How to become a Fisher in Final Fantasy XIV: Quest list guide

There’s more to life as a Warrior of Light than knocking the realm’s enemies around. If you’re eager to explore ocean voyages, chase achievements, or just kick back with a with a relaxing side hustle, perhaps it’s time to explore Final Fantasy XIV’s Fisher life.

The FFXIV Fisher Job at a glance

Life in FFXIV as a Fisher (FSH) makes you one of three Disciples of the Land — also called a Gatherer. As long as you have a battle class at level 10, you can start fishing at the Fishermen’s Guild in the Limsa Lominsa Lower Docks (X:7.9, Y:14.4). The job paves the way to Ocean Fishing, Spearfishing, and it’s a handy extra for collecting scads of fishies to craft with.

Becoming an angling expert in FFXIV also means gaining access to the Fishing Log and Fishing Hole menus. The job also has a few minions exclusive to the role, like the Magic Bucket, Gull, Dolphin Calf, and Major General. It’s also how you get the Hybodus Horn, a personal favorite mount.

Every FFXIV Fisher Quest

There are 22 Fisher quests in FFXIV, taking you from level one to 70. Every quest begins in the Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks with Sisipu until you reach the Heavensward quest chain beginning at Level 53. Along the way, you’ll bring back various quest targets to the issuing NPC, earning rewards and Fisher-specific abilities.

Every Fisher quest and requirement:

• Way of the Fisher (1)
• My First Fishing Rod (1)
  • Deliver (5) Lominsan Anchovy
• Bigger Fish to Fry (5)
  • Deliver (3) Harbor Herring
• The Princess and the Fish (10)
  • Deliver Princess Trout
• Every Fish Has a Silver Lining (15)
  • Deliver (5) Navigator’s Dagger
• A Fish in Hot Water (20)
  • Deliver (5) Warmwater Trout
• A Game of Cat and Fish (25)
  • Deliver Shadow Catfish
• Like Fish Passing in the Night (30)
  • Deliver (10) Fullmoon Sardine
• A Fish out of Water (35)
  • Deliver Desert Catfish
• Fishing in the Rain (40)
  • Deliver (5) Raincaller
• I Believe Fish Can Fly (45)
  • Deliver (5) Cloud Cutter
• So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish (50)
  • Deliver Mazlaya Marlin
• Plenty More Fish in the Sea (50)

Speak to Anasaulme in Foundation (X:13,1, Y:11.7):

• The Icepick Challenge (53)
  • Deliver (3) Icepick
• Invasion of the Supper Snatchers (55)
  • Deliver (3) Shadowhisker
• One Man’s Fish Is Another Man’s Poison (58)
  • Deliver Letter Puffer
• Carpe Diem (60)
  • Deliver Catkiller

Speak to Sisipu again, then Wawalago nearby (X:8.1, Y:15.2) for 63 and beyond:

• Whither Wawalago Wanders (60)
• A Rousing Reunion (63)
  • Deliver (3) Deep Velodyna Carp
• Search for the Spawning Grounds (65)
  • Deliver (3) Harutsuge Sprag
• Always a Bigger Fish (68)
  • Deliver (3) Dafangshi
• Farewell, and thanks for the Fish (70)
  • Deliver (5) Giant Plesiosaur

Tips for progressing FFXIV Fisher quests

If you’re having trouble advancing due to leveling restrictions, try Ocean Fishing in Limsa Lominsa. Every two hours, a boat leaves the docks to send players off on an open sea excursion. You can get all of the bait required from a nearby NPC, and it’s not hard to get the hang of.

Personally, I like using Levequests, too. It helps break up the monotony of leveling, and hitting the 99 quest allowance cap seems like such a waste. You can also try the Ishgard Restoration zone, Diadem. It’s an easy way to grind from Level 10 to 70.

Remember, those quests in between levels do give a little experience, which may be just enough to get you over the hump. Plus, you’ll want to finish them up anyway as they unlock abilities every Fisher needs for end-game grinds.