Old School RuneScape (OSRS) is a game that masterfully blends nostalgia with deep, rewarding gameplay. One of its most engaging aspects is questing—each quest offers not just storylines and lore, but also tangible, game-altering rewards. Whether you're a new adventurer or a seasoned veteran, completing certain quests can dramatically improve your in-game experience, efficiency, and fun. In this article, we'll explore the best quest rewards in OSRS, covering everything from unique items and gear to massive XP drops and access to new content.

1. Recipe for Disaster – Barrows Gloves

Requirement: High-level stats across the board, multiple quests completed

Reward: Access to the best-in-slot gloves in the game

No discussion about OSRS quest rewards is complete without mentioning Recipe for Disaster (RFD). Completing this iconic, multi-part quest unlocks Barrows Gloves, which are arguably the most important equipment upgrade for any account.

Barrows Gloves boast the best overall offensive and defensive stats for gloves, suitable for melee, range, and mage. They are a staple in both PvP and PvM. Unlocking them marks a significant milestone for any player, often seen as a rite of passage.

Additionally, the quest grants a whopping 20,000+ XP in multiple skills, access to the Culinaromancer's Chest (a great shop for food and gear), and an impressive amount of OSRS gold if you sell leftover quest rewards.

2. Dragon Slayer II – Access to Vorkath and Ava's Assembler

Requirement: Very high combat stats and extensive quest prerequisites

Reward: Access to Vorkath, Ava's Assembler, Dragonfire Ward, and more

Dragon Slayer II is a masterpiece of OSRS quest design—epic in scale and packed with rewards. Upon completion, players unlock:

Vorkath, a high-level solo boss that's a prime money-maker.

The ability to upgrade Ava's Device into Ava's Assembler, the best-in-slot ranged cape.

Access to Myth's Guild, a prestigious area full of training spots, services, and amenities.

The ability to wield powerful gear like Dragonfire Ward and Dragon Platebody.

It also provides over 100k total XP spread across combat-related stats and slayer.

3. Monkey Madness II – Access to Demonic Gorillas and Ballista

Requirement: High combat stats, prior questline completions

Reward: Access to Demonic Gorillas, Ballista weaponry, and more

The sequel to the beloved Monkey Madness quest, Monkey Madness II (MM2) unlocks:

Demonic Gorillas – a Slayer task that drops the highly valuable Zenyte shards, used to craft some of the game's best jewelry.

Heavy Ballista, a powerful ranged weapon used in PvP.

Enhanced access to Ape Atoll and a better training ground for high-level combat.

The quest also grants massive XP rewards, including 100k XP in Strength and 50k in Slayer, which are invaluable at higher levels.

4. Desert Treasure – Ancient Magicks Spellbook

Requirement: High Magic and combat levels, specific quests

Reward: Unlocks the Ancient Magicks spellbook

Desert Treasure is a rite of passage for any budding PvP enthusiast or bossing mage. Upon completion, it unlocks the Ancient Magicks spellbook, granting access to:

Barrage and Burst spells, essential for multi-target combat.

The best ice spells, crucial in PvP for freezing and controlling opponents.

A unique and stylish spellcasting animation.

Ancient Magicks are used in both PvP and PvM, especially for tasks like bursting Dust Devils or Abyssal Demons in multi-combat areas, making this one of the most impactful quest rewards in the game.

5. Lunar Diplomacy – Lunar Spellbook

Requirement: High Magic, Crafting, and other stats

Reward: Unlocks Lunar Spellbook with unique utility spells

While the Ancient Spellbook is all about combat, the Lunar Spellbook unlocked via Lunar Diplomacy is your go-to for utility and support spells. With it, players can:

Cast Vengeance, a key spell in PvP and high-level PvM like boss fights.

Use Plank Make, a moneymaking and Construction training spell.

Cast String Jewellery and Superglass Make, which greatly improve skilling efficiency.

The Lunar Spellbook is essential for players who engage in high-level content, and later quests like Dream Mentor further expand its capabilities.

6. Fairytale II – Cure a Queen: Fairy Rings Network

Requirement: Completion of Fairytale I, some farming and herblore levels

Reward: Access to Fairy Ring teleport network

While this quest itself isn't long or particularly difficult, the reward is game-changing: the Fairy Ring network.

This teleportation system allows players to travel quickly across Gielinor to dozens of obscure or far-off places. From slayer dungeons to clue scroll hotspots, fairy rings save countless minutes and make every aspect of the game more efficient.

Best of all? You don't even need to complete the whole quest—partial completion (up to the point you unlock the rings) is enough.

7. Holy Grail – Huge Prayer XP

Requirement: Modest stats and quest prerequisites

Reward: 11,000 Prayer XP and 15,300 Defence XP

For a relatively easy quest, Holy Grail offers a massive 11,000 Prayer XP, which is a big deal given how expensive or slow Prayer training usually is.

This makes it one of the best early-game quests for Ironman accounts or any player looking to push Prayer levels without spending cheap RS gold on bones and altars.

8. Animal Magnetism – Ava's Devices

Requirement: Low to mid-level stats

Reward: Ava's Attractor/Accumulator/Assembler

Another must-do for ranged users, Animal Magnetism unlocks Ava's devices, starting with the Attractor and upgrading to the Accumulator and later the Assembler (after Dragon Slayer II).

These devices automatically retrieve ammo, provide range bonuses, and occupy the cape slot—usually a difficult slot to fill for ranged combat. Given its early accessibility and low resource cost, this is a key upgrade for almost every account.

9. Roving Elves – Crystal Equipment Access

Requirement: Completion of Regicide questline

Reward: Crystal Bow and Crystal Shield

Roving Elves grants access to Crystal Bows and Crystal Shields, which are vital for certain PvM activities, especially for low-level Ironmen who can't access high-tier weapons early.

Though eventually outclassed, these weapons still serve as solid mid-tier options, and their infinite ammo nature can be very useful.

10. Song of the Elves – Access to Prifddinas

Requirement: Completion of the entire Elf questline

Reward: Access to Prifddinas, the elven city

Song of the Elves unlocks Prifddinas, the crown jewel of OSRS content for high-level players. This city includes:

The Gauntlet, a challenging solo PvM activity with amazing rewards.

Zalcano, a skilling boss.

Unique skilling areas that are more efficient and relaxing.

Fast access to Slayer Masters, sawmills, farming patches, and more.

Completing this quest is one of the ultimate achievements in OSRS and dramatically increases the efficiency and quality of your high-level gameplay.

Honorable Mentions

Underground Pass – Access to Iban's Staff, a mid-tier magic weapon.

Fremennik Trials – Unlocks Helm of Neitiznot after Fremennik Isles.

Haunted Mine – Grants the Salve Amulet, crucial for undead tasks and bosses.

King's Ransom – Unlocks Chivalry and Piety prayers (after Knight Waves Training).

Final Thoughts

OSRS is a game where progression often comes through effort and knowledge rather than just grinding. Questing is one of the purest forms of progression in the game, often offering rewards that are not only unique but also essential for efficient gameplay.

From Barrows Gloves and Vorkath access to Fairy Rings and Ancient Magicks, the best quest rewards are the ones that open doors—whether it's better gear, faster training methods, or entirely new areas and bosses. Whether you're chasing max combat stats, making money, or preparing for endgame content, these quests should be at the top of your priority list.

Happy questing, and may your RNG be ever in your favor!