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Sailor Piece Fishman Race Guide — Progression & Early Game Tips

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March 17, 20264 min read
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Sailor Piece Fishman Race Overview

Emerging from the ocean depths, the Fishman Race is a favorite for new players and account builders who want a fast start. While not designed for high-end combat, Fishmen excel at leveling up quickly and earning money efficiently, making them perfect for early-game progression and alt accounts.

⚠️ Note: Only the EXP and Money bonuses are verified. Other water-themed perks or combat stats are not confirmed.


Fishman Race Stats & Abilities

Confirmed Community Bonuses:

  • EXP Gain: +15%
  • Money Gain: +15%

Additional Notes:

  • Fishman’s main advantage is progression.
  • No verified combat or water-specific bonuses exist beyond the above.
  • Best paired with grinding-friendly fruits or weapons to speed early-game leveling.

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

  • Speeds up leveling with +15% EXP
  • Boosts wealth accumulation with +15% Money
  • Great for alt accounts or early progression

Weaknesses

  • Base combat stats are low; not ideal for PvP or late-game bosses
  • Bonuses become irrelevant once max level is reached
  • No unique combat abilities

How to Get Fishman Race

  • Rarity: Uncommon / Rare
  • Base Chance: ~10–30% with race rerolls
  • Race Reroll Methods:
    • Race Reroll Items
    • Boss Drops (especially water-themed bosses)
    • Event Boosts (Ocean/Water events)
  • Strategy: Try to get Fishman early in your first 5–10 rerolls to maximize early-game gains

Progression Build

Focus: Leveling and wealth accumulation

  • Race: Fishman
  • Weapon: Any efficient grinding weapon
  • Fruit: Light (for faster island traversal)
  • Clan: Raikage (+Money) or Sasaki (+EXP)
  • Goal: Reach max level and save currency for endgame gear

Optional Fishman Karate Build

Focus: Thematic, fun build

  • Race: Fishman
  • Fighting Style: Fishman Karate (+10% damage with verified bonuses)
  • Clan / Trait: Any damage-oriented options
  • Goal: Enjoy roleplay or training while grinding

When to Replace Fishman Race

Replace Fishman When:

  • You reach max level
  • You accumulate enough money for endgame gear
  • You want to focus on PvP or late-game bosses

Suggested Rerolls for Endgame:

  • Sword / Melee: Slime or Leviathan
  • Combat-heavy: Servant or Oni
  • Fruit-focused: Skypian
  • Farming / reroll efficiency: Kitsune

Fishman Race vs Other Races

RaceComparisonRecommendation
HumanNo bonusesFishman is better for early progression
DemonMore HP and combat potentialFishman for leveling, Demon for fighting
MinkMobility-focusedFishman for EXP/Money growth
SkypianCombat / fruit synergyFishman for progression, reroll to Skypian later

Haki Tips for Fishman

  • Observation Haki: Helps survival in early PvP or boss fights
  • Armament Haki: Can slightly boost combat, but Fishman is still progression-focused

Progression Strategy

Phase 1 (Levels 1–1000):

  • Focus on quests and early bosses
  • Use Light Fruit or mobility tools to grind efficiently

Phase 2 (Levels 1000–3000):

  • Accumulate wealth and EXP
  • Participate in Sea Boss fights for bonus rewards

Phase 3 (Level 3000+):

  • Decide on endgame role and reroll to a combat or fruit race
  • Spend accumulated money on gear/fruits

FAQs

Q: Is Fishman worth keeping at max level?
A: No — its bonuses become irrelevant. Reroll to a combat-focused race.

Q: Can Fishman work for PvP?
A: Not really. Low base stats make it weaker compared to S-Tier races.

Q: Best weapon for Fishman?
A: Use efficient grinding weapons; Light Fruit helps move between grind spots quickly.

Q: How rare is Fishman?
A: Uncommon — ~10–30% base chance, typically obtained within a few rerolls.

Q: Good for alt accounts?
A: Yes. The +15% EXP and Money boosts allow quick leveling for alternate accounts.

Q: Visual effects?
A: Subtle aquatic features (scaled skin, fin-like ears) for cosmetic flair only.


⚠️ Disclaimer: Only EXP and Money bonuses are officially verified. Other water-specific abilities or combat stats in some guides are unconfirmed.

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