Before you talk to them
Use this quick reference to find the NPC, understand their role and avoid spending or handing in a route item too early.
Find them atVolcano
RoleStore
InteractionShop or island service
What to doRuns the separate Volcano store record for Scientific tackle, late-game weapons and final-route supplies.
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Priority purchases
- Scientific Lure for the five regular Volcano species.
- Scientific Boss Lure only for the optional Goblin Shark route.
- A reliable firearm and upgrades before the final whale fight.
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Do not confuse the lures
Scientific Boss Lure summons Goblin Shark; it does not replace the Fish Bucket made through the Scientist's story quest for Bowhead Whale.
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Island and rod routes
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Connected equipment
Bait, rods and weapons used in the same route.
Bait / lure
Scientific Lure
Scientific Lure is the Volcano Island regular pool for Stonefish, Blobfish, Anglerfish, Oarfish and Superdwarf Fish.
Bait / lure
Scientific Boss Lure
Scientific Boss Lure is the expensive Volcano Island lure with a dedicated Goblin Shark pool.
Weapon
Assault Rifle Guide
A flexible late-route weapon for maintaining pressure on large creatures and boss targets.