Skills
Skills[edit]
Skills are courses on different subject matters that improve your fishing abilities; they are cumulative (they are all added together and change your statistics cumulatively), so the more skills you acquire the better your overall catching ability becomes. Roperia and Farovia both have their own skills and each island in either region has its own Supply Store, so you may need to travel to different islands to acquire particular skills.
NOTES:
- There is no course text to read after 'learning' a skill. You simply unlock new fish and improve your chances of catching rare breeds.
- If one plays on the Fish Wrangler website, all Skill Point values will have a 2% boost (as well as a 2% boost to Strength).
- A breakdown of what fish are unlocked with each skill can be found in the Pole / Skill Matrix.
Farovia[edit]
Fishing 101[edit]
Description: An introductory tutorial taught by deckmates and deckhands. While the value of the lecture is questionable, you will receive a substandard overview of fish and cleaning products.
Cost: 150 Gold
Min Farovian Points: N/A
Catch Prerequisites: N/A
Skill Points: +26
This course is available to take at the WaterPort store.
NOTE: By default, you have this skill when you begin the game.
Introduction to Chumming[edit]
Description: This course teaches you the basic fundamentals of chumming. You will learn how and where to use your chum dependent on the day and location. Taking this course will increase the chance of activity near your line.
Cost: 2,950 Gold
Min Farovian Points: 2,000
Catch Prerequisites: 7 Miny Fish, 4 Cubey Fish
Skill Points: +31
This course is available to take at the WaterPort / Fishertonville stores in the Farovian Sea.
Skill Unlocks: Mime Fish, Miss Miny Fish, Vampire Fish, $25 Red Lust Prize Fish and the Fancy Rifle-Pole!
Art of Night Fishing[edit]
Description: Completing this skill unlocks the Night Fishing feature! Many wranglers miss catches because of poorly timed hooks at night. This lesson teaches you the basics of setting the hook and reeling the line in poorly-lit conditions.
Cost: 3,000 Gold
Min Farovian Points: 17,000
Catch Prerequisites: 2 Emo Fish, 1 Hippie Fish
Skill Points: +234
This course is available to take at the WaterPort / Fishertonville stores in the Farovian Sea.
Skill Unlocks: Fiesta Fish, Pioneer Fish and many others above level 50!
Habitats of Large Fish[edit]
Description: It takes a high-skilled wrangler to understand this lesson. You will learn the intricacies of wrangling some of the largest fish of Farovia. This course explains different reeling, chumming and timing techniques that are required to catch these rare fish.
Cost: 30,000 Gold
Min Farovian Points: 65,000
Catch Prerequisites: 18 Coconut Fish, 4 Hate Fish
Skill Points: +130
This course is available to take at the WaterPort / Fishertonville stores in the Farovian Sea.
Skill Unlocks: Grim Fish and several Necro-Pole Quests fish!
NOTE: Skill prerequisites were updated on 16 October 2010 by changing the required Fiesta fish to the newly-released Coconut fish.
Mastering Shark Wrangling[edit]
Description: Many consider shark wrangling to be the most difficult task as a professional Wrangler. This course provides details on each shark, including the different personalities and tendencies of the specific breeds. Only the most elite wranglers will have the opportunity to learn all the secrets behind the sharks that roam the waters of Farovia.
Cost: 100,000 Gold
Min Farovian Points: 200,000
Catch Prerequisites: 25 Tiger Shark Fish, 3 Grim Fish
Skill Points: +463
This course is available to take at the Blue Crescent store in the Farovian Sea.
Secrets of Farovia[edit]
Description: This course takes a different spin and teaches all of Farovia's inside secrets. After completing this course, you will eventually be able to meet the Ancient Mariner who holds a secret scroll.
Cost: 200,000 Gold
Min Farovian Points: 450,000
Catch Prerequisites: 200 Tiger Shark Fish, 30 Red Diablo Shark Fish
Skill Points: +648
This course is available to take at the Blue Crescent store in the Farovian Sea.
NOTE: This course unlocks the Sans Culpra Quest.
Scuba Fishing License[edit]
Description: Wranglers will receive their Scuba Fishing Certification once they complete this difficult and time consuming process. Unlike all other courses that are simply "theory" based, the Scuba Fishing Certification mandates every wrangler to have a minimum attempts at scuba fishing before receiving the certification. While preparing for the certification, you are allowed to scuba fish up to fifteen times a day. Once receiving your certificate, you will be able to scuba fish without restrictions.
Cost: 250,000 Gold
Min Farovian Points: 700,000
Catch Prerequisites: 200 Dives (original requirement; now seems to unlock with 64 dives from user experience)
Skill Points: +648
This course is available to take at Earl's house in WaterPort in the Farovian Sea.
NOTES:
- Until you receive your license, you do not get any deckhand checks and cannot night fish at Sans Culpra. In addition, you run the risk of being caught by the Farovian Coast Guard if you fish more than 30 times.
- In addition to the usual benefits of using Red Love Chum, each cast using RLC will count as four dives towards your license.
Monster Wrangling[edit]
Description: Besides being ancient in age, the fish of the Geminisles are quite larger than breeds seen in Farovia and require specific wrangling techniques. The “Monster Wrangling” course is instructed by leading scientists who will share the history of the islands, the science behind the Alcatraz, and the secret to catching the Toby Richards Fish.
Cost: 150,000 Gold
Min Farovian Points: 1,200,000
Catch Prerequisites: N/A
Skill Points: +610
This course is available to take at
Skill Unlocks: The Poseidon's Ring in the Geminisles.
Sub-Zero Survival Training[edit]
Description: Wranglers will receive critical information that relates to their survival in the frigid temperatures and rough conditions of Icelantica. The course also focuses on the behavior of polar bears and the usage of Icelantica's Sub-Zero tents.
Cost: 475,000 Gold
Min Farovian Points: 6,000,000
Catch Prerequisites: N/A
Skill Points: +580
This course is available to take at the Glacier Bay store in Icelantica.
Truth of Piracy and Rescue[edit]
Description: Pirates and Coast Guards have been battling for years in the secret Parribean region. Prior to entering the dangerous waters, wranglers must take this course to learn about the history of Parribea, fundamentals of piracy, and important rescue techniques that will be used to find the Ancient Mariner.
Cost: 600,000 Gold
Min Farovian Points: 8,000,000
Catch Prerequisites: N/A
Skill Points: +3240
This course is available to take at the Devil's Cove store in Parribea.
Skydiving and Ballooning Certificate[edit]
Description: Get trained on parachutes and parachute safety before you really take to the skies! Plus, learn to fly high in your beautiful balloon! Catch the required high flying fish to be eligible for this certification.
Cost: 300,000 Gold
Min Farovian Points: 1,000,000+
Catch Prerequisites: Unlock Chapter #3 of The Story of Monsoon Lagoon by catching 5 flying fish: Glider Fish, Flyin Fish, Spotted Eagle Ray Fish, or Blackhawk Ray Fish.
Skill Points: +1055
This course is available to take at the WaterPort, Fishertonville, Blue Crescent, Sans Culpra or Monsoon Lagoon stores in the Farovian Sea.
NOTE: The easiest fish to catch for the prerequisites would be the Blackhawk Ray Fish which is Numerous in Sans Culpra
Basic Space Flight[edit]
Description: After recovering 25 high flying fish with the Dirigible Pole, you’ll be eligible for basic space flight certification!
Cost: 350,000 Gold
Min Farovian Points: 2,000,000+
Catch Prerequisites: Recover 25 more high flying fish
Skill Points: +1755 (FW.com boost = 1785)
This course is available to take at the WaterPort, Fishertonville, Blue Crescent, Sans Culpra or Monsoon Lagoon stores in the Farovian Sea.
NOTE: These high flying fish are available to be caught after you have finished the Final Dirigible quest known as the Legendary Test that is part of Chapter #4 of The Story of Monsoon Lagoon in which you will need a level 100 pole (level 98 with Red/Free Love Chum) in order to catch the last fish.
Stealth Skills[edit]
Silent Secrecy[edit]
Description: Earl teaches you the details of secretly fishing in private waters at dusk, for a hefty fee of course.
Cost: 10,000,000 initially, dropped by 20,000 per hour down to an eventual 20,000. Gold
Min Farovian Points: N/A
Catch Prerequisites: N/A
Skill Points: +N/A
This course is available to take at Earl's house in WaterPort in the Farovian Sea.
NOTE: You must visit Earl and answer his questions correctly (see Unlocking Waterpier)
Roperia[edit]
Filtration 101[edit]
Description: This introductory course focuses on the following problems of Santa Francesca: air pollution, water quality, and waste management. Led by Deckhand Deb, wranglers will learn the necessary steps to clean up the environment of Roperia.
Cost: 150 Silver
Catch Prerequisites: N/A
Skill Points: +?
This course is available to take at the Santa Francesca store.
You are given this skill for free when you first shuttle to Roperia.
Art of Mysticism[edit]
Description: This enlightening lecture opens the door to the spiritual world of New Seinborough – where wranglers will use Lightning Rods & Revelation Rods to catch magical fish breeds. The "Art of Mysticism" explains several fairy-tales and mythologies that will become important in this new region.
Cost: 5,000 Silver
Catch Prerequisites: 1 Whacker Eel Fish
Skill Points: +?
This course is available to take at the Santa Francesca store.
Intro to Reef Cleaning[edit]
Description: Wranglers will learn about the history of Redwood Crescent and the biology of coral in the "Intro to Reef" tutorial. There are several ways to restore coral reef, and the Deckhands will demonstrate these important cleaning methods.
Cost: 25,000 Silver
Catch Prerequisites: 1 Locust Fish
Skill Points: +?
This course is available to take at the New Seinborough store.
Mastering Nuclear Physics[edit]
Description: The scientific class introduces important themes of "Area 51", such as asteroids, aliens, and nuclear radiation. Wranglers will be able to purchase the Radiation suit after taking this course.
Cost: 50,000 Silver
Catch Prerequisites: 1 X510 Fish
Skill Points: +?
This course is available to take at the Redwood Crescent store.
This skill unlocks in Redwood Crescent.
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Description: Become acquainted with Kingsland Confluence by taking the "Clockwise Navigation" course, taught by local Deckhand Shelia. Wranglers will gain access to the land Downunder after completing the interesting seminar.
Cost: 35,000 Silver
Catch Prerequisites: N/A
Skill Points: +?
This course is available to take at the Redwood Crescent store.
This skill unlocks after getting Franken's Hot Dog from the Frankeness Monster.
Mythology of Roperia[edit]
Description: Roperia's ancient secrets are unveiled in this course! After discovering the region’s close connection to Greek mythology, wranglers will be ready to explore the underwater region of Helvetica.
Cost: 100,000 Silver
Catch Prerequisites: 1 Rancor Fish
Skill Points: +?
This course is available to take at the Asteroid Reef store.
This skill unlocks in Asteroid Reef.
Basic Marksmanship[edit]
Description: Wranglers must take the Basic Marksmanship seminar in order to enter Roperia's Naval Testing Center - Mount Promontory. Deckhand Deb will demonstrate her precise accuracy and special technique in this seminar!
Cost: 5,000 Silver
Catch Prerequisites: 1 Spite Fish
Skill Points: +?
This course is available to take at the Perilimeter store.
Sacrifice Survival[edit]
Description: Upon stepping foot in Nizon River, wranglers will quickly realize that sacrifices must be made in order to survive in this harsh Zyrbelian region. Wranglers will learn about survival fundamentals, ancient civilizations, and tribal techniques during the "Sacrifice Survival" course.
Cost: 100,000 Silver
Catch Prerequisites: N/A
Skill Points: +?
This course is available to take at the Kingsland Confluence store.
This skill unlocks in Mosquito Run.
Cartography and Exploration[edit]
Description: Ever dreamed of exploring the river like Lewis and Clark? Make your fantasy a reality by taking the Cartography and Exploration course! Get ready for an unforgettable river expedition!
Cost: 200,000 Silver
Catch Prerequisites: N/A
Skill Points: +?
This course is available to take at the Kingsland Confluence store.
This skill unlocks in Coral Corral.
Handling Rejection[edit]
Description: Most wranglers are unprepared for the locals of Declination River, who have suffered through countless years of negativity, humiliation, and banishment. Learn the psychological fundamentals and societal implications of rejection prior to entering the area!
Cost: 300,000 Silver
Catch Prerequisites: N/A
Skill Points: +?
This course is available to take at the Kingsland Confluence store.
This skill unlocks in Jettison Jetty.
Diet Control & Nutrition[edit]
Description: Deckhand Deb is back to teach about diet! Wranglers will be overwhelmed with all the amazing food and drink options in Terranea - Pizza...Meatballs...Mostaccioli...Spamoni, oh my! To avoid becoming like the Ghiottone, here's a course on the Terranea diet!
Cost: 200,000 per try Silver
Catch Prerequisites: Ibizarene Fish
Skill Points: +N/A
This course is available to take at Illa de Porta / Aunt Chovy's Snack Shack
This skill unlocks in Illa de Porta. After catching the Ibizarene Fish with a level 35 pole, go to Aunt Chovy's Snack Shack and Take the Quiz, which involves identifying Fish in Illa de Porta based on their descriptions. The quiz is multiple choice and you only pay when you submit your answers. It will cost you 200k silver per try. If you get all the answers right, you will get the skill, otherwise you will have to wait a few minutes before being able to try again.[1]
Legendary Secrets[edit]
Description: After handing in the Tomb Raided Collection to Aunt Chovy, I received another urgent message from her. I hoped it wasn't about my diet - I swear I hadn't been midnight snacking on tiramisu! She informed me that I’m ready for my History test on the region... if I pass, Aunt Chovy will unlock the Le Pecheur, Fiamma, and Gillamonte who will show me the way to the Secret Serpent Swamp!
Cost: 250,000 per try Silver
Catch Prerequisites: N/A, turn in Tomb Raided Collection
Skill Points: +N/A
This course is available to take at Tomba de Legenda
This skill unlocks in Tomba de Legenda. You need to turn in the Tomb Raided Collection first. You can then take the quiz, which is multiple choice and you only pay when you submit your answers. It will cost you 250k silver per try. If you get all the answers right, you will get the skill, otherwise you will have to wait a few minutes before being able to try again. Afterwards, you can unlock the highest add-ons Le Pecheur and Fiamma. This skill was made available on June 10, 2022, but the add-ons will not be released until July.