Want to break out of the routine grind and test your skills in Fisch? Then it’s time to head down to Moosewood’s beach and chat with an NPC who lives up to their name — Challenges. This quirky character isn’t just for show; they’re the gateway to a variety of time-limited objectives with some seriously valuable rewards.
Let’s break down in this Fisch Challenges Guide and how the Challenges system works, what you can earn, and the best way to maximize your grind.
Fisch Challenges Guide – All Rewards, Locations & Tips
Where to Find the Challenges NPC in FISCH
You’ll find Challenges standing right at the center of Moosewood’s beach, nestled comfortably between the Leaderboards and Captain Ahab. You can’t miss them — just look for the NPC ready to offer you something… challenging.
Dialogue Overview
Challenges: Hey, looking for something… challenging?
Player Response: Yeahh! I’d like to see the challenges!
(Challenges menu opens)
Player Response: “…” (Ends dialogue)
Simple and straight to the point — one line of dialogue is all it takes to unlock the Challenges menu.
How the Challenges System Works
When you interact with the Challenges NPC, you’ll be shown the Challenges Menu, which splits into two parts:
- Left Side: Your current, active challenges
- Right Side: The list of possible rewards you could earn upon completion
Here’s what you need to know:
- You can only start a new challenge every 15 minutes (cooldown starts after beginning the previous one)
- There are always 9 active challenges available at a time
- Once all 9 are completed, the challenge grid resets, giving you a new batch to work through
This cycle keeps the system fresh and encourages regular check-ins if you’re hunting for specific rewards.
Possible Rewards
Each completed challenge gives you a chance to earn a reward from a loot pool. The drop rates aren’t guaranteed, but here’s what you could score:
| Reward | Drop Rate | Average Challenges Needed | Average Time (Min) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50,000–100,000 XP | 25% | 4.0 | 60 mins (1 hr) |
| 25,000–50,000 C$ | 25% | 4.0 | 60 mins (1 hr) |
| Golden Tentacle ×5–15 | 25% | 4.0 | 60 mins (1 hr) |
| Exalted Relic ×2–4 | 12% | 8.33 | 124.95 mins (2.1 hrs) |
| Glitched Potion ×1 | 8% | 12.5 | 187.5 mins (3.1 hrs) |
| Coral Skin Crate | 2% | 50.0 | 750 mins (12.5 hrs) |
As you can see, the rarer the item, the longer it’ll take on average to grind out. But even common rewards like XP and currency are worthwhile for steady progression.
What Are the Possible Challenges?
While the exact list of challenges isn’t revealed, players report a variety of task types, such as:
- Catching rare or specific fish
- Earning a set amount of money
- Crafting or using certain items
- Exploring or traveling to specific locations
- Performing stunts or timed mini-objectives
Each challenge tests a different aspect of gameplay — fishing, exploration, trading, or resource management.
Tips to Maximize Your Challenge Runs
Check In Regularly
With a 15-minute cooldown, setting a timer can help you stay efficient. Even completing 4 challenges per hour gets you close to one solid reward.
Prioritize Fast Challenges First
If you get lucky with simple challenges (like “Catch 3 fish”), knock those out early and rotate to new ones quickly.
Watch for Patterns
If you’re seeing repeat challenge types, you can gear up accordingly (carry extra bait, travel items, etc.).
Go for Volume, Not Just Rarity
Grinding a lot of lower-tier rewards can often be more efficient than hoping for the 2% Coral Skin Crate drop.
Combine with Other Activities
Since many challenges overlap with your regular gameplay (like fishing), you can progress without going out of your way.