OSRS Goblin Diplomacy Ironman Guide

Welcome to the ultimate guide for completing the Goblin Diplomacy quest in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) as an Ironman. This novice-level, free-to-play quest is a quick and rewarding task that grants 5 Quest Points and 200 Crafting XP, making it a great early-game goal for Ironman accounts. Since Ironmen can’t rely on the Grand Exchange, this guide focuses on gathering all required items from scratch, ensuring you can complete the quest efficiently while enjoying the classic goblin-related cutscenes. Whether you’re a new player or a seasoned Ironman revisiting this quest, this SEO-optimized guide will walk you through every step, with tips tailored for the Ironman experience.

Goblin Diplomacy is a short quest set in the Goblin Village, north of Falador, where you help Generals Bentnoze and Wartface resolve a dispute over the color of their goblins’ armor. The quest is ideal for Ironmen due to its low requirements and accessibility in the free-to-play world. Here’s what you need to know before starting.

Quest Requirements

• Skills: None
• Quests: None
• Items Needed:
  • 3 Goblin Mails (obtained during the quest)
  • 2 Woad Leaves (for Blue Dye)
  • 3 Redberries (for Red Dye)
  • 2 Onions (for Yellow Dye)
  • 35 Coins (20 for Woad Leaves, 15 for dye-making)

Why Complete Goblin Diplomacy as an Ironman?

For Ironman accounts, this quest is a low-effort way to earn early Quest Points and Crafting XP. It’s also a prerequisite for quests like Another Slice of H.A.M. and Recipe for Disaster: Freeing the Goblin Generals, making it a stepping stone for progressing in the game. The quest’s simplicity and the fact that all items can be gathered without trading make it Ironman-friendly. Plus, the humorous dialogue and cutscenes featuring Grubfoot trying on armor add a fun element to the grind.

Step-by-Step Quest Walkthrough

Follow these detailed steps to complete Goblin Diplomacy as an Ironman. This walkthrough assumes you’re starting with no items and need to gather everything yourself.

Starting the Quest

1. Travel to Goblin Village, located north of Falador and east of Taverley. The fastest way is to use the Falador Lodestone teleport (if unlocked) and run north, or walk from Falador’s north gate.
2. Enter the large hut in the northern part of the village and speak to either General Bentnoze (red armor) or General Wartface (green armor).
3. Listen to their argument about armor color. Offer to help by suggesting a new color (not red or green). They’ll agree to try orange armor. Quest started!

Gathering Goblin Mails

Ironmen must collect three Goblin Mails from crates in Goblin Village, as they can’t buy them from the Grand Exchange. Each crate yields one mail, and they’re easy to find.

Location	Description
Behind Generals’ Hut	Search the crate northeast of the generals’ hut.
Western Hut	Inside the hut southwest of the generals’ hut, between the small square hut and the generals’ hut.
Near Entrance	Climb the southernmost ladder near the village gate, then search the crate to the north.

Note: If you lose a Goblin Mail, you can’t retrieve more from the crates. Instead, kill goblins around Lumbridge or Goblin Village for a brown Goblin Mail drop. Goblins in the village may drop red or green mails, which can be dyed but won’t work for the brown mail needed later.

Collecting Dye Ingredients

To create the required Orange and Blue Dyes, you’ll need to gather ingredients and visit Aggie the Witch in Draynor Village. Here’s how to get each item as an Ironman.

• 2 Woad Leaves (Blue Dye):
  • Go to Falador Park and speak to Wyson the Gardener.
  • Offer to pay 20 coins for Woad Leaves. He’ll give you two, which is enough for one Blue Dye.
• 3 Redberries (Red Dye):
  • Travel to Port Sarim and buy three Redberries from Wydin’s Food Store for 3 coins each. Alternatively, pick them from the redberry bushes southeast of Varrock, near the mining spot.
• 2 Onions (Yellow Dye):
  • Head to the farm north of Rimmington (south of Falador) and pick two Onions. Alternatively, pick them behind Farmer Fred’s farm in Lumbridge or north of Draynor Village.
• 35 Coins:
  • You’ll need 20 coins for Woad Leaves and 15 coins (5 coins per dye) to pay Aggie. If you’re short, kill goblins or men/women in Lumbridge for small coin drops.

Making the Dyes

1. Teleport or walk to Draynor Village and visit Aggie the Witch in the center of the village.
2. Ask her to make dyes. Provide:
   • 2 Woad Leaves + 5 coins for Blue Dye.
   • 3 Redberries + 5 coins for Red Dye.
   • 2 Onions + 5 coins for Yellow Dye.
3. Combine the Red Dye and Yellow Dye to create Orange Dye. Warning: Do not use both dyes separately on Goblin Mails, as this will waste them.

Dyeing the Goblin Mails

1. Use the Orange Dye on one Goblin Mail to create an Orange Goblin Mail.
2. Use the Blue Dye on another Goblin Mail to create a Blue Goblin Mail.
3. Leave the third Goblin Mail undyed (brown, the default color).

Tip: Double-check your inventory to ensure you have one Orange, one Blue, and one brown Goblin Mail before returning to Goblin Village. Dyeing extra mails by mistake means you’ll need to hunt for another brown mail drop.

Completing the Quest

1. Return to Goblin Village and speak to either General Bentnoze or General Wartface.
2. Present the Orange Goblin Mail. A cutscene plays where Grubfoot tries it on, but the generals dislike it, saying it clashes with their skin tone. They request blue armor.
3. Present the Blue Goblin Mail. Another cutscene plays, but the generals reject it, preferring “earthy colors” like brown.
4. Present the brown Goblin Mail. In the final cutscene, Grubfoot models the brown armor, and the generals agree it’s perfect. Quest complete!

Ironman-Specific Tips and Strategies

Ironman mode adds a layer of challenge to Goblin Diplomacy since you can’t buy dyes or Goblin Mails. Here are tailored tips to streamline your experience.

Efficient Item Gathering Routes

• Route 1: Falador Start
  • Begin in Falador, grab Woad Leaves from Wyson, then head to Rimmington for Onions.
  • Run to Port Sarim for Redberries, then north to Goblin Village for mails.
  • Finish by visiting Aggie in Draynor.
• Route 2: Lumbridge Start
  • Pick Onions near Farmer Fred’s farm, then head to Varrock for Redberries.
  • Travel to Falador for Woad Leaves, then north to Goblin Village.
  • End at Draynor for dyes.

Managing Limited Inventory

Ironmen often have limited inventory space early on. To optimize:

• Bank unnecessary items before starting (e.g., combat gear).
• Collect coins first if you’re short, as they stack.
• Gather Goblin Mails last, as they don’t stack and are close to the quest’s end location.

Avoiding Common Mistakes

• Don’t dye all three Goblin Mails: You need one undyed (brown) mail for the final step.
• Don’t drop Goblin Mails: Crates only yield one mail each. If you lose one, you’ll need to kill goblins for a brown mail drop, which can be time-consuming.
• Check dye ingredients: Ensure you have exactly 2 Woad Leaves, 3 Redberries, and 2 Onions to avoid extra trips.

Rewards and Benefits for Ironmen

Completing Goblin Diplomacy offers the following rewards, which are particularly valuable for Ironman accounts:

• 5 Quest Points: A significant boost for early-game quest progression.
• 200 Crafting XP: Helps level Crafting from 1 to 3 or higher, useful for future quests like The Knight’s Sword.
• 1 Gold Bar: A small but useful item for early Smithing or quest requirements.
• Access to Future Quests: Unlocks prerequisites for Another Slice of H.A.M. and parts of Recipe for Disaster.

How to Use Your Rewards

For Ironmen, the Crafting XP is a great starting point for training. Consider using the Gold Bar to smelt and smith items for additional Smithing XP, or save it for quests like Prince Ali Rescue. The Quest Points bring you closer to unlocking key milestones, such as access to the Culinaromancer’s Chest after starting Recipe for Disaster.

Conclusion and Next Steps

Goblin Diplomacy is a quick, fun, and rewarding quest for Ironman players in OSRS. By following this guide, you can gather all items efficiently, avoid common pitfalls, and complete the quest in under 30 minutes. The 5 Quest Points and 200 Crafting XP are excellent early-game boosts, setting you up for more challenging quests down the line.

Next Steps for Ironmen:

• Complete other novice quests like Cook’s Assistant or The Restless Ghost for more Quest Points.
• Train Crafting further by making leather items or pottery to prepare for Dragon Slayer.
• Start The Lost Tribe, which requires Goblin Diplomacy, to continue your quest progression.

Happy questing, and enjoy the goblin shenanigans in Goblin Village! If you found this guide helpful, share it with your fellow Ironmen or leave a comment with your own tips.