The Shell Rod is one of the legendary fishing rods in the world of Blox Fruits, and it’s highly coveted by players. This rod is not just for catching ordinary fish; it’s a gateway to obtaining rare fish and valuable materials. If you’re wondering how to get it, this article provides a complete and informative guide for you to follow.
What is the Shell Rod?
The Shell Rod is a high-tier fishing rod used to catch various types of rare and powerful fish in the Third Sea. To obtain it, players must complete a series of quests and gather challenging crafting materials. This rod is also a prerequisite for upgrading to an even more powerful rod, the Celestial Shell Rod.
Prerequisites to Get the Shell Rod
Before you can even think about owning a Shell Rod, there are a few basic requirements you must meet:
- Have a Basic Fishing Rod: You must own the most basic fishing rod, which can be purchased from the Fisherman NPC. This NPC can be found in various locations, such as near the dock in the First Sea (Kingdom of Rose), in the Second Sea (Ice Castle), or in the Third Sea (within the Castle on the Sea).
- Increase Your Fishing Mastery: Use your basic rod to fish and level up your Fishing Mastery. Increasing this mastery is crucial because the questline from the Angler NPC will only become available once your Fishing Mastery reaches a certain level.
Finding the Angler NPC on Hydra Island
Once your Fishing Mastery is high enough, it’s time to find the quest giver. The Angler NPC is located in the Third Sea, specifically on Hydra Island.
How to Find Him: Teleport to Hydra Island. Once you arrive, walk towards the area where the Hydra Enforcer NPCs are. The Angler NPC is not on the same side as these enemies but is directly across from them. You will find him alone on the beach, complete with his fishing gear.
Completing 40 Quests from the Angler NPC
This is the most time-consuming step. To unlock the Shell Rod crafting option (Barter), you must complete a total of 40 quests from the Angler NPC.
Quest Types: The quests usually involve:
- Catching a specific type of fish.
- Performing a certain number of perfect catches (landing a fish in the green area).
- Fishing using a specific rod’s ability.
Be prepared to spend a considerable amount of time completing these 40 quests in sequence.
Materials for Crafting the Shell Rod
After the Barter option is unlocked, you need to collect all of the following materials to exchange for the Shell Rod:
- 2x Mutant Teeth: These materials are obtained by defeating the Terror Shark in the Third Sea. The Terror Shark is a powerful underwater enemy, so ensure your level and gear are adequate for farming.
- 2,000x Fragments: Fragments are a common currency in the Third Sea. You can get them from various activities such as defeating bosses, completing raids, or selling unwanted fruits.
- 8x Mystic Droplets: These materials are dropped by Sea Soldiers and Water Fighters who roam around Hydra Island and other Third Sea areas.
- 12x Wooden Planks: Wooden Planks can be obtained by destroying random objects like chests, barrels, or crates scattered across various islands.
Once all the materials are collected, return to the Angler NPC and select the “Barter” option to craft your Shell Rod.
Upgrading to the Celestial Shell Rod
For those who want a more powerful rod, the Shell Rod can be upgraded to the Celestial Shell Rod.
How to Get It: This upgrade is only available during the Celestial Event. While the event is active, go to the Celestial Domain (the portal appears near the mansion in the Third Sea) and find the Celestial Fisherman.
Upgrade Quest: To get the Celestial Shell Rod, you must catch and hand over 100x Celestial Fish to the Celestial Fisherman. Celestial Fish can only be caught in celestial whirlpools (glowing water vortexes) that appear during the event, and of course, you’ll need the Shell Rod to catch them.
Tips and Strategies
- Focus on Raising Mastery: Don’t rush. Spend time fishing with your basic rod until your Fishing Mastery is high and you’re comfortable with the fishing mechanics.
- Prioritize Farming Mutant Teeth: Farming Terror Sharks for Mutant Teeth can take a while. Bring friends or use a fruit with a good AoE (Area of Effect) to make the process easier.
- Work on Quests Consistently: 40 quests are a lot. Do them slowly and steadily until you’ve completed them all.
- Gather Fragments Passively: Don’t just focus on farming fragments for the Shell Rod. Engage in other activities in the Third Sea; the fragments will accumulate on their own.
- Use the Shell Rod for Upgrades: Once you get the Shell Rod, immediately aim for the Celestial Shell Rod when the event is active, as this rod is significantly more powerful.
By following this guide, you now know the path to getting the coveted Shell Rod in Blox Fruits. Happy fishing and good luck!