In the vibrant world of Genshin Impact, fishing is not just a leisurely activity; it serves as a critical component of gameplay, offering players valuable resources, including weapons. The game features a variety of fishing spots where players can catch numerous fish species, each attracting different types of bait.
Currently, there are seven distinct types of fishing baits available in Genshin Impact. This guide outlines each bait’s name, unlocking method, required ingredients, and the specific fish species attracted by each bait.
Overview of Fishing Baits in Genshin Impact
1. Fruit Paste Bait
Fruit Paste Bait, recognizable by its orange hue, is among the first fishing baits players can craft. To unlock this bait, complete the Exploding Population World Quest, which can be initiated by speaking with Kathyrene in Mondstadt at Adventure Rank 35. Once unlocked, you can create it at any Alchemy table.
Crafting Ingredients: Wheat x 1, Sunsettia x 1
Fish Caught: Medaka, Glaze Medaka, Sweet-Flower Medaka, Aizen Medaka, Dawncatcher, Crystalfish
2. Redrot Bait
Redrot Bait, identified by its red color, can be purchased at the Mondstadt Fishing Association for three Medaka fish. Located on the eastern coast of Mondstadt, it’s a key ingredient for catching a range of fish.
Crafting Ingredients: Foul x 1, Dendrobium x 1
Fish Caught: Lunged Stickleback, Betta, Venomspine Fish, Akai Maou, Snowstrider
3. False Worm Bait
Another bait available from the Mondstadt Fishing Association, False Worm Bait resembles a yellow worm. Like Redrot Bait, it costs three Medaka fish.
Crafting Ingredients: Berry x 1, Slime Condensate x 1
Fish Caught: Brown Shirakodai, Purple Shirakodai, Tea-Colored Shirakodai, Abiding Angelfish, Raimei Angelfish
4. Fake Fly Bait
Similar to False Worm Bait, the Fake Fly Bait can be acquired for three Medaka fish at the Mondstadt Fishing Association. This bait takes the form of a purple fly, appealing to a variety of aquatic life.
Crafting Ingredients: Berry x 1, Slime Condensate x 1
Fish Caught: Divda Ray, Formalo Ray, Golden Koi, Rusty Koi, Pufferfish, Bitter Pufferfish
5. Sugardew Bait
This purple-hued bait can be obtained from the Sumeru Fishing Association, positioned north of Port Ormos, also for three Medaka fish.
Crafting Ingredients: Sumeru Rose x 1, Hara Fruit x 1
Fish Caught: Sunset Cloud Angler, Sandstorm Angler, True Fruit Angler, Peach of the Deep Waves, Halcyon Jade Axe Marlin, Lazurite Axe Marlin, Streaming Axe Marlin
6. Sour Bait
Sour Bait, characterized by its orange color, is available at the Fontaine Fishing Association, northeast of the Court of Fontaine. Like the previous baits, it costs three Medaka fish.
Crafting Ingredients: Wheat x 1, Bulle Fruit x 1
Fish Caught: Rippling Heartfeather Bass, Blazing Heartfeather Bass
7. Flashing Maintenance Mek Bait
This specialized bait allows players to attract various Mek species within Fontaine’s underwater realm. The recipe can be purchased from the Fontaine Fishing Association for three Medaka fish.
Crafting Ingredients: Marcotte x 1, Iron Chunk x 1
Fish Caught: Maintenance Mek – Platinum Collection, Maintenance Mek – Situation Controller, Maintenance Mek – Initial Configuration, Maintenance Mek – Water Body Cleaner