Overview
Bliss Bay Nautilus is a professional football team based in Bliss Bay, described as a team that "moves forward with unwavering endurance and an indomitable spirit, never tiring." It serves as the employer for the Football Player career line, offering a three-tier promotion path with one of the highest daily salaries in the game. The Nautilus stands out for its short 6-hour work shifts, giving it one of the best pay-to-time ratios of any career.
The Dowon equivalent is DG Esports, which shares the same salary structure but offers a different career theme (Pro Gamer) with longer 9-hour shifts.
Career Path
The Football Player career at Bliss Bay Nautilus is a rabbit hole job. Zois board a taxi to the team's facility and work offscreen during their shift. The career follows a sports progression from benchwarmer to star player.
Position | Daily Salary (Meow) | Position Limit |
|---|---|---|
Backup Player | 264 | 6 |
Starting Player | 864 | 3 |
All-Star Player | 1,998 | 1 |
At the All-Star level, the Nautilus pays 1,998 Meow per day for a 6-hour shift, yielding approximately 333 Meow per hour. This is one of the highest hourly rates in the game, second only to the Lawyer career's 340 Meow per hour.
Work Schedule
Detail | Value |
|---|---|
Work Days | Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday |
Work Hours | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (6-hour shift) |
Days per Week | 3 |
Age Requirement | Young Adult, Adult, or Middle-Aged |
The 6-hour shift ending at 3:00 PM is the shortest among the high-paying sports and gaming careers. Combined with only three work days per week, Nautilus players have the majority of each week free for other activities. The Tuesday through Thursday schedule keeps all weekends and Mondays open.
Associated Skills
Two skills are recommended for the Football Player career:
Fitness: Keeps the Zoi in physical shape for the athletic demands of the career. Higher Fitness levels may improve work performance.
Cooking: Provides access to healthier food options, which supports an athlete's lifestyle and helps maintain good physical condition between shifts.
Neither skill is required to apply, but developing Fitness before joining the Nautilus is recommended for optimal performance.
How to Apply
Open the smartphone and navigate to the Career app. Scroll to Bliss Bay Nautilus under the Bliss Bay listings and select "Apply." No education, skills, or traits are required. The application is accepted instantly. Zois must be living in Bliss Bay.
Promotion
Promotions follow standard rabbit hole career mechanics. The career progression bar fills automatically through consistent work attendance, taking approximately 8 to 10 working days per tier.
Backup Player: "You will be spending most of your time on the bench." Attend work consistently to fill the promotion bar.
Starting Player: "You will be featured in the team sheet most of the time." Continue attending to progress toward All-Star.
All-Star Player: "You are a key member of the team." The top tier with only one position available.
Three unexcused absences result in termination
Stadium
The Bliss Bay Football Stadium is listed as one of the key landmarks in Bliss Bay. It serves as the home venue for the Nautilus and is where football-related career activities take place offscreen.
Comparison with DG Esports
Feature | Bliss Bay Nautilus | DG Esports (Dowon) |
|---|---|---|
Career Line | Football Player | Pro Gamer |
Entry Salary | 264 Meow (Backup Player) | 264 Meow (Amateur Gamer) |
Mid Salary | 864 Meow (Starting Player) | 864 Meow (Pro Gamer) |
Top Salary | 1,998 Meow (All-Star Player) | 1,998 Meow (Legendary Gamer) |
Work Hours | 9 AM - 3 PM (6 hrs) | 9 AM - 6 PM (9 hrs) |
Hourly Rate (Top) | ~333 Meow/hr | ~222 Meow/hr |
Key Skill | Fitness | Programming |
The Nautilus is objectively more time-efficient than DG Esports, offering the same daily salary in 6 hours instead of 9. This gives football players three extra free hours per work day. For Zois who prioritize income efficiency and free time, the Nautilus is the better choice between the two.
Tips
The Football Player career has the best hourly rate among non-law careers at 333 Meow/hr
Level Fitness before applying using the outdoor gym at Muscle Beach or Harang River Park
The 3 PM finish time leaves the entire afternoon free for skill training, dating, or visiting the beach
Cooking skill helps maintain the Zoi's health, which is thematically appropriate for an athlete and practically useful for staying in good condition
The four-day weekend pairs well with surfing, fishing, and other Bliss Bay activities