Methodology

Rod Score

Rod recommendations use a weighted score across luck, speed, max weight, tier, budget, and target activity. A rare-hunt goal weighs luck higher; a heavy-catch goal weighs max weight higher.

Confidence Labels

Verified means a value has recently been checked directly. Estimated means a community source and stat pattern agree well enough for planning. Needs check means the record is useful for planning but should not be treated as settled.

Expansion Rule

New pages should be added only when they provide a real table, tool, or checklist with enough source confidence to help players make a decision.