How to Unlock Fairy Rings in OSRS and Start Teleporting Instantly

How to Unlock Fairy Rings in OSRS and Start Teleporting Instantly

Fairy Rings in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) are one of the most versatile and expansive teleportation systems in the game, offering access to over 50 unique locations across Gielinor. From remote islands to hidden realms like Zanaris, these magical mushroom circles provide a fast and efficient way to travel, making them a must-have for any adventurer. Unlocking Fairy Rings is a game-changer, streamlining tasks like questing, slayer assignments, clue scrolls, and resource gathering. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the steps to unlock Fairy Rings, explain how to use them, and provide tips to maximize their potential. Whether you’re a new player or a seasoned veteran, this blog post will help you master the Fairy Ring network.

Why Fairy Rings Matter in OSRS

Fairy Rings are a cornerstone of efficient travel in OSRS. Unlike other teleportation methods, such as spellbook teleports or jewelry, Fairy Rings offer access to unique locations that are often unreachable by other means. For example, you can teleport directly to the Fremennik Slayer Dungeon, Mort Myre Swamp, or even the fairy city of Zanaris, Gielinor‘s moon. This makes them invaluable for:

  • Questing: Quickly reach quest locations like Canifis or Miscellania.

  • Skilling: Access remote training spots, such as the Piscatoris Fishing Colony.

  • Slayer Tasks: Teleport near dungeons or monster locations.

  • Clue Scrolls: Reach obscure areas for treasure trails.

  • Exploration: Visit hidden realms and unique environments.

The Fairy Ring system is unlocked through a series of quests, and once accessible, it allows instant travel using three-letter codes. With no cooldowns or significant costs (after initial unlocks), Fairy Rings are a cost-effective and time-saving tool. Let’s dive into how to unlock this system and start teleporting instantly.

Step-by-Step Guide to Unlocking Fairy Rings

Unlocking Fairy Rings requires completing a series of quests in a specific order. These quests build on each other, with the final step being partial completion of Fairy Tale II – Cure a Queen. Below is a detailed breakdown of the process, including all prerequisites and requirements.

Step 1: Complete The Restless Ghost

  • Quest Start: Speak to Father Aereck in the Lumbridge church.

  • Requirements: None.

  • Description: This beginner-friendly quest introduces you to the world of OSRS quests. You’ll help a ghost in the Lumbridge graveyard find peace by retrieving its skull from a nearby crypt. The quest is short, taking about 5-10 minutes, and has no combat requirements, making it accessible for all players.

  • Rewards: 1 Quest Point, 1,125 Prayer XP.

Step 2: Complete Priest in Peril

  • Quest Start: Speak to King Roald in Varrock Palace.

  • Requirements: Ability to defeat level 30 enemies.

  • Description: This quest unlocks access to Morytania, a key region for later quests. You’ll need to help Drezel, a priest, by defeating monks and a level 30 dog-like creature. Combat is straightforward, but bring some food and decent gear if your combat level is low.

  • Rewards: 1 Quest Point, 1,406 Prayer XP, access to Morytania.

Step 3: Complete Nature Spirit

  • Quest Start: Speak to Drezel in the Paterdomus Temple (after Priest in Peril).

  • Requirements: The Restless Ghost, Priest in Peril, 18 Crafting (for Ironmen).

  • Description: This quest involves helping Drezel further by cleansing the Mort Myre Swamp. You’ll need to craft a silver sickle and face low-level enemies (Ghasts). Ironmen need 18 Crafting to make a sickle, but regular accounts can buy one from the Grand Exchange.

  • Rewards: 2 Quest Points, 2,000 Crafting XP, 3,000 Defence XP, 2,000 Hitpoints XP.

Step 4: Complete Lost City

  • Quest Start: Speak to the warrior at the campfire in western Lumbridge Swamp.

  • Requirements: 31 Crafting, 36 Woodcutting, ability to defeat a level 101 Tree Spirit (safe-spot available).

  • Description: This quest grants access to Zanaris, the fairy city, and is crucial for Fairy Ring access. You’ll need to craft a Dramen Staff by cutting a Dramen Branch from the Dramen Tree on Entrana. The Tree Spirit fight can be safe-spotted, so ranged or magic is recommended. Note that Entrana prohibits combat gear, so plan accordingly.

  • Rewards: 3 Quest Points, access to Zanaris, ability to craft Dramen Staff.

Step 5: Complete Fairy Tale I – Growing Pains

  • Quest Start: Speak to Martin the Master Gardener in Draynor Village.

  • Requirements: The Restless Ghost, Priest in Peril, Nature Spirit, Lost City, ability to defeat a level 111 Tanglefoot (weapon restrictions apply).

  • Description: This quest sets the stage for Fairy Ring access. You’ll investigate crop circle issues and face a Tanglefoot, which requires magic secateurs (provided during the quest). The fight restricts weapon usage, so rely on armor and food. Completing this quest unlocks the next step.

  • Rewards: 2 Quest Points, 3,500 Farming XP, 2,000 Attack XP, 1,000 Magic XP, magic secateurs.

Step 6: Start Fairy Tale II – Cure a Queen

  • Quest Start: Speak to Martin the Master Gardener in Draynor Village (after Fairy Tale I).

  • Requirements: Fairy Tale I – Growing Pains, 40 Thieving, 49 Farming, 57 Herblore (boosts allowed).

  • Description: You don’t need to complete the entire quest to unlock Fairy Rings—just reach the point where the Fairy Godfather grants permission to use them. This occurs after delivering a list of candidates to the Fairy Godfather in Zanaris (step 6 of the quest). At this point, you can use Fairy Rings with a Dramen Staff or Lunar Staff. The full quest involves more complex tasks, but they’re not required for basic access.

  • Partial Rewards: Access to Fairy Ring network.

Additional Notes

By following these steps, you’ll unlock the Fairy Ring system and gain access to its vast teleportation network. Now, let’s explore how to use Fairy Rings effectively.

How to Use Fairy Rings

Once unlocked, Fairy Rings are simple to use but require some practice to master. Here’s a step-by-step guide to teleporting with Fairy Rings:

  1. Equip a Dramen or Lunar Staff: Unless you’ve completed the Elite Lumbridge & Draynor Diary, you need one of these staves equipped to use the rings.

  2. Find a Fairy Ring: Fairy Rings are scattered across Gielinor, marked by circles of mushrooms. Common locations include Zanaris (main hub), Edgeville, and Canifis.

  3. Interact with the Ring: Click on a Fairy Ring to open the teleportation interface. If you’re not wielding a staff, you’ll see the message, “The Fairy rings only work for those who wield fairy magic.”

  4. Enter a Three-Letter Code: The interface has three dials, each with four letters (A-D, I-L, P-S). Rotate the dials to input a three-letter code corresponding to your desired location (e.g., CKS for Canifis). Codes can be found in-game via the travel log or external guides.

  5. Teleport: Click “Teleport to this location” to instantly travel to the chosen Fairy Ring. If the code is invalid or you’re already at that ring, you’ll teleport a few squares away from the main ring in Zanaris with the message, “Wow, fairy magic sure is useful, I hardly moved at all!”

  6. Use the Travel Log: The travel log (bottom right of the interface) stores recently used codes. You can favorite up to four codes for quick access or right-click a ring for a “last destination” teleport.

Tips for Efficient Use

  • Memorize Key Codes: Learn codes for frequently visited locations, like ALR (Tree Gnome Stronghold) or BKP (Fremennik Slayer Dungeon).

  • Combine Teleports: Use other teleports (e.g., Ardougne Cloak, Ring of Wealth) to reach a Fairy Ring quickly, then teleport to your final destination.

  • Favorite Codes: Mark your most-used codes in the travel log to save time.

  • Runelite Plugin: The Runelite client displays Fairy Ring codes when hovering over them on the world map, making navigation easier.

  • Portable Fairy Ring: Inventors can craft a portable Fairy Ring (requires Invention skill in RuneScape 3, not OSRS), but in OSRS, focus on accessible rings like the one in your Player-Owned House (POH).

Key Fairy Ring Locations and Codes

Below is a table of some of the most useful Fairy Ring locations, their codes, and their primary uses. This list prioritizes locations relevant to quests, slayer, skilling, and clue scrolls.

Code

Location

Primary Uses

Requirements

AIQ

Mudskipper Point

Clue scrolls, Slayer tasks (Mogres)

None

AJR

Fremennik Slayer Dungeon

Slayer tasks, clue scrolls

None

ALR

Tree Gnome Stronghold

Agility training, Gnome quests

None

BKP

Feldip Hills

Hunter (chinchompas), clue scrolls

None

CKS

Canifis

Slayer tasks, Barrows, Morytania quests

Priest in Peril

CIS

Arceuus (Kourend)

Skilling, Kourend quests

None

DIQ

Player-Owned House

Fast access to POH Fairy Ring

85 Construction, Fairy Ring built

DIS

Wizards’ Tower

Runecrafting, clue scrolls

None

DJR

Sinclair Mansion

Clue scrolls, quests

None

DKR

Edgeville

Wilderness access, clue scrolls

None

Notes:

  • Some locations (e.g., AIR, DLR) require specific quests or actions to unlock.

  • Codes like BIR, DIP, CLR, ALP are used for quest-specific locations, such as the Ork’s Rift in Fairy Tale III.

  • Always check the in-game travel log or external resources for a full list of codes.

Fastest Ways to Access Fairy Rings

To use Fairy Rings efficiently, you need to reach one quickly. Below is a table of the fastest methods to access a Fairy Ring, ranked by proximity and accessibility.

Method

Fairy Ring

Distance (Tiles)

Requirements

Player-Owned House

DIQ

 5

85 Construction, Fairy Ring in Superior Garden

Quest Point Cape

BLR (Legends’ Guild)

 12

All quests completed

Slayer Ring

AJR (Fremennik Slayer Dungeon)

 16

Slayer task or points

Achievement Diary Cape

CKS (Canifis)

 20

All diaries completed

Salve Graveyard Teleport

CKS (Canifis)

 22

None

Arceuus Library Teleport

CIS (Kourend)

 34

None

Necklace of Passage

DIS (Wizards’ Tower)

 39

None

Ardougne Cloak

Near Tower of Life

 ~50

Easy Ardougne Diary

Tips:

  • Build a Fairy Ring in your POH if you have 85 Construction for the fastest access.

  • Use teleports like the Ring of Wealth (Grand Exchange) or Edgeville lodestone to reach the DKR ring quickly.

  • The Quest Point Cape is ideal for maxed players, while the Slayer Ring is practical for mid-to-high-level players.

Advanced Tips for Fairy Ring Mastery

To take your Fairy Ring usage to the next level, consider these advanced strategies:

  • Staffless Teleportation: Complete the Elite Lumbridge & Draynor Diary to use Fairy Rings without a Dramen or Lunar Staff. This frees up an inventory slot and simplifies travel.

  • POH Fairy Ring: At 85 Construction, build a Fairy Ring in your Superior Garden (requires 10 mushrooms, a fairy enchantment, and a watering can). This allows instant access via the DIQ code.

  • Combine with Other Networks: Use Fairy Rings alongside Spirit Trees, teleports, or charter ships for seamless travel. For example, teleport to the Farming Guild (Spirit Tree) and use the nearby ALR ring.

  • Quest-Specific Rings: Some rings, like AIR (Fairy Resistance HQ), are only accessible during quests. Unlock these by progressing through the Fairy Tale series.

  • Inventory Management: When using Fairy Rings, your off-hand item (e.g., shield) temporarily disappears during the teleport animation. Plan your inventory to avoid issues in dangerous areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need to complete Fairy Tale II – Cure a Queen to use Fairy Rings?
A: No, you only need to start the quest and reach the point where the Fairy Godfather grants permission (step 6). Full completion is not required for basic access.

Q: Can I use Fairy Rings without a Dramen or Lunar Staff?
A: Yes, but only if you’ve completed the Elite Lumbridge & Draynor Diary. Otherwise, you must wield a Dramen Staff (from Lost City) or Lunar Staff (from Lunar Diplomacy).

Q: How many Fairy Ring codes are there?
A: There are currently 52 working Fairy Ring codes in OSRS, out of a possible 64 combinations. Some codes are quest-locked or unused.

Q: What’s the fastest way to access a Fairy Ring?
A: The fastest method is using a Fairy Ring in your Player-Owned House (DIQ, 5 tiles away), which requires 85 Construction. Alternatively, the Quest Point Cape teleport to the Legends’ Guild (BLR, 12 tiles) is excellent for maxed players.

Q: Can I favorite Fairy Ring codes?
A: Yes, you can favorite up to four codes in the travel log for quick access. Click the green heart icon next to a code in the interface.

Q: Are Fairy Rings safe to use in dangerous areas?
A: Most Fairy Ring locations are safe, but some, like DKR (near the Wilderness), can be risky. Always check your surroundings and avoid teleporting to dangerous areas unprepared.

Q: Do Fairy Rings cost anything to use?
A: No, Fairy Rings are free to use once unlocked, provided you have a Dramen or Lunar Staff (or the Elite Diary completion).

Conclusion

Unlocking Fairy Rings in Old School RuneScape is a transformative milestone that opens up Gielinor like never before. By completing the necessary quests—The Restless Ghost, Priest in Peril, Nature Spirit, Lost City, Fairy Tale I – Growing Pains, and partially completing Fairy Tale II – Cure a Queen—you gain access to a teleportation network that saves time, enhances efficiency, and makes every adventure more enjoyable. With over 50 unique locations, from the depths of the Fremennik Slayer Dungeon to the mystical city of Zanaris, Fairy Rings are indispensable for questing, skilling, slayer, and exploration.

To make the most of Fairy Rings, memorize key codes, use the travel log effectively, and consider long-term goals like building a POH Fairy Ring or completing the Elite Lumbridge & Draynor Diary for staffless teleports. Whether you’re chasing clue scrolls, hunting chinchompas, or tackling Barrows runs, the Fairy Ring system will become your go-to travel method. Start your journey today, follow the steps outlined in this guide, and experience the magic of instant teleportation across Gielinor!