* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Okami * * Fishing Guide * * MrYucko * * Ver. 1.5 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Table of Contents I. Version History II. Introduction III. How to Fish IV. Tips & Hints V. Fishing Spots VI. Fish Tome VII. Credits VIII. Legal Stuff IX. Contact Info = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = I. Version History = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Ver. 1.0 Oct. 2, 2006 – FAQ was made. Ver. 1.5 Oct. 6, 2006 - Changed Contact Info **RESEND ANY SUBMISSIONS you may have sent me** - Expanded Fishing Spots Information - Added Credits section - Minor grammar corrections = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = II. Introduction = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = I wanted to make this guide to answer peoples questions concerning fishing and to “fill in” the gaps people seem to be missing within the Fish Tome. This FAQ MAY CONTAIN A FEW SPOILERS but nothing big and serious. All right then, on to the guide. = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = III. How to Fish = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = At a certain point in the game, you will be required to fish as part of the main story. It is pretty simple to learn and pick up in a short time. Once you start fishing, simply hold down R1 to bring out your Celestial Brush and then draw a line using the Square (S) button from the fishing pole to the fish in the water. You will know you have the Celestial Brush over the pole/fish correctly when the ink is black and coming off of the object in a “fluttery” pattern. Once you hook the fish, you must pull or tap the left analog stick in the opposite direction that the fish is swimming. This will cause the face icon on the bar on the top of the screen to move to the right. The face icon changes from blue, to green, to red. If it is blue, you are not pulling in the right direction or not hard enough. If it is green, then this means you are reeling in the fish correctly. If it is red, then you are straining yourself which will cause your life gauge in the lower right part of the screen to deplete. If you run out completely, then the fisherman will be pulled into the water, losing the fish in the process. Once you reel in the fish close enough, a random button symbol will appear on the screen. It will either be Triangle (T), Square (S), Circle (O), or X. Once you see this, press the corresponding button and the fish will pop out of the water. Quickly bring out your Celestial Brush with R1, and then draw a straight line through the fish. Depending on the fish it will take one, two, or three Power Strikes to finally catch the fish. = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = IV. Hints & Tips = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = First of all, sometimes catching the larger fish can be difficult. They thrash around frantically and change directions very frequently. This can become annoying in a short time. In my experience, it is best to push the left analog in the opposite direction at an angular motion between left/right and down instead of completely left or right. You can also try wiggling the analog stick back and forth, though for the “stronger” fish it can be a bit difficult to do that motion without straining your life bar. Time of day is important in fishing. Some fish only show up during day while others only show up during night. If you are not getting the fish you want, try changing it to day/night depending on your situation. You may be at the right spot, just not at the right time! Hopefully, I will have the time of day each fish show up in the next update as I am still working on it at the moment. Selling fish can be quite profitable. Even more profitable in certain locations. Fish sell for more in TAKA PASS and SEI-AN CITY (COMMONERS DISTRICT). There may be other locations where fish sell for more as well, although I have not encountered any as of yet. = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = V. Fishing Spots = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = There are four fishing spots in Okami. 1.) Agata Forest 2.) Sei-An City (Aristocratic District) 3.) N. Ryoshima Coast 4.) Kamui Agata Forest - You must fish in Agata Forest at a certain time in order to advance the story. The fisherman in this area is Kokari and he can be found on the southeastern “island” in Agata Forest. You need to revive the Guardian Sapling in the area before you can fish with him the first time. You can fish with him again once you have cleared Tsuta Ruins and fixed the bridge. Sei-An City (Aristocratic District) - You must fish in Sei-An City (Aristocratic District) at a certain time in order to advance the story. The fisherman in this area is Benkei and he can be found on the large drawbridge. You have to purchase “Blinding Snow” from the Item Merchant in Sei-An City (Commoner’s District) before you can fish with him. After the first time you fish with Benkei, you can fish with him again once you have cleared the mist from Sei-An City. He moves near the Mermaid Spring in Sei-An City (Aristocratic District) past the Lecture Hall building. N. Ryoshima Coast – This fishing spot is actually NOT required to advance the story. However, there is a sidequest that allows you to earn a Brush Technique. The fisherman’s name is “Fisherman” go figure. He is located on the southwestern island on N. Ryoshima Coast. You might need Orca to reach this area since the Water Dragon may get in your way from reaching this island otherwise. Kamui – This fishing spot is not required to advance the story. It serves no other purpose other than to catch fish. It is located to the south near the Dojo in Kamui. Kokari is the fisherman here and you can fish with him whenever you want after you revive the Guardian Sapling. ***NOTE*** It should be noted that at a certain point in the game, the fishing spot in Agata Forest is lost due to the fisherman leaving that area. You can catch the fish that appear at Agata Forest in Sei-An City, although it is a bit tricky since there is a larger variety of fish to catch in that spot. = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = VI. Fish Tome = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Before I start, I’d like to tell you the format in which I’ll be listing the Fish Tome. I will go in the order in which it is listed in the game, going up and down, left to right. Also a sample of what I will be listing Fish # Name: Spot: Hits: Info: Price: For reference, small-sized fish need one strike to catch, medium-sized fish need two strikes to catch, and large-sized fish need three strikes to catch. Some of the info may be plain wrong due to error or bad memory. Call me out on this so I can correct it. :) Page 1 1.) Name: River Crab Spot: Agata Forest & Sei-An City Hits: 1 Strike Info: This tiny Crab has won admirers with its adorable sideways walk. Price: 100 Yen 2.) Name: Crawfish Spot: Agata Forest & Sei-An City Hits: 1 Strike Info: Freshwater crustacean brandishing a set of enormous claws. Price: 450 Yen. 3.) Name: Black Bass Spot: Agata Forest & Sei-An City Hits: 1 Strike Info: Large and Powerful, only the best fishermen can haul it in. Price: 1,600 Yen 4.) Name: Killifish Spot: Agata Forest & Sei-An City Hits: 1 Strike Info: This fish’s unique eyes are said to bring happiness. Price: 200 Yen 5.) Name: Smelt Spot: Agata Forest & Sei-An City Hits: 1 Strike Info: This common fish can be found in many climates and salt levels Price: 300 Yen 6.) Name: Goby Spot: Agata Forest & Sei-An City Hits: 1 Strike Info: Fish with an adorable round body that is common in many regions Price: 500 Yen 7.) Name: Sweetfish Spot: Agata Forest & Sei-An City Hits: 1 Strike Info: Salted and grilled, this fish is small in size but big in flavor. Price: 950 Yen 8.) Name: Trout Spot: Agata Forest & Sei-An City Hits: 1 Strike Info: Often found in mountain streams, this fish has a mottled pattern. Price: 1,000 Yen 9.) Name: Catfish Spot: Agata Forest & Sei-An City Hits: 1 Strike Info: Slimy nocturnal fish sporting a set of cat-like whiskers. Price: 2,000 Yen 10.) Name: Loach Spot: Sei-An City Hits: 1 Strike Info: A fish famous for its ten whisker-like appendages. Price: 800 Yen 11.) Name: Freshwater Eel Spot: Sei-An City Hits: 1 Strike Info: It may appear unappetizing, but this eel hides a rich flavor. Price: 1,700 Yen 12.) Name: Huchen Spot: Agata Forest & Sei-An City Hits: 3 Strikes Info: Rare and desirable, it is regarded as the king of freshwater fish. Price: 2,900 Yen 13.) Name: Robalo Spot: Sei-An City Hits: 2 Strikes Info: Its red eyes make this fish unique and sought after. Price: 3,700 Yen 14.) Name: Koi Spot: Sei-An City Hits: 2 Strikes Info: Fish admired by the aristocracy for its beautiful coloring. Price: 3,600 Yen 15.) Name: Salmon Spot: Agata Forest & Sei-An City Hits: 2 Strikes Info: Fatty fish known to be adept at swimming against the current. Price: 1,950 Yen - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page 2 16.) Name: Sturgeon Spot: Sei-An City Hits: 3 Strikes Info: Bottom-dwelling fish said to be relatively unchanged by evolution. Price: 6,700 Yen 17.) Name: Giant Catfish Spot: Sei-An City Hits: 3 Strikes Info: Much larger than the norm, this catfish swallows prey whole. Price: 6,800 Yen 18.) Name: Mountain Trout Spot: Agata Forest & Sei-An City Hits: 3 Strikes Info: Fish whose origin are said to remain shrouded in mystery. Price: 3,000 Yen 19.) Name: Cutlass Fish (Story-related – 1 per playthru) Spot: Sei-An City Hits: 3 Strikes Info: Deep-dwelling cutlass-shaped fish displaying great agility. Price: 10,000 Yen 20.) Name: Giant Salmon (Story-related – 1 per playthru) Spot: Agata Forest Hits: 3 Strikes Info: It’s giant size is testament to many journeys up steep waterfalls. Price: 4,900 Yen 21.) Name: Whopper (Story-related – 1 per playthru) Spot: Agata Forest Hits: 3 Strikes Info: Fish that devoured the moon’s reflection on the water’s surface. Price: 5,000 Yen 22.) Name: Starfish Spot: N. Ryoshima Coast Hits: 1 Strike Info: Surviving on shellfish, the odd creature swims with its “fingers”. Price: 400 Yen 23.) Name: Moray Spot: N. Ryoshima Coast Hits: 2 Strikes Info: Brandishing sharp teeth, this eel is best known for it appetite. Price: 3,800 Yen 24.) Name: Loggerhead Tutle Spot: N. Ryoshima Coast Hits: 2 Strikes Info: This lumbering turtle’s slow speed is rivaled only by its hardiness. Price: 3,900 Yen 25.) Name: Sunfish Spot: N. Ryoshima Coast Hits: 3 Strikes Info: Entertaining fish with an odd body shape and humorous expression. Price: 6,900 Yen 26.) Name: Nautilus Spot: N. Ryoshima Coast & Kamui Hits: 1 Strike Info: Around since ancient times, it could be called a living fossil. Price: 2,100 Yen 27.) Name: Clownfish Spot: N. Ryoshima Coast Hits: 1 Strike Info: Its unique colorations makes it a favorite among fish enthusiasts. Price: 350 Yen 28.) Name: Scallop Spot: Kamui Hits: 1 Strike Info: Matured under the waves, these shellfish are loved by all. Price: 550 Yen 29.) Name: Sea Horse Spot: Kamui Hits: 1 Strike Info: Watching this dragon-shaped fish swim is a memorable sight. Price: 600 Yen 30.) Name: Blowfish Spot: N. Ryoshima Coast & Kamui Hits: 1 Strike Info: This round fish secretes a potent toxin from its liver. Price: 1,100 Yen - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page 3 31.) Name: Monkfish Spot: Kamui Hits: 2 Strikes Info: Delicious despite its frightening and grotesque appearance. Price: 8,000 Yen 32.) Name: Octopus Spot: Kamui Hits: 1 Strike Info: 8-legged invertebrate that ejects ink when it feels threatened. Price: 3,000 Yen 33.) Name: Yellowtail Spot: Kamui Hits: 2 Strikes Info: Prized for its delicate flavor, it has a rapid development cycle. Price: 7,500 Yen 34.) Name: Flying Fish Spot: Kamui Hits: 1 Strike Info: Not content with underwater life, this fish often jumps skyward. Price: 1,500 Yen 35.) Name: Squid Spot: Kamui Hits: 1 Strike Info: 10-legged invertebrate that ejects ink when it feels threatened. Price: 2,500 Yen 36.) Name: Bonita Spot: N. Ryoshima Coast Hits: 2 Strikes Info: Dense and Meaty, this fish is perfectly suited for sashimi. Price: 4,000 Yen 37.) Name: Red Snapper Spot: Sei-An & N. Ryoshima Coast Hits: 2 Strikes Info: Fish-of-all-trades used for both food and ceremonial fuctions. Price: 1,800 Yen 38.) Name: Lobster Spot: N. Ryoshima Coast Hits: 1 Strike Info: Powerful and bold, this is truly the majestic king of crustaceans. Price: 1,900 Yen 39.) Name: Stripped Snapper Spot: N. Ryoshima Coast Hits: 1 Strike Info: Beautiful fish prized more for its appearance than its flavor. Price: 900 Yen 40.) Name: Supreme Tuna Spot: Kamui Hits: 3 Strikes Info: This ultimate tuna is said to contain no inedible parts. Price: 14,000 Yen 41.) Name: Manta Spot: N. Ryoshima Coast Hits: 3 Strikes Info: Its unconventional shape makes this fish quite a curious sight. Price: 7,000 Yen 42.) Name: Oarfish Spot: Kumui Hits: 3 Strikes Info: Deep-water fish said to be an emissary from the Dragon Palace. Price: 15,000 Yen 43.) Name: Marlin Spot: N. Ryoshima Coast(Story-related) & Kumui Hits: 3 Strikes Info: The undisputed king of the sea, this majestic fish has no rival. Price: 12,000 Yen = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = VII. Credits = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = - Capcom & Clover Studios for making such a great game. - GameFAQs for putting my FAQ on their site. - 1up for putting my FAQ on their site. - Everyone else who reads my FAQ. Thank you good sirs/madams. = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = VII. Legal Stuff = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Don’t steal/plagiarize/sell anything in this FAQ or use it as your own. Only GameFAQs & 1up are allowed to use it on their site. The author, “MrYucko”, of this FAQ has no affiliation with Capcom or Clover Studios in any way and they hold all intellectual property concerning Okami. = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = VIII. 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