Alright, let’s talk about what I’ve been up to in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, specifically about the December bugs and fish. I’ve been trying to complete my Critterpedia, you know, that encyclopedia of creatures you can donate to Blathers at the museum. It’s quite a task, to be honest.
So, I started by checking what’s available in December. It turns out, in the northern hemisphere where my island is, there are about 32 fish I can catch this month. And get this, 5 of those are new arrivals just for December! That’s exciting, right? I grabbed my fishing rod and got to work. I spent hours by the rivers, ponds, and the sea, casting my line and waiting. Some fish were easy to catch, while others were a real pain. I mean, some of those rare ones only show up at certain times of the day or under specific weather conditions. It’s a real test of patience.
- Common ones: These were the easy ones, like the horse mackerel and the sea bass. Caught a bunch of them without much trouble.
- Rare ones: Now, these were the tricky ones. I had to look up guides online to figure out when and where they appear. For example, the Stringfish only comes out at night near clifftop rivers. Took me a while, but I finally snagged one!
- New arrivals: These were the most exciting. The Pond Smelt, for example, is only available in December, so I made sure to prioritize it. It’s cool to think that these fish are only around for a limited time.
Here’s a little breakdown of my fishing adventure:
But it wasn’t just about fishing. I also had to hunt for bugs. December has its own set of bugs, some of which are also new. I equipped my net and started exploring. I shook trees, dug up suspicious spots, and even looked under rocks. It’s amazing how many different bugs you can find just by wandering around.
- Tree-related bugs: I found quite a few bugs on trees, like the citrus long-horned beetle and the drone beetle. Shaking trees is always a good strategy.
- Ground bugs: Some bugs, like the pill bug and the centipede, can be found under rocks. So, I made sure to check under every rock I could find.
- Flying bugs: These were the most challenging. The damselfly, for instance, is really fast and hard to catch. Took me a lot of tries, but I eventually got it.
Here’s how my bug hunting went:
After days of fishing and bug hunting, I finally managed to catch most of the December critters. I donated them all to Blathers, and my museum is really starting to look impressive. Plus, I got a nice surprise in the mail! The museum sent me a letter congratulating me on completing the bug and fish sections of the Critterpedia. And guess what? They included the DIY recipes for the golden net and the golden fishing rod! I was so stoked! I crafted them right away. They’re not only cool-looking but also more durable than the regular ones.
Anyway, that’s my Animal Crossing adventure for December. It was a lot of work, but also a lot of fun. I’m really proud of my progress, and I’m looking forward to seeing what new critters January will bring. Hope you enjoyed hearing about my little gaming journey!
