Time sure flies in Pelican Town, and even in 2026, the Qi's Walnut Room challenges continue to test the mettle of seasoned farmers and anglers alike. Among the rotating orders from the mysterious Mr. Qi, the Extended Family quest remains a standout \u2013 a fishing marathon that dares you to reel in the quirky relatives of the original legendary fish. With the dust long settled on patch 1.6 and its game-changing fishing tweaks, now is the perfect moment to revisit this high-stakes quest with fresh eyes and upgraded gear. Veteran players have already turned the Extended Family into a personal gold mine, and here's how you can get in on the action.
The quest pops up in Qi\u2019s Walnut Room on Ginger Island with a simple yet nerve-racking brief: catch Ms. Angler, Glacierfish Jr., Son of Crimsonfish, Radioactive Carp, and The Legend II within a tight three-day window. Pull it off, and you\u2019ll pocket a cool 20 Qi Gems. The beauty of these extended family variants? Unlike their picky parents, they don\u2019t care about season or weather \u2013 you can wrangle them in rain or shine, spring through winter, as long as the quest is active. But that doesn\u2019t mean they\u2019ll just swim into your net. Each one is a tricky customer with the same bite patterns and difficulty spikes as the originals, demanding top-notch fishing skills and a few clever gadgets.
Where to Hook the Legendary Kin
Knowing the exact watering holes is half the battle. Each of the five fish sticks stubbornly to the same location where its famous ancestor once lurked.
Ms. Angler \u2013 Head north of Joja Mart to the wooden plank bridge over the narrow stream. Plant yourself right on that bridge and cast southward into the flowing water. She\u2019s aggressive but manageable if you\u2019ve tangled with the original Angler before.
Glacierfish Jr. \u2013 In the Cindersap Forest, look for the triangle-shaped island in the river. Stand on the rightmost tip of that island and cast into the deeper water. This little ice-cold nightmare darts around like a pinball, so a trap bobber is your best friend here.
Son of Crimsonfish \u2013 First, repair the broken bridge on the Beach with 300 pieces of Wood to reach the Eastern Pier. Once you\u2019re on that pier, cast out into the ocean. The Son of Crimsonfish is a spirited fighter but spawns reliably, so you shouldn\u2019t have to wait long if your tackle is right.
Radioactive Carp \u2013 Get down and dirty in The Sewers. If you haven\u2019t unlocked this area yet, donate 60 items to the Museum to get the Rusty Key. The Carp glows eerily in the murky water, but don\u2019t let its mutant glow distract you \u2013 it\u2019s a slippery beast.
Legend II \u2013 Make your way to the Mountain Lake near the Adventurer\u2019s Guild tent. Use a rod to hop across to one of the small central islands. Cast toward the southern portion of the lake, near where the deep water starts. Legend II is the crown jewel of this quest and by far the hardest to land. Bring your A-game and perhaps a lucky rabbit\u2019s foot for morale.
Hot Gear for 2026 Anglers
Since the 1.6 update landed, the fishing game has gotten a serious upgrade. If you\u2019re still rocking a standard Iridium Rod, you\u2019re leaving money on the table. The new Advanced Iridium Rod is a real game-changer: it lets you strap on two tackles simultaneously, and their effects stack. Imagine combining a Cork Bobber and a Trap Bobber for both a bigger fishing bar and slower escape speed. It\u2019s a chef\u2019s kiss moment.
Even cooler is the Sonar Bobber, another 1.6 addition. This nifty tackle lets you see which fish is nibbling before you commit to the mini-game. No more wasting precious seconds wrestling with a common chub when you\u2019re hunting the Radioactive Carp. Simply cast, hover over the hook indicator, and if the fish isn\u2019t your target, cancel the catch and recast. It\u2019s a massive time-saver on a quest where every minute counts.
And for the pros looking to exploit every loophole: equipping Mayor Lewis\u2019s Lucky Purple Shorts in the first tackle slot of the Advanced Iridium Rod not only preserves the durability of the second tackle but also adds a hilarious flex to your setup. Combine these with Wild Bait for a chance at double catches and a Curiosity Lure for increased rare fish odds, and you\u2019ve got a recipe for effortless legendary farming.
Turning the Quest into a Profitable Grind
The Extended Family quest isn\u2019t just a one-and-done Qi Gem grab. Savvy farmers have turned it into a repeatable cash cow. The trick: catch all the legendary relatives except one, then keep farming the other four over and over until the quest timer expires. The fish will keep respawning as long as the order is active. Catching, say, a dozen Legend II fish, tossing them into a Fish Smoker, and selling them can easily net you 20,000g to 30,000g a pop. That\u2019s enough to make even the crankiest Joja executive blush.
The quest reappears periodically on Qi\u2019s board, so you can rinse and repeat multiple times in a single playthrough. With the new Advanced Iridium Rod and Sonar Bobber, this process is smoother than a fresh jar of truffle oil. Just remember: the extended family fish can only be caught while the quest is active, so plan your days wisely.
Final Cast
The Extended Family quest is a splendid mix of nostalgia and challenge, bringing back memories of your first legendary catches while demanding the best of modern fishing tech. Whether you\u2019re after Qi Gems for that fancy horse flute or just want to see your bank account hit seven digits, these legendary relatives are worth every bent rod. So stock up on bait, slap on that Sonar Bobber, and show Ms. Angler and company who\u2019s boss in the valley. Tight lines, farmers!
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