Burnt batta

The Burnt batta is a unique consumable item in Old School RuneScape, known for its intriguing culinary mishap. This item is created by attempting to cook a battas on a fire, but failing spectacularly. Players often find humor in its creation, as it serves as a reminder of the perils of cooking without proper skill. Despite its unappealing appearance, it has its own niche in the game, particularly among those who enjoy collecting oddities or those participating in cooking-related activities.

When consumed, the Burnt batta restores a small amount of health, making it a quirky alternative to more conventional food items. It is often found in the inventories of novice cooks who have yet to master the culinary arts of Gielinor. Whether you stumble upon one by accident or deliberately seek it out for your collection, the Burnt batta stands as a testament to the amusing misadventures that can occur during your journey in OSRS.

Released	25 July 2019 (Update)
Members	Yes
Quest item	No
Properties
Tradeable	No
Equipable	No
Stackable	No
Noteable	No
Options	Read, Drop
Examine	A burnt and charred batta.
Values
Value	1 coin
High alch	0 coins
Low alch	0 coins
Weight	0.5 kg

Item Overview

Burnt batta is a unique consumable item in Old School RuneScape (OSRS). It is classified as a food item and is known for its distinctive ability to heal players. Unlike most food items, burnt batta is not created through traditional cooking methods but rather comes from the unfortunate mishap of cooking batta, which is a more desirable food item.

When consumed, burnt batta provides 1 Hitpoint of healing, making it one of the least effective food items in the game. The item can be identified by its unappealing appearance, characterized by its charred and burnt texture. While it may not be a popular choice among players for healing, it has its own niche within the game.

How to Obtain Burnt Batta

Burnt batta is obtained by cooking batta, which can be acquired through various means. The process involves the following steps:

Fishing for Batta: Players can fish for batta in designated fishing spots, typically found near bodies of water in regions like the Lumbridge Swamp.
Cooking Batta: Once players have gathered batta, they can cook it on a fire or stove. However, if the cooking process fails, players are left with burnt batta instead of the regular item.

As a result, burnt batta is often a byproduct of cooking batta and acts as a reminder of the player’s culinary failures.

Burnt Batta in Combat

When it comes to combat scenarios, burnt batta is not favored due to its low healing capabilities. Players typically opt for higher-healing food such as sharks or brews when engaging in boss fights or PvP situations. However, there are instances where burnt batta might come into play:

Low-level PvP: Players in low-level PvP scenarios might use burnt batta as a last resort, especially if they are low on supplies.
Training Combat Skills: New players or those training combat skills may use burnt batta to conserve their better food for more intense situations.

Overall, while burnt batta has limited use, it can serve as a placeholder in emergencies.

Comparison with Other Food Items

Burnt batta stands out in the OSRS food hierarchy mainly due to its low healing properties. Here’s a quick comparison of burnt batta with other popular food items:

Food Item	Healing (Hitpoints)	Price (GP)
Burnt Batta	1	1
Shark	20	1,100
Saradomin Brew	14 + 2	1,500
Anglerfish	2 + 3	1,200

This table clearly illustrates how burnt batta pales in comparison to other food items available in the game.

Quests Involving Burnt Batta

While burnt batta itself does not play a central role in many quests, it can occasionally be seen in quest-related scenarios where food is a theme. For example:

The Cook’s Assistant: While not directly involving burnt batta, players learn about cooking and the consequences of failing at it, akin to how burnt items come to be.
Recipe for Disaster: This lengthy quest explores various food items, and burnt batta serves as a humorous reminder of culinary mishaps.

These quests highlight the humorous aspect of cooking in the game and show how burnt batta fits into the broader cooking narrative.

Burnt Batta and the Economy

In terms of the OSRS economy, burnt batta has very little impact due to its negligible value. However, it is an interesting item to note for completionists and players who enjoy collecting unique or rare items. Some key points regarding its economic standing include:

Market Value: Burnt batta is often sold for a mere 1 GP, making it one of the lowest value items in the game.
Collector Interest: Some players might seek out burnt batta as a novelty item, but this interest is minimal.

Overall, burnt batta exists more as a funny anecdote in the cooking system rather than a staple of the economy.

Player Opinions and Usefulness

The community’s perception of burnt batta is largely humorous. Many players joke about the item, considering it a symbol of failure in cooking. Some specific opinions include:

New Players: Many new players experience the frustration of cooking their first batta, leading to a shared laugh about their culinary skills.
Veteran Players: Veteran players often share stories of their early days and how burnt batta was a common sight in their inventory.

Despite its lack of practical use, burnt batta has a nostalgic value for many players, especially those who remember their early OSRS days.