OSRS Quest Stat Requirements: Your Complete Guide to Questing Success

OSRS Quest Stat Requirements: Your Complete Guide to Questing Success


Old School RuneScape (OSRS) is a game packed with adventure, and its quests are a cornerstone of the experience. Whether you’re chasing the coveted Quest Point Cape or just looking to unlock new areas and rewards, understanding the stat requirements for OSRS quests is key. In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about the skill levels required to complete all quests in OSRS as of April 07, 2025. From minimum stats to strategic tips, this blog post is your roadmap to questing success.

Quests in OSRS aren’t just about following a storyline—they’re gateways to new content, items, and teleports that make your journey through Gielinor smoother. However, each quest comes with its own set of skill requirements, and meeting them can mean the difference between a smooth run and hours of grinding. Knowing these stats upfront helps you plan your training, save time, and tackle quests efficiently.

The Role of Skills in Quest Progression

Skills like Attack, Magic, Crafting, and more aren’t just for skilling—they’re often prerequisites for starting or completing quests. For example, high-level quests like “Monkey Madness II” demand a mix of combat and non-combat skills, ensuring you’re well-rounded before diving in.

Quest Points and the Ultimate Goal

Completing all quests earns you the Quest Point Cape, a badge of honor requiring 286 quest points as of now. But it’s not just about the cape—quests unlock critical game features, from Ancient Magicks to the Fairy Ring network, making stat preparation essential.

Minimum Stat Requirements for All OSRS Quests

To wear the Quest Point Cape, you’ll need to meet the highest skill requirements across all quests. Below is a breakdown of the minimum levels needed, with some skills allowing temporary boosts (marked with an asterisk). These stats assume you’re using boosts where possible and reflect the baseline for completion as of April 07, 2025.

Combat Skill Requirements

Non-Combat Skill Requirements

Key Notes on Boosts and Exceptions

Skills marked with an asterisk () can be boosted temporarily using items like stews or potions. For instance, Cooking 70 canxx be achieved with a +5 spicy stew boost from a base of 65. However, some quests, like “Song of the Elves,” require unboosted levels (e.g., 70 Mining), so always check specific quest details.

Breaking Down High-Level Quest Requirements

Some quests stand out for their steep requirements, pushing players to train multiple skills to high levels. Let’s dive into a few of the toughest ones and what they demand.

Monkey Madness II: The Grandmaster Challenge

This iconic quest requires:

It’s a combat-heavy quest with a brutal boss fight, so higher combat stats (beyond the minimum 85) are recommended.

Song of the Elves: The Skill Gauntlet

A newer grandmaster quest, it demands unboosted levels:

This quest is a true test of dedication, requiring no boosts and a hefty time investment.

Recipe for Disaster: The Subquest Marathon

With 10 subquests, this one peaks at:

Its variety keeps you on your toes, but the Barrows Gloves reward makes it worth the grind.

Strategic Tips for Meeting Quest Stat Requirements

Getting to these levels doesn’t have to be a slog. Here’s how to approach your training smartly and efficiently.

Leverage Quest Rewards

Many quests offer XP rewards that can bump you closer to the next requirement. For example:

Plan your quest order to use these boosts strategically.

Use Temporary Boosts Wisely

Items like spicy stews (+5 boost), potions, or pies can push you over the line for boostable skills. Stock up on these before tackling quests with tight requirements.

Train Combat Alongside Quests

Since many quests involve combat, you’ll naturally level up Attack, Strength, and Defence while progressing. Slayer tasks can also double as combat training and quest prep (e.g., for “Monkey Madness II“).

How to Plan Your Questing Journey

With 158 quests in OSRS (22 free-to-play, 136 members-only), planning is everything. Here’s how to structure your approach based on stat requirements.

Start with Low-Requirement Quests

Begin with novice quests like “Cook’s Assistant” (no requirements) and “The Knight’s Sword” to build early XP. These set you up for intermediate quests without much grinding.

Follow an Optimal Quest Order

An efficient quest order minimizes skilling time by maximizing XP rewards. A popular sequence starts with:

  1. Cook’s Assistant (0 QP, no requirements)
  2. The Knight’s Sword (1 QP, 10 Mining)
  3. Waterfall Quest (1 QP, no requirements)
  4. Druidic Ritual (4 QP, unlocks Herblore)

Check out community guides like SlayerMusiq1’s for a full optimal path.

Prioritize Unlock Quests

Focus on quests that unlock key features early:

These save time and effort for later quests.

Quest Highest Skill Requirement Reward Highlights
Monkey Madness II Slayer 69 Demonic Gorilla access
Song of the Elves 70 (multiple skills) Prifddinas access
Recipe for Disaster Cooking 70 Barrows Gloves
Desert Treasure Magic 50 Ancient Magicks

Final Push for the Quest Point Cape

Once you’ve hit the minimum stats (total level ~1516 with boosts, or higher for unboosted requirements), tackle the remaining grandmaster quests. Buy the cape from the Wise Old Man in Draynor Village for 99,000 coins and bask in your achievement.

Mastering OSRS quest stat requirements is about preparation and strategy. Whether you’re a new player or a veteran aiming for the cape, this guide gives you the tools to succeed. Start training, plan your route, and dive into Gielinor’s rich questing world—your cape awaits!