How to Defeat the Exalted One in Fischl's Realm

Unlocking the Rod of the Exalted One in Fisch: A Comprehensive Guide

Only a handful of fishing rods in Fisch are obtainable for free via quests. The Tides of Gold update introduced a new free rod, but acquiring it demands significant time and resources. This guide details how to obtain the Rod of the Exalted One, a free but challenging-to-acquire item.

Locating The Keeper's Secret

The journey begins in Mushgrove Swamp, on one of the main islands. The Keeper's Secret is a well-concealed location. To find it, proceed directly inland from the Shipwright NPC. Upon reaching tall rocks, turn left. You'll discover a visually distinct, darker-colored fake wall. Pass through carefully; the cave is small, containing only an elevator and a dangerous drop shaft. Use the elevator cautiously to avoid a fatal fall. Inside lies The Keeper's Secret, featuring seven differently colored pedestals.

Solving The Keeper's Secret Puzzle

Each of the seven pedestals requires a uniquely mutated Enchant Relic:

• Greedy Relic
• Translucent Relic
• Atlantean Relic
• Crystalized Relic
• Hexed Relic
• Mosaic Relic
• Fossilized Relic

Acquiring these mutated relics typically involves purchasing them from the Merlin NPC and appraising them during Mutation Surge events – a costly endeavor. Once you've obtained all seven correctly mutated relics, place them on their corresponding pedestals. This will reward you with the Rod of the Exalted One and three Exalted Relics.

Rod of the Exalted One Statistics

The Rod of the Exalted One boasts impressive stats, making it ideal for mid-game players. Its unique ability significantly boosts Exalted Relic catch rates.

• Lure Speed: 55%
• Luck: 170%
• Control: 0.15
• Resilience: 20%
• Max Kg: 70000kg
• Ability: 2.5x increased Exalted Relics catch rate.