Stardew Valley legendary fish are the rarest and most challenging catches in the game, requiring precise timing, the right gear, and knowledge of specific locations and conditions. Mastering the stardew valley legendary fish is the ultimate test of your fishing skill, but with the correct preparation and strategy, you can catch every one of them with ease.
What are the stardew valley legendary fish?
There are five original legendary fish in Stardew Valley: the Angler, Mutant Carp, Crimsonfish, Glacierfish, and Legend. Each can typically be caught only once per save file, or once per player in multiplayer. In the 1.5 update, five Extended Family variants were added, Ms. Angler, Radioactive Carp, Son of Crimsonfish, Glacierfish Jr., and Legend II, which are caught during Mr. Qi's Extended Family Quest. Legendary fish are identifiable by a crown icon on the fish in the fishing minigame, with the exception of the Legendary Fish II. Exceptions to the one-catch rule include using Challenge Bait (allows catching up to 3 at once), Wild Bait (up to 2 at once), or Panning with the Fisher enchantment in the correct tiles (can yield infinite copies if done before the initial catch).
Essential gear and skill requirements
To catch legendary fish reliably, you need the Iridium Rod, which is the only rod that lets you use both bait and tackle. It costs 7500G from Willy's shop and requires Fishing Level 6. For bait, Wild Bait lures fish faster, though Normal Bait works well too. For tackle, the Trap Bobber makes fish escape slower while reeling, and the Cork Bobber lengthens the green fishing bar to make following fast-moving fish easier. You need at least Fishing Level 3 for most legendary fish, though the Legend requires Fishing Level 10. To raise your level quickly, use Trout Soup (adds 1 level, no level requirement, bought from Willy for 250G or cooked from Green Algae and Rainbow Trout) or Dish O' The Sea (adds 3 levels, cooked from two Sardines and a Hash Brown).
How to bypass season and weather restrictions
Magic Bait can be used to bypass the specific season, time, or weather requirements for any Legendary Fish, allowing them to be caught at any time. This removes the need to wait for specific seasons, times, or rain, letting you fish for any legendary fish whenever you want, provided you have Magic Bait available.
Angler and Ms. Angler
The Angler has Smooth behavior and a difficulty of 85. It is found in the river north of Joja Mart during Fall. Ms. Angler appears during the Extended Family Quest. The Angler can be caught by casting as far as you can to the north of the wooden river bridge near Joja Mart or south of Jodi's house. If there are bubbles in the water, aim for that fishing spot. The Angler's fish icon has a crown; Ms. Angler does not. This is often the first legendary fish players catch due to its low Fishing Level 3 requirement. When consumed, it gives energy and health boosts, and it can be used in Maki Rolls, Sashimi, or Quality Fertilizer. The Angler sells for 1800G at most if of good quality.
Mutant Carp and Radioactive Carp
The Mutant Carp has Dart behavior and a difficulty of 80. It is found in the Sewer during any season. The Radioactive Carp appears during the Extended Family Quest. To access the Sewer, you must donate 60 artifacts or minerals to the Museum to obtain the key. The fish moves unpredictably up and down, so equip a Cork Bobber to make the green bar longer. The Mutant Carp has no fishing level requirement. The Mutant Carp sells for up to 2000G.
Crimsonfish and Son of Crimsonfish
The Crimsonfish has Mixed behavior and a difficulty of 95. It is found in the ocean east of Pelican Beach during Summer, between 6 AM and 8 PM. The Son of Crimsonfish appears during the Extended Family Quest. The Crimsonfish requires you to fix the wooden ocean dock to the east of Pelican Beach before you can attempt catching it there. Fishing Level 5 is required for the Crimsonfish. They can be kept as trophies, cooked, or sold. The Crimsonfish sells for 3000G at maximum.
Glacierfish and Glacierfish Jr.
The Glacierfish has Mixed behavior and a difficulty of 100. It is found at the southmost edge of Arrowhead Island during Winter. Glacierfish Jr. appears during the Extended Family Quest. You need Fishing Level 6. The Glacierfish is found by standing on the thinnest cliff south of Arrowhead Island and casting a few blocks away from the cliff or toward a bubbling spot. The Glacierfish has a 50-50 chance of appearing per attempt. It can be kept, sold, or cooked. The Glacierfish sells for 2000G at most.
Legend and Legend II
The Legend has Mixed behavior and a difficulty of 110. It is found in the mountain lake near the log, requiring your bobber to be 4+ tiles from land, specifically in the mountain lake near the log. It appears during Spring, in rainy weather, between 6 AM and 8 PM. Fishing Level 10 is required. The Legend has a 10 percent chance to lure per attempt. If the weather is sunny, use a Rain Totem (made from one Hardwood, one Truffle Oil, and five Pine Tar) to make it rain the next day. Legend II appears during the Extended Family Quest. The Legend and Legend II are best kept as trophies for bragging rights, but can also be consumed, cooked, or sold for a high price.
What to do with legendary fish
Legendary fish can be sold for varying prices depending on quality and type. They can be cooked into Maki Rolls, Sashimi, or Quality Fertilizer to improve crop quality. Consuming them provides energy and health boosts. Many players keep them as trophies to display their angling prowess. For those interested in media beyond fishing, the same dedication to finding the best content applies when exploring TV casting and streaming apps for your favorite shows.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I catch legendary fish in multiplayer?
Yes, each player in multiplayer can catch each legendary fish once, rather than once per save file. This applies to both the original and Extended Family variants.
Do I need to complete the Extended Family Quest to catch the variant fish?
Yes, the Extended Family variants (Ms. Angler, Radioactive Carp, Son of Crimsonfish, Glacierfish Jr., and Legend II) only appear when you have activated Mr. Qi's Extended Family Quest from the special order board.
What happens if I accidentally sell or eat a legendary fish?
Since each legendary fish can only be caught once per player, selling or eating it means you lose it permanently. You cannot catch another of the same type unless you use Challenge Bait, Wild Bait, or Panning exceptions.
Can I catch legendary fish without the Iridium Rod?
It is possible but extremely difficult. The Iridium Rod is the only rod that allows using both bait and tackle, which significantly increases your chances. Without it, you lose the benefits of Trap Bobbers and Cork Bobbers.
Does the Legend fish require rain every time?
Yes, the Legend only appears during rainy weather in Spring. You can use a Rain Totem to force rain the next day if the weather is sunny. Magic Bait bypasses this requirement entirely.
Are legendary fish affected by fishing quality (gold, silver, etc.)?
Yes, legendary fish can be caught at different qualities based on your fishing level, casting distance, and whether you achieve a perfect catch. Higher quality increases sell price and energy/health restoration.
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