Burnt bones

Burnt bones are a unique item in Old School RuneScape, typically obtained by burning regular bones in a fire. These charred remnants are a reminder of the perils faced in the world of Gielinor, where adventurers often encounter foes that leave behind more than just treasure. While they may not serve the purpose of regular bones in prayer, burnt bones can be offered to the Ectofuntus for a small amount of prayer experience, making them a worthwhile item for players looking to maximize their gains.

In addition to their utility, burnt bones hold an intriguing place in the lore of OSRS, hinting at the darker aspects of necromancy and the afterlife. Players often collect them during their adventures as they explore dungeons and fight various creatures. Though they lack the beauty and sanctity of unburnt bones, they symbolize the trials and tribulations faced by adventurers, reminding them that even in death, there are opportunities for growth and discovery.

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 bone from a creature.
Values
Value	1 coin
High alch	0 coins
Low alch	0 coins
Weight	0.225 kg

Overview of Burnt Bones

Burnt bones are a unique item in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) that players can obtain by burning regular bones. They serve primarily as a source of experience in the Prayer skill. When players use burnt bones on an altar, they receive a modest amount of Prayer experience, making them a useful item for training and leveling up this important skill.

How to Obtain Burnt Bones

Players can acquire burnt bones by burning regular bones on a fire or using a Fire spell. The process is straightforward:

Collect regular bones from defeated monsters. Common monsters that drop bones include:

Chickens
Crabs
Zombies

Light a fire using either the Firemaking skill or by utilizing a Fire spell like Fire Strike.
Drop the bones onto the fire to obtain burnt bones.

Burning regular bones is a simple yet effective method to create burnt bones, especially if you are already focused on leveling up your Firemaking skill.

Experience Gain from Burnt Bones

When players use burnt bones on an altar, they receive 4 Prayer experience per burnt bone. This is significantly less than the experience gained from using regular bones, which provide 15 Prayer experience each. However, burnt bones are still beneficial for players who wish to quickly dispose of excess bones or train their Prayer skill without using valuable regular bones.

Where to Use Burnt Bones

Burnt bones can be used at any altar to gain Prayer experience. Here are some notable altars where players might choose to use burnt bones:

Gilded Altar: Located in Player-owned houses, this altar provides the highest experience yield for bones.
Chaos Temple: An accessible option for players in the Wilderness.
Edgeville Church: A popular location for players training Prayer due to its proximity to a bank.

Using burnt bones at these altars can be a strategic way to level up Prayer while minimizing the consumption of more valuable bones.

Benefits of Using Burnt Bones

While burnt bones offer less experience compared to regular bones, they still present several benefits:

Cost-Effective Training: Players can burn bones to transform excess bones into a manageable item, allowing for efficient training without wasting resources.
Firemaking Experience: Players can gain Firemaking experience while creating burnt bones, making the process more rewarding.
Inventory Space: Burnt bones take up less space than regular bones, allowing players to carry more items while training.

Monsters That Drop Burnt Bones

Burnt bones themselves cannot be obtained from monsters, but regular bones that can be burned to create burnt bones are dropped by various creatures. Here’s a list of notable monsters that drop bones:

Monster	Bone Type Dropped
Chicken	Regular Bones
Zombies	Regular Bones
Hill Giants	Big Bones

Farming these monsters can provide a steady supply of bones to burn and turn into burnt bones.

Strategies for Efficient Use of Burnt Bones

To maximize the benefits of burnt bones, players can implement several strategies:

Combine Firemaking and Prayer Training: By burning bones to create burnt bones, players can train both Firemaking and Prayer simultaneously.
Use in Bulk: Collect a large number of regular bones and burn them all at once to generate a significant quantity of burnt bones for future training.
Utilize Altar Bonuses: Use burnt bones at gilded altars with incense burners lit for increased Prayer experience.

Common Questions About Burnt Bones

Can burnt bones be traded?

No, burnt bones are untradeable and are meant for personal use only.

How many burnt bones can I make from regular bones?

Each regular bone burned results in one burnt bone, so the quantity of burnt bones is equal to the number of regular bones burned.

Should I use burnt bones or regular bones for training?

If you are looking for efficient experience gain, regular bones are preferred. However, burnt bones are a good option for players with excess bones who want to quickly train Prayer without consuming valuable resources.

Is there any difference in experience gained from different types of bones?

Yes, different bones offer varying experience when used on an altar. For example, big bones provide 30 Prayer experience, while dragon bones give 72 Prayer experience.