How to Catch Phantom Megalodon in Fisch
The Phantom Megalodon is the ghostly Limited-tier variant of the Megalodon family, appearing only during Eclipse weekends. At 50,000-140,700 kg with -85% progress penalty and 18% rampage chance, it's significantly harder than the regular Meg. This spectral shark is one of the rarest catches in Fisch.
Phantom Megalodon Guide
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Spawn Locations
Pro Catching Strategy
Only spawns during Megalodon Hunts that coincide with Eclipse weather (real-life weekends). Can also be summoned using Eclipse Totem after a Sundial Totem during daytime. Night required (spawnable from 1 AM EST/6 AM UTC). Uses -85% progress speed and 18% rampage chance (decreasing to 9%). Despawns after 12 minutes 30 seconds.
The 18% rampage chance (vs 12% for regular Meg) combined with 40% progress reduction per attack (vs 25%) makes this fight brutal. Each rampage also shrinks your control bar by 25% for 2 seconds. Bring your absolute best resilience gear.
Catching 1 Phantom Megalodon grants "Nightmare Conqueror" title. Catching 3 grants "Deep Sea Phenomenon" title. Players exclaim "WOAH!! THE PHANTOM MEG!!" when hooked. A bell sound alerts all nearby players when it spawns.
Hunting Strategy
Step 1: Check if it's a real-life weekend (Eclipse events occur Fri-Sun). Step 2: Travel to Ancient Isle at night (after 1 AM EST / 6 AM UTC). Step 3: Use Sundial Totem to trigger Megalodon Hunt. Step 4: If Eclipse weather is active, the Phantom variant may spawn. Step 5: Alternatively, use Eclipse Totem after Sundial during daytime to force Eclipse conditions. Step 6: You have 12 minutes 30 seconds before despawn - slightly longer than regular Meg.
Spawn Mechanics
The Phantom Megalodon requires both a Megalodon Hunt AND Eclipse weather. Eclipse occurs naturally on real-life weekends, or can be triggered with Eclipse Totem. The spawn rate is "significantly rarer" than other Megalodon variants. Cannot be caught with passive effects from certain rods. A unique cutscene plays when hooked.
Recommended Setup
Must have 50,000+ kg capacity. Cannot use rods that rely on passive catch effects. Rods with high base resilience are essential due to the brutal rampage mechanic.
Mystical (+45% resilience) is mandatory. The -85% progress penalty combined with 40% progress drain per rampage makes this the hardest Megalodon fight.
Shark Head is required for any Megalodon variant.
Sundial Totem + Eclipse Totem combination. The Eclipse Totem forces Eclipse weather conditions allowing daytime attempts.
Value Analysis
At $0.597/kg (28% higher than regular Meg) with the same 50,000-140,700 kg weight range, the Phantom Megalodon yields ~34,925 C$ average, up to ~84,000 C$ at max weight. The 18,000 XP reward is 20% higher than regular Meg. The real value is the exclusive titles - "Nightmare Conqueror" and "Deep Sea Phenomenon" are highly prestigious.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ✗Attempting during non-Eclipse times - it literally cannot spawn without Eclipse weather
- ✗Using rods with passive catch effects - the Phantom Meg is immune to these
- ✗Underestimating the rampage damage - 40% progress loss per attack is devastating
- ✗Not having Eclipse Totems for daytime attempts
- ✗Giving up after one weekend - this is a multi-session grind for most players
Advanced Tips
- →Track real-world weekends - Eclipse events are tied to Fri-Sun IRL
- →The bell sound is your signal - it alerts when Phantom Meg spawns
- →Eclipse Totem lets you attempt during daytime, expanding your hunting window
- →The rampage decreases from 18% to 9% minimum - fights get slightly easier as they progress
- →Screenshots of the unique cutscene are popular in the community
Lore & Background
The Phantom Megalodon is believed to be the spirit of ancient Megalodons that died during solar eclipses, their souls bound to appear only when the sun is darkened. Its ghostly translucent form and eerie glow make it unmistakable. Some fishers report hearing whale-like calls before it appears, while others claim the water temperature drops significantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it still possible to get Phantom Megalodon in Fisch?
Yes, the Phantom Megalodon is still obtainable in 2026. It spawns during Megalodon Hunts that coincide with Eclipse weather, which occurs naturally on real-life weekends (Friday-Sunday). You can also force Eclipse conditions using an Eclipse Totem after triggering a Megalodon Hunt with Sundial Totem. The fish has not been removed from the game.
What is the value of a Phantom Megalodon?
The Phantom Megalodon is worth $0.597/kg with a weight range of 50,000-140,700 kg. This means an average catch yields around 34,925 C$, while a maximum weight catch brings approximately 84,000 C$. With Tryhard mutation (10x multiplier), a max-weight Phantom Meg can exceed 840,000 C$. It also grants 18,000 XP per catch.
Which Megalodon is the rarest in Fisch?
The Phantom Megalodon is the rarest of the three variants. It requires both a Megalodon Hunt AND Eclipse weather to spawn, making it significantly harder to encounter than the regular Megalodon (always available during hunts) or Ancient Megalodon (10% chance during any hunt). The Phantom also has Limited rarity tier versus Exotic for the others.
How do you spawn a Phantom Megalodon?
To spawn a Phantom Megalodon: 1) Wait for a real-life weekend when Eclipse weather is active, or use an Eclipse Totem. 2) Go to Ancient Isle at night (after 1 AM EST / 6 AM UTC). 3) Use Sundial Totems to trigger a Megalodon Hunt (takes ~60-70 totems on average). 4) If Eclipse is active during the hunt, the Phantom variant may spawn instead of regular Megalodon.
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Spawn Conditions
- Time
- Any
- Weather
- Eclipse