Welcome to my comprehensive guide on achieving 1 to 99 Fletching in Old School RS (OSRS). Fletching is a straightforward skill, notable for its ease of training and the potential to generate a profit. Whether you're a beginner looking to boost your total level or an experienced player aiming for that prestigious 99 cape, this guide will walk you through the most efficient methods and alternative routes to suit your playstyle.
Why Fletching?
Fletching is an appealing skill for several reasons:
1. Simplicity: The process is uncomplicated, involving repetitive actions that can be done while multitasking.
2. Speed: With the right methods, you can achieve extremely high experience rates, allowing for a swift journey to 99.
3. Profit: Unlike many other skills, Fletching can be profitable, especially if you follow market trends and adjust your methods accordingly.
Levels 1-25: Headless Arrows
Starting from level 1, crafting headless arrows is a solid choice. The process involves using feathers on arrow shafts, creating sets of 15 headless arrows and yielding 15 XP per action. Despite the low level requirement, this method is surprisingly efficient:
• Materials: Feathers and arrow shafts
•XP per Action: 15
•XP per Hour: High for the level, due to the quick production rate
•Profit: Slightly profitable, though the focus here is more on speed than earnings
Levels 25-40: Oak Longbows and Willow Bows
Once you hit level 25, switch to making Oak Longbows:
•25-35: Oak Longbows
•Materials: 583 unstrung Oak longbows and bow strings
•XP per Hour: Moderate
•Profit: Minimal profit
From levels 35 to 40, transition to Willow Shortbows:
•35-40: Willow Shortbows
•Materials: 445 unstrung Willow shortbows and bow strings
•XP per Hour: Slightly higher than Oak Longbows
•Profit: Slightly better profit margin
Levels 40-50: Willow Longbows
At level 40, continue with Willow Longbows:
•40-50: Willow Longbows
•Materials: 1,545 unstrung Willow longbows and bow strings
•XP per Hour: Moderate
•Profit: Increasingly profitable as you approach level 50
Levels 50-63: Maple Bows
Maple bows are the next step, starting with Maple Shortbows at level 50:
•50-55: Maple Shortbows
•Materials: 1,370 Maple shortbows and bow strings
•XP per Hour: Good
•Profit: Start to see notable profit
Switch to Maple Longbows at level 55:
•55-63: Maple Longbows
•Materials: 3,483 Maple longbows and bow strings
•XP per Hour: Excellent
•Profit: Steady profit
Levels 63-84: Adamant and Diamond Bolts
Once you reach level 63, crafting bolts becomes a viable option. Start with Ruby bolts:
•63-65: Ruby Bolts (Add Ruby bolt tips to Adamant bolts)
•Materials: 12,830 Ruby bolt tips and Adamant bolts
•XP per Hour: Very high
•Profit: Profitable, though limited by Grand Exchange (GE) buy limits
Transition to Diamond bolts at level 65:
•65-84: Diamond Bolts
•Materials: 357,021 Diamond bolt tips and Adamant bolts
•XP per Hour: Higher than Ruby bolts
•Profit: Slightly lower profit but still substantial
Levels 84-99: Dragon Bolts and Magic Longbows
From level 84, crafting Dragon bolts is recommended for optimal XP and profit:
•84-99: Dragon Bolts
•Materials: Dragon bolt tips and Dragon bolts
•XP per Hour: Exceptional
•Profit: High profit, mitigated GE limits by buying different types of bolts
Alternatively, you can focus on Magic Longbows for a steady XP gain:
•85-99: Magic Longbows
•Materials: 10,16,849 unstrung Magic longbows and bow strings
•XP per Hour: Over 220k XP/hour for stringing, 150-170k XP/hour for cutting
•Profit: Stringing is more profitable than cutting
Dart Fletching for Ultra-Fast XP
For those seeking the fastest possible XP, fletching darts is an option, albeit with a higher click intensity:
•Dart Fletching: Steel and Mithril darts are the most cost-efficient
•XP per Hour: Extremely high, dependent on the level of dart being fletched
•Profit: Generally results in a loss but offers unparalleled XP rates
Combining Fletching with Other Activities
One unique advantage of Fletching is its compatibility with other in-game activities:
•Agility Training: Fletch darts while running agility courses to gain XP in both skills simultaneously
•Combat Training: Similarly, you can fletch bolts or arrows while training combat, maximizing your efficiency
Conclusion
Fletching is a versatile and rewarding skill in Old School RuneScape. Whether you prefer a relaxed, profitable method or a high-intensity, rapid XP gain, there are numerous ways to achieve 99 Fletching. This guide outlines a clear path from 1 to 99, with alternative methods to suit various playstyles and goals.
Remember, the key to efficient training is preparation and flexibility. Adjust your methods based on market prices, GE limits, and your personal playtime. Happy Fletching, and may your journey to 99 be swift and profitable!
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