Windrose Fishing Guide

If you are looking to take a relaxing break from the pirate life and cast a line into the beautiful waters of Windrose, getting your first fishing rod is a wonderful goal! The game encourages a bit of natural progression before you can unlock it, so here is a friendly, step-by-step guide to help you gather your materials and start fishing.

Step 1: Complete the Coastal Jungle Chapter

Before you can craft your fishing rod, you will want to focus on the main story quests in the starting zone. This journey culminates in an exciting battle with the coastal jungle biome boss. Defeating this boss is the key milestone that unlocks the next major region of the game!

Step 2: Journey into the Foothills

Once the jungle boss is safely defeated, the path to the gorgeous Foothills region will open up to you. This biome is home to a special resource you cannot find in the starting jungle: Hardwood.

Because Windrose features uniquely generated maps for every player, the exact coordinates will vary. However, a great rule of thumb is to explore toward the northern areas of the Foothills and keep an eye out for massive, exceptionally tall trees that stand out from the rest of the forest.

Step 3: Gather Hardwood and Unlock the Recipe

Once you spot these majestic trees, you are just a few steps away from your goal:

• Equip Your Axe: Head up to one of these large trees (just keep a friendly eye out for local wildlife like boars while you work!).
• Chop it Down: Harvest the tree to collect the precious Hardwood.
• Learn the Recipe: The moment the Hardwood enters your inventory, the game will beautifully and automatically unlock the crafting recipe for the fishing rod!

The Ideal Fishing Setup

To help you prepare for a highly successful fishing trip once your rod is crafted, here is a quick reference table for setting up your gear: