Bucket

The Bucket is a versatile item in Old School RuneScape (OSRS), essential for various tasks and activities across the game. It can hold liquids such as water, milk, or even slop, making it an invaluable tool for players engaged in farming, cooking, or crafting. To obtain a Bucket, players can purchase it from general stores or find it as loot in various locations. Its simple design belies its utility, as this item plays a crucial role in numerous quests and everyday tasks.

In addition to its practical uses, the Bucket is often involved in quests that require players to gather ingredients or transport liquids. For instance, players might need to fill their Bucket with water to water crops or use it to carry milk when assisting a dairy farmer. Understanding how to effectively use the Bucket can enhance a player’s efficiency in completing tasks and progressing through the game. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a newcomer, the Bucket is an item worth keeping in your inventory.

Released	18 March 2001 (Launch)
Members	Yes
Quest item	No
Properties
Tradeable	No
Equipable	No
Stackable	No
Noteable	No
Options	Fill, Drop
Examine	A simple bucket used for carrying liquids.
Values
Value	1 coin
High alch	0 coins
Low alch	0 coins
Weight	0.5 kg

Overview of the Bucket

The Bucket is a versatile item in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) that serves multiple purposes across various skills and activities. It is a simple, yet essential tool for players, primarily used for carrying liquids. Buckets can be utilized in quests, skill training, and even certain minigames. Its low cost and ease of obtainment make it a staple in many players’ inventories.

How to Obtain a Bucket

Players can acquire a Bucket in several ways:

Purchase from various general stores, such as the one in Lumbridge, for 2 coins.
Looted from certain chests or found in various locations across Gielinor.
Obtained as a drop from some low-level creatures, enhancing the accessibility for new players.

Uses of the Bucket

The Bucket is primarily used for carrying water, but its utility extends beyond just that. Here’s a detailed look at its various uses:

Use	Description
Watering Plants	Used in Farming to water crops, ensuring they grow properly.
Filling with Water	Can be filled with water from ponds, wells, or other water sources.
Filling with Ashes	A Bucket can hold burnt ashes, which can be used in certain quests and tasks.
Cooking	Used in the Cooking skill to fill with water for certain recipes.
Quests	Required for various quests such as “The Giant Dwarf” and “The Dig Site.”

Bucket in Farming

In the Farming skill, the Bucket plays a crucial role by allowing players to water their crops. Without adequate watering, crops may not grow efficiently or could die. Here’s how to use the Bucket in Farming:

Fill the Bucket with water at a nearby water source.
Approach your crops and select the watering option to ensure they are properly nourished.
Regularly check on your crops and repeat the process as necessary.

Watering crops regularly increases their growth rate, making it an essential task for aspiring Farmers.

Bucket in Quests

Several quests in OSRS require players to use a Bucket, showcasing its importance in the game. Some notable quests include:

The Giant Dwarf: A Bucket is needed to complete the quest by helping to fill a barrel with water.
The Dig Site: Players must use a Bucket to collect water to help excavate the area.
Animal Magnetism: Utilized for filling with water to help with the quest’s progression.

These quests not only highlight the Bucket’s usefulness but also encourage players to keep one on hand during their adventuring.

Bucket in Cooking

The Bucket can also be utilized in the Cooking skill, specifically for certain recipes that require water. For example:

To make Stew: A Bucket filled with water is necessary.
To create Soup: Similar to Stew, water is a key ingredient.

Players should ensure they have a Bucket in their inventory when attempting to cook these food items, as it significantly affects efficiency and success.

Bucket and Farming Contracts

With the introduction of Farming Contracts, Buckets have gained even more relevance. Players may need to fill Buckets with water to complete contract objectives, adding a layer of complexity to Farming:

Completing contracts efficiently can yield valuable rewards, including seeds and farming experience.
Utilizing a Bucket correctly can lead to faster task completions, contributing to overall Farming goals.

Bucket and Ashes

Another unique usage of the Bucket is to hold ashes. Players can burn items using a fire, which results in ashes that can be collected using a Bucket:

Ashes can be used in certain quests or for Farming to create Supercompost.
This aspect of the Bucket allows players to manage their resources efficiently and is a useful tool for both Farming and Crafting.