Melee Training Guide
The term melee is used to describe the Attack, Strength and Defence skills. Melee is one of the three combat classes in Old School RuneScape. It involves using swords, daggers, and other weapons to damage opponents, as well as wearing heavy armour made from various metals. Players who specialise in this type of combat are known as warriors.The combat triangle dictates that warriors are strong against rangers but weak against mages. Melee's inability to attack from a distance means that a player may have a hard time fighting a ranger or mage, as they can make use of safespots. However, melee armour has a high resistance to ranged attacks, making warriors effective against rangers.
Melee combat is essential for both PvM and PvP in OSRS. This guide is split into Free-to-Play and Members sections to help players maximize their training experience based on their account type.
Free-to-Play Melee Training Guide
Recommended Gear by Level
| Level Range | Weapon | Armor | Offhand | Amulet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-10 | Bronze/Iron Scimitar | Bronze/Iron Armor | Bronze/Iron Kite Shield | None |
| 10-20 | Steel Scimitar | Steel Armor | Steel Kite Shield | Amulet of Strength |
| 20-30 | Mithril Scimitar | Mithril Armor | Mithril Kite Shield | Amulet of Power |
| 30-40 | Adamant Scimitar | Adamant Armor | Adamant Kite Shield | Amulet of Power |
| 40+ | Rune Scimitar | Rune Armor | Rune Kite Shield | Amulet of Strength or Power |
Training Spots
Levels 1-20
- Chickens (Lumbridge Farm) – Easy kills with feathers for profit.
- Cows (Lumbridge Cow Field) – Good experience and cowhides can be sold for GP.
Levels 20-40
- Al Kharid Warriors (Al Kharid Palace) – Aggressive NPCs with decent experience.
- Flesh Crawlers (Stronghold of Security, 2nd Floor) – Low defense and aggressive.
Levels 40-99
- Hill Giants (Edgeville Dungeon) – Big Bones for profit, crowded at peak times.
- Moss Giants (Varrock Sewers or Crandor) – Better experience with Rune Scimitar.
Tips for F2P Players
- Complete quests like "The Knight's Sword" for Smithing levels to craft better gear.
- Carry plenty of food, such as trout or salmon, to sustain longer trips.
Members Melee Training Guide
Recommended Gear by Level
| Level Range | Weapon | Armor | Offhand | Amulet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-10 | Bronze/Iron Scimitar | Bronze/Iron Armor | Bronze/Iron Kite Shield | None |
| 10-20 | Steel Scimitar | Steel Armor | Steel Kite Shield | Amulet of Strength |
| 20-30 | Mithril Scimitar | Mithril Armor | Mithril Kite Shield | Amulet of Power |
| 30-40 | Adamant Scimitar | Adamant Armor | Adamant Kite Shield | Amulet of Power |
| 40-60 | Dragon Longsword/Dragon Scimitar | Rune or Dragon Armor | Rune Kite Shield | Amulet of Glory |
| 60-70 | Dragon Scimitar/Abyssal Whip | Dragon Armor or Proselyte (for Prayer) | Dragon Defender | Amulet of Glory |
| 70+ | Abyssal Whip/Saradomin Godsword | Barrows or Bandos Armor | Avernic Defender | Amulet of Fury |
Training Spots
Levels 1-30
- Rock Crabs (Rellekka) – High HP, low defense.
- Sand Crabs (Hosidius) – Similar to Rock Crabs but less crowded.
Levels 30-70
- Experiments (Creature of Fenkenstrain Quest Area) – High HP and low damage.
- Slayer Tasks – Train while earning Slayer experience.
Levels 70-99
- Nightmare Zone (NMZ) – AFK training with absorptions and overloads.
- Bandits (Desert Camp) – Aggressive NPCs, great for AFK training.
- Dagannoths (Waterbirth Dungeon) – Fast kills and decent loot.
Tips for P2P Players
- Use potions like Super Attack and Super Strength for faster kills.
- Unlock Fairy Rings for quick access to training spots.
- Train Slayer alongside melee stats to maximize efficiency.
- Complete quests like "Waterfall Quest" and "Tree Gnome Village" for melee experience.