Carp
A common pond fish. Hardy and adaptable, carp have spread to waters around the world.
Where & When to Find Carp
Location
- Mountain Lake
- Secret Woods
- Sewers
Found in the mountain lake and other still waters year-round.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 15
Very EasyPerfect for beginners
Mixed Behavior
Unpredictable movement that alternates between different patterns. Requires adaptability.
Tip: Stay centered and react to changes. Don't commit too heavily to one direction.
Expert Tips for Carp
The easiest fish in the game! Perfect for absolute beginners or when you need a guaranteed catch.
Recommended Tackle
Spinner
Faster bite rate
Best for: Farming XP quickly
Barbed Hook
Clinging to fish
Best for: Smooth/mixed behavior fish
Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.
Sell Prices by Quality
| Quality | Price |
|---|---|
| Normal | 30g |
| Silver | 37g |
| Gold | 45g |
| Iridium | 60g |
Smoked Fish Value
The Fish Smoker uses 1 Coal and doubles the fish sell price while preserving quality. Fisher or Angler changes the fish value first; Artisan then increases the smoked product.
| Input Quality | Fish Value | Smoked Value |
|---|---|---|
| Normal | 30g | 60g |
| Silver | 37g | 74g |
| Gold | 45g | 90g |
| Iridium | 60g | 120g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Carp
- Fish pond
- Sashimi
- Very easy catch
Did You Know?
Carp are one of the most widely introduced fish species globally and can live over 40 years.