How to Upgrade Ava’s Accumulator in OSRS: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re an Old School RuneScape (OSRS) player looking to boost your Ranged gameplay, upgrading Ava’s Accumulator is a must. This handy device not only saves you ammunition but also provides a solid Ranged attack bonus. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about upgrading Ava’s Accumulator, from obtaining the base item to transforming it into the powerful Ava’s Assembler. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a newcomer, this blog post is packed with actionable steps, tips, and insights to help you succeed. Let’s dive in!
Ava’s Accumulator is a popular Ranged cape in OSRS, prized for its ability to automatically retrieve a percentage of your fired ammunition. It’s a reward from the “Animal Magnetism” quest and serves as a stepping stone to even better upgrades. Before we get into the upgrade process, let’s break down what it is and why it’s worth your time.
What Is Ava’s Accumulator?
Ava’s Accumulator is a cape-slot item that requires 50 Ranged to equip if obtained directly from the quest. It has a 72% chance to retrieve your ammunition (arrows, bolts, etc.) after firing, saving you both time and gold. Additionally, it randomly generates steel items every 3.5 minutes, which can be toggled off if you don’t want the clutter.
Why Upgrade Ava’s Accumulator?
Upgrading Ava’s Accumulator enhances its stats and ammo retention rate, making it a game-changer for Ranged training and bossing. The final upgrade, Ava’s Assembler, offers an 80% ammo retrieval rate and a superior Ranged attack bonus, making it one of the best cape-slot items for Ranged builds. Upgrading is a no-brainer if you’re serious about optimizing your gameplay.
How to Obtain Ava’s Accumulator
Before you can upgrade Ava’s Accumulator, you need to get your hands on the base version. Here’s how to do it.
Complete the Animal Magnetism Quest
The first step is completing the “Animal Magnetism” quest, which unlocks Ava’s devices. Here’s a quick rundown of the requirements and process:
- Quest Requirements: 18 Slayer, 19 Crafting, 30 Ranged, 35 Woodcutting
- Items Needed: Mithril axe, 5 iron bars, ghostspeak amulet, 20 ecto-tokens (or resources to make them), hammer, hardwood plank, buttons, and a bucket
- Location: Start by speaking to Ava in Draynor Manor
Once completed, if your Ranged level is below 50, you’ll receive Ava’s Attractor instead. Don’t worry—we’ll cover how to upgrade that next.
Upgrading Ava’s Attractor to Ava’s Accumulator
If you received Ava’s Attractor (for players under 50 Ranged), you can upgrade it to Ava’s Accumulator once you hit 50 Ranged. Here’s how:
- Reach level 50 Ranged through training (e.g., at the Ranged Guild or Crabs).
- Return to Ava in Draynor Manor.
- Bring 75 steel arrows and either 999 coins or your Ava’s Attractor.
- Speak to Ava and select the upgrade option—she’ll transform it into the Accumulator.
Tip: If you bring both coins and the Attractor, she’ll use the Attractor, saving you the cash.
Upgrading Ava’s Accumulator to Ava’s Assembler
Now that you have Ava’s Accumulator, the next step is upgrading it to Ava’s Assembler—the ultimate Ranged cape in OSRS. This requires completing a challenging quest and gathering specific items.
Complete Dragon Slayer II
Ava’s Assembler is locked behind “Dragon Slayer II,” a Grandmaster quest with hefty requirements. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Quest Requirements: 200 Quest Points, 75 Magic, 70 Smithing, 62 Crafting, 60 Agility, 60 Thieving, 50 Construction, 50 Hitpoints
- Recommended Stats: High combat levels (80+ in Ranged, Defence, and Hitpoints)
- Key Items: Anti-dragon shield, runes for combat spells, and food/potions
The quest culminates in a battle against Vorkath, a dragon you’ll need to defeat to progress and obtain the materials for the upgrade.
Gather Materials for the Upgrade
After completing Dragon Slayer II, you’ll need to collect the following to upgrade Ava’s Accumulator:
| Item | Quantity | How to Obtain |
|---|---|---|
| Vorkath’s Head | 1 | Dropped by Vorkath (1/50 chance, guaranteed on 50th kill) |
| Mithril Arrows | 75 | Purchased from the GE or shops like the Ranged Guild |
| Ava’s Accumulator or Coins | 1 or 4,999 gp | Use your existing Accumulator or pay coins if lost |
Note: Vorkath’s Head is the trickiest part. You may need multiple kills, so gear up with Ranged equipment (e.g., Armadyl crossbow, Ruby bolts (e)) and practice the fight.
Visit Ava to Upgrade
With all materials in hand, follow these steps:
- Travel back to Ava in Draynor Manor.
- Speak to her and choose the option to upgrade your device.
- Hand over Vorkath’s Head, 75 mithril arrows, and either your Ava’s Accumulator or 4,999 coins.
- Congratulations—you now have Ava’s Assembler!
Ava’s Assembler requires 70 Ranged to equip and boosts your ammo retention to 80%, alongside improved Ranged attack and strength bonuses.
Tips for Efficient Upgrading
Upgrading Ava’s Accumulator can be a grind, but these tips will streamline the process and save you headaches.
Optimize Your Ranged Training
To hit the required Ranged levels (50 for Accumulator, 70 for Assembler), focus on efficient training spots:
- Rock Crabs: Great for low levels (1-50).
- Nightmare Zone: Ideal for AFK training with absorption potions.
- Chinning at Monkey Madness II Tunnels: Fast XP for 50-70.
Prepare for Vorkath
Vorkath is a tough boss, so gear up properly:
- Weapons: Armadyl crossbow or Dragon hunter crossbow.
- Ammo: Ruby bolts (e) for early damage, Diamond bolts (e) to finish.
- Inventory: Super antifire potion, prayer potions, and high-healing food (e.g., sharks).
Practice the “woox walk” technique to dodge Vorkath’s attacks and maximize your kills per trip.
Protect Your Assembler
If you die with Ava’s Assembler above level 20 Wilderness (and it’s not protected), it turns into coins. To avoid this:
- Use a Trouver parchment and 500,000 coins with Perdu to lock it (becomes Ava’s Assembler (l)).
- Repair a broken Assembler for 75,000 coins with Perdu if lost below level 20 Wilderness.
Benefits of Ava’s Assembler
Once upgraded, Ava’s Assembler offers unmatched perks for Ranged players. Here’s why it’s worth the effort.
Enhanced Ammo Retention
With an 80% retrieval rate, each piece of ammo lasts approximately five shots on average, compared to 3.57 shots with the Accumulator. This drastically cuts your ammo costs over time.
Superior Stats
Ava’s Assembler provides:
It’s the only cape-slot item in OSRS with a Ranged Strength boost, making it a top pick for bossing and PvP.
Cosmetic Upgrades
For style points, you can enhance its appearance:
- Masori Crafting Kit: Turns it into a Masori Assembler to match Masori armor.
- Max Cape: Combines into an Assembler Max Cape for a sleek look.
These are purely cosmetic but let you flex your achievements.
Final Thoughts
Upgrading Ava’s Accumulator in OSRS is a rewarding journey that enhances your Ranged capabilities significantly. From completing “Animal Magnetism” to slaying Vorkath for Ava’s Assembler, each step brings you closer to a top-tier item that saves ammo and boosts your combat prowess. Follow this guide, train smart, and soon you’ll be rocking the best Ranged cape in the game. Happy ‘Scaping!