: After completing the quest “Mislaid Plans,” players will be able to purchase Signature Skyballs, a special lure used to catch fish required to upgrade your Skysteel tool from specified fishing locations.
– [5.x] New fish have been added.
– Bug fix: An issue in the Diadem wherein the explanation of the aetheromatic auger erroneously stated that it can be charged by gathering as a fisher.

5.3:
– [2.x][4.x][5.x] New aquarium fish have been added.
– [2.x] The Auto Sneak trait for Disciples of the Land has been adjusted.
Before: Automatically activates Sneak upon changing your class to miner/botanist/fisher.
After: Automatically activates Sneak upon changing your class to miner/botanist/fisher. Effect is also automatically activated upon changing areas.
– [5.x] New fish have been added.
– [2.x] The following adjustments have been made to ocean fishing:
– Points earned for fish you have reeled in will now be displayed
* When reeling in a high-quality fish or multiple fish using Double Hook, a composite score will be displayed.
– Fish that award bonus points will now be indicated with a special icon.
– [2.x][4.x][5.x] The requirements for catching certain fish with special conditions have been added to the Fishing Log.
* The conditions for catching these fish have not been changed.
– Bug fix: An issue in Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks wherein players could use the fisher action Cast at locations not designated as fishing holes.

5.31:
– 5.31 Diadem fish included in the “New Items” list.

5.35:
– [5.x] A new Skysteel tool quest has been added.
Fisher: After completing the quest “In Everyone’s Best Interests,” players will be able to purchase the signature skyball, a special bait used to catch fish required to upgrade your Skysteel tool from specified fishing locations.
* Skysteel tools must be equipped when catching the required fish.
* The signature skyball can be purchased from Denys in the Skysteel Manufactory (X:8.0 Y:10.0).
– [5.x] New fish have been added.

5.4:
– [2.x][4.x][5.x] New aquarium fish have been added.
– [2.x][4.x][5.x] The following adjustments were made to Disciple of the Land actions:
Fish Eyes:
The effects of this action have been changed. Rather than targeting specific fish in a given area, this action now ignores the time requirement of fish for the duration of its effect.
* This action has no effect on legendary fish, fish found when ocean fishing, or any fish introduced from Stormblood onward.
MP cost has been increased from 350 to 550.
Now has an effect duration of 60 seconds.
In accordance with the changes made to Fish Eyes, the following adjustments have also been made:
Fish that could only be caught while using Fish Eyes no longer require that action to be found.
In light of this change, the probability of certain fish appearing and the chance they can be caught will be adjusted to ensure no fish are overly difficult to catch.
The bait required to catch Fossiltongue has been changed from Granite Crab to Magma Worm.
The bait required to catch Capelin has been changed from Purse Web Spider to Stonefly Nymph.
– [2.x] The appearance of gathering points and teeming waters on the minimap have been adjusted to indicate elevation.
– [2.x] When fishing, warning messages will now be displayed before fish are fully aware of your presence.
– [2.x][4.x][5.x] The following additions and adjustments have been made to the Fishing Log:
– The requirements for catching certain fish with special conditions have been added to the Fishing Log.
* The conditions for catching these fish have not been changed.
– Information for swimming shadows has been added to the Fishing Log.
* Fishing spots for these fish discovered prior to the release of Patch 5.4 will be marked as undiscovered. Information for these entries in the Fishing Log, including all previously caught fish, will display again after fishing at these locations.
– [2.x][5.x] New fishing holes have been added.
– [2.x] The following additions and adjustments have been made to ocean fishing:
– New routes have been added.
– New bonuses have been added.
– Missions have been added for ocean fishing.
Upon boarding the ship, players will receive three missions from the captain. To complete a mission, a player must catch the required number of designated fish, with bonus points being added to a player’s score at the end of the voyage based on the number of missions completed.
– Players who abandon ocean fishing prior to completion cannot embark on another voyage until registration re-opens.
* However, players are not prohibited from registering for other duties.
– The requirement for bonuses received for catching ten types of fish or more at a single destination will now be adjusted based on the number of participants.
A party of eight or more players requires ten types of fish or more, a party of seven players requires nine types of fish or more, and a party of six or fewer players requires eight types of fish or more.
– In the event you do not experience spectral current weather at a fishing location, the chance of encountering a spectral current is increased at your next destination.
– In the event a spectral current does not appear at a destination, or a spectral current appears shortly before traveling to a new destination, the next spectral current to appear will have an increased duration.
– The number of fish caught using Double Hook when fishing for silencer or Bartholomew the Chopper has been increased.

5.41:
– 5.41 Diadem fish included in the “New Items” list.

5.45:
– [5.x] A new Skysteel tool quest has been added.
Fisher: After completing the quest “Oddness in the End,” players will be able to use Signature Skyballs to catch fish required to upgrade your Skysteel tool from specified fishing locations.
* Skysteel tools must be equipped when catching the required fish.
* Signature Skyballs can be purchased from Denys in the Brume (X:8.0 Y:10.0).
– [5.x] New fish have been added.
– Bug fix: An issue wherein the graphics of certain fish did not display correctly in aquariums.

5.5:
– [2.x][5.x] New aquarium fish have been added.
– [2.x][4.x][5.x] The fisher action Release List has been added.
This new action further streamlines the process of automatically releasing fish when caught.
Using this action will not only display a list of all fish set to be automatically released when caught, but also all fish available in the fishing hole, provided they have been registered in the Fish Guide.
* This action has no effect on fish that have yet to be logged in the Fish Guide.
* This action cannot be used at a fishing hole where none of the fish have been registered in the Fish Guide.
Following the addition of this action, certain fish that cannot be registered in the Fish Guide, such as those only available during quests, can no longer be released when fishing.
– [2.x][4.x][5.x] New fish have been added.
– [2.x] Dolphins and seagulls will now appear when ocean fishing.
Encountering a pod of dolphins and seagulls will grant beneficial effects to those aboard the ship.
When encountering dolphins:
Cetaceous Speed: GP regeneration rate is increased.
Auroral Flipper: Chance of triggering a spectral current is increased.
When encountering seagulls:
Gullstorm: Chance of landing an HQ catch while fishing is increased.
– Bug fix: An issue when fishing wherein, under certain conditions, the actions Identical Cast and Surface Slap could be used when it should not have been possible.
– Bug fix: An issue wherein the graphics of the Raimdellopterus and Samurai Fish angler’s prints did not display correctly.

5.55:
– [5.x] The graphical effects for the fisher primary tool Resplendent Tacklefiend’s Rod have been adjusted.
– [5.x] New big fish have been added to fishing holes in Norvrandt areas.