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I just saw this post... I realize it has been a while since you wrote it but it is a great idea... I will add it to my list of suggestions and things to do

Equiping higher level gear isnt that bad. Ive noticed that about 5 levels or so prior to the optimal rank the higher level gear will give you better stats than the stuff youre currently wearing. For instance around rank 23 I replaced my sheep leather jerkin/ cullotes with dodoskin, and now im close to lvl 30 and wearing leather jerkin and culottes. The minute the high level stuff gives me better stats than the lower I switch it out. Also keep in mind that SE just released the list of things affected by item deterioration and gathering, output, and perception werent on there. Also Items that give you a stat bonus dont seem that affected by you not being the optimal rank. I bought 3 rings and a bracelet and even though im several levels lower than optimal I still recieve like +15 dex. . which is a nice upgrade when trying to fish a higher grade.

I have a list of all the new items of the update here:

https://spreadsheets.goo...RFUlE&hl=en_US#gid=0

There are no DoL tools on the list but there should be some items that would be great for DoL. I have not found all the stats of the items yet but I think there should be an item with +20 gathering.

There is no new bait or similar either.

Check your other post and follow my suggestion. You should be able to put together a set of armor. :)

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So does this still pertain or has there been any major changes in the latest notes:

"DEX affects your ability to reel in fish, it works in the equation that handles how the remainder depletes.

PIE affects your yield and seems to affect bite rate as well."

I am pretty much going the way Chev posted above as well especially if the above is still the case.

There are some lvl 43 pieces of gear for those who don't wanna wait to lvl up like Boarskin culottes.

There is the woolen gear like the doublet optimal lvl 47 that might be cheaper.

Edited by user Monday, October 24, 2011 4:57:40 PM(UTC)  | Reason: Not specified

I am updating the items/gear @ Kida's first post in this thread. If something vital is missing or incorrect pls let me or Kida know. Since the latest updates there are a lot more items to select from. This means if the best item is not available or too expensive they will have plenty of options.

So far I have the baits/lures, rods/gigs, Head, waist gear updated.

Here's a pic of the gear you mentioned except I need to get the blue gloves and blue angler's hat. The gloves you mentioned Oro aren't even on the Market Ward list so I might get the felt work gloves blue version.

Edited by user Wednesday, October 26, 2011 12:44:27 PM(UTC)  | Reason: Not specified

Great that this is being done... the list was definitely outdated. Thanks for the screenshot as well. That gear looks so awesome :D

Kida's Guide updated as of 11/2/11

As far as rings, etc I will add those later. If you find any mistakes or missing information post a reply.

I am finally going to finish updating the subtle name changes SE made to the list this week.

Honestly fishing is so easy that most people I observed never upgraded their gear. I enjoy putting on new gear in games like this so I did but this guide needs to be updated because some names have changed and a few new items are out like the hamlet gear and some jewelry.

I haven't even put any materia on my gear. If and when they make fishing tougher where stats really make a difference then I will until then I have no issues catching whatever I need. I just put in plenty of options in these guides so you do not have to wear a specific thing at your level.

Once the cap is lifted then yeah some stats should take priority. Plus you have to figure that new gear will be released for higher levels and who knows what stats will be on that. Probably putting some IV materia on your current gear wouldn't be a bad idea until then but if it's like the first 50 levels I don't see how it will be needed.