How to catch Pokemon... with a rod?
I received an Old Rod from an NPC, but was never given instructions on how to use it. I worked out by standing near a bed of water, I can open my inventory and select the item, and Use it. I also realised it was easier to Register the item, so I could use it without opening by inventory.
However any time I stand near a bed of water and use the item (either from the inventory or my registered key, I suspect there should be no difference) I am greeted with a
. . . . . . . .
Not even a nibble...
The amount of periods vary, and I've found I can press the Action key to cut it short (although I suspect that doesn't help). Every few attempts, I normally get a nibble, but the Pokémon escapes.
. . .
Oh! A bite!
The Pokémon got away...
I played several of the original games on GameBoy (FWIW: Blue, Yellow and Silver) and don't recall having this many problems. I also recall that one only message I ever got in those previous games was
. . . (3 dots)
Not even a nibble...
And one couldn't truncate the procedure.
I feel like my success rate is about 1/20. Is there some special way to catch Pokémon with a rod? Should I or should I not be using the Action key part-way through? Am I just at an unlucky bed of water? I've tried several nearby:
Best Answer
The answer provided by Vemonus is completely correct for this game, and this is actually explained in game, although a little later than desired.
As you enter Route 08 - Wheatfields, there is a sign that reads the following:
Trainer Tips!
When fishing, you need patience and quick reflexes. Wait until the message "Oh! A bite!" appears, then reel it in quick!
This at least ties in
to where you receive a Good Rod, which allows you to catch better Pokémon.
It's worth noting that similar to the first generation games, you will eventually have the option to get a better rod which appears to have a better success rate (I don't have any proof, sorry)
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What Pokémon can be caught with old rod?
For example, an Old Rod is usually only known for letting players encounter Magikarp and the occasional Pok\xe9mon like Tentacool or Goldeen, while the Super Rod will give players access to Gyarados and Poliwhirl.How do you catch fish with a fishing rod?
Relax and let the drag and rod do the work. Just keep the fishing rod up at about a 45-degree angle to the water, aim it straight towards the fish, and be ready to reel when the drag stops moving and buzzing. When the fish slows down and stops taking line off your reel, it's time to go to work.What are rods for in Pokémon?
Fishing Rods are included in the Pok\xe9mon series to allow the player to catch water Pok\xe9mon wherever there is an open water space. There are three different types of rods each allows the player to fish for differing types of Pok\xe9mon.How do you hold a fishing rod in Pokémon sword?
You actually have to look for shadows on the water to use the fishing rod in Pokemon Sword and Shield. Once you've found a shadow or ripple on the water you will want to press the A Button to cast your line. If the rod shakes you need to press the A Button again to reel in the Pokemon.How to Fish \u0026 Catch Pokemons Using Fishing Rod - Pokemon Sword and Shield
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