How to get "The Catch" 4-Star Polearm w/Refinement Materials + Fishing Tips | Genshin Impact Guide

Summary

This video offers a comprehensive guide to obtaining the free four-star Catch Polearm in Genshin Impact's update 2.1. It details the necessary quests, such as starting the 'Exploding Population' and interacting with the fishing association NPCs. Viewers are instructed on acquiring bait recipes and the specific fish required for the weapon and its refinement, including Ryan Angelfish, Golden Koi, and Rusty Koi. The video also shares tips on efficient fishing, the importance of fishing at different times of day, and using the interactive map for locating fish species. Additionally, it provides insights on the fishing system's generosity and the RNG aspect of fish spawning.

Takeaways

• 🎣 The Catch Poe Arm is a free four-star weapon introduced in update 2.1 and is tied to the new fishing system.
• 📍 To obtain the Catch Poe Arm, start the 'Exploding Population' quest, which introduces you to the fishing mechanics.
• 🐟 You need to purchase bait recipes from Nantucket, the monster fishing association NPC, using medaka fish.
• 📌 Medaka fish, the basic fish, can be found in five locations in the game, and are necessary for crafting bait.
• 🌊 The Leeway representative sells the Pool of Sapphire Grace, which allows you to store ornamental fish in your teapot.
• 🎣 The Catch Poe Arm requires six Ryan Angelfish, 20 Golden Koi, and 20 Rusty Koi, all caught with specific bait.
• 🍶 Akko's Sake Vessel, the refinement item for the Catch, requires different fish and is sold by the Inazuma fishing association NPC.
• 🗺️ Use the official interactive map to locate the efficient fishing spots for the required fish species.
• 🌙 Be aware of the fish's spawn times; some fish only appear during the day or night, affecting your fishing efficiency.
• 🔄 There's a three-day respawn time for fishing spots, which means patience and multiple visits are required to gather enough fish.
• 👥 Co-op fishing can speed up the process of obtaining the necessary fish for the Catch Poe Arm.

Q & A

What is 'The Catch' in Genshin Impact?

'The Catch' is a free four-star polearm weapon that players can obtain through the new fishing system introduced in update 2.1 of Genshin Impact.

How can players start the process of obtaining 'The Catch'?

Players need to start the 'Exploding Population' quest by talking to Catherine in Mondstadt, who will send them to Nantuck, the NPC for the Mondstadt Fishing Association.

What types of fish are required to obtain 'The Catch' polearm?

To obtain 'The Catch,' players need 6 Raimei Angelfish, 20 Golden Koi, and 20 Rusty Koi.

Where can players find the Raimei Angelfish?

Raimei Angelfish can be found in a shipwreck south of the Kujou Encampment in electrified water. Players need to fish at night using False Worm Bait.

How do players refine 'The Catch' to max refinement?

To fully refine 'The Catch,' players must purchase the refinement item Akko's Sake Vessel four times. Each purchase requires 3 Raimei Angelfish, 10 Pufferfish, and 10 Bitter Pufferfish.

What bait types are required for catching the fish needed for 'The Catch'?

Raimei Angelfish require False Worm Bait, while Golden Koi and Rusty Koi, as well as Pufferfish, require Fake Fly Bait.

How can players craft more bait in Genshin Impact's fishing system?

Players can craft bait by obtaining recipes from Nantuck and trading Medaka fish for them. The recipes can then be used to create bait, which is essential for catching different fish.

Is there a way to locate fishing spots in-game?

While the game doesn’t show fishing locations on the map, players can use the official interactive map to find fishing spots.

How often do fish respawn at fishing locations?

Fish respawn at fishing locations approximately every three days in real time.

What are some tips for efficient fishing in Genshin Impact?

Players should fish at both day and night, as different fish appear depending on the time of day. Additionally, they should experiment with different bait types to see which fish are attracted to them, and ornamental fish can be identified by a blue glow above the water.