The Deep Update in Fisch adds a large underwater area filled with new locations, quests, equipment, crafting materials, and fishing spots. However, reaching the Deep for the first time can be confusing if you do not know where to go or which NPCs you need to speak with. Fortunately, the process is fairly straightforward once you know the route. This guide explains how to reach the Deep, obtain the Deep Survey Device Kit, find the main Deep locations, and check out the new crafting options available in the update.
How To Reach The Deep in Fisch
The first thing you need to do is travel toward Sunstone Island. You can use your boat to reach the island, then continue toward the area behind it to find the route leading into the Deep.
Once you reach the correct location, continue moving in the direction shown by the path. Eventually, you should be transported into the Deep area. You will know you are heading in the right direction when you reach the underwater section and begin seeing the new Deep environment.
Follow these steps:
- Get into your boat.
- Travel toward Sunstone Island.
- Reach the island and move behind it.
- Continue traveling in the direction leading away from the island.
- Look for the area that transports you into the Deep.
- Enter the Deep and look for the small boat.
- Speak with the NPC near the boat.
- Accept the item or quest he provides.
- Take the item deeper into the underwater city.
The lighting in the Deep can make navigation difficult, especially when the area is particularly dark. If you cannot immediately see the next location, take your time and look around the structures instead of constantly moving forward.
Find The Deep City And Castle
After receiving the item from the NPC near the small boat, you need to travel farther down into the Deep. Eventually, you will come across an underwater city. Once you reach the city, look for the main castle or central structure. This is where another NPC can be found, and speaking with him is an important part of unlocking your Deep equipment.
The NPC will interact with the item you received earlier and help repair or upgrade it. After completing this part of the process, you will receive access to the Deep Survey Device Kit.
The general route is:
- Enter the Deep.
- Find the small boat.
- Speak with the NPC.
- Receive the required item.
- Travel downward into the underwater city.
- Search for the main castle.
- Find the NPC inside or around the castle.
- Give him the item you received earlier.
- Complete the interaction.
- Obtain the Deep Survey Device Kit.
Once you have the device, you can start exploring the Deep more freely.
Get The Deep Survey Device Kit
The Deep Survey Device Kit is one of the important pieces of equipment you receive while progressing through the initial Deep quest. After the NPC repairs the item, check your accessories or equipment section to make sure the kit has been added to your character.
The device makes exploring the new underwater environment much easier. It is especially useful when you are trying to move between different sections of the Deep and locate fishing areas, platforms, and other points of interest.
You can also combine your movement setup with equipment such as Tidebreaker. Using Tidebreaker alongside the Deep exploration equipment can make underwater movement significantly faster, which is helpful when traveling between distant locations.
Main Deep Locations
The Deep contains several different areas, and knowing where they are can make exploration much easier. Three notable sections are the Outer Deep, Gloomy Crevice, and Lower Deep. Each location has its own environment and can be useful for different activities. If you are trying to complete quests or gather materials, learning the layout early can save you from repeatedly getting lost in the dark underwater tunnels. The main areas to remember are:
- Outer Deep
- Gloomy Crevice
- Lower Deep
The Outer Deep is one of the major areas you will encounter and is considered one of the better locations for general activity. Gloomy Crevice is another important section, particularly because it connects to deeper parts of the update.
Where To Find The Outer Deep
The Outer Deep is one of the first major areas you can explore after entering the new underwater region. It is also one of the more useful locations for getting familiar with the Deep because there are several paths and areas connected to it.
When navigating around the Outer Deep, pay attention to the surrounding platforms and underwater structures. The environment can look similar from different directions, so remembering landmarks is useful.
You should also avoid rushing through the area. The Deep can be difficult to navigate when you are unfamiliar with its layout, and falling or moving into the wrong section can send you much farther away from your intended destination.
How To Find Gloomy Crevice
Gloomy Crevice is another section of the Deep and can be found by traveling farther through the underwater areas. It is darker and can make navigation more difficult than the upper sections.
The area is also important because some of the Deep’s creatures and resources can be associated with this region. If a quest or event tells you to visit Gloomy Crevice, use the surrounding structures and paths to identify the entrance rather than simply diving straight down.
Keep track of where you entered from, because it can be surprisingly easy to lose your way once you are inside.
Where To Find The Lower Deep
The Lower Deep is located much farther down in the underwater environment. To reach it, you need to descend toward the bottom of the Deep until you reach the lowest platforms and floor area. Unlike the upper areas, the Lower Deep is essentially found at the bottom section of the underwater region. Because of how dark the environment can become, it may take a little while to identify the correct platform.
To find the Lower Deep:
- Enter the main Deep area.
- Continue moving downward.
- Follow the underwater path toward the bottom.
- Look for platforms close to the lowest floor.
- Check the surrounding area for the Lower Deep section.
- Use your movement equipment to make traveling back easier.
Once you reach this location, you can explore the crafting options and other features available in the deeper section.
Deep Update Crafting
The Deep Update also introduces new crafting options. Several new pieces of equipment can be found around the crafting areas, although not every recipe may be immediately obvious.
Two notable rods mentioned in the update are the Scalding Hook and Cusk Purgger. These items require different materials, with some of the recipes requiring resources that can take considerable time to obtain. The Cusk Purgger in particular requires several different materials, so it is not an item you can craft immediately after entering the Deep. Some of the listed materials include:
- Three Cusk Teeth
- Refined Scrap
- Hardened Chitin
- Abyssal Bofluid
- Prism Scale
- Ancient Bone
Because several of these resources are connected to Deep activities, you should keep any rare materials you obtain instead of selling them immediately.
What Is Needed For The Titanium Rod?
The Titanium Rod is another piece of equipment associated with the Deep’s crafting progression. Its recipe is separate from the more complicated Cusk Purgger requirements.
If you are planning to craft new Deep equipment, make sure you check the crafting station carefully and keep track of every required resource. Some materials can be obtained through fishing, while others may require you to explore deeper areas or participate in the new hunting content.
Do not assume that every item can be found at the same crafting station. Some equipment may require additional progression or specific activities before the recipe becomes accessible.
New Deep Hunts And Cusk Materials
The Deep Update also introduces new hunting-related content. This appears to be connected to some of the materials needed for equipment such as the Cusk Purgger. If you are missing Cusk-related materials, completing the new hunt content may be one of the ways to obtain them. This gives you another reason to explore beyond the standard fishing areas. Instead of only focusing on fishing, keep an eye out for:
- New hunt activities.
- Cusk-related materials.
- Rare Deep resources.
- New creatures.
- Crafting materials.
- Quest objectives connected to the underwater areas.
These activities can become important later when you start working toward the more expensive equipment.
Tips For Exploring The Deep
The Deep can be difficult to navigate at first because the environment is extremely dark and contains several similar-looking paths. Before traveling too far, it is a good idea to learn the locations of the major landmarks.
Movement speed is also important. Using Tidebreaker can make underwater travel much faster, especially when you are repeatedly traveling between the city, fishing areas, and lower sections. A few useful tips include:
- Keep your Deep Survey Device Kit equipped when exploring.
- Remember the location of the main underwater city.
- Use the castle as a landmark.
- Learn the route between the Outer Deep and Lower Deep.
- Be careful when entering Gloomy Crevice.
- Keep rare materials instead of selling them.
- Check crafting recipes before spending resources.
- Explore the new hunting content for Cusk-related materials.
- Use faster movement equipment when traveling long distances.
- Take your time when navigating dark areas.
Completing the Deep Update in Fisch starts with reaching the underwater region through the route near Sunstone Island. After entering the Deep, you need to find the NPC near the small boat, receive the required item, and take it into the underwater city. From there, the NPC near the castle can help you obtain the Deep Survey Device Kit.
Once you have access to the equipment, you can explore the Outer Deep, Gloomy Crevice, and Lower Deep while looking for new fishing areas, crafting materials, hunts, and equipment. The deeper you go, the more important it becomes to keep track of your resources because some of the new rods require several rare materials.
The Deep Update is much easier to handle once you know the basic route. Reach the Deep, unlock the survey equipment, learn the major locations, and then start collecting materials for the new crafting recipes. From there, you can gradually work toward the new rods and other content without getting completely lost in the underwater areas.