Burnin' Bert

Enchanted Island is home to the dangerous Burnin' Bert...

Burnin' Bert sporadically visits wranglers fishing in Enchanted Island, especially those who are fishing with a Spirit Staff

The encounter

When making a cast and he approaches, you will see a message like this:

Burnin' Bert is nearby...

Enchanted Forest is home to Burnin' Bert.

(second message now replaced by Other encounter messages below)

Select an option!

• Stay calm and don't move.
• Take off and run.
• Offer my next few catches. (depends on the Burnin' Bert's hunger)
• Attack with your Spirit Staff! (works best with a level 57+ Spirit Staff)

The last option changes depending on which pole you are currently using.

Other encounter messages

• Apparently, Burnin' Bert and Enchanted Island go hand in hand... just like bad luck and me.
• Burnin' Bert showing up in Enchanted Island? Well, there goes my relaxing day.
• Enchanted Island: Come for the peace and quiet, stay because Burnin' Bert won’t let you leave.
• Enchanted Island is where Burnin' Bert lives, and apparently, where my luck goes to die.
• I could have gone anywhere, and I chose Enchanted Island... where Burnin' Bert is. Good job, me.
• I didn’t come to Enchanted Island expecting to run into Burnin' Bert, but here we are. Again.

Outcomes

Wranglers can gain or lose silver depending on the option chosen, pole level and chance at gaining collectible items. Examples of possible outcomes for choosing each option are provided below:

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The collectable items that can be gained from Burnin' Bert can be found below or here:

Option 1: stay calm and don't move

Status:

• “The flames around Burnin' Bert flicker as he eyes me with caution. The heat is rising...” (refresh!)

Outcomes:

• "Yes! Burnin' Bert’s flames die down, and he grudgingly lets me pass. Gained 408 silver from the Burnin' Bert! Found the Candle Soul Seed!"
• "Yes! Burnin' Bert’s flames die down, and he grudgingly lets me pass. Gained 396 silver from the Burnin' Bert! Failed to get Candle Soul Seed!"
• "No! Burnin' Bert unleashes a fiery blast, and I’m forced to retreat! Took 3,985 silver from me."

Option 2: run away

Status:

• “Burnin' Bert’s fiery form flickers as I inch away, trying not to catch his attention.” (refresh!)

interim message:

• “I make a run for it as Burnin' Bert prepares to unleash a wave of flames!” (refresh!)

Outcomes:

• “Yes! I manage to slip away unnoticed, the flames fading behind me. Gained 442 silver from the Burnin' Bert! Found the Candle Mask!”
• “Yes! I manage to slip away unnoticed, the flames fading behind me. Gained 443 silver from the Burnin' Bert! Failed to get Candle Mask!”
• No! Burnin' Bert spots me and sends a fireball right my way! I barely escape! Took 4,429 silver from me. (You will be sent back to Santa Francesca.)

Option 3: offer catches

Status:

• “Burnin' Bert narrows his eyes as I offer my next catch. The flames flicker in his gaze.” (refresh!)

• “I hold out my catch, hoping it’s enough to cool Burnin' Bert’s fiery temper.” (refresh!)

Outcomes:

• “Burnin' Bert accepts my offering and his flames subside. I’m safe for now. Gained 1,012 silver from the Burnin' Bert! Failed to get Candle Staff!”
• “Burnin' Bert accepts my offering and his flames subside. I’m safe for now. Gained 995 silver from the Burnin' Bert! Found the Candle Staff!”
• "Burnin' Bert said no. Honestly, I didn’t even want to ask. So this works for me."
• "Burnin' Bert said no without blinking. That's a level of confidence I wish I had."
• "Burnin' Bert said no to my fish. I guess they have standards. Can't relate."

Note: Burnin' Bert will take your next 1-3 catches (excluding crew and captain trips). You will not receive points, silver, or pole experience for these catches. You will receive quest credit for the fish if otherwise applicable. Other encounters in Farovia/Roperia will accept catches on behalf of Burnin' Bert if you travel away.

Other wait for catch messages

While Burnin' Bert is awaiting your next catch, you will see messages such as:

• “A little wax never hurt anyone... right?”
• “Careful, sweetheart. Once you play with fire, you tend to get burned.”
• “Careful, Wranglers... once you're burned, there's no going back.”
• “Catch a fish or I'll melt your chances of surviving this night.”
• “*Crackle* The darker the night, the stronger my light.”
• “Don't mind me, just basking in my own glow... and burning a few things while I’m at it.”
• “Don't mind the flames; they're just for decoration... mostly.”
• “Don’t worry, the flames are mostly for show. Mostly.”
• “Flicker... flicker... Oh, it's you. Didn't see you there.”
• “Go ahead, Wrangle away. Just don’t blow out the fun.”
• “Here to wrangle some fish? Or just looking to watch me burn ya?”
• “I could burn the whole place down, but then where would you fish? Decisions, decisions.”
• “If I go out, so does the party. No pressure.”
• “If I wasn’t here, this whole place would be in the dark. You’re welcome.”
• “I’m basically a giant candle. You should be thanking me for the ambiance.”
• “I’m hotter than the sun... but, you already knew that.”
• “I’m the hottest thing on this island—literally and figuratively.”
• “I’m the star of this show, and you’re just here for the warm-up.”
• “Is it hot in here, or is it just me? (Spoiler: It’s me.)”
• “I’ve been burning brighter for centuries. You think you’re the first Wrangler to try this?”
• “I’ve burned bridges, hopes, and a few too many marshmallows in my day.”
• “Light your path or burn it down. Either works for me.”
• “Look at me. I light up the entire island. What have you done lately?”
• “This isn't just wax... it's centuries of forgotten souls.”
• “Try to outshine me? Ha! I’ll melt your hopes before you even start.”
• “Without me, this place would be as cold as your chances of catching anything.”
• “Wrangle all you want. We both know I'm the real attraction here.”
• “You can’t ignore me. I’m literally impossible to miss. Go on, try.”
• “You look like someone who enjoys toasting marshmallows..”

Option 4: fight back

• "I'm eyeing down the sassy Burnin' Bert with my Spirit Staff!" (refresh!)

Successful fight:

• Gained 455 silver from the Burnin' Bert!

Burnin' Bert Collectable Set

Burnin' Bert's collection

Collectables are a "glory award" / "achievement award" that wranglers can show off. There are a set of collectibles related to Burnin' Bert, which vary in rarity

Candle Staff
That stick? Nah, I once used one o' them to light my pipe. Hot as hell, nearly burned my beard off!

Randomly gained after choosing "Offer catches" and having Bert accept it

Candle Soul Seed
Passed from one elder to the next, this seed can reignite the flames of forgotten memories if handled correctly.

Randomly gained after choosing "Stay calm and don't move" and successfully hiding from Burnin' Bert

Candle Mask
Put that mask on and you'll feel like yer face is melting, but that's just the ol' spirits playin' tricks on ya!"

Randomly gained after choosing "Run away" and successfully evading Burnin' Bert

Turning in the Burnin' Bert Collection will yield 3 Large Ice Cubes, 8 Deckhand Vouchers, and unlocks the Chef the Chopper Fish.

Tips

If you want to encounter Burnin' Bert instead of the others in this area, fish with the Spirit Staff.

Burnin' Bert is linked to the other encounters in terms of how often he appears. If you have interacted with others and already chose an option, you should be free from encountering Burnin' Bert for about two hours. he will collect the silver and points if you offered catches from another encounter.