OSRS Hunting Guide: Level Up Efficiently From 1-99

The Osrs Hunting Guide is your comprehensive resource for mastering the Hunter skill in Old School RuneScape, offering optimized strategies for rapid progression. At CONDUCT.EDU.VN, we deliver a step-by-step roadmap, ensuring you reach level 99 with maximum efficiency, encompassing everything from basic trapping to advanced techniques. Unlock the secrets to successful monster hunting and skill mastery with resources at your fingertips.

1. Introduction to OSRS Hunter Skill

The Hunter skill in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) allows players to catch various creatures using a variety of methods, providing experience, resources, and sometimes even profit. Leveling this skill efficiently requires understanding different hunting techniques, optimal locations, and the right equipment for each stage. Whether you’re an ironman looking for resources or a main account aiming for max efficiency, this OSRS Hunting Guide will outline the fastest and most effective methods to reach level 99.

2. Methods Overview in OSRS

Various hunting methods are available in OSRS, each offering unique benefits and experience rates. This section provides an overview of each training method, helping you decide which strategy aligns best with your goals and preferences.

Fastest Pathway: Focuses on methods offering the highest experience per hour, requiring active play and tick manipulation.
Alternative Methods: Balances experience with less intensive gameplay and includes new options such as Tecu Salamanders and Herbiboar.
AFK Methods: Ideal for players seeking minimal interaction, such as Maniacal Monkeys and Pyre Foxes.
Birdhouse Runs: Efficient for players who prefer routine tasks, providing Hunter experience and nests every 50 minutes.
Hunter Rumours: Introducing the new Varlamore contracts where you are assigned a monster to hunt.
Ironman Hunter: Tailored strategies for ironman accounts, considering resource gathering and limitations.

3. Fastest Pathway to Level 99 Hunter

The fastest pathway to 99 Hunter involves a combination of methods focused on maximizing experience rates. This path requires attention and precise execution but will get you to your goal in approximately 75 hours.

3.1. Required Items

Before embarking on the fastest path, ensure you have the necessary items. These include:

Butterfly net
Bird snares
Box traps
Ropes and small fishing nets
Hunter potions
Stamina potions
Teleports (Piscatoris, Canafis, Ourania, Ferox Enclave)

3.2. Level 1-9: Varrock Museum Quiz

Begin your Hunter journey by completing the natural history quiz at the Varrock Museum. Head to the lower level and speak to Orlando Smith to start the quiz.

Answer the questions correctly on all display cases. (Runelite highlights correct answers)
Return to Orlando Smith after completing all cases.
Receive 1,000 Hunter and Slayer experience, reaching level 9 Hunter instantly.

3.3. Level 9-12: Copper Longtails

Next, hunt Copper Longtails near Piscatoris.

Teleport to Piscatoris (Piscatoris teleport scroll).
Set up a bird snare near the western fence of the falconry.
Wait for a bird to be lured over, then check the trap and reset it.
Repeat this process until level 12.

3.4. Level 12-20: Copper Longtails and Ruby Harvest (Boosted)

At level 12, use Hunter potions to catch Ruby Harvest butterflies alongside Copper Longtails, significantly boosting your XP rate.

Use Runelite to tag butterflies with the NPC indicators plugin (hold shift and right-click, select “tag all”).
Set up a bird snare.
Sip a Hunter potion and a stamina potion.
Click the closest butterfly to catch it.
Release the butterfly by holding shift and clicking on the butterfly jar (shift drop enabled).
Reset the bird snare as soon as it’s ready.

3.5. Level 20-27/39: Moss Lizards

Moss Lizards offer fast XP starting at level 20, but require completion of the Perilous Moons quest.

If you have completed the Perilous Moons quest:
1. Teleport to Perilous Moons (Calcified Moth).
2. Enter the Moons of Peril and take the northwestern pathway to the earthbound cavern.
3. Set up traps by clicking on the rocks, then rustle the nearby bush.
4. Follow the 1, 3, then 2, 4 pattern for setting up traps.
If you don’t have the stats for the quest:
1. Continue with Crimson Swift birds and Ruby Harvest butterflies until level 27.

3.6. Level 27-29: Eagles’ Peak Quest

Complete the Eagles’ Peak quest at level 27 for 2,500 Hunter XP and to unlock box trap hunting. This is necessary for future methods.

3.7. Level 29-39: Swamp Lizards

At level 29, catch swamp lizards in Morytania after completing the Priest in Peril quest.

Teleport to Canafis and run southeast, or use the ALQ fairy ring and run southwest.
Set up traps in the designated area, using 2 traps at a time until level 37, then boost to 3 with Hunter potions.
Wait until a trap is triggered, then either catch the lizard or reset the trap if you fail.

3.8. Level 39-43: Embertailed Jerboa

Once you reach level 39, you can catch Embertailed Jerboa. Complete the Children of the Sun quest to enter Varlamore.

Bring at least 5 box traps and head east of the Hunter guild. (AJP fairy ring)
Set up 2 traps at a time until level 40, then set up 3.
Turn off menu entry swapper to ensure the “check” option is the left-click option.
Optionally, use tick manipulation for faster trap placement.

3.9. Level 43-57: Falconry Spotted Kebbits

At level 43, partake in falconry.

Head to the falconry (Piscatoris teleport scroll).
Talk to Mattias and hire a falcon for 500 coins.
Set your bird off to catch kebbits, then retrieve the bird to claim the Hunter experience.
Stand in the optimal area and tag the right kebbits using Runelite.

3.10. Level 57-60: Falconry Dark Kebbits

At level 57, continue at the falconry, but switch to dark kebbits.

Same process as spotted kebbits, stand in the best area for dark kebbit spawns.

3.11. Level 60-67: Red Salamanders

At level 60, move onto Red salamanders.

Teleport to Castle Wars and run north, or use an Ourania teleport.
Use all 4 traps in the designated spot.
Turn on Shift Drop to release the salamanders easily.

3.12. Level 67-73: Black Salamanders

At level 67, the fastest experience is with black salamanders.

Teleport to the Wilderness (Burning amulet or ring of dueling to Ferox Enclave).
Set up all the traps, then wait until one catches a salamander or gets dismantled.

3.13. Level 73-99: Black Chinchompas

At level 73 Hunter, you unlock the fastest training method in the game, black chinchompas.

Teleport to the Wilderness (Revenant Cave teleport scroll).
Set up traps in the Hunter areas between the trees.
Optionally, use 3-tick manipulation for faster trap placement.
Kill stray chinchompas to encourage respawns near your traps.

4. Alternative Training Methods

These methods offer a balance between XP rates and gameplay intensity, providing options for players who prefer a less click-intensive experience.

4.1. Level 79-99: Tecu Salamanders

Tecu Salamanders, introduced with Varlamore, provide around 150k Hunter XP per hour at level 99.

Take the Quetzal transportation to Cam Torum.
Set up traps in the designated locations.

4.2. Level 80-99: Red Chinchompas

Red Chinchompas become efficient at level 80, once you can place 5 traps.

Teleport to Feldip Hills (Feldip Hills teleport scroll).
Set up traps and use tick manipulation for higher XP rates.

4.3. Level 80-99: Herbiboar

Hunting Herbiboar on Fossil Island is less click-intensive and provides herbs and Hunter experience.

Complete the Bone Voyage quest.
Find a starter object and follow the trail to the herbiboar.
Harvest herbs off its back.

4.4. Level 35-99: Aerial Fishing

Aerial fishing on Molch Island trains both Fishing and Hunter.

Talk to Alry the Angler to get a cormorant.
Gather bait and click on fishing spots to send your bird out to catch fish.

4.5. Level 44-99: Drift Net Fishing

Drift net fishing underwater on Fossil Island is efficient in terms of XP rates for both Hunter and Fishing.

Complete the Bone Voyage quest and Freeing Pirate Pete subquest.
Set up drift nets and chase fish into them.

5. AFK Training Methods

For players seeking minimal interaction, AFK methods like Maniacal Monkeys and Pyre Foxes provide Hunter experience while allowing you to focus on other activities.

5.1. Level 51-99: Pyre Foxes

Pyre foxes are unlocked at level 51 and are found on Varlamore.

Located near the Hunter guild (Quetzal whistle).
Craft a deadfall trap using logs and a knife.
Wait until you catch a fox, then click it to get XP and reset your trap.

5.2. Level 60-99: Maniacal Monkeys

At level 60 Hunter, maniacal monkeys are the best AFK Hunter method.

Complete Monkey Madness 2.
Teleport to Ape Atoll using a gnome glider.
Equip a Kruk monkey greegree and enter the maniacal monkey area.
Mount a gorilla and set up traps with bananas.

6. Birdhouse Runs

Birdhouse runs involve setting up birdhouses on Fossil Island every 50 minutes to collect nests and Hunter experience.

Craft or buy birdhouses and gather seeds.
Teleport to Fossil Island and set up birdhouses in designated spots.
Return every 50 minutes to collect your rewards.

7. Hunter Rumours

Hunter Rumours is a new feature with the release of Varlamore, where you are assigned to hunt a monster and receive rewards upon completion. This system offers very competitive XP rates when done efficiently.

Speak to a guild Hunter in the Hunter’s guild for a rumour.
Gather the required items and teleport to the hunting location.
Hunt the assigned monster until you receive the unique item needed to complete the rumour.
Return to the Hunter’s Guild and complete the task to receive your reward.

8. Ironman Hunter Training

Training Hunter as an ironman account requires careful planning due to resource gathering limitations.

Prioritize red or black chinchompas for their usefulness in bossing and training.
Herbiboar is excellent for its source of herbs and decent Hunter experience.
Hardcore ironmen should avoid Wilderness methods like Black Salamanders and Black Chinchompas.

9. Conclusion

This comprehensive OSRS hunting guide provides all the knowledge needed to efficiently train the Hunter skill from level 1 to 99. Whether you’re chasing the fastest experience rates or prefer a more relaxed approach, understanding these techniques and strategies will significantly enhance your training experience. For more detailed guides and resources, visit CONDUCT.EDU.VN to further optimize your Old School RuneScape journey.

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10. FAQ Section

Q1: What is the fastest way to train Hunter in OSRS?
A: The fastest way to train Hunter in OSRS involves a combination of methods, including completing the Varrock Museum quiz, hunting Copper Longtails and Ruby Harvest butterflies, Moss Lizards, Swamp Lizards, Embertailed Jerboa, Falconry, Red and Black Salamanders, and Black Chinchompas.

Q2: Is Hunter a profitable skill in OSRS?
A: Yes, Hunter can be profitable, particularly when hunting Red Chinchompas, Black Chinchompas, and Tecu Salamanders. These creatures can be sold for a good price on the Grand Exchange.

Q3: What are the requirements for hunting Black Chinchompas?
A: To hunt Black Chinchompas, you need level 73 Hunter and completion of the Eagle’s Peak quest. It’s also important to be aware that they are located in the Wilderness, so be cautious of player killers (PKers).

Q4: What is tick manipulation, and how does it help with Hunter?
A: Tick manipulation is a technique used to perform actions faster than the game’s standard tick rate. In Hunter, it can be used to reset traps more quickly, increasing your XP rate.

Q5: Are there any AFK Hunter methods in OSRS?
A: Yes, Maniacal Monkeys and Pyre Foxes are considered AFK Hunter methods, allowing you to gain experience with minimal interaction. Maniacal Monkeys require Monkey Madness 2, while Pyre Foxes are unlocked in Varlamore.

Q6: What are Birdhouse runs, and how do they work?
A: Birdhouse runs involve setting up birdhouses on Fossil Island every 50 minutes. When you check the birdhouses, you receive Hunter experience and birds’ nests, which can be used for crafting or sold.

Q7: How do Hunter Rumours work in Varlamore?
A: Hunter Rumours are tasks assigned by the Hunter Guild where you must hunt a specific monster to obtain a unique item. Completing these tasks rewards you with Hunter experience and loot.

Q8: What gear should I use for Hunter training?
A: The gear you should use depends on the hunting method. Common items include butterfly nets, bird snares, box traps, ropes, small fishing nets, Hunter potions, and stamina potions.

Q9: Is Hunter training different for Ironman accounts?
A: Yes, Ironman accounts need to consider resource gathering limitations. Prioritize methods that provide useful resources and avoid dangerous areas like the Wilderness for Hardcore Ironmen.

Q10: What level should I start hunting Herbiboar?
A: You can start hunting Herbiboar at level 80 Hunter after completing the Bone Voyage quest. This method is less click-intensive and provides a good source of herbs.