The Frightful Jack O’ Lantern is a rare Halloween catch required to complete the Headless Horseman’s quest during the FischFright 2025 event. It’s one of the trickiest event items to find since it’s not a simple pickup — you’ll need the right location, some fishing luck, and possibly a mutation roll to obtain it. This guide explains every method to get one, how the mutation works, and tips to complete the quest efficiently.
1. Starting The Quest
You’ll first need to speak to the Headless Horseman NPC, who tasks you with bringing him a Frightful Jack O’ Lantern.
This quest is part of the main FischFright storyline, located within Crooked Hollow, the Halloween hub of the event.
The Horseman is usually found near the Graveyard area or along the foggy forest paths, depending on your instance of the map. Once you interact with him, your quest log will update to “Bring a Frightful Jack O’ Lantern.”
2. Understanding What You Need
Here’s the key detail — the quest doesn’t want a normal Jack O’ Lantern fish. It specifically asks for the “Frightful” version, which means you’ll need a Jack O’ Lantern fish with the Frightful mutation attached.
The Frightful mutation is a special event attribute that gives Halloween-themed fish their twisted glow and spooky variant name.
So, the target item you need is not just:
Jack O’ Lantern
But specifically:
Frightful “Jack O’ Lantern”
This means you’ll need to fish one up naturally from event waters with the mutation active, or appraise a normal Jack O’ Lantern to see if it has that mutation.
3. Where To Catch A Jack O’ Lantern
You can catch Jack O’ Lantern fish in multiple areas, but the best and most consistent spot is the Halloween Event Zone — particularly the Crooked Hollow pools and color-specific Frightful Pools.
Best Fishing Locations
- Crooked Hollow Central Pool – Standard spawn area for event fish, including Jack O’ Lanterns.
- Orange Frightful Pool – Higher spawn rate for pumpkin-themed fish.
- Haunted Marsh Edge – Occasional spawns of rare variants like Frightful species.
These spots are ideal for rolling the Frightful mutation.
4. Boosting Your Chances
Because the Frightful Jack O’ Lantern is a mutated event fish, your odds depend on fishing stats and environmental boosts.
Tips to Increase Your Catch Rate
Use a High-Luck Rod: Luck boosts your chances of catching rarer fish, and that includes mutated versions.
Activate Aurora Totems: These event items temporarily improve Luck and Mutation rates.
Join a Server with Active Server Luck: The community often hosts boosted servers — they make catching event fish significantly easier.
Equip Event Accessories: Some FischFright gear (like hats or auras) adds small bonuses to mutation odds.
AFK Fish or Macro Farm: Since mutation fish are RNG-based, longer fishing sessions dramatically increase your odds.
If you’re using an auto-fishing macro, stay near color-coded Frightful Pools — that’s where the mutation spawns are most reliable.
5. Appraising & Verifying Mutations
If you catch a regular Jack O’ Lantern, don’t discard it yet. Visit the Appraiser NPC to check for hidden mutations. Sometimes the Frightful tag doesn’t display immediately until appraised.
If it’s revealed to have the Frightful mutation, it qualifies for the quest. If not, keep fishing.
6. Alternative Method – Trading
If you’re struggling to catch one yourself, you can also trade for a Frightful Jack O’ Lantern.
However:
- It’s one of the most in-demand quest items right now.
- Early in the event, traders often overprice it.
- Waiting a few days after the update usually lowers the price as more players start finding them.
If you decide to trade, double-check the item’s full name — make sure it says “Frightful Jack O’ Lantern” before accepting any deal.
7. Completing the Quest
Once you obtain your Frightful Jack O’ Lantern:
- Return to the Headless Horseman in Crooked Hollow.
- Interact with him and turn in the item.
- You’ll receive Candy, Event XP, and potentially unique cosmetic or rod-related rewards, depending on the quest chain’s progress.
After completion, the Horseman may unlock follow-up objectives tied to the event finale.
The Frightful Jack O’ Lantern is a perfect mix of luck, patience, and preparation. Whether you earn it through raw fishing grind or a lucky mutation roll, it’s one of the signature catches of the FischFright 2025 event. Complete the Headless Horseman’s quest to claim your exclusive Halloween rewards and prove you’ve mastered the haunted waters of Crooked Hollow.