Best Fish - Fish an Anime RNG Wiki
How rarity works, which catches earn the most cash per second, and where to fish for the strongest characters in the game.
Overview
Every pond in Fish an Anime RNG drops a pool of anime characters with different rarities and cash-per-second values. The best fish are the rarest members of the highest ponds — but a smart player balances rarity with base slots and upgrade costs.
See High-Rarity Catches in Action
This gameplay clip shows the drop flow at higher ponds and how rare catches look when they land — useful for learning which silhouettes are worth getting excited about.
How Rarity Works
Each character belongs to a rarity tier that sets both its drop chance and its base income. Common catches are easy but pay little; rare catches are scarce but can out-earn an entire base of commons on their own.
Luck potions and relic stats raise your rare-drop odds, which is why the booster ritual matters so much when hunting the top of the list.
Rarity Tiers at a Glance
A general picture of the rarity ladder. Exact rates shift with updates, but the tier order has stayed consistent.
| Tier | Drop Odds | Income Value |
|---|---|---|
| Common | Very high | Low |
| Uncommon | High | Modest |
| Rare | Medium | High |
| Legendary | Low | Very high |
| Secret | Extremely low | Top earner |
Building a High-Earner Base
A strong base is assembled, not lucked into. Follow these steps and your cash per second climbs every single session.
Fish the highest pond you can
Higher ponds have better pools. Move up as soon as you can afford the unlock.
Boost before rare hunts
Stack luck potions and relic stats before fishing for legendaries and secrets.
Swap, never hoard
Each new best catch should replace your lowest earner in the base immediately.
Track your base total
Note your cash per second after every swap so you know the change was an upgrade.
Which Catches Matter Most
Not every rare is created equal. Prioritize these traits when choosing what to keep.
- Highest cash-per-second value for the slot
- Catches that unlock collection bonuses
- Mutated variants that multiply base income
- Secret fish with exclusive effects
- Duplicates worth selling to fund the next upgrade
Beyond Raw Rarity
The best fish in the game are not just the rarest — these systems can push a mid-tier catch above a legendary.
Mutations
Rare variants with multiplied earnings — read the full mutation guide.
Secret Fish
Hidden catches with special spawn conditions and top-tier values.
Stat Synergy
Relic boosts lift every catch in your base at once.
When to Stop Chasing Rares
Rare hunting is exciting, but the economy has a rhythm: if your base is full and income grows steadily, chasing one more legendary is worth less than preparing a rebirth.
Rule of thumb — fish for upgrades when boosters are up, save for rebirth when they are down. That balance is the real farming endgame.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best fish in Fish an Anime RNG?
Secret-tier catches from the highest ponds earn the most, followed by legendary and mutated variants.
Does a rarer fish always earn more?
Almost always — higher rarity tiers have higher base cash-per-second values across the board.
Which pond should I fish for rares?
The highest pond you can afford, with luck boosters active, gives the best rare odds.
Are mutated fish better than legendaries?
Mutations multiply a catch's base value, so a strong mutation can out-earn a plain legendary.
Should I sell legendary duplicates?
Keep your best copy placed and sell extras — duplicates only pay if you have an open slot for them.
How do I increase rare drop chances?
Stack luck potions, relic stats, and rod upgrades, then fish the highest pond you can reach.
When should I move to a better pond?
As soon as its unlock cost is less than about an hour of your income, the better pool pays for itself.