How to Get Better Rods in Blox Fruits
If you have started fishing in Blox Fruits, your first Fishing Rod will let you get going, but it is not the only option. Better rods can improve your fishing experience and unlock benefits that make the activity more rewarding.
The important thing is to follow the rod progression available to your current sea. Some rods are obtained from an NPC, while others have requirements involving materials, Fragments, Trust, or fishing progression. Do not assume every rod can be bought with ordinary Beli. Early travel tips are in the beginner guide.
Step 1 – Get Your First Fishing Rod
Start by finding the Fisherman NPC. The basic Fishing Rod is available from the Fisherman in the First Sea, and the rod system also has Fisherman locations in later seas.
Once you have the rod, equip it and move close to a suitable body of water. Follow the fishing minigame prompts when a fish bites. If fishing is cancelled, check whether you are close enough to the water and whether your position is preventing you from casting.
Step 2 – Find the Angler for Rod Upgrades
As you progress, look for the Angler NPC and check which rods are available to you. The rod list includes options such as Gold Rod, Shark Rod, Shell Rod, and Treasure Rod, but they have different requirements and are not all available at the same stage of the game.
- Check your current rod and fishing progression.
- Visit the appropriate Angler.
- Review the required materials, Fragments, and Trust.
- Gather anything you are missing.
- Equip your best available rod and complete the upgrade.
Because rod requirements differ, inspect the NPC's current options rather than farming materials for a rod you cannot yet unlock.
Which Fishing Rod Should You Get Next?
There is no single next rod for every player. Your current sea, fishing progression, and available materials determine what you can obtain.
The current rod lists include additional special rods, but some are linked to special realms or limited availability rather than the normal upgrade path.
| Rod | What to know |
|---|---|
| Fishing Rod | The basic starting rod, obtained from the Fisherman. |
| Gold Rod | An early upgrade option associated with the Angler in the First Sea. |
| Shark Rod | An upgrade option available through the Angler in the Second Sea. |
| Shell Rod | A later option associated with the Angler in the Third Sea. |
| Treasure Rod | A higher-level option with additional fishing progression requirements. |
Why Are Better Rods Useful?
Better rods can help with fishing progression and can improve your chances of interacting with certain fishing rewards. Rod Mastery also affects control in the fishing minigame, making the progress bar fill somewhat faster as Mastery increases.
One useful detail: some fishing-related rewards are limited daily, and a better rod can affect the number of Sunken Chests you can catch. The exact benefit depends on the rod and any applicable enchantments, so check the current in-game description before spending rare materials.
Tips for Upgrading Rods Without Wasting Resources
- Check requirements first. Do not spend Fragments or materials until you know which rod you can unlock.
- Keep your best rod equipped when required. The current rod guide notes that having your best rod in hand can matter for crafting the next one.
- Level your fishing Mastery. Higher Mastery improves control in the fishing minigame.
- Use fishing with friends when possible. The current rod guide notes a fishing luck bonus when multiple players fish in the same area, up to a stated cap.
Common Fishing Rod Problems
I Cannot Catch Anything
Make sure you are fishing close to a valid body of water and are not standing on the water itself. Follow the minigame when the bite indicator appears.
I Cannot Craft the Next Rod
Check whether you meet the required Trust, fishing level, materials, and other prerequisites. Also check whether the recipe requires you to have your best rod equipped.
My Rod Does Not Feel Much Better
Rod upgrades do not remove the need to learn the fishing minigame. Keep gaining Mastery and make sure you have actually equipped the new rod.
FAQ
Where do I get a Fishing Rod?
Start by talking to the Fisherman in the First Sea. Later rods are available through other NPCs and progression requirements.
Do better rods cost Beli?
Not all of them. Some rods involve Fragments, materials, Trust, or fishing requirements.
Does rod Mastery matter?
Yes. Higher rod Mastery improves control in the fishing minigame.