Burnt dark crab
The Burnt dark crab is a cooked food item in Old School RuneScape (OSRS), known for its unique appearance and nutritional benefits. When players cook dark crabs improperly, they are transformed into this charred variant, which exhibits a distinct burnt look. Despite its failed cooking, the burnt dark crab remains an interesting item for players who seek to explore the culinary aspects of the game. It serves as a reminder of the challenges faced in mastering the cooking skill, encouraging players to refine their techniques.
While the burnt dark crab does not provide the health restoration benefits of its properly cooked counterpart, it holds value for players in various scenarios. Its low price on the Grand Exchange makes it a potential choice for those looking to save money while leveling their cooking or engaging in combat. This item highlights the playful nature of OSRS, where even failures can lead to humorous and engaging experiences within the game world.
| Released | 25 July 2019 (Update) |
|---|---|
| Members | Yes |
| Quest item | No |
| Properties | |
| Tradeable | No |
| Equipable | No |
| Stackable | No |
| Noteable | No |
| Options | Read, Drop |
| Examine | A charred piece of crab meat. |
| Values | |
| Value | 1 coin |
| High alch | 0 coins |
| Low alch | 0 coins |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
Overview of Burnt Dark Crab
The Burnt Dark Crab is a food item in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) that players may encounter when cooking. It is an unfortunate result of attempting to cook a Dark Crab and failing, leading to the crabs being burnt. These crabs are commonly used in the game as a source of food, but unlike their uncooked counterparts, they offer limited healing benefits.
How to Obtain Burnt Dark Crab
Burnt Dark Crabs are obtained through the cooking skill. To create this item:
- Players must first catch Dark Crabs using a Harpoon or by fishing in designated areas, such as the Fishing Guild or Hosidius.
- Once caught, players must cook the Dark Crabs preferably on a fire or a cooking range.
- Due to the nature of cooking, there is a chance that the player will burn the crabs, resulting in the item being created.
Burning occurs more frequently at lower cooking levels and decreases as players level up their cooking skill.
Healing Properties
Burnt Dark Crabs heal:
| Item | Heal Amount |
|---|---|
| Burnt Dark Crab | 0 Hitpoints |
As evident from the table, the Burnt Dark Crab offers no healing benefits. This makes it substantially less valuable than the regular Dark Crab, which heals up to 200 Hitpoints when fully cooked.
Cooking Requirements
To cook Dark Crabs, players need a minimum Cooking level of 82. However, the likelihood of burning these crabs decreases significantly as the cooking level increases. Here’s a breakdown of cooking levels and burning rates:
- Cooking Level 82: 20% chance to burn.
- Cooking Level 83: 17% chance to burn.
- Cooking Level 90: 10% chance to burn.
- Cooking Level 99: 0% chance to burn.
Value and Market Impact
Burnt Dark Crabs have little to no market value due to their lack of healing properties. Players often drop them rather than attempting to sell them, as they serve no real purpose in the game’s economy. Their general price can be considered:
- Market Price: 0 coins (often simply discarded).
- High Alchemy Value: 0 coins.
- Low Alchemy Value: 0 coins.
In essence, the burnt variant is seen as a waste product in the cooking process.
Comparison with Other Cooked Items
When comparing the Burnt Dark Crab to other cooked items in OSRS, it is evident that it falls short in terms of usefulness. Here’s a quick comparison table:
| Item | Heal Amount | Cooking Level Required | Burnt Variant? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Crab | 200 Hitpoints | 82 | No |
| Shark | 200 Hitpoints | 80 | Yes |
| Burnt Shark | 0 Hitpoints | 80 | Yes |
| Burnt Dark Crab | 0 Hitpoints | 82 | Yes |
Common Uses and Strategies
While the Burnt Dark Crab has little use in direct gameplay, players can adopt strategies to minimize the chances of burning:
- Increase Cooking Level: Focus on leveling your cooking skill to reduce the burning rate.
- Use Cooking Gauntlets: Wearing cooking gauntlets can further minimize the burn chance.
- Cook in Bulk: Use fires or ranges that support multiple cooking actions to maximize efficiency.
These strategies are essential for maximizing the efficiency of obtaining consumable food items.
FAQ
Can Burnt Dark Crabs be used for anything?
No, Burnt Dark Crabs have no practical use and cannot be consumed for healing.
How can I avoid burning Dark Crabs when cooking?
To avoid burning, focus on leveling your cooking skill, use cooking gauntlets, and cook at higher cooking ranges.
What is the best way to cook Dark Crabs efficiently?
The best way is to use a range that reduces burn rates and to cook in batches while having a high cooking level.
What levels are necessary to cook other types of crabs?
For example, to cook a Crab (basic version), you need level 1; for Rocktails, level 90 is required.
Are there any advantages to cooking higher-level fish?
Yes, higher-level fish often provide better healing and can contribute more significantly to your food stock.
