Overview
The Northern Pike is a medium-sized freshwater fish in Crimson Desert. It is classified as an aggressive predatory fish, known for its elongated body and sharp teeth. Among the 15 medium freshwater fish species recorded in the Bestiary, the Northern Pike stands out for its fighting spirit when hooked, making it one of the more challenging medium-tier catches.
Where to Catch
Northern Pike inhabit rivers and lakes across Pywel. They favor areas with moderate currents and sufficient depth, making mid-sized rivers and large lakes their primary habitat. They are a step up in difficulty from common species like Bass and Perch but less challenging than the large freshwater fish category. Use the Knowledge Codex map feature to pinpoint specific fishing locations once the species has been discovered.
Uses
Cooking: Can be cleaned into Fish Fillet for cooking recipes. Medium fish provide a solid balance of cooking ingredients per catch.
Selling: Sells for a moderate price at vendors, better than small fish but below legendary catches.
Knowledge: Fills a Knowledge Codex entry under Medium Freshwater Fish.
Tips
The Northern Pike fights aggressively when hooked. Pull in the opposite direction of its movement and be ready for sudden changes in direction.
It is one of several predatory medium freshwater species, alongside the Saw-Edged Perch and Leopard Perch.
Northern Pike are worth catching early in the game for a reliable source of Fish Fillet before you can access rarer species.