Copper Rockfish in Fisch are perhaps the fish that should be really “best of” category type common, but somehow are also really rare on the line. Once I had their specific position, timing and bait preferences dialed in, they went from luck of the draw to a virtual certainty in my net.
Short answer: To reel in Copper Rockfish while fishing in Fisch go to the Collapsed Ruins by Tidefall, enter through the Underwater Cave, and use shrimp bait during clear skies in spring or summer hours. Take a solid oxygen tank, fish close to structure and make small controlled casts; they will pay off.
| Factor | Best Choice for Copper Rockfish | Why It Works | What To Avoid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Collapsed Ruins, Tidefall | Region-locked species | Random coastlines, open water |
| Access Route | Underwater Cave | Fastest and easiest routes | Long surface swims |
| Bait Type | Shrimp | Matches their preferred crustaceans | Any random worm or basic lure |
| Season | Spring, Summer | Spawn rate and presence | Late fall, deep winter |
| Time of Day | Daytime (clear weather) | Visibility effects catch rate | Night or stormy conditions |
Where Copper Rockfish Spawn, and Why Collapsed Ruins Matter
I spent hours with my boat on random shorelines the first time I targeted these Copper Rockfish. I made the most progress when I concentrated on Tidefall’s Collapsed Ruins.
Copper Rockfish on Fisch act just like spot-fished reef fish. Then they literally go around hugging rubble, broken walls and pillars instead of steamboating out in the open water. The Collapsed Ruins region more or less is just their playground.
To reach it reliably:
Go to Tidefall and head toward the Underwater Cave opening.
Get a mid to high-level oxygen tank on and dive. I try to have things set up so I can stay down there for at least two or three in-game minutes.
Just swim through the cave and go south toward the ruins. Search for fallen stonework, broken archways and darker patches at the bottom.
Every time I’ve tried to shortcut this and fish outside the ruins, it was nothing but junk loot or the wrong species. If you want to focus on catching Copper Rockfish, stick to the ruins themselves.
Best Season, Time and Weather To Visit
You can get bites technically before and after the ideal window, but if you value your time, dial in how you fish as much as where.
Here is what has been coming up consistently after several multi-trip Copper Rockfish only trips:
Season: They’re most numerous in spring and summer. My highest streak was a 9-day stint in mid-spring where I managed to log nothing but Copper Rockfish.
Time of Day: I’ve had the best luck between morning until late afternoon. Sweet spots: Early morning and mid-day.
Weather: Clear weather makes a difference (more than players realize). On stormy days or when heavily overcast, the rate of the bite noticeably slackens and you’ll notice more misses and junk.
If I show up and the weather is bad, I tend to do a swift pass for other sources, then come back when the sky clears. The difference is clear when you compare a session with good weather to one during stormy conditions.
Why Shrimp Bait Will Always Work Better Than Generic Stuff
Bait up with shrimp? Not simply a whimsical suggestion, it is what Copper Rockfish are programmed to fixate on. These fish act like bottom foragers, focusing on small crustaceans and invertebrates.
Here’s what my testing revealed during various trips:
All I can tell you is when fishing the same spot and time, worms vs shrimp bait got me twice as many hook-ups.
Shrimp appeared to screen out some of the less desirable species and keep catches more focused on rockfish-quality targets.
When I ran a session with no bait or only basic bait, there was still some bite but it was very slow and the vast majority of the fish were not Copper Rockfish.
It also might not be a bad idea to make or buy some pattern in the shrimp-like color range if you’re running low, at least enough for an outing. It’s the single largest variable you can control aside from where you’re working.
How to Catch Copper Rockfish in Fisch: A 5-Step Plan
If you want a simple, repeatable routine, this is the cycle I go through.
Prep your gear and bait
Bring at the very least a stack of shrimp bait and have a decent action bar with you that includes an ability-enhanced oxygen tank. I also pack a rod balanced for medium-size fish, so I feel their unique pulls with strong-napkin-level overkill.
Go to Tidefall and Swim through the Underwater Cave
Go to Tidefall, and jump into the Underwater Cave entrance. Keep your path trash-free and don’t take any detours — you’re going to need every breath for the ruins.
Stand around the Collapsed Ruins
When you come up, swim south towards the Collapsed Ruins. Don’t cast in open sandy areas, he likes a wall or pillar with broken stone best. Copper Rockfish Cradles: Edges and Pockets are dear to Copper rockfish.
Fish Clear Daytime in the Spring or Summer
If the sky is clear and daylight, begin short casts with shrimp bait. Look for light, consistent nibbles, not knock-your-line-in-the-water tugs. If the weather is miserable, change that up until it clears and then get back out.
Adjust based on bite rate
If you don’t get a bite within three or four casts, move 10 to 15 meters along the confronting ruins and try again. Once I locate a productive pocket, I push the button until the bites taper, and then move to another spot.
Common mistakes I often see from new middles:
- Fishing too far from real ruins
- Fishing regardless of weather, or attempting to “force” catches in storms
- Burning oxygen roaming instead of concentrating on two or three high-yield areas
Comparison: Copper Rockfish vs Other Tidefall Fish
Here’s a quick cheat sheet to help you tell if a fish is likely to be Copper Rockfish so you can target them instead of wasting your time and bait on the wrong species.
| Species | Typical Location | Bait Preference | Difficulty to Hook | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Rockfish | Collapsed Ruins, Tidefall | Shrimp | Moderate | Structure-focus on clear days |
| Basic Reef Fish | General rocky shorelines | Worms | Easy | Common bycatch near shallow rocks |
| Deepwater Species | Deeper offshore spots | Mixed baits | Hard | Better gear and stats often required |
| Junk/Trash Items | Anywhere near cluttered areas | Any / No bait | N/A | Increases when weather/spot is bad |
| Other Rockfish | Mixed ruins and rocks | Shrimp/Worms | Moderate | Similar pattern but this time its different drops |
After you’ve reeled in Copper Rockfish a handful of times, their profile and fight sequence becomes familiar. They drag hard, in a heavy, steady way — as opposed to the jittery or panicky movement of smaller reef fish.
Pro Tactics for More Consistent Copper Rockfishing
Here are a few small adjustments that really made an impact in my own runs:
Fish edges, not centers
Drag along the outside of rubble heaps and ruined walls. My catch logs reveal that most of the COPR hooked themselves in the first 2m off the chunks not rather than in open patches.
Use short, controlled sessions
Instead of marathon fishing on in-game days, I do 10-15 minute runs in optimal conditions. Keeps your bait and oxygen utilization efficient.
Log your best windows
Note the precise in-game time and weather where you get multiple Copper Rockfishes in a row, repeat the pattern. After three or four trips, the trends are evident.
Don’t chase every splash
If you notice any activity further afield, don’t be tempted to go after it. Copper Rockfish are famously hooked to the structure, so roaming tends to decrease your odds.
FAQ: Copper Rockfish in Fisch
Copper Rockfish in Fisch-- where can I get it?
What is the best bait for Copper Rock Fish?
When is the best time to catch Copper Rockfish?
Will I need a specific gear or stats to fish for Copper Rockfish?
A Copper Rockfish is elusive to your offering, what gives?
Can I fish Copper Rockfish at night?
Is it worth targeting Copper Rockfish vs other species?
When you combine specific location (Collapsed Ruins), bait (shrimp) and conditions (clear daytime in spring or summer), Copper Rockfish go from “mysterious rare catch” to a predictable part of your Fisching routine in Erntehal.
