Old School RuneScape melee combat guide

Level up your melee combat skills in Old School RuneScape

Melee combat is one of the five essential skills in Old School RuneScape, opening up a wealth of gameplay options. Whether you're looking to make money or take on powerful bosses, mastering melee combat is key.

Training Tips for Melee Combat

To maximize your XP per hour, consider the following tips:

• Prioritize Strength training over Attack and Defence as it yields better XP rates.
• Choose the right weapon, taking into account weapon speed and DPS.
• Pay attention to your equipment, including armor and accessories, as they provide important stat bonuses. Upgrade to the best available options quickly.

Low-Level Training

When starting out, focus on training against high-hit point, low-attack mobs that respawn quickly. Recommended areas include Farmer Fred's chicken coop in Lumbridge, Edgeville Monastery zombies, Sand Crabs, and Ammonite Crabs. Equip the highest-level Scimitar and corresponding armor up to level 50.

Mid-Level Training

As you progress to mid-levels, you can take on stronger enemies with high hit points but low damage output. Moss Giants and Flesh Crawlers are good options. Completing quests that provide melee combat XP is also beneficial.

High-Level Training

Once you reach level 60 Attack, the Dragon Scimitar becomes available and is a popular choice until level 99. Swap out your shield for a Defender in the shield slot to receive massive attack bonuses. Helm of Neitiznot, Amulets of Glory and Torture, and completing the Fremmenik Isles quest are all ways to improve your stats. At this point, you have a wide range of training options, including regular enemies, The Nightmare Zone, and Bossing.

The Nightmare Zone, located north of Yanille, offers a fast way to level 99 through its aggressive enemy waves, but be prepared for a challenge. Alternatively, you can train at mid-level range enemies such as Giant Spiders and Jogres before transitioning to Bossing at higher levels.

Bossing is an excellent way to both train and make money at high combat levels. Options include the Giant Mole, Cerberus, and Vorkath. Additionally, new equipment options become available, such as the Abyssal Whip for Attack and Defence training.

Boost your Attack and Defence stats by wearing Barrows equipment, such as the helm, body, and legs. The best way to obtain these items is by completing the Barrows' brothers boss fights.