Legend★
The king of all fish! They say he's been alive for eons. This mythical creature represents the ultimate fishing achievement.
Quick answer
Where to catch Legend in Stardew Valley
Catch Legend at Mountain Lake during Spring from 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM in rainy weather. It sells for 5000g at normal quality and 10000g when smoked; difficulty 110 makes tackle preparation important.
Mountain Lake
Spring
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM, rainy weather
5000g base, 10000g iridium
2530g Roe -> 5060g Aged Roe
Cork Bobber or Trap Bobber
Sell extras; keep one for collection or Fish Pond use
Is Legend worth keeping?
Keep Legend if it fills a bundle, recipe, gift, Fish Pond, or collection goal.
When to sell or smoke it
Sell or smoke extra Legend when you need gold and do not have a specific use for it.
Fish Pond and Roe
A Legend Fish Pond can produce Roe, but output depends on pond population and daily rolls. Formula value: 2530g Roe, then 5060g Aged Roe.
Where & When to Find Legend
Location
- Mountain Lake
Only appears in the mountain lake during rainy spring days. Requires Fishing Level 10 to encounter.
Time & Conditions
Difficulty & Catching Strategy
Difficulty: 110
ExtremeOne of the hardest fish in the game
Mixed Behavior
Unpredictable movement that alternates between different patterns. Requires adaptability.
Tip: Stay centered and react to changes. Don't commit too heavily to one direction.
Expert Tips for Legend
This is the most difficult fish in the game. Maximize your fishing bar with Cork Bobber, eat Dish o' The Sea or Seafoam Pudding for +3-4 Fishing. Cast as far as possible for better odds of encounter.
Recommended Tackle
Cork Bobber
Larger fishing bar
Best for: Hard fish like legendaries
Trap Bobber
Slower catch bar drain
Best for: Difficult fish that move a lot
Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.
Sell Prices by Quality
| Quality | Price |
|---|---|
| Normal | 5000g |
| Silver | 6250g |
| Gold | 7500g |
| Iridium | 10000g |
Smoked Fish Value
The Fish Smoker uses 1 Coal and doubles the fish sell price while preserving quality. Fisher or Angler changes the fish value first; Artisan then increases the smoked product.
| Input Quality | Fish Value | Smoked Value |
|---|---|---|
| Normal | 5,000g | 10,000g |
| Silver | 6,250g | 12,500g |
| Gold | 7,500g | 15,000g |
| Iridium | 10,000g | 20,000g |
Formula: fish sell price x 2. See the formula audit for source notes.
Uses for Legend
- Legendary trophy fish
- Can be caught once per save file (vanilla)
- Extremely high sell price
Did You Know?
The Legend is one of five legendary fish in the base game. With the 1.5 update, extended family variants can be caught.