Cupid's Embrace is a limited-time fishing rod introduced in Fisch's Valentides 2026 update. It can only be obtained through crafting at the Ancient Archives using event-specific materials and 15,000 C$. The rod features a massive 214% Luck stat and a unique Embrace mutation passive, making it valuable for rare catches despite its weak base Resilience and Control.
Quick answer: Craft Cupid's Embrace at the Ancient Archives (coordinates 5870, 160, 415 on Ancient Isle) using 1 Cupid's Handle, 1 Cupid's Core, 1 Sweet Lovestorm Turtle, and 15,000 C$. Both the Handle and Core require completing duo quests with the Sweetheart Sam NPC.
Cupid's Embrace Crafting Materials
You need four specific items to craft Cupid's Embrace. Two of these—Cupid's Handle and Cupid's Core—require completing cooperative quests with another player. The third requires catching a Lovestorm Turtle with the Sweet mutation applied.
Cupid's Handle (1x): Start the Sweetheart Sam quest as a duo. Find all candles and lanterns scattered across the Valentine's island, then catch the Box of Chocolates. Both players must hold the Box near the wishing well to spawn the Love Letter Pike inside it. Catch the pike and return it to the Sam NPC to receive Cupid's Handle.
Cupid's Core (1x): Return to Sweetheart Sam for a second duo quest. Catch 10 limited Lovestorm fish and one Lovestorm Turtle, then deliver them to Sam to obtain Cupid's Core.
Sweet Lovestorm Turtle (1x): Equip a Valentine's Relic on your rod and catch a Lovestorm Turtle to apply the Sweet mutation. Alternatively, appraise a Lovestorm Turtle to receive the Sweet variant.
15,000 C$: Accumulate this currency through normal fishing activities or by selling catches.
Crafting Cupid's Embrace at Ancient Archives
Once you have all four materials, travel to the Ancient Archives on Ancient Isle. The crafting area is located inside the cave behind the waterfall. You can navigate directly using the GPS coordinates 5870, 160, 415.
Step 1: Enter the cave and walk to the Crafting Anvil at the far end of the room.
Step 2: Hold the E key to open the crafting rods menu. Select Cupid's Embrace from the available options.
Step 3: Confirm the craft. The rod will be added to your inventory immediately after the transaction completes.
Cupid's Embrace Stats and Passive Ability
Cupid's Embrace delivers exceptional Luck and Lure Speed but suffers from negative Control and low Resilience. The rod's strength lies in its ability to trigger rare catches quickly, though you will need to compensate for its handling weaknesses through enchantments or bait.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Lure Speed | 70% |
| Luck | 214% |
| Control | 0.1 |
| Resilience | 14% |
| Max Kg | 225,000 kg |
The Embrace mutation passive grants a 25% chance to apply the Embraced mutation to catches. While using this rod, progress speed slowly decreases and resilience increases during the reel. If another player nearby also uses Cupid's Embrace, both players receive improved mutation chance and stat boosts.
Best Enchantments for Cupid's Embrace
The rod's negative Control and low Resilience make it difficult to land late-game fish without support. Apply enchantments that directly address these weaknesses while preserving the high Luck stat.
Mystical: Adds +25% Luck, +45% Resilience, +15% Lure Speed, and +10% Progress Speed. This enchantment significantly improves the rod's handling without sacrificing its core strength.
Herculean: Provides +25,000 Max Kg, +0.2 Control, and +10% Progress Speed. Use this when targeting heavy fish that require better control.
Quality: Grants +15% Luck, +5% Resilience, +15% Lure Speed, and +5% Progress Speed. A lighter alternative to Mystical that still improves multiple stats.
Piercing: Enables the stab mechanic while reeling and adds +15% Progress Speed. This enchantment helps secure catches faster, reducing the impact of low Resilience.
Apply these enchantments using Enchant Relics or Cosmic Relics. Prioritize Mystical or Herculean first to stabilize the rod's handling before experimenting with other options.
Solo Acquisition Limitations
Cupid's Embrace cannot be obtained solo. Both Cupid's Handle and Cupid's Core require the Sweetheart Sam quest, which can only be started and completed as a duo. You must coordinate with another player for every step tied to Sam, including finding candles, catching the Box of Chocolates, spawning the Love Letter Pike, and delivering Lovestorm fish.
The Sweet Lovestorm Turtle can be obtained solo by using a Valentine's Relic or appraising a standard Lovestorm Turtle. The 15,000 C$ requirement can also be met through solo fishing activities.
