Gold ore (Blast Furnace)
Gold ore (Blast Furnace)
The Gold ore (Blast Furnace) is a special type of gold ore that can be processed in the Blast Furnace, an advanced smelting facility in Gielinor. Unlike standard gold ore, which requires the player to use a furnace or anvil, the Blast Furnace allows for the efficient smelting of ores with less input of resources and time.
Obtaining Gold ore
Gold ore can be mined from gold rocks using a pickaxe, and it has a mining level requirement of 40. Players can find these rocks in various locations throughout Gielinor, but the most notable spots include:
- Karamja Volcano
- The Mining Guild
- Crafting Guild
- Rimmington
- Al Kharid Mine
Once mined, players can transport the gold ore to the Blast Furnace for processing.
Smelting Process
To smelt the Gold ore at the Blast Furnace, players must:
- Visit the Blast Furnace, located in Keldagrim.
- Deposit the Gold ore into one of the furnaces.
- Provide coal as a fuel source. Each Gold ore requires at least 1 coal to be smelted.
The Blast Furnace has the capacity to smelt ores much faster than traditional methods. Players with a higher Smithing level can utilize this efficiency to maximize their output.
Rewards
Upon successfully smelting Gold ore, players receive:
- Gold bars, which can be used for crafting and smithing.
- Experience points in the Smithing skill, helping to progress towards higher levels.
The amount of XP gained from smelting is significantly higher than that of traditional smelting methods, making it an appealing option for Smithing training.
Advantages of Using the Blast Furnace
There are several benefits to smelting Gold ore at the Blast Furnace:
- Reduced Time: The Blast Furnace smelts ores at double the speed of standard furnaces.
- Lower Resource Cost: Players can use a mix of ores and coal, allowing for more efficient resource management.
- No Failure Rate: Unlike many other smelting processes, there is no chance to fail at the Blast Furnace.
- Bank Access: Close proximity to banks allows for efficient resource gathering and smelting cycles.
Additional Information
For players looking to level up in Smithing, utilizing the Blast Furnace for Gold ore provides a strong avenue for experience gain. Combining the speed and efficiency of this method with the right skills and bank management, players can greatly enhance their crafting capabilities and resources in the game.