OSRS Magic Training Guide 2025: Blast Your Way to 99

Magic in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) is like wielding a wizard’s wand—you can nuke enemies, teleport across Gielinor, or turn trash into treasure. It’s a must-have for PvE, PvP, and even skilling, tying into stuff like Herblore and Crafting. Whether you’re a newbie tossing Wind Strikes or a pro spamming Ice Barrage, this 2025 guide’s got the best methods, gear, and new tricks to hit 99 Magic while making bank. I’ve spent years alching yew longbows and barraging in the Nightmare Zone—trust me, the grind’s worth it. Let’s cast some spells and level up!

Understanding Magic Spells

Magic’s all about casting spells to fight, skill, or get around. Each spell needs runes, a certain Magic level, and sometimes a specific spellbook. Here’s the 2025 breakdown to get you started.

Types of Magic Spells

OSRS spells fall into three main categories:

Combat Spells: For blasting baddies.
- Elemental Spells: Fire, Water, Air, Earth—like Fire Blast or Wind Strike. Great for PvE.
- Enchanting Spells: Boost items, like Enchant Crossbow Bolt for juiced-up bolts.
- High Alchemy: Turns items into GP, perfect for profit and XP.
Support Spells: Utility vibes.
- Teleportation: Zip to Varrock or your POH. Saves time!
- Healing: Bones to Peaches keeps you alive in tough fights.
Skilling Spells: Help with other skills.
- Superheat Item: Smelts ores without a furnace, boosting Smithing.
- Magic Imbue: Crafts runes without talismans, great for Runecrafting.

How to Use Magic Effectively

Here’s how to sling spells like a pro:

Pick the Right Spot: Train at Stronghold of Security for low levels or Nightmare Zone for high XP.
Gear Up: Use gear like the Occult Necklace to boost damage.
Stock Runes: Buy runes from the Grand Exchange or craft ‘em via Runecrafting.
Mix Spells: Combine combat and skilling spells for max efficiency.
Quests: Do Desert Treasure for Ancient Magicks—game-changer!

I learned the hard way casting Fire Bolt without a Staff of Fire—burned through so many runes. Don’t be me!

Experience Gains and Levels

Magic XP comes from casting spells, with each spell giving a set amount based on its type and level. Combat spells also give XP based on damage dealt. Here’s how it works in 2025.

Spell Casting XP

Spell	Magic Level	Runes	Base XP	Notes
Wind Strike	1	1 Air, 1 Mind	5.5	Starter combat spell.
Fire Bolt	35	4 Fire, 3 Air, 1 Chaos	22.5	Great mid-level spell.
High Alchemy	55	1 Nature, 5 Fire	65	Profit + XP.
Ice Barrage	94	6 Water, 2 Blood, 4 Death	52	Endgame PvP/PvE spell.
Varrock Teleport	25	1 Law, 3 Air, 1 Fire	35	Fast travel, decent XP.
Crystal Surge	80	3 Crystal, 5 Air	60	New 2025 spell, Prifddinas only.

Combat spells also give 2 XP per 10 damage dealt, plus 1.33 HP XP per 10 damage.

Leveling Up

Higher levels unlock better spells and boost your damage. Here’s a quick XP table:

Level	XP Required
1	0
25	3,364
50	101,333
75	1,210,421
99	13,034,431

Combat Training Techniques

Magic shines in combat, whether you’re PvE grinding or PvP flexing. Here’s how to train like a boss:

Low Levels (1-35)

Start at Stronghold of Security with Wind Strike or Fire Strike on goblins. 10-30k XP per hour. Cheap and safe. I used to blast rats here while dreaming of Fire Wave.

Mid Levels (35-70)

Switch to Fire Bolt or Fire Blast at Experiments or Lesser Demons in Karamja. 50-100k XP per hour. Use a Staff of Fire to save runes. Safe spots are your friend!

High Levels (70-99)

Head to Nightmare Zone with Fire Wave or Ice Barrage. 150-250k XP per hour. Absorb potions make it AFK-friendly. I got 80-99 here—felt like a wizard god!

New in 2025: Crystal Surge

Unlocked via Song of the Elves, Crystal Surge is a new spell dealing AOE damage in Prifddinas’ Gauntlet. 200-300k XP per hour with crystal runes from Zalcano.

Non-Combat Related Magic Skills

Magic’s not just for fighting—it’s a skiller’s dream too. Here’s the non-combat scoop:

Teleportation

Zipping around Gielinor saves time and gives XP.

Spells: Varrock Teleport (35 XP), Camelot Teleport (55.5 XP).
Runes: Law, Air, Fire—stock up at the GE.
Tip: Spam teleports while skilling for passive XP. I teleported to Lumbridge like 100 times while fletching!

Alchemy

Turn junk into GP with Low/High Alchemy.

Low Alchemy: Level 21, 31 XP, 60% GE value. Meh for profit.
High Alchemy: Level 55, 65 XP, 120% GE value. Alch yew longbows or rune items for bank.
Tip: Check GE prices to avoid losses. I alched 1,000 rune daggers for 2 mil profit—sweet!

Enchantment

Juice up jewelry and bolts for XP and profit.

Jewelry: Enchant Amulet of Glory (37 XP) or Ring of Wealth (59 XP).
Bolts: Enchant Crossbow Bolt (e.g., Ruby Bolts) for PvP demand.
Tip: Use a Staff of Fire to save runes on enchant spells.

Rune Requirements and Efficiency

Runes are the lifeblood of Magic—manage ‘em wisely to save GP and max XP.

Rune Requirements

Spell	Runes	Cost (GE, 2025)
Fire Bolt	4 Fire, 3 Air, 1 Chaos	~200 GP/cast
High Alchemy	1 Nature, 5 Fire	~150 GP/cast
Ice Barrage	6 Water, 2 Blood, 4 Death	~2,000 GP/cast
Varrock Teleport	1 Law, 3 Air, 1 Fire	~300 GP/cast
Crystal Surge	3 Crystal, 5 Air	~500 GP/cast

Efficiency Tips

Use Staves: Staff of Fire or Water saves runes.
Craft Runes: Runecrafting cuts costs.
Check GE: Buy runes when prices dip.
Alch for Profit: High Alchemy offsets rune costs.

Enchanting Items for Profit

Enchanting’s a goldmine if you play the market right. Here’s how to make bank in 2025:

Jewelry: Amulet of Glory (4-6 teleports, ~20k profit each) or Ring of Wealth (~10k profit).
Bolts: Ruby Bolts (e) or Diamond Bolts (e)—PvP players love ‘em. 10-50% profit margins.
Method: Buy unenchanted items cheap, enchant, sell high. Check GE prices daily.
Tip: Use Explorer’s Ring for free Low Alchemy casts. I made 5 mil enchanting glories last month!

Magic Gear and Equipment

Gear makes or breaks your Magic grind. Here’s the 2025 must-haves:

Staves:
- Staff of Fire: Free fire runes, great for Fire Bolt.
- Ancient Staff: For Ancient Magicks, post-Desert Treasure.
- Harmonised Staff: New in 2025, boosts spell speed in Prifddinas.
Armor:
- Wizard Robes: Cheap, low-level boost.
- Ahrim’s Robes: High Magic bonus, PvE king.
- Ancestral Robes: Endgame gear, max damage.
Jewelry:
- Occult Necklace: +10% Magic damage.
- Seers Ring: Boosts Magic accuracy.
Potions: Magic Potion (+4 Magic boost), new 2025 Crystal Elixir (+6 boost, Prifddinas).

Using Magic in Minigames

Magic’s a game-changer in minigames. Here’s where to shine:

Castle Wars: Use Flames of Zamorak to nuke flag carriers. Teleblock stops runners.
Pest Control: Ice Barrage freezes portals, saving your team. 50-100k XP per hour.
Fight Caves: Fire Surge for Jad, Protect from Magic to survive. My first fire cape was a sweat-fest!
Soul Wars: Curse spells weaken enemies, Ice Barrage controls crowds.
Barrows: Air Surge melts brothers with low Magic defense.

Advanced Magic Training Methods

Ready to crank up the XP? Here’s the 2025 meta:

High Alchemy: 65 XP per cast, 80-120k XP per hour. Alch yew longbows or rune items for profit.
Nightmare Zone: Ice Barrage or Fire Wave with absorbs. 200-350k XP per hour, AFK-friendly.
Magic Training Arena: 50-150k XP per hour, plus rewards like Infinity Boots. Grind Enchantment Room for bolts.
Ancient Magicks: Barrage in multi-combat zones like God Wars. 300-400k XP per hour, pricey but fast.
New in 2025: Crystal Surge: AOE spell in Prifddinas’ Gauntlet. 250-350k XP per hour, crystal runes needed.
New in 2025: Arcane Trials: Minigame in Wizard’s Tower, 100-200k XP per hour, rewards new Arcane Wand.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Don’t mess up your grind—here’s what to dodge:

Wasting Runes: Use staves to save on fire/water runes.
Ignoring Gear: Noob robes at 70+? Get Ahrim’s!
Bad Alch Choices: Check GE to avoid alching at a loss.
Skipping Quests: Desert Treasure unlocks Ancient Magicks—do it!
Not Using Events: Arcane Trials in 2025 give free XP. Don’t sleep on ‘em!

Why Magic Rules in 2025

Magic’s the ultimate flex—blast bosses, teleport like a pro, or alch your way to riches. With new spells like Crystal Surge and minigames like Arcane Trials, 2025’s the year to grind Magic. Grab your staff, stock those runes, and let’s make Gielinor sparkle! Happy casting, and may your barrages always hit!