Blacksmith’s tools

The Blacksmith’s Tools in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) are essential equipment for players who wish to engage in the art of smithing. These tools consist primarily of a hammer, anvils, and various ores that can be transformed into a wide array of weapons, armor, and other metallic items.

The most recognizable among the Blacksmith’s Tools is the hammer. It is the primary tool used for smithing and can be equipped in the player’s weapon slot while also being used directly from the inventory. The hammer is crucial for shaping metal bars into usable items. Players can obtain a hammer from various sources, including the general store in various cities or from the ground in certain locations.

Another fundamental aspect of smithing is the anvil. Anvils can be found in various locations across Gielinor, often in or near blacksmithing shops. They serve as the workstation for players to forge their items. To smith an item, players must first heat bars of metal in a furnace, which can also be found in many towns. After the bar is heated, players can then take it to an anvil, where they utilize their hammer to shape the metal into weapons, armor, or other tools.

The types of bars available for smithing include bronze, iron, steel, mithril, adamant, and rune, each requiring different levels of the Smithing skill to use effectively. Bronze bars can be crafted from copper and tin ores, while higher-tier bars, such as rune, require their respective ores found in specific locations around the game. The choice of metal determines the quality and strength of the item being forged, impacting the player’s gameplay.

Additionally, players might encounter a forge beside the anvil, where they can heat their ores before smithing. While operating a forge, players can increase their efficiency and manage multiple tasks that involve metalworking, like creating items faster and with less difficulty.

Players can enhance their smithing experience through the use of items like the goldsmith gauntlets, which increase the experience gained while smelting gold bars, or by using the Prospector Kit for an extra boost in mining ore, vital for a successful smithing operation.

Ultimately, the Blacksmith’s Tools serve as a foundational element for any serious player wishing to master the Smithing skill. Engaging with these tools allows players not only to create powerful weapons and armor but also to reap the profits from their hard work, making them an essential part of the OSRS economy.