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Game-derived low-poly Beginner Boss Lure model from How to Fish

Boss lure · $40

Beginner Boss Lure

Use the $40 Beginner Boss Lure for an even two-target pool containing Sunfish and The Old Pike.

$40Forest IslandUpdated 2026-08-26

Plan before you start

Check the item name first

Regular lure, boss lure and story bait can have similar names but different targets. Match the inventory label and route before casting.
Item type
Boss lure
Price
$40
Bite time
1–3 seconds
Bait loss
100%
01

Gameplay parameters

Pool share compares the targets available from this bait. It does not mean the creature has the same catch chance with another bait or on another island.

  • Rod: Fishing Rod
  • Bite window: 1–3 seconds
  • Loss chance on bite: 100%
  • Reeling required: Yes
  • Shop availability: Forest Island, Desert Island, Rocks Island, Volcano Island
02

Catch pool weights

This bait can hook 2 targets. The percentages below add up to the full catch pool for this bait.

  • Sunfish: weight 10; 50% pool share.
  • The Old Pike: weight 10; 50% pool share.
03

Where to buy it

The lure first appears in the Forest Island shop for $40 and is also sold on later islands.

04

Before casting

  • Use the Fishing Rod.
  • The lure is lost when a target takes it.
  • Giant Piranha uses quest-made Leech Bait instead.

Bosses and quests

Where this item or equipment appears in the route.

Related achievements

Achievements whose requirement directly uses this item, route or encounter.