How to Catch Megalodon in Fisch
The Megalodon is a colossal prehistoric shark and one of the most iconic catches in Fisch. At 50,000-140,700 kg, this Exotic-tier apex predator is the centerpiece of the Megalodon Hunt event. Three variants exist: Regular, Ancient, and Phantom - each progressively harder to catch.
Megalodon Guide
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Pro Catching Strategy
Spawns behind Ancient Isle during Megalodon Hunt events (use Sundial Totem to trigger - takes ~60-70 totems on average). Applies -80% progress speed when reeling. Base catch rate is 1/156 (improves to 1/42 with Aurora Borealis, 1/78 with 2x server luck). Use Shark Head bait (preferred) or Deep Coral. Despawns after 12 minutes if uncaught.
The Megalodon has a 12% rampage chance per frame (decreasing 1.2% per attack to minimum 6%). Each rampage reduces 25% progress and shrinks your control bar by 15% for 2 seconds. Resilience enchantments are essential.
Catching 3 Megalodons grants the "Terror of the Depths" title. When hooked, players exclaim "WOAH the Meg!" The Megalodon is one of 6 sharks required for the Poseidon Trial Pool.
Hunting Strategy
Step 1: Travel to Ancient Isle and position yourself behind the island. Step 2: Use Sundial Totems to trigger a Megalodon Hunt - expect to use 60-70 totems on average before one spawns. Step 3: When "Megalodon Hunt!" is announced server-wide, immediately cast with Shark Head bait. Step 4: Be ready for a brutal fight - the -80% progress penalty combined with rampage attacks means this will take several minutes. Step 5: You have exactly 12 minutes before the Megalodon despawns. If using Aurora Totem alongside, your catch rate improves significantly (1/42 vs 1/156).
Spawn Mechanics
The base catch rate is 1/156 (0.64%). With Aurora Borealis active, this improves to 1/42 (2.38%). With 2x server luck events, the rate becomes 1/78 (1.28%). The Megalodon can only be fought by one player at a time. During the hunt, there's also a 10% chance to spawn an Ancient Megalodon variant instead. On Eclipse weekends, a Phantom Megalodon may appear - significantly rarer and harder.
Recommended Setup
Any rod with 50,000+ kg capacity. Rods between 25,000-40,000 kg require Herculean enchantment. Rods between 40,000-49,999 kg can use Unbreakable enchantment. The Deep Coral bait provides +50 resilience which helps.
Herculean or Unbreakable for weight capacity. Mystical (+45% resilience) is ideal for surviving rampage attacks. The -80% progress penalty makes resilience crucial.
Shark Head is the preferred bait. Deep Coral (+50 resilience) is a good alternative. Weird Algae and Seaweed also work but are less effective.
Sundial Totem triggers the Megalodon Hunt (~60-70 totems average). Aurora Totem significantly improves catch rate (1/156 → 1/42). Use both together for best results.
Value Analysis
At $0.466/kg base price with a weight range of 50,000-140,700 kg, the average Megalodon (58,500 kg) yields ~27,261 C$. Maximum weight brings ~65,566 C$. The 15,000 XP reward is substantial. While not the highest value per catch, the Megalodon's relative accessibility compared to Secret-tier fish makes it a solid grind target. With Tryhard mutation (10x), a max-weight catch exceeds 650K C$.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ✗Using a rod without enough weight capacity - you need 50,000+ kg base or appropriate enchantments
- ✗Not bringing enough Sundial Totems - expect to use 60-70 before triggering a hunt
- ✗Ignoring the rampage mechanic - each attack reduces your progress by 25%
- ✗Missing the 12-minute despawn window - track your time carefully
- ✗Using weak bait - Shark Head is significantly more effective than alternatives
- ✗Fighting without Aurora Totem - the catch rate difference (1/156 vs 1/42) is massive
Advanced Tips
- →Stack Aurora Totem with Sundial for the best hunt setup (1/42 catch rate)
- →The rampage attack has a cooldown pattern - anticipate the rhythm after each attack
- →During the fight, don't panic when your control bar shrinks - it returns to normal after 2 seconds
- →Join Fisch Discord for real-time Megalodon Hunt announcements from other servers
- →If an Ancient Megalodon spawns instead (10% chance), it's worth 15% more XP
- →On Eclipse weekends, consider waiting for Phantom Megalodon for rare titles
Lore & Background
The Megalodon represents the prehistoric terror of the deep - a shark species that dominated ancient oceans. In Fisch, it guards the waters behind Ancient Isle, only emerging when summoned by the Sundial Totem. Local legends speak of fishers who spent weeks grinding totems before finally encountering "the Meg." The three variants - Regular, Ancient, and Phantom - suggest a family lineage spanning different eras and dimensions.
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