Updated: March 29, 2026

Fisch Update March 2026 — Everturn Forest New Island and 20 Unique Fish

By Earnaldo Team • March 29, 2026 • 9 min read

The Everturn Forest update (version 1.77) dropped on March 28, 2026, adding one of the most atmospheric islands Fisch has ever seen. This dense, mysterious forest sits between Mush Grove and Castaway Cliffs and brings 20 brand-new fish, two powerful quest rods, hostile Oaklings that hunt you at night, and a seasonal system that changes what you can catch depending on when you visit. Here's everything you need to know about exploring Everturn Forest, catching every fish, and unlocking both new rods.

What's New in the Everturn Forest Update

The Everturn Forest is a permanent new island added in version 1.77. Unlike previous islands that mostly served as static fishing spots, Everturn Forest is a living environment that reshapes itself based on the in-game season and time of day. The forest canopy shifts, new fishing spots appear and disappear, and the creatures inhabiting the island change their behavior depending on the conditions.

The island is located at GPS coordinates (2460, 154, -2359) on the eastern side of the map, slotting in between Mush Grove and Castaway Cliffs. You can sail there directly from either neighboring island in about 2 minutes with a decent boat.

20 New Fish

Everturn Forest introduces 20 unique fish to the bestiary. These aren't simple reskins of existing species. Each one has specific spawn conditions tied to the island's seasonal and day/night cycles. Some only appear during certain seasons, others only bite at night, and a few require specific bait types or weather conditions.

The fish range from common varieties that you'll catch within your first few casts to extremely rare species that require high-tier rods and perfect conditions. Completing the full 20-fish bestiary is a significant achievement and unlocks rewards tied to the island's quest system.

Fisch Everturn Forest — The new island reshapes itself with seasons and nightfall

Oaklings

Oaklings are the defining feature of Everturn Forest. During the day, these small tree-like creatures are docile and wander the island peacefully. They serve as part of the island's atmosphere and can be caught in any water around the island as a special fish type. Oaklings don't have a specific fishing spot, so you'll hook them randomly while fishing anywhere on the island.

At night, everything changes. The Oaklings begin to emit red light, become hostile, and actively chase and attack any player on the island. Getting hit by an Oakling deals moderate damage and can interrupt your fishing. This creates a genuine risk-reward dynamic since nighttime is when some of the rarest fish become available, but you're also dodging aggressive mobs while trying to cast.

Secret Oaklings also exist on the island. These are rare variants that can be traded to Brindle Oakshade, an NPC on Everturn Forest, for special rewards. Finding these secret Oaklings requires exploring hidden areas of the island that are only accessible during certain conditions.

New Rods

The update introduces two quest-locked rods, both of which are among the strongest fishing rods currently in the game.

The Splitbranch Twig is unlocked by catching 5 fish with a perfect rating at night. A perfect rating means filling the casting bar to exactly 100% when you throw your line. After completing this requirement, the rod spawns underneath the large tree at GPS (2446, 154, -2368). It costs C$25,000 to purchase. The rod's unique passive gives you a choice between 2 fish each time you hook something, and during nighttime, a perfect cast grants you both fish instead of choosing. This makes it incredibly efficient for bestiary completion.

The Spirit of the Forest requires completing 3 quests from the Thalor Virewood NPC found on the island. The quest chain involves catching specific fish, exploring hidden areas, and surviving nighttime encounters. The rod features a unique spirit system that lets you level up its stats over time through continued use. Its standout stat is infinite weight capacity, meaning it can handle any fish regardless of size, plus it has strong luck modifiers that boost your chances of hooking rare species.

Seasonal System

Everturn Forest cycles through seasons that affect both the island's appearance and the fish that spawn. The forest canopy changes color, different plants appear along the shoreline, and the water itself shifts in clarity. Each season brings a unique set of fish that can't be caught during other seasons, which is why completing the full 20-fish bestiary requires multiple visits across different seasonal cycles.

The season doesn't change on a fixed timer that's visible to players. You'll need to check the environmental cues, like foliage color and ambient lighting, to determine which season is currently active. Alternatively, check the bestiary tab which shows which seasonal fish are currently available.

Fisch Everturn Forest — Oaklings become hostile and glow red at night

How This Affects Gameplay

The Everturn Forest update reshapes the Fisch meta in several meaningful ways. First, the two new rods are both contenders for best-in-slot depending on your playstyle. The Spirit of the Forest's infinite weight capacity makes it the go-to choice for hunting the heaviest fish in the game, while the Splitbranch Twig's dual-choice mechanic is the fastest way to fill out your bestiary.

Second, the night mechanic introduces a genuine PvE element to a game that's primarily been about peaceful fishing. Dodging Oaklings while trying to land perfect casts creates a skill-based challenge that rewards players who can stay calm under pressure. The lower resilience on nighttime fish compounds this by making the catch mini-game harder even after you've hooked something.

Third, the 20 new bestiary entries are a significant expansion for completionists. With seasonal restrictions on certain fish, you can't just power through the entire list in one session. This gives players a reason to keep returning to Everturn Forest over weeks rather than clearing it in a single afternoon.

For players focused on economy, the rare and legendary fish from Everturn Forest are already commanding high prices in trading. Early sellers who've figured out the spawn conditions are making significant profits, but expect prices to stabilize as more players complete their own bestiary entries.

New Codes

One new code was released alongside the Everturn Forest update.

Redeem this code in-game as soon as possible since event codes tend to expire quickly. For the full list of current active codes, check our Fisch codes page, which is updated regularly.

Fisch Everturn Forest — The two new quest rods are among the best in the game

Updated Tips and Strategies

Completing the 20-Fish Bestiary

Don't try to rush the bestiary in a single session. The seasonal fish restrictions mean you'll physically need to visit across multiple season cycles. Instead, focus on clearing the 8 common fish (day and night) on your first visit. These have no seasonal requirements and can be caught with any decent rod.

For the 6 seasonal fish, note which season is active when you arrive and target those specific entries. If you need a different season, try server-hopping since different servers can be in different seasonal states. The 4 rare fish require specific weather conditions on top of the seasonal requirement, so patience is key here.

The 2 legendary fish are the real challenge. They only spawn at night during specific seasons, and they require high luck stats on your rod. The Spirit of the Forest is ideal for these catches thanks to its luck modifiers and infinite weight capacity.

Surviving Night on Everturn Forest

When night falls, you have two options. You can either retreat to your boat and fish from the water (Oaklings don't attack players on boats), or you can stay on the island and dodge them for access to the exclusive night-only fish.

If you're staying on the island, position yourself near the water's edge so you can jump in if you get swarmed. The Oaklings move at roughly player walking speed, so you can outrun them while sprinting, but sprinting interrupts your fishing animation. The trick is to find a spot where Oaklings path around obstacles, giving you a few seconds of uninterrupted casting.

Unlocking the Splitbranch Twig Efficiently

The 5 perfect-rated night catches requirement sounds simple, but landing a 100% cast bar consistently under pressure from hostile Oaklings is harder than it seems. Practice your timing during the day first. The cast bar moves at the same speed regardless of time, so once you've got the muscle memory for 100% fills, you just need to replicate it while dodging red-glowing tree creatures.

Position yourself at the fishing spot closest to the Splitbranch Twig spawn point at GPS (2446, 154, -2368). This minimizes the time between your 5th catch and actually purchasing the rod for C$25,000.

Spirit of the Forest Quest Chain

The Thalor Virewood quest chain has 3 stages. Without spoiling the specifics, the quests involve catching certain fish native to Everturn Forest, exploring areas that are only accessible during particular conditions, and surviving a nighttime challenge. Make sure you have at least C$50,000 in your account before starting the chain, as some quest steps involve purchases.

The Spirit of the Forest rod's leveling system means it gets stronger the more you use it. Don't shelve it after obtaining it. Bring it to every fishing session and let the spirit accumulate experience. The stat gains compound over time, and a fully leveled Spirit of the Forest outperforms most endgame rods in raw stats.

Fisch Everturn Forest — Seasonal changes affect fish spawns and island appearance

Community Reaction

The Fisch community has been overwhelmingly positive about Everturn Forest. Players are calling it the most immersive island in the game, with the seasonal shifts and hostile night cycle giving it a depth that other locations lack. The atmosphere, in particular the forest ambiance and the transition from peaceful daytime to tense nighttime, has drawn widespread praise.

The Oakling mechanic has been polarizing in the best way. Some players love the added tension of fishing while dodging hostile mobs, while others prefer to play it safe from their boats. Both approaches are viable, which is a sign of good design. The secret Oaklings and their trade rewards have sparked a mini treasure-hunting community within the playerbase.

Both new rods have been well-received, though the Spirit of the Forest is generating more discussion due to its leveling system. Players are debating optimal leveling strategies and comparing fully upgraded stats against other endgame rods. The Splitbranch Twig's dual-choice mechanic is being called one of the most creative rod passives in the game.

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