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Overview

The Claw is a unique fishing pole in Crimson Desert. Unlike standard fishing rods, The Claw features an auto-reel ability that automatically reels in hooked fish without requiring the player to manually work the reel. This makes it the most convenient fishing tool in the game for players who want to simplify the fishing mini-game.

The Claw is not sold by any merchant and cannot be crafted. It is obtained exclusively as a gift from a secret traveling vendor who wanders across Pywell. This vendor does not have a fixed spawn point. Players have reported encountering him near the Goldleaf Guild House and at Greymane Camp, but he can appear at other locations throughout the world. The vendor only gives The Claw once his Trust level reaches 100, making it one of the more time-intensive items to acquire.

Auto-Reel Ability

The Claw's primary feature is its auto-reel function. When a fish bites, the rod automatically reels the fish in without the player needing to time the reel inputs or manage tension on the line. This significantly reduces the difficulty of the fishing mini-game and saves time when catching multiple fish in a row.

The auto-reel is especially valuable for players who focus on the life skill side of Crimson Desert. Fishing quests and requests that require multiple catches become far less tedious with The Claw equipped, since the player only needs to cast the line and wait for a bite. The rod handles the rest.

How to Obtain

The Claw is a friendship reward from a secret traveling vendor who roams Pywell. Unlike fixed-location merchants, this vendor wanders between landmarks and does not always appear in the same place. The process requires tracking him down and building a relationship over time.

Finding the Vendor

The secret vendor is a wandering trader who moves between locations across Pywell. He does not have a set spawn point, which means he may not be where other players found him in their game. Reported sighting locations include:

• Near the Goldleaf Guild House

• Greymane Camp (he has been seen wandering directly into the camp)

• Various other landmarks throughout southern Pywell

Because his location is not fixed, players may need to travel around the map to find him. Keep an eye out while exploring, particularly near settlements and camp areas.

Building Trust

The Claw is not available for purchase in the vendor's shop inventory. Instead, you need to increase his Trust level to 100. Like most NPCs in Crimson Desert, Trust can be raised through repeated interactions, purchasing items from his shop, and giving gifts.

The fastest method for raising Trust is giving copper coin pouches. These are commonly looted from bandits and enemy camps. Approximately 20 copper coin pouches will bring the vendor's Trust from zero to 100, making this by far the quickest route to earning The Claw. You do not need to open the pouches first; they can be gifted directly.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Progress the main story past Chapter 3. The traveling vendor does not appear before this point.

2. Explore Pywell and look for the secret traveling vendor. Check near the Goldleaf Guild House and Greymane Camp as starting points, but be aware he may be elsewhere.

3. Once you find him, interact with him and begin building Trust. The most efficient approach is to gift copper coin pouches, which you can stockpile from looting bandits.

4. Buy items from his shop each time you visit. Purchases also contribute to Trust gain, even if you do not need the items.

5. Once Trust reaches 100, the vendor gives The Claw as a gift automatically the next time you speak with him.

Fishing Rods Comparison

The Claw stands out from other fishing rods due to its unique auto-reel feature. The table below compares all available fishing rods in Crimson Desert.

Known Issues

At launch, the auto-reel effect on The Claw did not function as intended. Players who obtained the rod found that hooked fish were not being reeled in automatically despite the item's description. This issue was widely reported by the community and brought to the attention of Pearl Abyss.

If you encounter an issue where the auto-reel does not trigger after equipping The Claw, check for game patches. Pearl Abyss has acknowledged the bug and it may be addressed in a post-launch update. In the meantime, The Claw still functions as a standard fishing rod for manual reeling.

Tips

• Start stockpiling copper coin pouches early. You will naturally accumulate them while clearing bandit camps and completing bounty missions. Save around 20 pouches before seeking out the traveling vendor to max out his Trust in a single visit.

• Begin looking for the vendor as soon as you reach Chapter 3. The sooner you start, the sooner you can claim The Claw.

• Buying items from the vendor's shop also contributes to Trust gain, so purchase something each time you visit even if you do not need the items.

• The auto-reel makes The Claw ideal for completing fishing-related quests and requests, especially those requiring multiple catches in a row.

• Even if the auto-reel is bugged in your version, The Claw is still worth obtaining. Once patched, it will save significant time on fishing tasks.

• The Claw does not replace the need for a Pororin Fishing Rod if you plan to catch legendary fish. The Pororin rod is specifically designed for legendary catches, while The Claw's strength is convenience for everyday fishing.

See Also

• Fishing - Complete fishing guide

• Complete Fish List - All catchable fish

• Greymane Camp - One of the locations where the vendor has been spotted

• NPC Trust System - How Trust works and the fastest ways to raise it

• Pywell - The open world where the traveling vendor roams