The Fishing Rod in Path of Exile (POE) is classified as extremely rare. Here’s a breakdown of its rarity:
Drop Rate: Officially undisclosed by the developers, but based on player experience and community reports, it has a very low chance of dropping from specific monsters.
Limited Sources:
Unique Monsters: Equipping the unique helmet Fairgraves Tricorne allows the Fishing Rod to drop from these monsters, but the chance remains exceptionally low.
Perandus Tackle Box: This unique strongbox guarantees a Fishing Rod, but acquiring the strongbox itself is uncommon.
Comparison to Other Items:
Unique Items: While most unique items in POE have a lower drop rate than regular items, they are generally more common than the Fishing Rod.
Currency Drops: High-tier currency like Exalted Orbs or Divine Orbs have a lower drop rate than the Fishing Rod.
Factors Affecting Rarity:
Limited Drop Sources: Restricted to specific situations (Fairgraves Tricorne equipped or Perandus Tackle Box) significantly reduces the chances of obtaining it.
No Dedicated Farming Method: There’s no known efficient way to specifically farm for the Fishing Rod, unlike other items with targeted farming strategies.