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1. beating heart bait
Syntax: bait pole
A beating heart, prized as unusual fishing bait. Some fish are pickier than
others and won't bite on plain bait at all, beating heart bait is what lures
certain tougher, boss‑like fish to the hook. You can turn one up
occasionally while foraging for worms, or claim one by killing an enemy with
the death clutch skill.