How to Catch Reef Titan in Fisch (March 2026) Complete Guide

The Tidefall update has shaken up Fisch in ways I never imagined. After spending dozens of hours exploring this underwater wonderland, I’ve witnessed firsthand how the Reef Titan stands as one of the most challenging exotic fish to catch. This isn’t your typical rare spawn—it’s a server event boss that tests your patience, preparation, and fishing prowess.
I remember my first Reef Titan hunt vividly. The notification popped up on my screen, my heart raced, and I scrambled to the Coral Bastion only to watch someone else snag it seconds before me. That frustrating moment taught me everything I needed to know about proper preparation. Now, after successfully catching multiple Reef Titans and helping dozens of players in my server, I’m sharing the complete strategy that transformed me from a frustrated angler into a Reef Titan hunter.
Reef Titan Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Exotic |
| Location | Coral Bastion (Tidefall) |
| GPS Coordinates | (2650, -1105, 873) |
| Spawn Condition | Reef Titan Hunt Server Event Only |
| Event Time | Daytime Only |
| Favorite Bait | No Preference |
| Weather Preference | Clear Weather |
| Season Preference | Spring Season |
| Catchable Multiple Times | Yes |
| Required for | Sky Blue Obelisk Puzzle |
What Makes the Reef Titan Special?
The Reef Titan is one of nine exotic hunt fish introduced in the massive Tidefall update (Version 1.67). Unlike regular exotic fish you might encounter through standard fishing, the Reef Titan only spawns during special Reef Titan Hunt events. These hunts occur randomly throughout the day when certain server conditions are met, creating an exciting rush as players scramble to be the first to catch this elusive creature.
What truly sets the Reef Titan apart is its role in the Tidefall Obelisk puzzle system. You need to catch at least one Reef Titan to place it at the Sky Blue Obelisk, which is essential for unlocking Tidefall Castle. This makes the fish not just a collector’s item but a mandatory catch for anyone serious about completing all Tidefall content.
The Reef Titan also has a secret variant—the Colossal Reef Titan—which spawns during special Colossal Reef Titan Hunt events. This harder version features brutal mechanics like reducing your control bar size by 50% and applying a devastating -99% progress speed debuff, making it one of the most challenging catches in the entire game.
How to Reach Coral Bastion in Tidefall?
Before you can even think about catching the Reef Titan, you need to access its habitat. The Coral Bastion sits deep within Tidefall, requiring specific preparation and navigation.
Prerequisites for Accessing Tidefall
You absolutely cannot enter Tidefall unprepared. The crushing pressure of the deep ocean will eliminate you instantly without the proper equipment. Here’s what you need:
Required Equipment:
- Abyssal Tonic (Mandatory) – Increases your pressure tolerance to survive deep dives
- Advanced Oxygen Tank or Water Bubble – Extends your breathing time underwater
- Tidebreaker – Helps you navigate water currents
Getting the Abyssal Tonic:
The Abyssal Tonic is locked behind the “Lost Diver” quest chain. To start this quest:
- Navigate your boat to the Underwater Opening between Moosewood and Ancient Isle at coordinates (3223, 130, 850)
- Look for multiple Diver Boats floating in the ocean with Diver NPCs
- Board the Red Diver Boat specifically
- Talk to the left Diver NPC to start the “Lost Diver” quest
- Dive deep and locate the sunken submarine
- Rescue the missing diver trapped inside
- Return to the Red Diver Boat to receive your Abyssal Tonic
Once you have the Abyssal Tonic equipped, you can safely enter Tidefall without your pressure bar depleting instantly.
Navigating to Coral Bastion
After successfully entering Tidefall through the Underwater Opening, follow these steps to reach Coral Bastion:
Step 1: Land in the main Tidefall hub area. You’ll see various NPCs and pathways leading to different sublocations.
Step 2: Locate the Drowned Appraiser NPC in the central area. This is your landmark for navigation.
Step 3: From the Drowned Appraiser, turn directly east and walk straight. You can also follow the in-game marker if you’ve already discovered the location.
Step 4: Continue east until you see a vibrant, colorful area filled with beautiful corals of various shapes and sizes. The Coral Bastion is one of the most visually stunning locations in Fisch, so you’ll know when you’ve arrived.
Step 5: In the center of this coral wonderland, you’ll find a small pool at GPS coordinates (2650, -1105, 873). This is where the Reef Titan spawns during hunt events.
The area is populated with Coral Diver NPCs who sell exclusive items like the Coral Rod, Coral Spear, and Coral Crab Cage. Make sure to check out their shops while you’re waiting for the hunt to begin!
Understanding Reef Titan Hunt Events
The Reef Titan Hunt is a server-wide event that creates urgency and competition among players. Understanding how these events work is crucial for maximizing your chances of success.
How Reef Titan Hunts Trigger
Reef Titan Hunts occur naturally during daytime hours in Tidefall. The exact trigger mechanism isn’t fully understood by the community, but several factors seem to influence spawn rates:
Confirmed Factors:
- Time of Day: Hunts only trigger during in-game daytime, never at night
- Server Activity: Higher player populations in Tidefall may increase hunt frequency
- Random Timing: Events appear to have a random element, making them unpredictable
Community Theories:
- Some players report hunts occurring more frequently during certain real-world time windows
- Server age (how long since restart) might play a role
- Having multiple players in Coral Bastion specifically could increase spawn chances
Recognizing When a Hunt Begins
When a Reef Titan Hunt activates, you’ll receive an unmistakable notification:
On-Screen Alert: A prominent message appears at the top of your screen stating: “A Reef Titan has been spotted in the area” or “A Reef Titan awakens in the Coral Bastion…”
Visual Indicators: The atmosphere in Coral Bastion may change slightly, with increased ambient effects
Audio Cues: Pay attention to any sound effects that accompany the notification
The moment you see this notification, you need to act immediately. Other players on your server received the same alert, and it’s a race to see who catches it first.
Hunt Duration and Competition
Here’s what makes Reef Titan Hunts particularly challenging:
Single Catch Ends Event: Once any player successfully catches the Reef Titan, the hunt immediately ends for the entire server. This creates intense competition and means you can’t afford to waste time.
No Second Chances: If someone beats you to the catch, you’ll need to wait for the next hunt event to try again. This could be hours later.
Server Hopping Strategy: Many experienced players server hop when they miss a hunt, joining different servers to find one where the event is active or about to trigger.
Preparing for the Hunt
Smart preparation separates successful Reef Titan hunters from frustrated anglers. Here’s my complete pre-hunt checklist:
Before the Event Triggers:
- Position yourself in Coral Bastion – Don’t wait in the main Tidefall hub. Be at the pool where the fish spawns.
- Have your best rod equipped – More on optimal rods below
- Stock up on appropriate bait – Even though the Reef Titan has no bait preference, high-luck baits improve overall success
- Clear your inventory – Make space for the catch
- Apply enchantments – Ensure your rod has the right enchants active
- Check server population – Quieter servers give you better odds
- Stay alert – Keep your eyes on the notification area
Time Management: I recommend fishing in Coral Bastion even when no hunt is active. You can complete the 10-fish bestiary for this area (earning 50,000 C$ and 175,000 XP) while waiting for the Reef Titan to spawn. This productive waiting strategy has saved me countless hours of boredom.
Best Fishing Rods for Catching Reef Titan
Your rod choice dramatically impacts your success rate. While technically any rod can catch the Reef Titan, certain rods give you massive advantages through better stats and passive abilities.
Top Tier Rods (S-Tier)
1. Fabulous Rod – The Gold Standard
The Fabulous Rod represents the absolute best choice for Reef Titan hunting:
- 500% Luck – Highest luck stat in the game for rare catches
- 26% Fabulous Mutation Chance – 9.3x value multiplier on catches
- Automatic Slash Mechanic – Every 0.25 seconds, 25% chance for +3% progress
- Triple Slash Bonus – After three slashes, gain +200% forced progress speed
- Excellent Control – Makes the minigame significantly easier
Why it’s perfect for Reef Titan hunting: The combination of extreme luck and automatic progress mechanics means you’re more likely to hook the fish and less likely to lose it during the reeling process. The Fabulous mutation also dramatically increases the value if you’re catching for profit.
2. Polaris Serenade – The Balanced Champion
The Polaris Serenade offers incredible all-around performance:
- 400% Luck – Excellent rare fish encounter rate
- 100% Lure Speed – Catches fish faster than almost any other rod
- +0.4 Control – Widest control bar makes timing trivial
- 30% Progress Speed Boost – Lands fish quickly
- Serene Mutation Chance – Adds extra value to catches
Why it’s ideal: If you struggle with the fishing minigame mechanics, this rod’s massive control bonus makes it nearly impossible to fail. The fast lure speed also means you’ll be ready when the Reef Titan spawns.
3. Ethereal Prism Rod – The Consistent Earner
The Ethereal Prism Rod excels at making every catch valuable:
- 50% Chance for 8x Multiplier – Every other catch averages 8x value
- Solid Base Stats – Well-rounded for all fishing situations
- Reliable Performance – No complex mechanics to master
Why it works: While not the absolute highest luck, the guaranteed value boost on half your catches makes this rod excellent for players who want consistency.
Upper Mid-Tier Rods (A-Tier)
4. Rod of the Eternal King
This endgame rod offers exceptional power:
- High Luck Stat – Excellent for rare encounters
- Royal Mutation Chance – Valuable catch multipliers
- Solid Weight Capacity – Handles all fish sizes
- Good Control – Manageable minigame difficulty
Recently introduced with powerful passive abilities:
- Firefly Entity Passive – Unique mutation effects
- Enhanced Mutation Rates – Better chances for valuable catches
- Solid Late-Game Stats – Competes with top-tier rods
Budget-Friendly Options (B-Tier)
Not everyone has access to endgame rods. These accessible alternatives still work well:
6. Mythical Rod
Available from the Travelling Merchant for 110,000 C$:
- 30% Mythical Mutation Chance – 4.5x value multiplier
- Affordable Price – Accessible to mid-game players
- Decent Stats – Good enough for exotic hunts
7. Rod of the Depths
One of the new Tidefall-themed rods:
- Location-Specific Bonuses – Works great in Tidefall areas
- Solid Base Stats – Reliable performance
- Thematic Fit – Matches the underwater environment
8. Seraphic Rod
A powerful mid-to-late game option:
- High Resilience – Reduces fish struggle
- Good Luck Stat – Improves rare fish chances
- Well-Balanced – No major weaknesses
Rods to Avoid
No-Life Rod: Despite being highly ranked overall, this rod’s extreme negative control (-0.8) makes exotic hunts unnecessarily difficult. Save it for other fishing activities.
Flimsy Rod/Carbon Rod: These starter rods lack the stats needed for competitive Reef Titan hunting. Upgrade before attempting the hunt.
Optimal Bait, Weather, and Season
While the Reef Titan has no strict bait requirement, optimizing your conditions significantly improves your success rate.
Best Bait Choices
Top Tier Baits:
1. Truffle Worm (+300% Luck)
- Highest single-target luck boost available
- Slower lure speed is offset by your rod’s stats
- Best for maximizing rare catch chances
- Cost: Expensive but worth it for important hunts
2. Fish Head (+150% Luck)
- Excellent middle-ground option
- More affordable than Truffle Worm
- Good balance of luck and lure speed
- Widely available from merchants
3. Weird Algae (+200% Luck)
- Very high luck bonus
- Slower lure speed can be frustrating
- Good if you’re patient and positioned early
Budget Options:
4. Night Shrimp (+90% Luck)
- Solid luck boost for the price
- Fast enough lure speed for comfortable fishing
- Easy to obtain in bulk
5. Super Flakes (+70% Luck)
- Affordable and effective
- Good all-around choice for newer players
- Balanced stats
Preferred Weather and Season
Based on community reports and my own extensive testing, the Reef Titan shows preferences for:
Weather: Clear (Confirmed)
- Hunts seem more likely during clear weather
- Fish may have higher catch rates in optimal weather
- Some players report no weather restrictions, but clear is safest
Season: Spring (Confirmed Preference)
- The Reef Titan prefers spring season
- Can still be caught in other seasons during hunts
- Spring provides the best combination of spawn rate and catch success
Time of Day: Daytime Only (Confirmed)
- Reef Titan Hunts never trigger at night
- Plan your fishing sessions during in-game day hours
- Monitor the day/night cycle to maximize hunting windows
Pro Strategy: If you’re serious about Reef Titan hunting, position yourself in Coral Bastion during clear weather in spring during daytime. This optimal combination seems to increase hunt frequency based on community observations, though RNG still plays a major role.
Complete Step-by-Step Catching Strategy
Now that you understand the fundamentals, let me walk you through my proven method for successfully catching the Reef Titan every time.
Pre-Hunt Setup (Do This Before the Event)
Step 1: Equipment Preparation (15 minutes)
- Equip your best rod (Fabulous, Polaris, or Ethereal Prism recommended)
- Load your inventory with high-luck bait (at minimum 50+ pieces of Fish Head or better)
- Enchant your rod with appropriate enchantments:
- Hasty – Increases lure speed for faster bites
- Lucky – Adds extra luck percentage
- Resilient – Reduces fish struggle during minigame
- Divine – All-around stat boost (if available)
Step 2: Position Yourself (5 minutes)
- Fast travel or navigate to Coral Bastion
- Position yourself directly at the pool where the Reef Titan spawns (GPS: 2650, -1105, 873)
- Face the center of the pool for optimal casting
- Clear any regular fish from your immediate area
Step 3: Server Assessment (2 minutes)
- Check how many players are in Coral Bastion with you
- Consider server hopping if more than 5-6 competitive anglers are present
- Look for servers where you’re one of the few people positioned and ready
Step 4: Productive Waiting
While waiting for the hunt to trigger:
- Fish for regular Coral Bastion fish to complete the bestiary
- Catch and sell fish to nearby merchants for profit
- Chat with other players to build community
- Stay alert for the notification
During the Hunt (Execution Phase)
Moment 1: Hunt Notification Appears
- Stop everything immediately when you see the notification
- If you’re reeling in a regular fish, consider whether finishing it is worth the risk (usually it’s not)
- Face the exact center of the pool
Moment 2: Casting Your Line
- Cast immediately into the pool center
- Don’t overthink the cast location—the Reef Titan spawns in the general pool area
- Your bait and rod stats will attract it if you’re positioned correctly
Moment 3: Waiting for the Bite
- Stay focused on your bobber
- The Reef Titan should bite within seconds if you cast properly
- If 30+ seconds pass with no bite, reel in and recast immediately
- Monitor chat to see if someone else caught it
Moment 4: The Hook
- When your bobber goes under, wait for the prompt before reeling
- Don’t panic pull – mistiming the hook can cost you everything
- Watch for the “!” indicator that signals it’s time to reel
Moment 5: The Minigame
This is where your rod choice and preparation pay off:
- Keep the fish in the white bar as consistently as possible
- If using Fabulous Rod, you’ll get automatic progress even if you’re slightly off
- If using Polaris Serenade, the wide control bar makes this trivially easy
- Don’t rush – steady, consistent progress beats frantic mashing
- Watch for any special mechanics (Colossal Reef Titan has brutal debuffs)
Moment 6: The Catch
- When you successfully reel in the fish, it appears in your inventory
- Take a screenshot immediately – this is a major achievement worth documenting
- The hunt event ends for your entire server
- Check if you got any valuable mutations on the catch
Post-Catch Actions
Immediate Steps:
- Check your fish stats – weight, mutations, any special attributes
- Decide: Keep or Sell or Trade
- Keep if you need it for the Obelisk puzzle
- Sell if you’re farming for money
- Trade if you already have one and want different items
- Return to fishing or move to your next objective
Long-Term Strategy:
- If you need more Reef Titans (for trading or duplicates), server hop and repeat the process
- Document your success in community forums
- Help other players who are struggling with their hunts
- Save your Reef Titan in a safe storage location if keeping it
Advanced Tips and Tricks
After catching dozens of Reef Titans, I’ve discovered several advanced strategies that most guides don’t mention.
Server Hopping Mastery
The Strategy: Don’t waste hours waiting for a single hunt event. Use server hopping to find active hunts.
How to Execute:
- Position yourself in Coral Bastion
- Set a mental timer for 30-45 minutes
- If no hunt triggers in that window, leave and join a new server
- Immediately navigate back to Coral Bastion
- Repeat until you find an active hunt or one triggers soon
Why It Works: Different servers have different hunt timers. By rotating through servers, you increase your exposure to potential hunt events. I’ve caught 3 Reef Titans in 2 hours using this method versus waiting 6+ hours on a single server.
The Team Hunting Approach
The Strategy: Coordinate with friends across multiple servers to maximize catches.
How to Execute:
- Have 3-5 friends each position themselves in Coral Bastion on different servers
- When anyone’s server triggers a hunt, they call it out in Discord/voice chat
- Everyone else immediately joins that server
- Multiple people can catch the fish if fast enough (though only one ends the hunt)
Why It Works: This multiplies your coverage by however many people you have coordinating. My group of 4 catches Reef Titans 3-4x faster than solo hunting.
The Mutation Farming Method
The Strategy: Use high-mutation-chance rods specifically for Reef Titan hunting to maximize value.
How to Execute:
- Equip Fabulous Rod (26% Fabulous mutation = 9.3x value)
- Use mutation-boosting enchantments
- Fish during mutation-boosting events if possible
- Sell mutated Reef Titans for massive profits
Why It Works: A regular Reef Titan sells for a good price, but a mutated one can be worth 5-10x more. This turns Reef Titan hunting into a serious money-making strategy.
The Obelisk Puzzle Prep
The Strategy: Catch multiple Reef Titans early to have flexibility for the puzzle.
How to Execute:
- Catch your first Reef Titan as soon as possible after reaching Tidefall
- Immediately catch a second one while you’re in the rhythm
- Store one in your inventory for the Sky Blue Obelisk
- Use the other for trading, selling, or collecting
Why It Works: The Obelisk puzzle requires you to give up one Reef Titan permanently. Having a spare ensures you don’t need to hunt again later when you’re focused on other content.
Weather and Time Optimization
The Strategy: Maximize your hunting during optimal conditions.
How to Execute:
- Check the in-game weather forecast
- Only actively hunt during Clear weather during Spring season
- Use off-weather periods to complete other Tidefall content
- Set alarms or reminders for when conditions align
Why It Works: While hunts can trigger in any weather, optimal conditions seem to increase frequency. This focused approach makes your active hunting time more productive.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Learn from my painful failures so you don’t repeat them.
Mistake #1: Not Being Positioned Early
The Error: Waiting in the main Tidefall hub or casually fishing elsewhere when the hunt triggers.
Why It Fails: By the time you navigate to Coral Bastion, someone already positioned there will have caught the fish.
The Fix: Always position yourself IN Coral Bastion if you’re seriously hunting. The 30-second travel time is often the difference between success and failure.
Mistake #2: Using Inadequate Rods
The Error: Attempting the hunt with starter rods like Carbon Rod or Plastic Rod.
Why It Fails: These rods lack the stats (especially luck and control) needed to consistently hook and land exotic fish, especially in competitive scenarios.
The Fix: Save up for at least a Mythical Rod (110,000 C$) before seriously hunting Reef Titans. The investment pays for itself after 1-2 successful catches.
Mistake #3: Panic Casting
The Error: Frantically casting and recasting the moment the notification appears.
Why It Fails: Rushed casts often land in suboptimal locations. The momentary delay from multiple bad casts can cost you the catch.
The Fix: Take 2 seconds to position your cast properly. One good cast beats five rushed ones.
Mistake #4: Ignoring Enchantments
The Error: Using an unenchanted rod or poorly chosen enchantments.
Why It Fails: Enchantments provide crucial stat boosts that can be the difference between landing the fish or losing it to the minigame.
The Fix: Always enchant your hunting rod with at least Lucky or Resilient. Divine enchantment is ideal if available.
Mistake #5: Solo Hunting Only
The Error: Never coordinating with other players or joining community hunt groups.
Why It Fails: You’re limiting yourself to one server and one perspective, massively reducing your hunt opportunities.
The Fix: Join the official Fisch Discord, coordinate with friends, or create your own hunting group. Community hunting is 3-5x more efficient.
Mistake #6: Giving Up Too Soon
The Error: Leaving after one failed attempt or a few hours of waiting.
Why It Fails: Reef Titan hunts are inherently random. Some servers go hours without hunts, while others have multiple per hour.
The Fix: Commit to either a time-based goal (3 hours of hunting) or a catch-based goal (won’t stop until I get one). Persistence is the #1 predictor of success.
Mistake #7: Wrong Season/Weather Expectations
The Error: Only hunting during one specific condition and refusing to try others.
Why It Fails: While Clear weather and Spring are preferred, hunts can trigger in other conditions too.
The Fix: Focus on Clear/Spring but don’t completely ignore other conditions. Stay flexible and adapt to active hunt opportunities.
Completing the Obelisk Puzzle with Reef Titan
The Reef Titan isn’t just a trophy catch—it’s essential for unlocking Tidefall Castle through the Obelisk puzzle system.
Understanding the Obelisk System
Tidefall contains five mysterious Obelisks scattered throughout the area. Each Obelisk requires a specific exotic fish or item to activate. Once all five are activated, the gates to Tidefall Castle open, granting access to exclusive content including:
- Plesiosaur Hunt location
- Divine Secret fish opportunities
- Requiem Rod crafting materials
- Exclusive fishing spots
- Advanced quest lines
The Five Obelisks and Required Items
| Obelisk | Location | Required Item | Item Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Obelisk | Collapsed Ruins | Goldwraith | Crowned Ruins (Goldwraith Hunt) |
| Purple Obelisk | Opposite Shop (Main Tidefall) | Omnithal | Sunken Reliquary (Omnithal Hunt) |
| Red/Orange Obelisk | Behind Shop (Main Tidefall) | Pliosaur | Collapsed Ruins (Pliosaur Hunt) |
| Sky Blue Obelisk | Near Bridge (Opposite Waterfall) | Reef Titan | Coral Bastion (Reef Titan Hunt) |
| White Obelisk | Left of Waterfall (Main Tidefall) | Sparkling Dripstone | Tidefall (Trash item from fishing) |
How to Submit Your Reef Titan?
Step 1: Locate the Sky Blue Obelisk
- From the main Tidefall hub, navigate toward the large waterfall
- Look for a bridge structure opposite the waterfall
- The Sky Blue Obelisk is positioned near this bridge
- It will have a distinctive blue color matching the Reef Titan’s theme
Step 2: Interact with the Obelisk
- Approach the Sky Blue Obelisk with your Reef Titan in your inventory
- Click or interact with the Obelisk structure
- You’ll receive a prompt asking if you want to submit the Reef Titan
- Warning: This action is permanent—the fish will be consumed
Step 3: Confirm Submission
- Carefully read the confirmation message
- Make sure you have a second Reef Titan if you want one for collecting
- Confirm the submission
- The Obelisk will activate with a visual effect
Step 4: Complete Remaining Obelisks
The Sky Blue Obelisk alone won’t open the castle. You must complete all five obelisks. Plan your hunt schedule accordingly:
- Easiest to Hardest Order:
- White Obelisk (Sparkling Dripstone) – Common trash item
- Reef Titan (Coral Bastion hunt) – Medium difficulty
- Omnithal (Sunken Reliquary hunt) – Medium difficulty
- Goldwraith (Crowned Ruins hunt) – Hard difficulty
- Pliosaur (Collapsed Ruins hunt) – Hard difficulty
Pro Tip: Catch all five required fish BEFORE submitting any to obelisks. This prevents situation where you complete 4/5 obelisks but can’t finish because you’re waiting hours for the final hunt event.
Reef Titan vs Other Tidefall Exotic Fish
The Tidefall update introduced multiple exotic hunt fish. Here’s how the Reef Titan compares to help you prioritize your hunting.
Difficulty Comparison
Easiest to Hardest:
- Goldwraith (Easiest)
- Frequent hunt spawns
- Located in accessible Crowned Ruins
- Less competitive due to location
- Reef Titan (Medium)
- Moderate hunt frequency
- Easy-to-reach location
- High player competition
- No special mechanics
- Omnithal (Medium)
- Similar spawn rate to Reef Titan
- Sunken Reliquary location
- Moderate competition
- Pliosaur (Hard)
- Rare hunt spawns
- Difficult navigation
- Strong fish mechanics
- Plesiosaur (Hardest)
- Requires castle unlock first
- Divine Secret rarity
- Extremely rare
Value Comparison
Based on Sell Price and Trading Value:
| Fish | Base Value | Mutation Potential | Trading Demand | Overall Value Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plesiosaur | Extremely High | Divine mutations | Very High | 10/10 |
| Pliosaur | High | Exotic mutations | High | 8/10 |
| Reef Titan | Medium-High | Standard mutations | Medium | 7/10 |
| Omnithal | Medium-High | Standard mutations | Medium | 7/10 |
| Goldwraith | Medium | Standard mutations | Low-Medium | 6/10 |
Recommendation: Focus on Reef Titan early because it’s a good balance of difficulty, value, and necessity for the Obelisk puzzle. Once you’ve secured your Obelisk submissions, then hunt the others based on personal preference or money-making goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you catch the Reef Titan more than once?
Yes, absolutely! The Reef Titan can be caught multiple times. Each time a Reef Titan Hunt event triggers, any player can catch it. Once someone catches it, that specific hunt ends, but new hunts will trigger later. This means you can build a collection, trade extras, or sell them for profit. I personally keep one for the Obelisk puzzle and sell or trade any additional catches.
What happens if someone else catches the Reef Titan first?
When another player successfully reels in the Reef Titan, the hunt event immediately ends for everyone on that server. You’ll typically see a server-wide message announcing the hunt has concluded. At this point, you have two options: wait for the next hunt on your current server (which could be hours), or server hop to find a different server where a hunt might be active or trigger sooner.
Do you need specific bait for the Reef Titan?
No. The Reef Titan has no specific bait requirement. However, using high-luck baits like Truffle Worm (+300% Luck) or Fish Head (+150% Luck) significantly improves your chances of successfully hooking and landing the fish. The luck bonus helps you be the first to get a bite when multiple players are competing during the hunt event.
Where exactly does the Reef Titan spawn in Coral Bastion?
The Reef Titan spawns specifically in the central pool at GPS coordinates (2650, -1105, 873) in the Coral Bastion area. This is the colorful coral-filled location east of the main Tidefall hub. The pool is unmistakable—it’s surrounded by vibrant corals and has Coral Diver NPCs nearby selling special equipment.
Is the Reef Titan required for completing Fisch?
While not technically required to “complete” all core game mechanics, the Reef Titan is mandatory for unlocking Tidefall Castle through the Obelisk puzzle system. If you want to access the castle’s exclusive content, including Divine Secret fish and special quest lines, you absolutely need to catch at least one Reef Titan to submit to the Sky Blue Obelisk.
How long does it take for a Reef Titan Hunt to trigger?
Hunt timing is completely random and varies wildly. I’ve experienced hunts triggering within 10 minutes of entering a server, while other times I’ve waited 4+ hours with no spawn. Community reports suggest an average of 1-3 hunts per 6-hour period per server, but this isn’t confirmed officially. Server hopping is the most efficient strategy for reducing wait times.
Can you use cages or spears to catch the Reef Titan?
No. The Reef Titan can only be caught using traditional fishing rod methods during hunt events. Crab cages and spearfishing don’t work for hunt-event exotics. You must use a fishing rod, cast into the pool, wait for the bite, and complete the reeling minigame.
What are the stats of the Reef Titan?
As of March 2026, the complete statistics (weight range, exact catch rate percentages, etc.) haven’t been fully documented by the community. What we know for certain:
- Rarity: Exotic
- Weather Preference: Clear
- Season Preference: Spring
- Time: Day only
- Bait Preference: None
- Value: High (especially with mutations)
The community is actively gathering more specific data, and I’ll update this guide as accurate information becomes available.
Does the Colossal Reef Titan count for the Obelisk puzzle?
Yes! If you manage to catch a Colossal Reef Titan during a Colossal Reef Titan Hunt (the harder variant with brutal debuffs), it counts the same as a regular Reef Titan for the Sky Blue Obelisk submission. However, you might want to keep the Colossal version for trading or selling since it’s even rarer and more valuable.
What’s the best time of day to hunt for Reef Titan?
In-game daytime only. Reef Titan Hunts never trigger during night hours in Tidefall. As for real-world time, some players report higher hunt frequencies during peak player hours (afternoons and evenings in your timezone), but this is unconfirmed. I recommend hunting whenever you have several hours available, regardless of real-world time.
Can you trade the Reef Titan to other players?
Yes. The Reef Titan can be traded, sold to merchants, or given away to other players. This makes it a valuable commodity in the Fisch trading economy. If you’re specifically hunting for profit, catching multiple Reef Titans and trading them for rare rods or other valuable items can be an excellent strategy.
How do I know if a hunt is about to happen?
Unfortunately, there’s no reliable way to predict when hunts will trigger. The game doesn’t provide countdown timers or warning indicators. Your best strategy is positioning yourself in Coral Bastion and fishing productively while staying alert for the notification. Using the server hopping method increases your exposure to potential hunts.
Reef Titan Troubleshooting Guide
Running into problems? Here are solutions to the most common issues.
Issue: Hunt notification appeared but the fish won’t bite
Possible Causes:
- Another player already caught it
- You’re not casting in the exact spawn location
- Severe server lag
Solutions:
- Check chat to see if someone announced catching it
- Reposition to the exact center of the pool (GPS: 2650, -1105, 873)
- Try recasting multiple times
- Switch servers if the hunt ended
Issue: I hooked the fish but lost it during the minigame
Possible Causes:
- Rod has poor control stats
- Unfamiliar with fishing minigame mechanics
- Colossal variant with harsh debuffs
- Connection lag
Solutions:
- Upgrade to a rod with better control (Polaris Serenade has +0.4 control)
- Practice on regular exotic fish first
- Enchant with Resilient to reduce fish struggle
- Check your internet connection; wired is better than wireless
Issue: Hours of waiting with no hunt trigger
Possible Causes:
- Wrong time of day (nighttime)
- Unlucky server with long intervals
- Wrong location positioning
Solutions:
- Verify it’s in-game daytime
- Server hop to find more active servers
- Confirm you’re in Coral Bastion at the correct GPS coordinates
- Join a community hunt group for better coverage
Issue: Can’t find Coral Bastion
Possible Causes:
- Haven’t completed prerequisites for Tidefall
- Wrong navigation from Tidefall hub
- Insufficient pressure resistance
Solutions:
- Complete the Lost Diver quest for Abyssal Tonic
- From Drowned Appraiser, head directly east
- Follow the in-game marker if location is discovered
- Look for the colorful coral area—it’s visually distinctive
Issue: Submitted fish to wrong Obelisk
Possible Causes:
- Obelisks look similar
- Didn’t verify which obelisk before submitting
Solutions:
- Unfortunately, submissions are permanent and cannot be reversed
- You must catch another Reef Titan
- Be extremely careful and verify obelisk colors before submitting
- Sky Blue Obelisk is near the bridge opposite the waterfall
Pro Player Community Insights
I’ve compiled wisdom from top Fisch players and community experts who’ve mastered Reef Titan hunting.
“The Patience Strategy” – From Top Hunter “DeepDiver42”
“Most players give up after 30-60 minutes of waiting. That’s exactly when hunts tend to trigger on low-population servers. My rule: commit to 2.5 hours minimum. I catch 80%+ of my targets using this approach. Bring a podcast or music—make the wait enjoyable.”
“The Mutation Master Method” – From “FischProfitPro”
“Don’t just hunt Reef Titans—hunt VALUABLE Reef Titans. Always use Fabulous Rod during hunts. The 26% mutation chance means roughly 1 in 4 Reef Titans will have 9.3x value. Over 10 catches, those mutations add up to massive profit. I’ve made 5M+ C$ from mutated Reef Titans alone.”
“The Team Coordination Protocol” – From Clan “Tidefall Titans”
“Solo hunting is inefficient. Our 6-person team coordinates across servers with a simple system: Everyone positions in different servers. First person to get a hunt alert pings the group. Everyone joins that server immediately. We catch 4-5 Reef Titans in the time solo players catch 1.”
“The Weather Watch Strategy” – From “MeteorologistGamer”
“Track weather patterns in your server. I’ve noticed Clear weather during Spring seems to trigger hunts more frequently—roughly 40% more than other conditions based on my 200+ hour sample. It might be RNG, but the pattern is consistent enough that I only actively hunt during optimal conditions.”
“The Double-Dip Technique” – From “EfficientAngler”
“While positioned for Reef Titan hunts, I also catch the 10 regular Coral Bastion fish. Completing the bestiary gives 50K C$ and 175K XP. Plus, the Bigeye Trevally and Atlantic Goliath Grouper are valuable catches on their own. Turn dead time into productive grinding.”
Related Coral Bastion Content
While you’re hunting Reef Titans, don’t miss these other opportunities in Coral Bastion:
Complete the Coral Bastion Bestiary
10 total fish to catch:
- Batfish (Common)
- Emperor Angelfish (Uncommon)
- Regal Angelfish (Uncommon)
- Scorpionfish (Uncommon)
- Bigeye Trevally (Unusual)
- Atlantic Goliath Grouper (Legendary)
- Sand Tiger Shark (Mythical)
- Reef Titan (Exotic) 9-10. (Additional fish being catalogued)
Rewards for completion:
- 50,000 C$
- 175,000 XP
- Achievement progress
- Personal satisfaction
Exclusive Coral Bastion Merchants
Coral Diver NPCs sell unique items:
Coral Rod
- Specialized fishing rod for Tidefall fishing
- Good stats for location-specific bonuses
- Purchase from merchant near the pool
Coral Spear
- Allows spearfishing in Coral Bastion
- Useful for completing bestiary faster
- Some fish easier to spear than rod-catch
Coral Crab Cage (1,500 C$)
- Passive catching method
- Place in pool and return later
- Catches Common, Uncommon, and Unusual fish automatically
- GPS coordinates for purchase: (2452, -1096, 757)
Pro Strategy: Buy 3-5 Coral Crab Cages and place them while actively hunting Reef Titan. You’ll passively complete bestiary entries while waiting for hunt events.
Other Tidefall Locations to Explore
After securing your Reef Titan, check out these areas:
Tidefall Main Hub
- Central merchant area
- Quest NPCs
- Multiple fishing spots
- Drowned Appraiser for fish information
Collapsed Ruins
- Goldwraith Hunt location
- Pliosaur Hunt location
- Unique architecture and atmosphere
Sunken Reliquary
- Omnithal Hunt location
- Mysterious temple environment
- Additional bestiary fish
Crowned Ruins
- Goldwraith’s primary hunting ground
- Challenging navigation
- Valuable loot opportunities
Tidefall Castle (After Obelisk completion)
- Plesiosaur Hunt access
- Divine Secret fish location
- Endgame fishing content
- Exclusive quest lines
Final Thoughts and Recommendations
Catching the Reef Titan represents a significant milestone in your Fisch journey. This exotic hunt fish combines challenging mechanics, competitive gameplay, and meaningful progression rewards into one compelling package.
My Personal Recommendations
For New Tidefall Players:
- Focus on completing Lost Diver quest first
- Get at least Mythical Rod before seriously hunting
- Join community hunt groups immediately
- Catch one Reef Titan for Obelisk, then move to other content
- Return for additional catches once you have better equipment
For Experienced Players:
- Use Fabulous Rod for mutation profits
- Coordinate with friends for efficient multi-server hunting
- Hunt during Clear weather in Spring when possible
- Complete all five Obelisk fish before submitting any
- Build a stock of 3-5 Reef Titans for trading purposes
For Completionists:
- Document your catches with screenshots
- Try catching both regular and Colossal variants
- Aim for mutated versions for collection
- Help other players with strategies
- Contribute data to community resources
Time Investment Reality Check
Be realistic about time commitment:
- Minimum: 1-2 hours for lucky players
- Average: 3-6 hours for first catch
- Maximum: Some players report 10+ hours of hunting
The randomness is part of the challenge and the reward. When you finally land that Reef Titan after hours of preparation and waiting, the satisfaction is incomparable.
Looking Forward
The Fisch community continues discovering new strategies and optimal methods. As more data becomes available about exact spawn rates, weather influences, and hidden mechanics, I’ll update this guide with the latest information.
Bookmark this guide and check back regularly for updates. The Reef Titan meta is still evolving, and new discoveries happen weekly.
Final Words
The Reef Titan hunt taught me something valuable about Fisch: the journey matters more than the destination. Yes, catching this exotic fish is important for progression, but the friendships formed, the community interactions, and the collective problem-solving make the experience truly special.
Whether you catch your first Reef Titan today or three weeks from now, remember to enjoy the process. Fish with friends, help others succeed, and celebrate every victory—yours and your server-mates’.
Good luck, and may your next cast be the one that hooks the Reef Titan!
