В этом руководстве, I’ll explain all about fishing in Bilkins’ глупость. I’ll cover how to unlock it, where to get different baits, where to find each fish, and how to catch them.
Пожалуйста, обрати внимание: This guide has a few hints about the game’s story, mainly the names of places. I tried to arrange my pictures so they don’t give away other stuff, like the locations of hidden treasures.
How to Unlock Fishing
Fishing becomes available in the game when you reach a special story quest on Crabb Island named “A Fishy Affair.” В этом квесте, your job is to catch a fish and give it to Gail Tootenboot, who is the blonde lady fishing at the dock. She needs this fish to join your crew.
Изначально, you won’t have any fishing gear because you were shipwrecked. Однако, Gail is kind enough to lend you what you need. You can find her tent to the left of the dock, и там, you can get a fishing pole and a couple of worms to start your fishing adventure.
Fishing Basics
In Bilkins’ глупость, everything feels like a puzzle, and fishing is no different. When you go fishing, you’ll see a special screen.
С левой стороны, there’s a grid, and to move around in it, you’ll use the tiles on the right side. You drag those tiles from the middle box down to the bottom box. After you hit the Play button, your hook starts from the X, and it moves according to the directions shown by the tiles in the bottom box.
Например, if you use a right-angle tile, your hook will go up one square and then right one square. If you use it twice, it repeats this movement, taking you Up > Верно > Вверх > Верно.
Here are some important things to remember:
- The tiles you can choose depend on the bait you’re using. You can find a full list in the next section.
- You can use the same movement tile as many times as you want, but you have a limit on the total number of tiles you can use to reach your destination. The maximum is 20 in empty waters, but fish will only give you between 5 и 15 шансы.
- You must make sure your hook lands exactly where the fish is sitting to catch it, not just pass through the same square as the fish while following a tile’s path.
- If you don’t reach the fish with your chosen movement tiles, you’ll lose your bait. The only exception is the baitless hook, which can be used as many times as you want without any consequences.
Inside the grid, you’ll see the ocean floor with different objects and, if you cast your line in the right spot, a fish somewhere in there. You can’t just cast your line anywhere you see water; you need to find where the fish is hiding.
When you’re out fishing, you can spot nearby fish when you see little round ripples on the water. These ripples don’t show up all the time, so keep your eyes peeled!
Сейчас, let’s talk about the things you’ll find underwater:
Скалы: If you use a movement tile that would send your hook into a rock, you’ll bump into it and then continue in the next open space your tile allows. Например, with the right-angle tile we mentioned earlier, if there’s a rock directly above your hook, you’ll bump into it before moving to the right. This leaves you one space to the right of your starting point instead of one up and to the right.
водоросли: If your movement leads you into seaweed, you’ll get caught in it, and your hook’s movement will stop. Using the same right-angle tile example, if there’s seaweed directly above your hook, you’ll land in it and stop moving, leaving you one space up instead of one up and to the right. You can use another movement tile after this to get out of the seaweed and continue your hook’s movement as usual.
Tiny Fish: These may seem like your target, but they’re the trickiest underwater obstacle. They stop your movement like seaweed, but they also halt all future movement attempts, ending your fishing attempt and causing you to lose your bait. Avoid them at all costs.
I know this can be a bit confusing when explained through text, so if you plan to do more than just follow my solutions for these fishing puzzles, my advice is to cast your line somewhere, select the hook as your bait, and experiment to see how everything behaves. It’s a great way to learn!
Fantastic Baits and Where to Find Them
There are ten different baits you can find on the Isles, and using the right one is essential for catching different fish. Each bait comes with a unique set of movement tiles that affect where and how far your hook can go.
Вы можете выдержать до 9 of each bait, but you’ll need to buy a Bug Net from a shop to catch them.
Here are the baits and how to get them:
Baitless Hook: This is your default bait, and you have it as soon as you get your fishing pole. You can use it as much as you want.
Черви: You get a few worms for free when you first get your fishing pole. To find more, dig in lighter-colored grass, like the kind on Crabb Island. When you see one pop out, stop digging and quickly catch it with your net.
Dragonflies: You can find dragonflies flying around the outskirts of town on the southwest side of Leeky Harbor.
Личинки: Look for grubs by digging in darker-colored grass, often near the swamps on Remy’s Lott. Just like with worms, dig until one pops out, then cancel the dig and catch them with your net.
Ticks: Swing your bug net at the sheep on Crabb Island and Remy’s Lott to find ticks. Не волнуйся; it’s not harmful to them.
Crumbs: Use your bug net on loaves of bread. You can find one in the kitchen of Winston’s Shack and inside the Governor’s mansion in Leeky Harbor.
Пиявки: Take Drayton with you into the swamps on Remy’s Lott. A few seconds after he steps back on solid ground, he’ll shake off a couple of leeches you can catch with your net.
Моллюски: Search the shorelines for little black and red objects in the sand. You’ll find plenty on Lonely Palm Island.
Пауки: Spiders can be found in hidden caves throughout the Isles. One early-game location is behind a bomb-able wall in Cynthia’s hideout below the Crabb Island lighthouse.
Кузнечики: These can be found hopping around on the southeast side of Remy’s Lott.
In-Game Bonus Hints
In Bilkins’ глупость, you can find hints about the location and bait preference of every fish in a book called “Fishy Adventures” by Gail Tootenboot. Во время “A Fishy Affair” квест, you can find this book near Gail’s tent. After she joins your crew, it’s on the lower deck of your ship next to Gail.
When you’re docked at one of the major islands, reading this book provides hints for catching fish specific to that area. Однако, the book only covers the current island, so if you want hints for fish on previously visited islands, you’ll need to sail back to that island and then return to your boat to refresh the book.
Для вашего удобства, I’ve transcribed and compiled all of Gail’s writings here, so you don’t have to go back and forth every time you need to check something. Unless you’re really stuck, it’s a good idea to refer to this section for help before checking the puzzle solutions at the end of this guide.
Приманки
Before you start fishing, it’s crucial to have the right bait. Even if you have the most basic fishing rod, it won’t matter if the bait you use makes the fish swim away. Так, choosing the right bait is essential for a successful catch!
CRABB ISLAND
On Crabb Island, you’ll find some prized fish that every angler should be on the lookout for. This island has calm and sparsely populated waters, making it an excellent place for fishing.
- The Spotted Catfish: These curious bottom-feeders prefer quiet and sheltered waters, so try targeting the bays around Crabb Island. The good news is they’re not too picky when it comes to bait, but they seem to have a liking for worms.
- Porcupinefish: The tropical porcupinefish in this area are known for puffing up as a defense mechanism, so be careful when handling them. You can spot them in the waters near the lighthouse, often alongside the prickly person guarding that section of the coast. Интересно, porcupine fish will bite at a bare hook, maybe due to their barbed nature.
- Greasy Lungfish: Although not the most appetizing catch, if you’re an angler looking to complete your collection of tropical fish, you’ll need to add this slippery eel-like creature to your list. While they aren’t commonly seen in Crabb Island’s waters, locals suggest you might spot them on Lonely Palm Island, particularly near the ruins. The lungfish isn’t picky about its meal, much like the adventurous soul who decides to try one.
REMY’S LOTT
Remy’s Lott may have a reputation for its quirky inhabitants, but it’s also a great place for fishing if you’re willing to explore.
- Рыба-ангел: The only angel you’ll find on Remy’s Lott is this sneaky little fish. It likes to hang out near rocky shores, so there are limited spots to find it. To catch an angelfish, using ticks as bait is recommended.
- Banjofish: Несмотря на свое название, you won’t find this fish by making a lot of noise. Вместо, look around shallow marshes and swampy areas. The banjofish enjoys these locations, even if they smell a bit. For bait, try using breadcrumbs.
- Peacock Flounder: This is a tasty fish, but it’s a bit of a trek from town. Keen anglers can find the peacock flounder on the eastern side of the island. Casting your line from the jetty is a good strategy. Когда дело доходит до приманки, it seems that flounder and clams work well.
- Stripey Tomdrum: You’ll need a boat for this one. There’s talk of a small island just east of Remy’s Lott that shelters the stripey tomdrum. While I haven’t tried catching one myself, I’ve heard that they are attracted to leeches.
LEEKY HARBOR
Leeky Harbor is one of the largest ports in the region and the home of the Leeky Harbor Big Catch Tournament, which I’ve won multiple times. It’s a great place to connect with fellow fishing enthusiasts, and I encourage all keen fisherfolk to join the annual Big Catch tournament. I’d love to have some worthy competition!
When it comes to fishing on the island, while it’s good fun, I’d advise against eating anything that comes out of the water unless you’re aiming to lose weight quickly.
- Sour Tang: For this fish, try this riddle: Stand by the doorway, venture out to the deep waters, and cast your line to the south. Ой, and don’t forget to bring some spiders with you. Hope you don’t mind a little extra company (хи-хи).
- Four-Eyed Butterflyfish: What’s better than two eyes, верно? This butterflyfish seems to be attracted to the smell of decaying matter. A bit gross, не так ли? But you can catch them on the beach where the smell of the local graveyard wafts through the air. And what do butterflies like best? Dragonflies, конечно!
- Monkeyfish: This cheeky fish enjoys hanging out in the bay west of the town. It’s not hard to find. I’d suggest taking a handful of grubs with you for this fishing adventure.
SHATTERED PEAK
Shattered Peak used to be a fantastic spot for fishing, but I’ve heard that something happened more recently, and the fish no longer gather there. The locals say that a terrible event scared them all away. Let’s hope it’s just a temporary situation.
- Smooth-Face Trunkfish: Before the fish disappeared, you could find them just hanging out in the water and gazing at that massive stone head thing. The one thing that could get their attention was grasshoppers.
Fish Locations and Puzzle Solutions
Если вы зашли так далеко, you’re looking for precise details on where to find each fish, which bait to use, and the moves required to catch them. Location images are cropped to prevent spoilers for nearby puzzles and treasures, so you’ll need to do a bit of exploring to pinpoint the exact spot on the larger map. Удачной рыбалки!
Старый ботинок
- Расположение: Crabb Island
- Приманка: Baitless
- You can find the Old Boot by dropping your line right next to the dock on Crabb Island where you met Gail. Unlike actual fish, this item won’t display an icon on your map after you catch it.
Spotted Catfish
- Расположение: Crabb Island
- Приманка: Черви
- The Spotted Catfish can be found in the bay just south of the Capsized Crab. You can reach it more easily from the two small islands south of the bay.
Porcupinefish
- Расположение: Crabb Island
- Приманка: Черви
- The Porcupinefish can be found in the water west of the lighthouse. You’ll need to go behind the cliff, accessible by walking north from the Capsized Crab, in order to get down there. Альтернативно, you can use the secret doorway unlocked from Cynthia’s hideout. Contrary to Gail’s hint, many players find it easier to catch this one using worms.
Greasy Lungfish
- Расположение: Lonely Palm Island
- Приманка: Baitless
- The Greasy Lungfish can be found in the waters right next to where you dock your boat. It’s a straightforward catch.
King Angelfish
- Расположение: Remy’s Lott
- Приманка: Ticks
- The King Angelfish can be found on the north-westernmost part of Remy’s Lott.
Banjofish
- Расположение: Remy’s Lott
- Приманка: Crumbs
- The Banjofish can be found by fishing in the southern side of the swamp on Remy’s Lott. Since crumbs only have two different move tiles, this is one of the easiest fish to catch.
Peacock Flounder
- Расположение: Remy’s Lott
- Приманка: Моллюски
- The Peacock Flounder can be found by fishing by the pier on the southeast side of Remy’s Lott.
Stripey Tomdrum
- Расположение: Winston’s Shack
- Приманка: Пиявки
- The Stripey Tomdrum can be found in the waters right next to where you dock your boat. Another quick and easy catch.
Sour Tang
- Расположение: Leeky Harbor
- Приманка: Пауки
- The Sour Tang can be found tucked away on a tiny beach on the south side of Leeky Harbor.
Four-Eyed Butterfly Fish
- Расположение: Leeky Harbor
- Приманка: Dragonflies
- The Four-Eyed Butterfly Fish can be found on a small beach north of the graveyard on the east side of Leeky Harbor.
Monkeyfish
- Расположение: Leeky Harbor
- Приманка: Личинки
- The Monkeyfish can be found on the northwest beach of Leeky Harbor.
Smooth-face Trunkfish
- Расположение: Shattered Peak
- Приманка: Кузнечики
- The Smooth-face Trunkfish can be found on the central beach of Shattered Peak. Однако, this fish won’t appear until you complete the quest “Winston’s Writings” and return Tlaloc’s totem to the altar on top of the volcano.
The Leeky Harbor Big Catch Tournament
The Big Catch Tournament in Leeky Harbor is an exciting event you can join once you’ve reached the second half of Act 2. To participate, head to the southeast of your dinghy, marked with a big hook icon on the map. Там, you’ll find the Fishmaster, a rather large individual outside the gated area, who will allow you to join the tournament. Keep in mind that once you begin the tournament, it must be completed without leaving Leeky Harbor and returning.
The Big Catch Tournament involves catching ten tokens scattered around the water in the same way you’d catch fish. Чтобы выиграть, you must successfully catch all ten tokens, which will reward you with a trophy and a new fishing rod. Please note that, due to a bug, the new fishing rod doesn’t currently provide any bonuses, but it is intended to prevent bait loss on an unsuccessful cast and increase the available moves for solving fishing puzzles. This issue will be fixed in a future update.
To begin catching tokens, cast your line into the shallow waters alongside other fisherfolk. You can use any bait you like, and you have a maximum of 20 moves for each attempt. You can make as many attempts as needed as long as you don’t leave Leeky Harbor before catching all the tokens. I found that every single token can be caught using a baitless hook, so that’s the solution provided below. The order in which you collect the tokens doesn’t matter, and the order displayed in the image is just the sequence I happened to catch them in. Many tokens require similar starting moves, но, к сожалению, you’ll have to reset after picking up each token.
Токен 1
Токен 2
Токен 3
Токен 4
Токен 5
Токен 6
Токен 7
Токен 8
Токен 9
Токен 10
Важное замечание: Make sure to complete the Big Catch Tournament before entering Act 3, which triggers when you visit Shattered Peak for the first time. If you enter Act 3 without interacting with the tournament, you won’t be able to go back to it without editing your save file.
What to Do if you Miss the Tournament by Entering Act 3
If you’ve entered Act 3 without participating in the Big Catch Tournament, it’s important to note that the tournament is not required for 100% завершение достижения. Однако, if you’re determined to go back and experience it, there’s a way to temporarily regain access to it by editing your save file. This solution was provided by the head developer on the Bilkins’ Folly Discord, and it worked for me in an earlier build of the game. Однако, it’s crucial to make a backup of your save data before making any changes, as I cannot assist if something goes wrong. Вот как это сделать:
- Shut down the game.
- Locate your save data, which can be found on Windows machines at: С:\Пользователи[ИМЯ ПОЛЬЗОВАТЕЛЯ]\AppData\Local\Bilkins Folly
- Make a backup of the entire “saveData” folder to ensure you can restore it if needed.
- Откройте “авто” folder within the “saveData” папка. Затем, открыть “variablesDictionary.txt” файл.
- Locate the string
"ACT":3
и измените его на"ACT":2"
. - Откройте “руководство” folder within the “saveData” папка, then open the “variablesDictionary.txt” file within that folder. Repeat the same step as before.
- Launch the game and enter and complete the Big Catch Tournament. Do not engage in any other main or side quests while the “ДЕЙСТВОВАТЬ” variable is set to 2.
- Once the tournament is complete, go back to both “variablesDictionary.txt” files and change the “ДЕЙСТВОВАТЬ” variable back from 2 к 3.
Final Notes and Conclusion
If you’ve followed all the solutions correctly, you should now have a total of 11 рыба, 10 Big Catch Tokens, a new trophy and fishing rod, and one very damp old boot. After catching your last fish, Percy mentions that he wants to present them all to Gail, so head back to your boat and talk to her in the lower deck. While this doesn’t appear as an official side quest in your notes, don’t forget to do this. I won’t spoil the exact details, but you’ll be prompted to make a decision regarding the relationship between you and Gail. Once you’ve caught all 11 fish and spoken to Gail, you’ll earn the following achievements:
Fin-tastic Haul
Catch every fish
Marital Bliss
Come to a resolution with Gail
Congratulations on making it this far, and I hope this guide has been helpful in addressing all your fishing-related questions. If there’s anything I missed or if any information here is outdated or incorrect, Пожалуйста, не стесняйтесь сообщить мне. В противном случае, enjoy the rest of your adventure in Bilkins’ глупость! Have a great time exploring the game.
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