Combat stone (NPC, clay)
Combat stone (NPC, clay)
The Combat stone is an NPC found within the Combat Training Camp, which is located in the Desert south of Al Kharid. It serves as a valuable resource for players seeking to improve their combat skills in Old School RuneScape (OSRS).
Appearance
The Combat stone is made of clay and has a simple, rugged appearance typical of training dummies found throughout the game. Its earthy texture reflects its durable nature, and it is designed to withstand the damage players inflict upon it while training.
Functionality
Players can engage with the Combat stone by attacking it with various combat styles, including melee, ranged, and magic. Attacking the Combat stone will yield experience points (XP) in the corresponding combat skill without the need for consumables or equipment maintenance.
Combat Styles
The Combat stone allows players to practice:
- Melee: Strike the Combat stone using any melee weapon or your fists.
- Ranged: Use ranged weapons such as bows, crossbows, or thrown weapons to attack the stone.
- Magic: Cast spells to deal damage to the Combat stone, allowing for practice in magical combat skills.
Experience Gains
When attacking the Combat stone, players will receive XP in the relevant combat skill:
- Melee attacks grant Attack and Strength XP.
- Ranged attacks grant Ranged XP.
- Magic attacks grant Magic XP.
The amount of XP gained varies depending on the player’s combat level and the type of attack used.
Benefits of Training
The Combat stone is especially beneficial for players looking to train combat skills without the risks associated with PvP or PvE combat. Since it does not retaliate and does not require any special equipment, players can focus entirely on their training without concerns of being attacked by enemies or running out of supplies.
Locations
Players can find the Combat stone in the Combat Training Camp located in the Desert southwest of Al Kharid, easily accessible for both new and experienced players.
Trivia
Many players consider the Combat stone to be a great alternative for training skills, especially for those who wish to avoid quests or other distractions during their XP grind.