OSRS Construction Money Bag Ultimate Guide for Efficient Training
Old School RuneScape (OSRS) Construction is a skill that allows players to build and customize their player-owned house (POH), unlocking powerful utilities like teleports, altars, and rejuvenation pools. However, it’s one of the most expensive skills to train, requiring millions of gold for planks and other materials. The servant’s money bag, a game-changing furniture item introduced on February 23, 2017, can streamline your Construction training by automating servant payments and saving inventory space. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about the servant’s money bag, from its requirements and benefits to practical tips for maximizing its use during your Construction grind.
The servant’s money bag is a furniture item that can be built in the bedroom of a player-owned house at level 58 Construction. It stores up to 3,000,000 coins and automatically pays your hired servant for tasks, such as fetching planks from the bank or unnoting items, without needing manual payments. This feature saves time, reduces inventory clutter, and enhances efficiency during Construction training.
Key Features of the Servant’s Money Bag
- Coin Storage: Holds up to 3,000,000 coins in increments of 100.
- Automatic Payments: Pays your servant directly for each task, skipping payment dialogues.
- Inventory Efficiency: Frees up an inventory slot by eliminating the need to carry coins for servant payments.
- Withdrawable Funds: Coins can be withdrawn at any time, giving you flexibility.
- Shared Pool: Multiple money bags in your POH link to the same coin pool, so building more than one is unnecessary.
Why It Matters for Construction Training
Construction training involves repeatedly building and removing furniture, which requires a constant supply of planks. Servants, especially the Demon Butler, speed up this process by fetching planks from the bank or unnoting them. Without the money bag, you’d need to carry coins to pay the servant every eight tasks and deal with payment dialogues, slowing you down. The servant’s money bag eliminates these hassles, making it a must-have for serious Construction grinders.
Requirements and Building the Servant’s Money Bag
Before you can use the servant’s money bag, you need to meet specific requirements and gather materials. Here’s a breakdown of what’s needed.
Construction Level and Tools
To build the servant’s money bag, you need:
- Level 58 Construction: This is achievable through training with oak or teak planks, as detailed later.
- Hammer and Saw: Essential tools for all Construction activities, available from general stores or your tool belt.
Materials and Experience
Building the money bag requires:
| Item | Quantity | Cost (GE Price, Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahogany Plank | 2 | 4,000 GP |
| Bolt of Cloth | 1 | 900 GP |
| Gold Leaf | 1 | 130,000 GP |
| Total Cost | – | ~134,900 GP |
Experience Gained: 595 Construction XP per money bag built.
Note: Prices fluctuate based on the Grand Exchange, so check current rates before purchasing.
POH Bedroom Setup
The money bag is built in the corner space of a bedroom in your POH. You’ll also need at least two bedrooms with beds to hire a servant, as this is a prerequisite for employing butlers. If you haven’t set up your POH yet, purchase a house from an estate agent for 1,000 coins and build the necessary rooms.
How to Use the Servant’s Money Bag Effectively
Once built, the servant’s money bag integrates seamlessly into your Construction training routine. Here’s how to make the most of it.
Hiring a Demon Butler
The Demon Butler, available at level 50 Construction from the Servants’ Guild in East Ardougne, is the best servant for training due to his speed. He costs 10,000 GP every eight tasks, which the money bag handles automatically. To hire him:
- Visit the Servants’ Guild in East Ardougne.
- Ensure your POH has two bedrooms with beds.
- Hire the Demon Butler and instruct him to follow you to your house.
Depositing Coins
Interact with the money bag in your POH bedroom to deposit coins (up to 3,000,000). Deposit in increments of 100, and keep it topped up to avoid interruptions. For a level 58–99 grind, you’ll likely need to refill it once, as 3,000,000 GP covers approximately 1.4 million GP worth of servant tasks.
Training Workflow with the Money Bag
Here’s a step-by-step process for efficient Construction training using the money bag and Demon Butler:
- Enter Building Mode: Right-click your POH portal or enable building mode in settings.
- Stock Planks: Buy noted oak, teak, or mahogany planks from the Grand Exchange.
- Send Butler: Instruct the Demon Butler to fetch 26 planks from the bank when your inventory is half-full (13 planks).
- Build and Remove: Build furniture (e.g., oak dungeon doors or mahogany tables) and remove them to repeat the process.
- Retrieve Planks: When the butler returns (7 seconds per trip), take planks and send him back when your inventory drops to 25%.
- Monitor Money Bag: Ensure the money bag has enough coins to cover butler fees.
Pro Tip: Use the “zero mouse movement” method by zooming in and aligning your camera to click the build spot and butler dialogue in the same pixel, boosting XP rates.
Benefits of the Servant’s Money Bag for Construction Training
The servant’s money bag offers several advantages that make it indispensable for players aiming for high Construction levels.
Time Savings
By automating servant payments and skipping dialogues, the money bag reduces downtime. This is critical when training at high XP rates (up to 900,000 XP/hour with mahogany tables and a Demon Butler).
Inventory Optimization
Without the need to carry coins, you gain an extra inventory slot for planks, allowing you to build more furniture per trip. This is especially useful for methods like oak dungeon doors, which use 10 planks per build.
Cost Efficiency
While Construction is expensive, the money bag minimizes servant-related costs by streamlining their tasks. You can focus on buying planks rather than micromanaging payments.
XP Rates with the Money Bag
Here’s a table comparing XP rates for popular Construction methods using the money bag and Demon Butler:
| Method | Level | Planks Needed | XP per Action | XP per Hour (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Dungeon Doors | 74+ | 10 Oak Planks | 600 | 350,000–500,000 |
| Mahogany Tables | 52+ | 6 Mahogany Planks | 840 | 700,000–900,000 |
| Garden Benches | 66+ | 8 Oak Planks | 480 | 500,000–600,000 |
Tips and Tricks for Maximizing the Servant’s Money Bag
To get the most out of your servant’s money bag, consider these strategies.
Optimize Your POH Layout
Place your bedroom with the money bag near the POH portal for quick access. Build a dungeon or workshop close to the portal to minimize movement when training with oak dungeon doors or mahogany tables.
Use Boosts for Early Access
If you’re below level 58, use boosts to build the money bag earlier:
- Crystal Saw: +3 invisible Construction boost.
- Cup of Tea (Gold): +3 Construction boost.
- Spicy Stew: Up to +5 boost (random, from Rat Pits minigame).
Combine with Mahogany Homes
For a cheaper alternative to traditional training, try the Mahogany Homes minigame. While the money bag doesn’t directly apply, the gold you save on servant fees can be invested in this minigame for slower but more cost-effective XP.
Avoid Common Mistakes
- Don’t Underfund the Money Bag: Keep it stocked to avoid manual payments.
- Don’t Build Multiple Bags: They share the same coin pool, wasting materials.
- Don’t Use Lower-Tier Servants: The Demon Butler is the most efficient for high-level training.
By integrating the servant’s money bag into your Construction training, you can save time, optimize your inventory, and focus on achieving that level 99 cape. Whether you’re building oak dungeon doors or mahogany tables, this furniture item is a game-changer for efficiency. Start building yours today and take your POH to the next level!