OSRS F2P Pure Strength Training Guide for Maximum Power

Building a Free-to-Play (F2P) strength pure in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) is a rewarding journey for players who want to dominate in player-versus-player (PvP) combat with high-damage melee attacks. A strength pure focuses on maximizing the Strength skill while keeping Attack, Defence, and other combat stats low to maintain a low combat level. This guide provides a comprehensive roadmap for training your F2P strength pure, including optimal training spots, gear setups, quests, and strategies to ensure you hit hard without breaking the bank. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, this blog post will help you create a powerful F2P strength pure.

A strength pure in OSRS F2P is a specialized account that prioritizes Strength over other combat skills, particularly Attack, to achieve high maximum hits at a low combat level. This build is ideal for PvP because it allows you to deal significant damage while appearing less threatening due to your low combat level. The trade-off is lower accuracy and limited weapon variety, but with the right setup, strength pures can be devastating.

Why Choose a Strength Pure?

Strength pures shine in low combat level brackets where their high-damage attacks can knock out opponents quickly. By keeping Attack at 1 or low levels (e.g., 5, 10, or 20), you rely on weapons like warhammers that don’t require high Attack but benefit from Strength bonuses. This build is the F2P equivalent of a members’ obsidian pure, offering high knockout potential with minimal combat level impact.

Ideal Stat Build

For an effective F2P strength pure, aim for the following stats:

• Attack: 1, 5, 10, or 20 (depending on weapon choice)
• Strength: As high as possible (aim for 60+ for PvP, 99 for max power)
• Defence: 1 (to keep combat level low)
• Ranged: 1 or up to 40 (for green d’hide armor and secondary attack)
• Prayer: 1, 13, or 31 (for Strength-boosting prayers)
• Magic: 1 or up to 59 (for utility spells like teleports)
• Hitpoints: Naturally increases with Strength (typically 10 levels below Strength)

Training Attack to 5, 10, or 20 allows access to slightly better weapons, but keeping it at 1 maximizes Strength focus.

Best Training Spots for F2P Strength Pures

Training a strength pure requires careful selection of monsters to maximize experience while minimizing Hitpoints XP and staying safe with 1 Defence. Below are the best F2P training spots for different Strength levels.

Levels 1–10: Chickens

Start your journey at the chicken coop northeast of Lumbridge Castle. Chickens have low HP (3) and no significant attack, making them perfect for early training. Use a bronze or iron sword with the “slash” combat style to gain Strength XP. Collect feathers for some starting cash, as they’re stackable and sell well.

• Location: Farm northeast of Lumbridge
• XP/Hour: ~5,000–10,000
• Requirements: None
• Tip: Bring a few pieces of food for safety, though chickens rarely hit.

Levels 10–20: Cows

Move to the cow pen east of Lumbridge or near Falador. Cows have 8 HP and provide decent XP while dropping cowhides, which can be tanned in Al-Kharid for profit. Use an iron or steel scimitar for faster kills.

• Location: Lumbridge or Falador cow fields
• XP/Hour: ~10,000–15,000
• Requirements: None
• Tip: Bank cowhides for early gold to buy better gear.

Levels 20–40: Al-Kharid Warriors

Al-Kharid warriors in the Al-Kharid palace are excellent for mid-level training. They have 19 HP and are aggressive, allowing for semi-AFK training. Use a mithril or adamant scimitar and bring food due to their moderate damage output.

• Location: Al-Kharid palace
• XP/Hour: ~15,000–25,000
• Requirements: None (small fee to enter Al-Kharid if not completed Prince Ali Rescue)
• Tip: Wear iron armor for slight protection with 1 Defence.

Levels 40+: Giant Spiders in Stronghold of Security

For higher levels, giant spiders in the third level of the Stronghold of Security (Barbarian Village) are the best F2P training spot. They have 50 HP, are aggressive, and provide excellent XP rates. Their max hit of 7 requires a good food supply, like trout or salmon.

• Location: Stronghold of Security, Level 3
• XP/Hour: ~25,000–70,000 (increases with gear and levels)
• Requirements: Completion of Stronghold of Security for access
• Tip: Use a rune scimitar (if Attack allows) or rune warhammer for optimal damage.

Note: Giant spiders are the go-to for training to 99 Strength in F2P due to their high HP and aggression, making them ideal for AFK training.

Optimal Gear and Equipment

With 1 Defence, your gear options are limited, but choosing the right equipment can significantly boost your training efficiency and PvP performance. Below is a recommended setup for F2P strength pures.

Best-in-Slot Gear

Slot	Item	Requirements	Notes
Head	Iron full helm	None	Best F2P helm for 1 Defence
Neck	Amulet of strength	None	+10 Strength bonus, best for max hits
Body	Iron platebody	None	Decent defence for training
Legs	Iron platelegs	None	Matches platebody for defence
Weapon	Rune warhammer	1 Attack	High Strength bonus, ideal for pures
Shield	Wooden shield	None	Minimal defence for 1 Defence pures
Boots	Leather boots	None	Basic footwear, no requirements
Cape	Team cape	None	Any cape works; team capes are cheap

For PvP, consider swapping to an amulet of power (+6 Strength, +6 Attack) for better accuracy with 3-tick weapons like the goblin paint cannon.

Weapon Choices

Weapon selection is critical for strength pures. Here are the best options:

• Rune warhammer: No Attack requirement, high Strength bonus, excellent for knockouts.
• Goblin paint cannon: 3-tick weapon for fast XP and wearing down opponents in PvP.
• Swift blade: 3-tick, 1-handed, allows shield use, great for aggressive training.
• Rune scimitar: Requires 40 Attack, faster attacks but less Strength focus.

Tip: Use the “slash” or “crush” combat style to ensure Strength XP gain.

Quests for Early XP Boosts

Quests provide a quick way to gain early Strength and Attack XP without excessive Hitpoints XP, keeping your combat level low. Here are the best F2P quests for strength pures.

Recommended Quests

• Vampyre Slayer: Grants 4,825 Attack XP (takes Attack to level 20 from 1). Safe for 1 Defence pures.
• X Marks the Spot: 300 XP in any skill (use on Strength). No combat required.
• Goblin Diplomacy: No combat XP, but may increase goblin spawns for training.

Warning: Avoid Dragon Slayer I, as it rewards Defence XP, which ruins a 1 Defence pure.

Tips for Efficient Training and PvP Success

Training a strength pure is only half the battle; preparing for PvP and optimizing your grind is key. Here are some final tips to ensure success.

Training Strategies

• Use Strength Potions: The only F2P potion, it boosts Strength by up to +12, increasing max hits and XP rates.
• Minimize Hitpoints XP: Use low-HP monsters like chickens early on and consider splashing for Magic XP to avoid Hitpoints gains.
• Bank Often: With 1 Defence, you’re vulnerable, so bank food and loot frequently, especially at giant spiders.

PvP Preparation

• Master Combos: Use 3-tick weapons (e.g., goblin paint cannon) to wear down opponents, then switch to a rune warhammer for a knockout blow.
• Prayer Use: Train to 13 Prayer for Superhuman Strength (+10% Strength) or 31 for Ultimate Strength (+15%). Stack with potions for massive hits.
• Gear Switching: Bring both amulet of strength and amulet of power to balance accuracy and max hits in PvP.

Final Note: Training an F2P strength pure requires patience, but the payoff is a low-level account capable of delivering devastating blows in PvP. Focus on efficient training spots like giant spiders, optimize your gear with rune warhammers and strength amulets, and use quests to jumpstart your progress. With dedication, your strength pure will become a feared opponent in the F2P wilderness. Happy training, and may your hits be high!