Angling will be coming to Pirates of the Burning Sea in patch 2.6, which means you'll soon be able to catch some fish while killing time around the docks. Here are the details from a new blog entry:

"Starting with 2.6, every port will have several places to cast a line and fish. Each of the game’s nine geographic regions will feature some species variation (some species being rarer than others), and a fishmonger will be standing by in every port to exchange your catches for a variety of new consumables and fittings. The crème de la crème, however, are the region-exclusive Trophy Fish… we have some special things planned for them! (/cryptic statement)"

New items will include two different rods, as well as baits and lures. You will also be able to purchase some other tackle options in the Treasure Aisle shop.

As Producer Michelle "Misha" Williams recently mentioned, the new Angling system will be available for preview on the 2.5 Testbed soon.