That's even better for catching Krakens without the nets! I fish for hours without landing one. Does it matter how far (how many tiles) away you have to cast your fishing line? Regardless, a job well done.
I really believe it is all random luck. One BF last night, two more AMiB's today and one BF today so far. I am just excited to see whatever it is, Serpent or Kraken pop up, unless the Serpent says Parchment, ugh.. Casting with three at a time all in the same spot(4-5 tiles) so it gets fished out quicker and moves to next spot. I am going to try nets, I just haven't used that method yet.( if that is a confirmed Big Fish method?? I have no idea, you know how hush-hush fishing secrets are.) Good Luck, fish on!
Day 9- Mid day update The Ship is getting very "gamey"! Is it the stank bait or the boys? Nine days and they are still at it. Rob has the only landed fish so far today, this 129 stone giant. Fish on, it's gonna be a long hard day indeed.