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Fortis Colosseum Wave 12: Simple OSRS Money Making for New Players
Yo, Gielinor grinders! Wanna stack Gold Pieces (GP) in Old School RuneScape without being a maxed-out pro with a bank full of Torva? The Fortis Colosseum in Varlamore is your ticket to millions, and guess what? Even new players can cash in on Wave 12. It’s tough, it’s sweaty, but oh man, the loot is sweet. Why’s this place so hype? You’re fighting waves of nasty enemies for a shot at big bucks, like Dizana’s Quiver and Sunfire Splinters. Ready to make bank? Let’s jump in and talk how you, yeah YOU, can conquer Wave 12 and fund that shiny new whip.
Why Pick the Colosseum?
The Fortis Colosseum is a wave-based PvM minigame in Civitas illa Fortis, Varlamore. Think Fight Caves but with more flair and crazier rewards. You battle through 12 waves, ending with a beastly boss, Sol Heredit. The payout? Pros can pull 13.3M GP per hour, but newbies like you can still snag 2-5M GP per hour with budget gear. That’s enough to buy some sweet upgrades! The Glory system also lets you flex your progress and grab extra goodies. Sound dope? Let’s get you set up.
What You Need to Start
No need to be a 99-all-stats god to dive in. Wave 12 is doable with mid-tier stats and cheap gear. Here’s the rundown:
Skills
- Attack: 80+ (95+ is smoother, but 80’s fine)
- Strength: 80+ (to smack harder)
- Defence: 70+ (80+ saves your butt)
- Ranged: 80+ (key for some enemies)
- Magic: 70+ (94+ for Thralls is clutch)
- Hitpoints: 80+ (to tank those hits)
- Prayer: 70+ (Piety and Protect prayers are your BFFs)
Got lower stats? No biggie, you can still try, just expect slower runs.
Quests
- Children of the Sun: Unlocks Varlamore and the Colosseum.
- A Kingdom Divided: Gets you Arceuus spellbook for Thralls.
- Dragon Slayer II: For Ava’s Assembler if you’re ranging.
- Recipe for Disaster: For Barrows Gloves, super affordable.
Gear
You don’t need a Twisted Bow to shine. Budget gear gets the job done. Check this out:
| Slot | Item | Why It’s Good |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Neitiznot Faceguard | Cheap, solid Defence. |
| Neck | Amulet of Glory | Boosts stats, handy teleport. |
| Body | Rune Platebody | Tanks hits without breaking the bank. |
| Legs | Rune Platelegs | Budget Defence, looks cool too. |
| Boots | Dragon Boots | Affordable melee boost. |
| Cape | Fire Cape or Ava’s Accumulator | Fire Cape for melee, Accumulator for range. |
| Weapon | Abyssal Whip or Rune Crossbow | Whip slaps, Crossbow’s safe. |
| Shield | Dragon Defender | Offence + Defence = win. |
| Gloves | Barrows Gloves | Best cheap gloves, period. |
| Ring | Berserker Ring | Extra melee power for pennies. |
Inventory
- Food: 10-15 Sharks or Monkfish (heals 20-22 HP, keeps you alive).
- Potions: 2 Super Combat Potions, 2 Prayer Potions, 1 Ranging Potion.
- Runes: For Thralls or Ice Barrage if you’re fancy.
- Teleport: Games Necklace or Ring of Dueling for quick escapes.
Got the gear? Sweet. If not, grind a bit and come back. You got this.
Getting to the Colosseum
First, complete Children of the Sun to unlock Varlamore. Then, here’s how to get there:
- Ring of Dueling: Zaps you right to the Colosseum (12,000 Glory cost later on).
- Quetzal: Fly to Civitas illa Fortis, then jog east.
- Teleport Spell: Civitas illa Fortis Teleport (54 Magic, needs Twilight’s Promise).
- Charter Ship: Sail to Civitas, then hoof it southeast.
Once you’re there, chat with Minimus, the Colosseum boss-man, to kick things off. Bank at the lobby chest (2,000 Glory after your first runs). Ready to rumble? Let’s talk waves.
Wave 12: The Big Fight
The Colosseum throws 12 waves at you, each meaner than the last. Wave 12 is Sol Heredit, a beefy boss who’ll test your skills. Don’t panic, though; you can handle it. Here’s the scoop:
Wave Breakdown
- Waves 1-11: You’re up against Fremennik Warbanders (Archer, Seer, Berserker), plus nasties like Serpent Shamans, Jaguar Warriors, Javelin Colossi, and Manticores. Each wave adds a modifier that spices things up (or makes you cry).
- Wave 12: Sol Heredit, a multi-style monster with high Defence and killer moves. Prayer switching and dodging are your lifeline.
Key Enemies
- Fremennik Warbanders: Archer hates Melee, Seer hates Ranged, Berserker hates Magic.
- Serpent Shaman: Blasts Magic, so pray Protect from Magic.
- Jaguar Warrior: Hits like a truck three times, pray Melee.
- Javelin Colossus: Chucks javelins that hurt, dodge or pray Ranged.
- Manticore: Switches styles, watch its attacks and pray smart.
Modifiers
You pick a modifier each wave, and it sticks. For newbies, skip these:
- Doom: Too many hits = dead. Nope.
- Frailty: Cuts your HP. Hard pass.
- Relentless: Enemies ignore Defence. Ouch.
Go for these instead:
- Bees!: Annoying but you can dodge.
- Volatility: Enemies explode when they die, just stay back.
Beating Sol Heredit
Sol’s the final hurdle, but you can take him down. Here’s the plan:
- Prayer Flicking: He uses Melee (claw swipe), Ranged (javelin toss), and Magic (energy blast). Watch his moves and flick prayers fast.
- Dodge His Specials: Use the “Hover Trick” (chill near pillars to avoid solar flares) or “L-Run” (sprint in an L-shape to dodge targeted attacks).
- Deal Damage: Smack him with your Abyssal Whip or snipe with a Rune Crossbow. Thralls add extra DPS if you’ve got ‘em.
- Supplies: Sip Super Combats for a boost, munch Sharks below 50 HP, and chug Prayer Potions under 20 Prayer.
First time? You might die. That’s fine! Each try makes you sharper. Keep practicing, and you’ll be a Wave 12 champ in no time.
Cash Money Breakdown
How much GP are we talking? Here’s the loot table:
| Item | GE Value | Drop Chance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dizana’s Quiver | 2M GP | Guaranteed | Trade for 4,000 Sunfire Splinters. |
| Sunfire Splinters | 124 GP each | Common | ~5,000 per run, ~600k total. |
| Sunfire Fanatic Armour | 200k-400k | Rare | Helm, Cuirass, or Chausses. |
| Tonalztics of Ralos | 1.4M GP | Super Rare | Jackpot, but don’t count on it. |
- Profit: Pros clear 2.5 runs/hour for 13.3M GP. Newbies can do 1-2 runs for 2-5M GP/hour.
- Costs: ~300k-500k per run for supplies (potions, food, runes). Still a fat profit.
- Glory System: Earn points per wave for bank access and cool cosmetics. More Glory, more swagger.
Why’s this awesome for new players? Even partial runs drop loot, and Wave 12’s Quiver is a guaranteed cash cow.
Pro Tips for Newbies
Wanna crush it? Here’s some wisdom from a seasoned PvMer:
- Start Small: Practice Waves 1-5 to learn enemy patterns. Less stress, still loot.
- RuneLite Is King: Use plugins like NPC Tagging or Prayer Helper. Total game-changer.
- Watch Videos: TheEdB0ys on YouTube has killer budget guides. Steal their strats.
- Pick Easy Modifiers: Bees! is a pain but manageable. Avoid Doom like the plague.
- Stay Chill: Sol’s scary, but don’t freak out. Focus on prayers and you’re golden.
- Check GE: Splinters and Armour prices swing. Sell when they’re high.
Got a tip of your own? Spill it below!
Don’t Do These
Newbies mess up, it happens. Avoid these goofs:
- Sloppy Prayer Flicks: Miss a switch, and Sol or Manticores will smack you. Practice early waves.
- Skimping Supplies: Bring enough food and pots. Don’t die ‘cause you got stingy.
- Bad Modifiers: Doom or Frailty will wreck you. Read before you pick.
- Running Wild: Use pillars to dodge Sol’s attacks. Sprinting aimlessly = death.
Why It’s Worth Your Time
The Colosseum isn’t just about GP (though that’s nice). It’s a crash course in PvM. You’ll master prayer flicking, dodging, and staying cool under pressure. The loot’s steady, and Glory points add a fun grind. For new players, it’s a way to bankroll big buys like a Dragon Warhammer or Armadyl Crossbow without needing max stats. What’s better than that?
Wrap-Up
Fortis Colosseum Wave 12 is a goldmine for new OSRS players in 2025. With 2-5M GP/hour on budget gear, it’s a low-barrier, high-reward way to get rich while learning PvM. Train to 80s, grab some Rune gear, and practice those flicks. The Colosseum’s tough, but the loot’s worth it. You tried it yet? What’s your favorite money-maker? Drop a comment, let’s talk shop!
