From fa0201c6b644c11dc216368aec3087d938a46879 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Dusk-92 Date: Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:15:42 +0200 Subject: [PATCH] Revamp README for FishingBuddy addon Updated README to enhance description, features, commands, installation instructions, and credits. --- README.md | 49 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++-- 1 file changed, 47 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 2acc04b..fcd7db0 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -1,2 +1,47 @@ -# FishingBuddy -OctoWow world of warcraft addon that I've made updates to in order to fix in-game bugs +# 🎣 FishingBuddy + +**OctoWoW addon** — the all-in-one fishing companion for classic WoW. + +A fork of the original *FishingBuddy* (TackleBox + Impp's Fishing Info + outfit manager, all rolled into one), updated and patched to fix in-game bugs on OctoWoW. + +--- + +## ✨ Features + +- 🖱️ **Easy Cast** — right-click to cast your line, same button as looting. Double-click forces an early recast. +- 🐟 **Fish Watcher** — see every fish you've caught before, or just this session. +- 📊 Live display of your **skill level** and **time spent fishing**. +- 👕 **Outfit Manager** — pick a fishing outfit and swap into it in one click. +- 🪱 Auto-apply a **lure** to your fishing pole. +- 🪧 Full **Titan Panel** support. +- 🔌 **myAddOns** support. +- 🔁 Preliminary tracking for **cycle fish** (e.g. Nightfin Snapper) so you know when to hunt them. +- 🎩 Bonus: displays your "style points" based on Draznar's Fishing FAQ, just for fun. + +--- + +## ⌨️ Commands + +| Command | Effect | +|---|---| +| `/fishingbuddy` or `/fb` | Toggle the FishingBuddy window | +| `/fb help` | List all available commands | +| `/fb switch` | Wear your chosen fishing outfit (or switch back) | + +--- + +## 📦 Installation + +1. Download / unzip the addon. +2. Drop the `FishingBuddy` folder into `Interface/AddOns` in your WoW directory. +3. *(Optional)* Also add `OutfitDisplayFrame` — it powers the outfit-picker UI. Skip it if you already use another equipment manager. +4. Launch the game and enjoy tighter lines 🐠 + +> 💡 Alt-click an item in the outfit display to clear it. + +--- + +## 🙏 Credits + +Original addon by the FishingBuddy authors, with thanks to TackleBox, Impp's Fishing DB, QuickWeaponSwap, GuildMap and more. +This fork adapts and patches the addon for **OctoWoW**.