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Sailing is OUT TODAY! | November 19th



Changelog - November 19th


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[h2]Sailing Is Here![/h2]

Sailing, Old School's first new skill, is playable TODAY at 10:00 UTC. If we need more time for pre-update checks, we’ll update this page and the Game Status page. Speak to Will and Anne at Port Sarim to start your journey. More information is included below.

[h2]Visual Improvements & Z-Buffer Fixes[/h2]

  • Fixed a bug where the Whisperer’s green orbs were not visible during the fight.
  • Snow in Weiss no longer appears over the herb patch, trees and flowers.
  • Wall textures in Villa Lucens in Aldarin no longer flicker.
  • Underwall tunnel shortcuts are no longer obscured by ground textures.
  • Thrall summon and spellcasting symbols no longer flicker or clip into the ground.
  • Fixed an issue causing water pumps in Varlamore to appear grey and less detailed.
  • Visual issues in the Varlamore Grand Museum, including clipping statues and missing wall symbols, have been fixed.
  • Fountains in the Player-owned House no longer flicker or clip with the ground.
  • Mounted capes in the Player-owned House now display their symbols correctly.
  • Visual issues with various fire pits across Gielinor have been resolved.
  • The entrance to Mor Ul Rek now displays correctly.
  • Blades of grass in Prifddinas no longer clip through tree models.
  • The Top of the Portal Nexus is no longer visible on the second floor of the Player-owned House.
  • Wall textures in Yanille now appear with improved depth and detail.
  • The entrance to Taverley Dungeon now displays correctly, without flickering.
  • Scenery in Villa Lucens no longer clips through the walls.
  • Fixed an issue where torch holders in Yanille were invisible.
  • Fixed an issue where roots on the walls in Taverley Dungeon were hard to see.
  • The Crandor dungeon entrance now displays correctly, with rocks and columns appearing as intended.
  • NPCs in Aldarin and Draynor now display properly, with torsos and assets rendering correctly.
  • Fixed multiple visual issues in the Kualti Headquarters and Sunrise Palace - beds, shields, statues, plants, stairs and entrances now render correctly.
  • Fires and visual effects in the Grotesque Guardians arena now display correctly throughout the fight.
  • Resolved various clipping issues affecting Dust Devils, Smoke Devils, and the Thermonuclear Smoke Devil.
  • The Zulrah teleport scroll now appears correctly.
  • Fixed several clipping problems, including the Port Tyras pier, Skullball ground décor, and wall pieces in Catherby and Port Sarim.
  • The entrance to Barbarian Assault is no longer sealed.


[h2]Other Changes[/h2]

  • Fixed a bug where the Ring of Suffering would lose charges even when its recoil effect was turned off.
  • Sir Tiffy can now take law runes directly from your rune pouch when he wants one during the Wanted! quest.


[h2]PvP Rota[/h2]

The PvP rota has moved to Period B:
  • 560 - (UK) - PvP World
  • 319 - (US) - Bounty Hunter World
  • 579 - (US) - High-Risk PvP World
  • 561 - (UK) - Free-to-Play PvP World
  • 580 - (US) - LMS Competitive
  • World 390 (AUS) for LMS Competitive has been de-activated with this rota.
  • World 569 (AUS) for Bounty Hunter has been de-activated with this rota.

The PvP Arena is using 'Zerker' loadouts in Ranked Duels and Tournaments this week.
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Sailing


Sailing is Old School RuneScape’s 24th skill. There is no doubt that this is our largest single update to date – perhaps our largest update ever. There is so much content coming to the game today: over 30 new islands, several new training methods, new rewards, quests and so much more!

Be amongst the first to sail the seas of Gielinor and see what lies beyond the horizon. There is so much content to explore, and you might just find some special surprises along the way!

[h2]Launch Day Plan (November 19th) - All times in UTC.[/h2]



  • 7:15am UTC – System update timer goes live.
  • 8:00am UTC – Game worlds go offline briefly for the update.
  • 8:00–8:15am UTC – Worlds come back online, players can log in as normal, but won’t be able to start Sailing yet. As the skill will technically be LIVE at this point, max capes can no longer be worn until you get 99 Sailing! Use a knife on the combined capes to disassemble them in the meantime.
  • 8:15am–10:00am UTC – We'll be running some final checks on the live worlds. Players can continue playing on them, but Sailing will remain locked until our checks are complete.
  • ~10:00am UTC – Depending on those checks, we'll unlock Sailing for all members without rebooting the worlds, so you'll be able to start your new adventure directly!

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What is Sailing?


Sailing is a new utility skill. Captain your very own vessel, manage a crew, and explore content found only at sea! With Sailing, the oceans of Gielinor are transformed into fun, playable content, rather than that blue carpet you’re used to seeing.

As you progress your Sailing level, you’ll be able to upgrade your boat and reach more dangerous areas of the ocean. These areas are uncharted, so anything can happen… Just make sure to keep yourself and your crew alive so you can live to tell the tale!

Test your skills as a true Captain. Sail anywhere, any time, and command your crew to become the first to reach new islands. Sure, you might be familiar with Charter Ships, but Sailing your own boat will be a completely new experience filled with adventure, exploration, and discovery. We’ve worked hard on making sure it feels like a perfect addition to Old School, and one that could have existed from the very beginning.

The race to 99 starts now!
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Getting Started


Sailing is accessible to all members’ accounts after completing the introductory quest, Pandemonium. There are no requirements to start the quest, simply speak to Will and Anne at the Port Sarim docks.



Once the quest is completed, you’ll be granted with your very own Raft and Captain’s Log. More information about early training for Sailing and where to go when you first start can be found in the 'How to prepare for Sailing' blog.

[h2]Upgrade and Manage your Boat[/h2]

You can also manage, recover, and customise your Raft (and any future boats), by speaking to a Shipwright, found at most major ports, who will take you through to an area called the Shipyard.

[h3]Shipyard[/h3]

The Shipyard is where you're able to customise your boat. Just like in Construction, you'll want to bring your hammer & saw, along with the required materials, since the Shipyard doesn't have its own bank. But don't worry - as you level up Sailing, you'll unlock ports that offer more convenient access to the Shipyard, and even ones that have nearby banks, among other things!



Click on the ‘Boat Schematics Board’ to modify or upgrade parts of your boat such as the Hull, Keel, Sails, etc and make them stronger. This will help you to withstand dangers at sea, such as enemies or stormy conditions.

You can also add or change facilities on your boat by boarding the gangplank and clicking directly on the facility slot you wish to change.
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How to Train Sailing


There are four main Sailing training methods: Port Tasks, Shipwreck Salvaging, Sea Charting and Barracuda Trials.

These aren’t all immediately unlocked, please refer to the ‘How to Prepare for Sailing’ blog for advice on early game training methods and what to focus on first.

[h2]Port Tasks[/h2]

Port Tasks require you to use your boat as a service for an NPC. They can be taken at a Notice board at most major ports. Initially, you’ll only be able to take one task at a time, but as you level up, more will become available.



There are currently two types of Port Tasks – Courier and Bounty tasks. Courier tasks involve you transporting Cargo from A to B, and Bounty tasks will require you to take down a specific monster and take the loot back to another Port.

[h3]Gameplay Loop[/h3]

  • Ensure your boat contains a Cargo Hold. At Level 1, your first Raft will have one already built.
  • Click on the Notice Board (at most major Ports).
  • Select the task you have the requirements for. Make sure to check important details.
  • Courier Tasks – make sure you’re checking how many pieces of Cargo are needed.
  • If you’re on a Courier Task, pick up the Cargo from the Cargo Supplies box at the correct Port and deposit it into your boat.
  • Courier Tasks – make sure that you have the correct amount of Cargo before you set sail.
  • Sail to the destination.
  • Bounty Tasks – make sure that you’re equipped with a Cannon on your boat to take down the enemy at sea. You might also want to consider making a repair kit for your boat (more on this later).


[h3]Port Task Rewards[/h3]

Port Tasks award Sailing XP and GP.

You can also get a specific type of paint used from Port Tasks, Shark Paint. Shark Paint is used within Shipbuilding. It's a grey colour, one-time use and relatively common.

[h2]Shipwreck Salvaging[/h2]

Turn others' misfortune into your own benefit. There are many sunken ships out there that still contain valuables. Will you recover them?

Shipwreck Salvaging is a relaxed, AFK training method. Simply make sure your boat is equipped with a Salvaging Hook, then head to a Shipwreck Salvage point to gather Salvage, which can be stored in your boat's Cargo hold. You can take your Salvage back to Port to sort them into useful materials, too.



[h3]Gameplay Loop[/h3]
  • Ensure your boat contains an appropriate Shipwreck Salvaging Hook for your Sailing level.
  • Navigate your boat within range of a Shipwreck Salvaging area, marked on your World Map.
  • Stop your boat when you’re close to the Shipwreck and engage with the Salvaging Hook facility by clicking on it and begin to gather salvage. For each salvage you recover, you will earn a small amount of Sailing XP.
  • Salvage will go directly into your inventory. You can place it into your Cargo Hold and continue Salvaging, or head back to Port and sort the Salvage at a Salvaging Station. Sorting your salvage will also award Sailing XP.
  • During Alpha and Beta testing, we noticed that players have found ways to make the XP from Shipwreck Salvaging faster at the cost of having to sort more salvage at docks or drop it and leave it on the ground. We’re excited to see how this shakes things up in the race to 99!


[h3]Shipwreck Salvaging Rewards[/h3]

Shipwreck Salvaging awards Sailing XP, and general materials used within shipbuilding.

[h2]Sea Charting[/h2]

Using your Captain's Log, you can document, chart, and study areas of the sea that were been previously undiscovered.

Chartin' Charles, an NPC located in the cave on the Pandemonium, will give you lots of information about Sea Charting, so if you're ever unsure, we'd recommend speaking to him!

Some charting activities require a specific charting item, and others just require you to sail straight up to them and click on them to note them in your Captain’s Log.

There are many kinds of charting activities, so the gameplay loop will differ slightly between each one.



[h3]Gameplay Loop[/h3]
  • Open your Captain’s Log and identify which area of the sea you’d like to start charting. You can filter your Captain’s Log by different sea groups or level requirements. By default, your Captain’s Log will try to avoid exploration spoilers, so each chartable activity will appear as ???. You can disable this from your Settings menu if you prefer.
  • Ensure that you have the right tool for charting activities that you’re looking to complete. Some charting tools are locked behind quests (both new and existing). You can store your charting tools within your Cargo Hold; just ensure you have them in your inventory when you’re looking to use them.
  • Navigate to your chosen charting activity. If you’re not sure where to go, check your Captain’s Log for more information. Most chartable locations have a visual indicator somewhere in-game, or an NPC, such as a Mermaid or a Troll Meterologist!


Here’s a breakdown of each activity you can chart, most of which has been lifted from the OSRS Wiki page:

Tool
Description
Captain’s Log
To record and document sea charting. It will also tell you information about where you can chart.
Spyglass
Observe notable areas when your ship is positioned upon a group of bubbles on the ocean surface.
Portable Weather Station
Used to chart weather patterns at sea for the Troll Meteorologist.
Current Duck
Track the currents of the sea when your ship is positioned upon a ripple on the ocean surface by placing and following the duck.
Crowbar
Pry open crates found at sea and choose whether you want to drink what you find inside.
Deep Sea Helmet
Gather sea depth data after assisting mermaids.
Deep Sea Apparatus
Gather sea depth data after assisting mermaids.


[h3]Sea Charting Rewards[/h3]

Sea Charting awards one-time Sailing XP for charting points, then additional chunks for completing seas, oceans and regions. Speak to Chartin’ Charles at the Pandemonium to get the additional XP for oceans and full completion.

When you chart an entire sea, you will also unlock some rapids within that area. These give a small speed boost when sailing over them in your boat. Please note, these Rapids will require your boat to have sufficiently upgraded Tillers to utilize.

Other rewards from Sea Charting include drinks that buff you and your crew! They are unlocked by finishing charting a specific selection of seas. These can be drunk independently, or added to a Keg facility on a boat, which provides a buff to all actions performed on a boat. Simply refill a beer glass from the Keg while on the boat. You can stack the buffs from drinks by building multiple Keg facilities, but the same buff cannot be applied twice.

We'd like players to discover more rewards in-game, so as a starting point, we'd recommend speaking to Chartin' Charles to find out more...

[h2]Barracuda Trials[/h2]

Barracuda Trials test your knowledge of navigation mechanics through time-based challenges. Each Barracuda trial has four different difficulties for you to choose from: Unranked, Swordfish, Shark & Marlin.



Unranked is for those who just want to sail around the course and get a feel for the mechanics but has no one-time rewards associated with it - feel free to skip this difficulty if you're feeling confident!

You must complete the previous difficulty level for each trial to unlock the next. Swordfish is the lowest difficulty level and Marlin is the highest. Completing a difficulty for the first time will award a one-time larger XP bonus and you will receive a bespoke reward for your efforts!

[h2]Barracuda Trial Rewards[/h2]

Barracuda Trials award Sailing XP, as well as unique rewards including:
  • Swordfish - A key belonging to a renowned captain, whose chest is somewhere in the world, we'll leave it up to you to uncover where they are and what they contain!
  • Shark - A key item used to build a new unique facility on your boat which will be useful on your travels.
  • Marlin - A key item used to build cosmetic flags which you can display on the back of your boat, reserved for only the best of the best sailors in Gielinor.

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New Quests




Sailing launches with several new quests, the most anticipated being ‘Troubled Tortugans’ which grants access to the Great Conch. A sequel quest, Red Reef, has also been polled and should be released sometime next year, however, it’s important to mention that next year’s updates to Sailing will be guided by player feedback and could change. More information about this can be found in our release date blog here.
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More Rewards!


With Sailing, you can expect to find lots of new resources and training methods out at sea by visiting new islands. It would be impossible to fit everything into this post, so please check out Sailing Poll 1, Sailing Poll 2 and Sailing Poll 3 for more details on specific activities.

Here’s a top-level breakdown of additional Sailing-related content, all of which were polled in our series of development blogs and polls from May to October:

[h2]Deep Sea Trawling[/h2]



New fish have been added to the game as part of Deep Sea Trawling, a hybrid Sailing and Fishing training method.

Simply equip your boat with a Trawling Net facility, and optionally, a Chum Bucket and Sonar Orb. Higher-level Trawling Nets will allow you to reach down further into the sea and catch rarer types of fish.

You’ll be able to cook new fish into food that provides additional effects.

[h2]Lantern Fishing[/h2]

Sailing adds two new types of Squid that you can catch using a Harpoon: Swordtip Squid and Jumbo Squid, which can be used in a variety of different ways. Cut them into bait, cook them, or use them within Herblore as a secondary ingredient to make powerful potions!

[h2]New Trees[/h2]

Four new types of trees have been added: Jatoba Camphor, Rosewood and Ironwood. Most of these new resources are used within shipbuilding, but they function exactly as you would expect with skills like Fletching and Firemaking.

[h2]New Blowpipes[/h2]

Three new mid-level blowpipes have been added: Ironwood, Rosewood and Camphor.

[h2]New Farming & Herblore items[/h2]



Farming now includes Coral Nurseries, a new way to obtain underwater farming resources, including Elkhorn, Pillar, and Umbral Coral. These can have powerful effects in Herblore.

You can also now grow Flax, Hemp and Cotton, which are materials used within Shipbuilding via Hops Patches.

Additionally, you can grow new trees including Rosewood, Ironwood and Camphor via Hardwood Patches.

[h2]Crab Hunting[/h2]



Crab hunting is an engaging new Hunter activity, designed to provide more consistent and reliable XP in comparison with existing training methods.
  • Place your traps at set locations and bait them with a Fish Offcut.
  • After a set amount of time, crabs will make a dash for the baited trap.
  • You'll never fail to catch a crab once it's baited, this means it will be a consistent and reliable hunter XP training method that won't scale with your hunter level.


[h2]Cannonball Smithing[/h2]



Cannonballs from Bronze – Dragon has been added to the game. You can smith Bronze – Rune cannonballs provided you have the correct Smithing requirement, but Dragon can only be obtained as a rare drop.

Incendiary and Chainshot Cannonballs will not be available on launch, as it’s planned to come later.

[h2]Thieving Stalls & Chests[/h2]



Crime does pay!

Sailing is adding pick pocketable Pirate NPCs, Chests, and Merchant Stalls containing things like clues, materials and more.

[h2]Horn of Plenty[/h2]



The Horn of Plenty is a new tradeable Hunter item, equipped in the off-hand slot and requiring level 50 Hunter. When equipped - and charged with Gryphon Feathers - it provides an invisible +4 boost to your Hunter level. When uncharged and equipped, this boost will be +2 Hunter instead. While the Horn is equipped, it consumes a charge every 1/25 Hunter catches. Additionally, you can toggle it on to give a 1/10 chance to double a Hunter catch. If you successfully double a Hunter catch, it will consume an additional Gryphon Feather, but this extra catch does not grant additional XP.

You can only obtain the Horn of Plenty as a drop from regular Gryphons or their superior versions.

[h2]Belle’s Folly[/h2]



Belle’s Folly is the stab equivalent of the Zombie Axe, sitting between the Dragon Sword and the Zamorakian Hasta as a new mid-level stab weapon.

You can only obtain this as a drop from the Shellbane Gryphon.

This item will drop in a tarnished state, and you will need to polish it by using it on the polishing wheel in the Giant's Foundry. This is locked behind a 70 Smithing requirement, and completion of Sleeping Giants.

[h2]Aquanite Hopper[/h2]



Aquanites have a chance of dropping an Aquanite Tendon, a tradeable resource which can be combined with a Mithril Bar to create an Aquanite Hopper. This is a tradeable Ranged offhand that provides a 10% chance for Crossbows to fire twice instead of once. The second bolt will be reduced by 67% damage, accuracy, and enchanted bolt chance. Please note that the second bolt's Enchant effect cannot activate if the first bolt already activated it.

[h2]Medallion of the Deep[/h2]



During your Sailing adventures, you'll have the chance to uncover hidden secrets. One such discovery is the Medallion of the Deep, an untradeable neck-slot item that functions as specialised diving equipment, letting you explore underwater without the need for additional gear. Please note, the Medallion of the Deep will not work in areas with a strict oxygen limit, for balancing reasons.
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Slayer




The addition of Sailing includes several new Slayer changes.

Lava Strykewyrms and their superior variant will be added to existing Wyrm tasks. Strykewyrms have a chance of dropping Dragon Sheets, a rare material used within shipbuilding and always drop Strykewyrm Bones.

We’ve also added two new unlockable tasks: Gryphons and Aquanites (including their superior variants). The Shelllbane Gryphon (a new Slayer boss) has also been added and can only be fought whilst on task.

[h2]Frost Dragons[/h2]

Frost dragons can be fought outside of Slayer tasks, but you can also get them as a Slayer tasks. They won't need to be unlocked with slayer points.

During testing, we evaluated how long it would take players to fully upgrade every facility on their boat. The results showed that the time investment required was significantly higher than intended. To help ensure the content feels rewarding rather than overly grindy, we’ve made some balance adjustments to the Slayer task weighting and quantities:

[h3]Nieve[/h3]
  • Weighting: 5 (old 4)
  • Quantity: 60-100 (old 20-30)


[h3]Duradel[/h3]
  • Weighting 5 (old 4)
  • Quantity: 70-120 (old 30-40)

We know that changing polled content after the fact isn’t ideal, and we don’t make these decisions lightly. But in this case, we feel that leaving things as they were would result in an unnecessarily long and frustrating grind, which isn’t the experience we want at launch.

As always, we’ll be keeping an eye on your feedback, and we’ll make further adjustments if needed.
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HiScores


We're also adding a static Pre-Sailing 'Top 100 Overall' page to immortalize the dedicated players who achieved their ranks before Sailing released. These players have earned their name in history, and will have a special golden goblet added next to their name. We can't wait to see who comes out top in the new race to 99!
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Feedback & Bug Reports


Sailing is one of our biggest updates ever, and although we’ve done our utmost to make sure all issues have been fixed for launch during Alpha and Beta testing, there may be bugs or unexpected issues that occur.

To get issues fixed effectively, we’ll triage them based mainly on player impact, ensuring that the most ‘game-breaking’ ones are dealt with first where possible. We’ll keep this news post updated with the most important bugs that we’re aware of, and the Game Status page will also be updated for anything that might impact downtime. For more minor bugs or issues, we’ll use a space within the Official OSRS Discord server and keep it updated as regularly as possible.

Some bugs will be fixed straight away, and others may require a reboot to fix. We’ll assess this based on our triage process, where the most player-impacting and game-impacting ones are fixed as quickly as possible.

If you’ve encountered a bug or issue, please consider using in-game bug report button to make us aware of it - we'd really appreciate it!

You may also want to consider reporting them to us via Discord in the ‘Sailing’ channel. This is because Discord’s functionality includes the ability for users to upload images or files, which can be useful to us when we identify bugs or issues. Please note, tagging individual staff members outside of the Community Management team is not required and may disrupt their work.

Finally, we often check our owned and community-ran social media platforms, including X, Reddit, Instagram and Facebook - feel free to post there and we'll do our best to update you where we can.
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Visual Improvements & Z-Buffer Fixes


Last week, we talked about the major visual upgrade we rolled out to Old School’s rendering system, introducing true 3D depth calculations (known as Z-buffering). In simple terms, surfaces now display in the correct order, making Gielinor feel a little more grounded!

Whenever you overhaul a core system like how the game calculates depth, there are always a few quirks to iron out. You might still notice the occasional flickering floor, clipping object, or other minor visual oddities. While none of these issues prevent you from playing, we know they can be distracting, and the team has been working hard to tidy them up.

This week’s update addresses a batch of visual improvements and fixes, including:
  • Fixed a bug where the Whisperer’s green orbs were not visible during the fight.
  • Snow in Weiss no longer appears over the herb patch, trees and flowers.
  • Wall textures in Villa Lucens in Aldarin no longer flicker.
  • Underwall tunnel shortcuts are no longer obscured by ground textures.
  • Thrall summon and spellcasting symbols no longer flicker or clip into the ground.
  • Fixed an issue causing water pumps in Varlamore to appear grey and less detailed.
  • Visual issues in the Varlamore Grand Museum, including clipping statues and missing wall symbols, have been fixed.
  • Fountains in the Player-owned House no longer flicker or clip with the ground.
  • Mounted capes in the Player-owned House now display their symbols correctly.
  • Visual issues with various fire pits across Gielinor have been resolved.
  • The entrance to Mor Ul Rek now displays correctly.
  • Blades of grass in Prifddinas no longer clip through tree models.
  • The Top of the Portal Nexus is no longer visible on the second floor of the Player-owned House.
  • Wall textures in Yanille now appear with improved depth and detail.
  • The entrance to Taverley Dungeon now displays correctly, without flickering.
  • Scenery in Villa Lucens no longer clips through the walls.
  • Fixed an issue where torch holders in Yanille were invisible.
  • Fixed an issue where roots on the walls in Taverley Dungeon were hard to see.
  • The Crandor dungeon entrance now displays correctly, with rocks and columns appearing as intended.
  • NPCs in Aldarin and Draynor now display properly, with torsos and assets rendering correctly.
  • Fixed multiple visual issues in the Kualti Headquarters and Sunrise Palace - beds, shields, statues, plants, stairs and entrances now render correctly.
  • Fires and visual effects in the Grotesque Guardians arena now display correctly throughout the fight.
  • Resolved various clipping issues affecting Dust Devils, Smoke Devils, and the Thermonuclear Smoke Devil.
  • The Zulrah teleport scroll now appears correctly.
  • Fixed several clipping problems, including the Port Tyras pier, Skullball ground décor, and wall pieces in Catherby and Port Sarim.
  • The entrance to Barbarian Assault is no longer sealed.


As mentioned last week, additional visual improvements will continue rolling out gradually in the coming days and weeks. Some fixes arrive alongside our regular Wednesday game updates, while others are deployed through ongoing engine and client updates, so don’t be surprised if things subtly improve without a formal patch note.

For a full list of known issues and ongoing fixes, keep an eye on the official OSRS Discord’s #zbuffer-known-issues channel. Your reports and feedback continue to be invaluable in tracking down visual quirks across Gielinor, so please keep them coming!
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Digital Audio


With today's update we've introduced digital audio to the game. This expands the pallet of sounds that our audio designers can use to create new SFX for future areas of Gielinor, starting with Sailing. For example, we have used digital audio to improve the ocean ambiences when adventuring through the different seas.

As always, our intention is to retain the OSRS sound identity and feel, but now we can achieve this even quicker with an extra layer of polish whilst still maintaining the OSRS audio aesthetic.
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Sailing Merch!


In celebration of the launch of Sailing, AngelsScapes has crafted a treasure trove of exclusive pins and keyrings that are now available on the official merch store.



Display your nautical prowess with the Sailing Skill Icon Pin, or secure a Sailing Skill Cape keyring in preparation for the race to 99! For pet collectors and fans of cute companions, snag the sea turtle Sailing pet, Soup. If you're in search of a quirky guardian for your riches, the Bank Crab will keep your gold safe (probably).
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Other Changes


  • Fixed a bug where the Ring of Suffering would lose charges even when its recoil effect was turned off.
  • Sir Tiffy can now take law runes directly from your rune pouch when he wants one during the Wanted! quest.

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PvP Rota


The PvP rota has moved to Period B:
  • 560 - (UK) - PvP World
  • 319 - (US) - Bounty Hunter World
  • 579 - (US) - High-Risk PvP World
  • 561 - (UK) - Free-to-Play PvP World
  • 580 - (US) - LMS Competitive
  • World 390 (AUS) for LMS Competitive has been de-activated with this rota.
  • World 569 (AUS) for Bounty Hunter has been de-activated with this rota.


The PvP Arena is using 'Zerker' loadouts in Ranked Duels and Tournaments this week.
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You can also discuss this update on the 2007Scape subreddit, the Steam forums, or the community-led OSRS Discord in the #gameupdate channel. For more info on the above content, check out the official Old School Wiki.

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It's almost impossible to put OSRS' 'Old School' feeling into words, so I gave its devs a crack at it

Old School Runescape has expanded in ways a younger, more sprightly version of me could never have imagined. We've now reached the point that Gielinor has ostensibly revealed all its overworld has to offer, its Varlamore update clearing away the last of the black squares of nothingness that punctuated its world map. Yet, despite the swathes of new monsters, quests, and even entire continents that have arrived since the Old School version of Runescape 2 launched over a decade ago now, the game has never once felt like it's strayed from that special something that made it so magical for me growing up.


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Sailing Technical Pre-Release | November 5th



We’re charting new waters this week as Sailing content docks in Gielinor ahead of launch day!

Changelog - November 5th


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[h3]Sailing Technical Pre-Release[/h3]
  • Added Sailing content to the live game ahead of the skill’s full launch on November 19th at 10:00 UTC.
  • You’ll spot Sailing NPCs, quests, and interfaces around Gielinor, but none of them can be interacted with just yet.


[h3]Z-buffer Graphical Fixes[/h3]
  • Fixed an issue where the entrance tunnels to the Piscatoris Fishing Colony were invisible.
  • The trapdoor in While Guthix Sleeps is now visible, and the flickering dungeon floor has been fixed.
  • Shadows now appear correctly for Verzik, her pet, and all her projectiles.
  • The stairs to the Treasure Room in the Theatre of Blood now display correctly after defeating Verzik.
  • The rug in the Darkness of Hallowvale quest is now visible once more.
  • Fixed an issue where ground attack effects in the Huey encounter were flickering or not displaying properly.
  • Fixed visual issues during Perilous Moons, where Blood Moon pools and Eclipse Moon highlights appeared incorrectly.


[h3]Other Changes[/h3]
  • The Halloween event has now concluded, and all decorations have been removed. Any Players who earned rewards can reclaim them from Diango as usual.
  • The Smithing Skill Guide now correctly lists Blurite bars as requiring level 13 to smelt.
  • Some grammar has been corrected in messages about personal best times in the Tombs of Amascut.
  • Some grammar has been corrected in messages about broken Torva items.
  • The buff bar now updates when ammo is equipped directly to your worn items from the ground.
  • Some incorrect login tips about poison cures have been removed.


[h3]PvP Rota[/h3]
The PvP rota has moved to Period A@
  • 539 - (US) - PvP World
  • 318 - (UK) - Bounty Hunter World
  • 548 - (Germany) - High-Risk PvP World
  • 577 - (US) - Free-to-Play PvP World
  • 559 - (UK) - LMS Competitive


World 390 (AUS) for LMS Competitive has been activated with this rota.

World 569 (AUS) for Bounty Hunter has been activated with this rota.

The PvP Arena is using 'Max/Med' loadouts in Ranked Duels and Tournaments this week.
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Sailing Technical Pre-Release

In case you've been living under a particularly large rock recently, Old School's first-ever new skill, Sailing, launches on November 19th at 10:00 UTC!

Before launch day arrives, we’re battening down the hatches and making sure everything’s shipshape behind the scenes. This week’s update marks the Sailing Technical Pre-Release - where we’re hoisting most of the Sailing content into the game, but it’ll remain locked and unplayable until launch.

This pre-release is a crucial step in preparing for one of the biggest updates Old School has ever seen. With so many new systems, assets, and code changes introduced by Sailing, we need to ensure everything integrates cleanly with the live game environment. This allows us to monitor how the game performs under real conditions, identify any last-minute issues, and keep everything stable ahead of launch day.

So while you’ll start seeing some new faces, icons, and quest names around Gielinor and the wider internet, you won’t be able to train the skill or set sail just yet - think of it as loading the ship before departure. Feel free to let us know which things you spot that you're most excited for. We can't wait to see your posts about all the new additions coming to the game soon!

As this is one of the largest technical updates we’ve ever deployed, we recommend steering clear of high-risk activities (like Hardcore Ironman antics or dangerous PvM) right after the update, just while we monitor for any unexpected issues.

Here’s what you might notice in-game:
  • Sailing NPCs or interfaces: Interacting with some of these will inform you that Sailing is available from November 19th.
  • Quest, Music, and Max Capes are unaffected; you’ll still be able to wear them until Sailing's full release.
  • Sailing quests (like Pandemonium and Current Affairs) appear in your quest list, but are greyed out and marked as 'coming soon'.
  • The Sailing skill guide and quest journals are visible, but only show that the content will unlock on November 19th.
  • Sailing XP cannot be earned or granted by any means. So no sneaking in any XP lamps or Tears of Guthix!
  • Sea creatures, boats, and shipwrights can be seen but not used - attempting to interact will simply give you some flavour dialogue.
  • Sailing-related Slayer tasks, collection log entries, and music tracks will be visible, but remain locked until launch.
  • Fish chunks from aerial fishing being converted to "Fish offcuts" (the same ones you get from Barbarian fishing).
    • Please note, they still behave exactly the same.

Essentially, everything is in place, but the ship’s still moored for final checks!

A few things to note:
  • You may notice a few items (like steel chains) appearing in the Smithing skill guide. These currently have limited use, but will be used for future Sailing content - so don’t worry if you spot them a tad early!
  • Certain Sailing-related items may also be visible in-game, but not yet craftable - this is entirely intentional, so don't worry.
The Shores Ahead
  • Today: Sailing Technical Pre-Release update (Sailing content added but locked).
  • From today until November 18th: Technical monitoring and stability checks.
  • November 19th (10:00 UTC): Sailing launches for all players!
    • 7:15am UTC - System update timer goes live.
    • 8:00am UTC - Game worlds go offline briefly for the update.
    • 8:00 - 8:15am UTC - Worlds come back online, players can log in as normal, but won’t be able to start Sailing yet.
    • 8:15am - 10:00am UTC - We'll be running some final checks on the live worlds. Players can continue playing on them, but Sailing will remain locked until our checks are complete.
    • 10:00am UTC - Depending on those checks, we'll unlock Sailing for all members without rebooting the worlds, so you'll be able to start your new adventure directly!

Please note that once game worlds come back online, the update will have been deployed, despite not being accessible to players yet. As a result of this, the max cape and its perks will no longer be usable, and everyone will officially have Level 1 Sailing, which will be reflected on the HiScores right away (upon logout). You won't be able to start the Pandemonium quest that unlocks the skill until Sailing we make Sailing accessible, hopefully around 10.00am UTC.

We'll keep you updated via our usual channels to see whether any of your existing if we need extra time for our final checks.

If you’re already feeling the sea breeze and want to get ahead of the waves, check out our blog 'How to Prepare for Sailing', where we cover everything you’ll need to set sail like a pro on launch day!
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Z-buffer Graphical Fixes

Last week, we rolled out a major visual upgrade to Old School’s rendering system, introducing true 3D depth calculations (known as Z-buffering). In simple terms, this means surfaces now display in the correct order, making the world feel a little more grounded - literally!

Of course, when you overhaul something as fundamental as how the game sees depth, a few things are bound to need a little tinkering aftercare here and there. You might’ve noticed the odd flickering floor, floating object, or shadow behaving badly. While the majority of these issues haven't been game-breaking, we know they can be quite distracting, and we want you to know the team’s been working hard to clean things up as fast as they can.

You’ll see additional visual improvements rolling out gradually over the coming days and weeks as we continue to monitor your feedback and polish the new depth system. Some of these fixes may arrive between our regular Wednesday game updates, as they’re deployed through ongoing engine and client updates - so don’t worry if things subtly improve without a formal patch note!

Here’s what we’ve addressed in this week's update:
  • Fixed an issue where the entrance tunnels to the Piscatoris Fishing Colony were invisible.
  • The trapdoor in While Guthix Sleeps is now visible, and the flickering dungeon floor has been fixed.
  • Shadows now appear correctly for Verzik, her pet, and all her projectiles.
  • The stairs to the Treasure Room in the Theatre of Blood now display correctly after defeating Verzik.
  • The rug in the Darkness of Hallowvale quest is now visible once more.
  • Fixed an issue where ground attack effects in the Huey encounter were flickering or not displaying properly.
  • Fixed visual issues during Perilous Moons, where Blood Moon pools and Eclipse Moon highlights appeared incorrectly.

You can keep track of known issues and updates in the official OSRS Discord’s #zbuffer-known-issues channel. If you spot anything unexpected, please let us know via the usual channels. Your feedback’s been hugely helpful in tracking these down so far, so please keep the reports coming!
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Competition: In-game Christmas Jumper Design



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Spooktober is officially behind us, which means it's now socially acceptable to be hyped for the Christmas season! On that note, we're kicking things off with a competition for a community designed reward from this year's upcoming Christmas Event: What would your dream OSRS Christmas Jumper look like in-game? Grab the jumper template here and design one that fits the Old School art style!

How to Enter?

We'll be sharing the competition posts TODAY on our official Discord, X and Reddit - so keep an eye on our socials! You can enter the competition via any of these platforms.

When they're live, submit your design under the thread of your chosen social platform to enter.

Competition Dates/Times:
  • Starts: 12:00pm UTC, November 5th 2025
  • Ends: 12:00pm UTC, November 12th 2025

Rewards:
  • We'll be adding a Christmas Jumper inspired by the winning design as an in-game reward from the Christmas 2025 Event.
  • 5 months of OSRS membership

Check out the T&Cs here for more info.
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Merch

Play Against OSRS NPCs on Chess.com!


If you can't see the image above, click here!

Old School RuneScape has teamed up with Chess.com to bring you limited-time playable Chess bots, available from November 3rd to November 30th!

On Chess.com, you'll be able to face off against five of your favourite OSRS NPCs in a test of strategy and wit at varying difficulty levels, ranging from beginner to grandmaster level!

Featuring iconic NPCs such as: The Wise Old Man, Sliske, Bob the cat, Vannaka and the goblin duo, Bentnoze and Wartface. Enjoy lore-filled dialogue written and reviewed by Jmods with each move you make.

Whether you're a beginner or an expert, jump in and play now: https://go.chess.com/jagex
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Other Changes

  • The Halloween event has now concluded, and all decorations have been removed. Any Players who earned rewards can reclaim them from Diango as usual.
  • The Smithing Skill Guide now correctly lists Blurite bars as requiring level 13 to smelt.
  • Some grammar has been corrected in messages about personal best times in the Tombs of Amascut.
  • Some grammar has been corrected in messages about broken Torva items.
  • The buff bar now updates when ammo is equipped directly to your worn items from the ground.
  • Some incorrect login tips about poison cures have been removed.

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Annual Survey Prize Raffle Winners


A massive thank you to everyone who took the time to complete the 2025 Annual Survey!

Your feedback helps shape the future of Old School, and we really appreciate you sharing your thoughts with us.

As promised, we’ve randomly selected 50 players to each receive a $50 gift voucher as a thank you for taking part. The vouchers should be with you within the next week!

Congratulations to:

Nisecle, ComradeSkye, Ze Rogue, Helders, Juicej0nes, DoMathic, charz297, IlIatt, kolizeum9, Iamthemoons, CactusHarold, Strous, Mhyst89, xDandaros, Fostil, TheFordium, Ironmonkey, ALegendOfRTK, Filthy lron, Panther482, Abenir, azearon, BloodVeld99, Maximus Rebo, SirJohnn, wart hog, Suavity, KhalonoOSRS, Dog Nooxy, TJGooner, Rippin0, Pottatz, TheBluSpirit, SeniorPigu3, IronJuiice, IMA_Mudslide, bwilts, agnes0ld, Bussymonstur, AvocadoLad, BadManDaan, GIM BigDad, Yak God, Full Goon, 0akesy, Kyremvile, Myzzari, gow2, Mr Cath, and UK Drew!

Thanks again to everyone who shared their views this year. Your input really does make a difference.
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Community Event


[h2]Into the Pit with Mods Manked & Rach[/h2]


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Think you’ve got what it takes to be the last one standing?

We’re heating things up with a community Fight Pits Showdown. It’s time to show the TzHaar what last man standing really means.

When?
  • Friday, 07 November 2025, 15:30 GMT.

Where?
  • The Official OSRS Discord - Streamed on a Stage for anyone who can’t join but wants to watch the action.
  • World 520, TzHaar Fight Pit

What?
  • Round 1: warm-up round - a chance to practice and get a feel for the action.
  • Rounds 2-4: The official competition rounds.
  • The last player standing at the end of each official round will walk away with 3 OSRS Bonds.
  • T&Cs here.

Team up, betray your mates, or go hide in a corner all game with nothing but full Justi, a Dinny B, and a dream! Just make sure you embrace the carnage - because there can only be one champion at the end.

See you in the Pit, and don’t forget your phoenix necklace. You’re going to need it...
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PvP World Rota


The PvP rota has moved to Period A:
  • 539 - (US) - PvP World
  • 318 - (UK) - Bounty Hunter World
  • 548 - (Germany) - High-Risk PvP World
  • 577 - (US) - Free-to-Play PvP World
  • 559 - (UK) - LMS Competitive

World 390 (AUS) for LMS Competitive has been activated with this rota.

World 569 (AUS) for Bounty Hunter has been activated with this rota.

The PvP Arena is using 'Max/Med' loadouts in Ranked Duels and Tournaments this week.
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You can also discuss this update on the 2007Scape subreddit, the Steam forums, or the community-led OSRS Discord in the #gameupdate channel. For more info on the above content, check out the official Old School Wiki.

Mods Abe, Abyss, Acorn, Ape, Arcane, Archie, Argo, Ash, Ayiza, BigRig, Blighted, Blossom, Boko, Bruno, Chilly, Criminal, Curse, Daizong, Ed, Elena, Enigma, Entropi, Freddie, Fuzz, Gecko, Gengis, Gizmo, Goblin, Grace, Grub, Halo, Harold, Hend, Hornet, Husky, Ivory, Jalo, Jamesy, Jerv, Keyser, Kieren, Kirby, Kurotou, Leebleh, Lenny, Light, Liron, Lykos, Mack, Manked, Markos, Maylea, Mobius, Moogle, Morty, Moz, Necro, Nin, Nixon, Nox, Nylu, Ori, Other, Otter, Philomel, Pork, Pumpkin, Puppi, Rach, Redfield, Rice, Roq, Roy, Ry, Saiyan, Sarnie, Schmidt, Shogun, Shroom, Sigma, Skylark, Smithy, Sova, Spyro, Squid, Starry, Suharun, Surma, Sween, Tide, Titania, Titus, TJ, Tomb, Tsourorf, Tyran, Veda, Vegard, West, Wolfy & Yume

The Old School Team.

New Renderer Beta Pause | October 29th



PSA: With the introduction of Z-buffered rendering on the Official Clients today, you may notice some graphical bugs such as missing model details, flickering visuals, or interactive objects that are hidden but still clickable. We'll be actively monitoring these throughout the week to resolve asap. Some issues may require a game reboot (Coldfix), and we will prioritise addressing any major bugs. In the meantime, we recommend Hardcore players take caution with any dangerous activities. Thanks for your patience.

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This week, we say a temporary goodbye to the new renderer beta so the team can work on preparing for the future!

Changelog - October 29th


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[h2]New Renderer Beta Pause[/h2]
  • The New Renderer Beta has been temporarily taken offline as we roll out a major backend upgrade - introducing z-buffered rendering, a complete overhaul of how the Official Clients render 3D graphics.
    • This update modernises how the game handles visual depth and paves the way for future improvements like Sailing and the HD rollout.
[h2]Other Changes[/h2]
  • Players who've achieved 1 or more Threads of Elidinis from Tombs of Amascut can now repurchase them from Perdu for 350,000 coins.

[h2]PvP Rota[/h2]

The PvP rota has moved to Period B

  • 560 - (UK) - PvP World
  • 319 - (US) - Bounty Hunter World
  • 579 - (US) - High-Risk PvP World
  • 561 - (UK) - Free-to-Play PvP World
  • 580 - (US) - LMS Competitive

World 390 (AUS) for LMS Competitive has been de-activated with this rota.

World 569 (AUS) for Bounty Hunter has been de-activated with this rota.

The PvP Arena is using '1 Def Pure' loadouts in Ranked Duels and Tournaments this week.
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A Quieter Update


You may have noticed things are a little quieter than usual this week, and that’s no accident! The team is full steam ahead, preparing for one of Old School’s biggest milestones yet: the launch of Sailing on November 19th. If you missed the announcement, you can catch all the details in our Sailing launch blog here.

In the run-up to launch, you can expect a few lighter weeks on the content front while we focus on polishing every plank and sail for Old School’s very first new skill. That doesn’t mean things have gone quiet behind the scenes though - far from it!

This week, we’ve been hard at work taking the New Renderer Beta offline to integrate your feedback, as well as fine-tuning the new Poll System that launched last week. Both are big steps toward improving the long-term player experience, and they’ll set the stage nicely for everything that comes after Sailing’s maiden voyage.

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Preparing for the Future: New Renderer Beta Pause


As of today, the New Renderer Beta has been temporarily taken offline while we put your incredible feedback into action and focus on a major round of improvements behind the scenes.

This pause lets us make large-scale changes safely, without risking stability during the busy run-up to Sailing’s launch and the end of the year.

Development is continuing full steam ahead, and we’re using this opportunity to refine key areas before bringing the Beta back:
  • Client stability - particularly across mobile devices.
  • Performance consistency - so all devices see the improvements we’re aiming for.
  • Character rendering - to ensure your hard-earned gear and Skill Capes look as sharp as they should.

You may also notice a "Force disable new renderer?" option on the login screen for a short while - this is intentional, and it’ll be removed in a future client update once testing is complete.

We’re still on track to bring the New Renderer Beta back stronger than ever in the new year.

Thank you once again for testing, reporting, and supporting us as we chart the next generation of Old School visuals - we're keeping the same style you know and love, just with a bit of polish!

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Z-Buffered Rendering Arrives on Official Clients


Alongside the Renderer Beta Pause, we’ve rolled out z-buffered rendering across all Official Clients - a major technical milestone that modernises how Old School handles 3D depth.

Originally written to run in a Java applet on low-spec computers back in 2004, Old School’s renderer had to cut a few corners when it came to depth-sorting - the process of deciding which surfaces appear in front of others. Those shortcuts sometimes caused small bits of visual 'jankiness', like objects clipping or flickering against the ground.

With z-buffering enabled, the game now performs true 3D depth calculations, meaning surfaces render in the correct order. You shouldn’t notice much difference moment to moment, but this change fixes long-standing visual quirks and lays the groundwork for future improvements, including Sailing and the eventual HD rollout on the Official Client.

We've gone to great lengths to make this update as seamless as possible, but changing how the game handles depth is a big shift. With changes this large, some jankiness is to be expected. You may notice some graphical bugs in certain areas - such as missing model details, flickering visuals, or interactive objects that are hidden but still clickable... We'll be actively monitoring these throughout the week and working hard to resolve as soon as we can. So please let us know any issues you encounter through the in-game bug report feature and our socials! Some issues may require a game reboot (Coldfix) to resolve, and we will prioritise addressing any major, game-breaking bugs as needed. In the meantime, we recommend Hardcore players take caution with any dangerous activities.

We’ll be monitoring feedback closely, so if you see anything unusual, please let us know!

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Poll System Road Test


Our brand-new Poll System has now been live for nearly a week, and we’ve already seen almost 68,000 members take part in the Road Test poll!

This initial poll was designed purely to test the new system in a live environment, making sure everything runs well before we use it for real game-impacting questions.

A huge thank you to everyone who’s taken the time to vote so far. Your participation helps us ensure future polls are accurate, reliable, and ready to shape the future of Old School.

We’ll be opening our first true gameplay polls soon, so stay tuned!

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Merch Update - New OSRS Logo Pins!


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New OSRS logo pins from Angels Scapes – these have been much requested so now you can grab not one but 2 pins to celebrate your favourite game! There is a smaller version you can wear and a supersized version that is double the size and comes with a matt black and gold foil presentation box. Perfect for gifting (maybe add it to your Xmas list now!)

If you can't see the image above, click here!

Both feature coloured enamel, jelly enamel, and 2.5D shiny gold and antique nickel double plating.

In stock and ready to ship now from the official merch store.

Also, a reminder for our American Scapers that the US Merch Store is back!

Our merch partner had to temporarily close the store after changes to US customs rules came into effect on August 29th, but we’re pleased to confirm that orders can now be placed again. There are a few changes to be aware of if you’re shopping from the States:
  • U.S. Customs now requires duties to be prepaid, which means these are now automatically calculated on the store and the shipping price quoted at checkout now includes all duties and tariffs owed.
  • All US orders will be sent via DHL tracked. The team are still working with Royal Mail and hopes to bring back a cheaper, non-tracked option in the future.

We know shipping from the UK isn’t ideal. Work is already underway on a proper long-term solution that would see US orders fulfilled from a warehouse closer to home.

To help ease the string of these new duties and shipping changes, we've put together some special bundles and offers on popular items where possible – that includes Pins and Keyrings!

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Other Changes
  • Players who've achieved 1 or more Threads of Elidinis from Tombs of Amascut can now repurchase them from Perdu for 350,000 coins.

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Next Week: Sailing Technical Pre-Release Update

Sailing will release on November 19th at 10:00 UTC! To make sure everything runs smoothly on launch day, we're slightly adjusting our usual release process with a technical pre-release update two weeks early.

On November 5th, our weekly Game Update will include some of the content for Sailing. This content will stay locked and inaccessible until the official launch and helps us identify and fix any potential issues before Sailing goes live. During this period, our team will be monitoring the content closely and testing it on a staff-only beta world.

While Sailing is inaccessible in this update, the update on November 5th is one of the largest updates we've ever done behind-the-scenes. While we are doing everything we can do make sure it runs smoothly, we would recommend avoiding any dangerous in-game activities right after the update, in case of any unexpected game world instability.

[h3]Timeline[/h3]
  • November 5th: Sailing technical pre-release update. Most Sailing content will be added to the game (but won’t be accessible yet).
  • November 5th – 18th: The team will monitor and address any technical issues to ensure everything runs smoothly.
  • November 19th: The game update will launch earlier than usual, but Sailing will remain inaccessible until approximately 10:00am UTC.

Next week, we'll be releasing a more detailed "how to prepare for Sailing" blog, so you can look forward to that!

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Community Discord Event


[h3]Into the Pit with Mods Manked & Rach[/h3]

If you can't see the image above, click here!

Think you’ve got what it takes to be the last one standing?

We’re heating things up with a community Fight Pits Showdown. It’s time to show the TzHaar what last man standing really means.

When?
  • Friday, 07 November 2025
  • 15:30 UTC (Massing from 15:15 UTC – be ready! 15.15 GMT / 10.15 ET / 07:15 PT / 02:15 AET)

Where?
  • The Official OSRS Discord - Streamed on a Stage for anyone who can’t join but wants to watch the action.
  • World 520, TzHaar Fight Pit

What?
  • Round 1: warm-up round - a chance to practice and get a feel for the action.
  • Rounds 2-4: The official competition rounds.
  • The last player standing at the end of each official round will walk away with 3 OSRS Bonds.
  • T&Cs here!

Team up, betray your mates, or go hide in a corner all game with nothing but full Justi, a Dinny B, and a dream! Just make sure you embrace the carnage - because there can only be one champion at the end.

See you in the Pit, and don’t forget your phoenix necklace. You’re going to need it...

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Community Update


[h3]CreatorCrafted – New Designs from the Community![/h3]

There’s a fresh update from CreatorCrafted whose LED signs and desk mats are designed in collaboration with members of the OSRS art community, and produced under license from Jagex.

This time, seven new LED signs join the lineup, iconic items every adventurer will recognise. From the Rune scimitar to the mighty Dragon claws, Dragon hunter crossbow to the Magic shortbow, these designs capture the essence of some of RuneScape's most iconic gear. And it’s not just weapons: you’ll also find a Dragon defender, Lobster, and even a Skilling Icon to light up your setup.


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Alongside the signs comes a brand-new desk mat: the Slayer Desk Mat, created in collaboration with Theoatrix and Runecrafted. Showcasing one of RuneScape’s most beloved skills, this design highlights all the bosses you’ll face across Gielinor on your path to mastery.


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Want to see the full collection or pick up one of the latest designs? Click here to explore everything on offer, and use code ‘THERMY’ at checkout for 10% off your order!

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PvP World Rota


The PvP rota has moved to Period B:
  • 560 - (UK) - PvP World
  • 319 - (US) - Bounty Hunter World
  • 579 - (US) - High-Risk PvP World
  • 561 - (UK) - Free-to-Play PvP World
  • 580 - (US) - LMS Competitive

World 390 (AUS) for LMS Competitive has been de-activated with this rota.

World 569 (AUS) for Bounty Hunter has been de-activated with this rota.

The PvP Arena is using '1 Def Pure' loadouts in Ranked Duels and Tournaments this week.

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You can also discuss this update on the 2007Scape subreddit, the Steam forums, or the community-led OSRS Discord in the #gameupdate channel. For more info on the above content, check out the official Old School Wiki.

Mods Abe, Abyss, Acorn, Ape, Arcane, Archie, Argo, Ash, Ayiza, BigRig, Blighted, Blossom, Boko, Bruno, Chilly, Criminal, Curse, Daizong, Ed, Elena, Enigma, Entropi, Freddie, Fuzz, Gecko, Gengis, Gizmo, Goblin, Grace, Grub, Halo, Harold, Hend, Hornet, Husky, Ivory, Jalo, Jamesy, Jerv, Keyser, Kieren, Kirby, Kurotou, Leebleh, Lenny, Light, Liron, Lykos, Mack, Manked, Markos, Maylea, Mobius, Moogle, Morty, Moz, Necro, Nin, Nixon, Nox, Nylu, Ori, Other, Otter, Philomel, Pork, Pumpkin, Puppi, Rach, Redfield, Rice, Roq, Roy, Ry, Saiyan, Sarnie, Schmidt, Shogun, Shroom, Sigma, Skylark, Smithy, Sova, Spyro, Squid, Starry, Suharun, Surma, Sween, Tide, Titania, Titus, TJ, Tomb, Tsourorf, Tyran, Veda, Vegard, West, Wolfy & Yume

The Old School Team.