Midnight Carp
A nocturnal carp that only surfaces at night. Its dark coloring helps it hide from predators.
Where & When to Find Midnight Carp
Location
- Mountain Lake
- Ginger Island
Found in the mountain lake and Ginger Island ponds at night.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 55
MediumModerate challenge
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 Midnight Carp
Night fishing required. Fall/Winter only in the main valley, but year-round at night on Ginger Island.
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 | 150g |
| Silver | 187g |
| Gold | 225g |
| Iridium | 300g |
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 | 150g | 300g |
| Silver | 187g | 374g |
| Gold | 225g | 450g |
| Iridium | 300g | 600g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Midnight Carp
- Seafoam Pudding (cooking)
- Fish Pond
Did You Know?
This carp has evolved specialized eyes for seeing in low-light conditions.