1-99 Herblore OSRS Guide Fast and Budget Methods

Herblore in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) is a buyable skill that allows players to craft potions with a wide range of effects, from boosting combat stats to restoring health or curing poison. While it’s one of the faster skills to train to 99, it can be expensive, making it crucial to choose the right training methods based on your budget and goals. This comprehensive guide covers the fastest and most cost-effective paths to 99 Herblore, including quests, training methods, and money-saving tips, optimized for both free-to-play (F2P) and pay-to-play (P2P) players.

Before diving into training, you need to unlock the Herblore skill by completing the Druidic Ritual quest, which grants 250 Herblore XP and access to the skill. Herblore involves identifying herbs, cleaning them, and combining them with secondary ingredients to make potions. Here’s what you need to know to begin:

Herblore Basics

• Clean Herbs: Unidentified (grimy) herbs must be cleaned to become usable, requiring a specific Herblore level.
• Potion Crafting: Combine a clean herb with a secondary ingredient in a vial of water to create a potion.
• Equipment: You only need vials of water, herbs, and secondary ingredients. No special tools are required.

Useful Quests for Early Herblore XP

Quests are a great way to skip early levels and save time. Completing these quests early provides a head start:

Quest	Herblore XP Reward	Level Requirement
Druidic Ritual	250	None
Jungle Potion	775	3
Recruitment Drive	1,000	3
The Dig Site	2,000	10
Shades of Mort’ton	2,000	15

Completing these quests boosts you to around level 19 Herblore, saving you time and resources.

Fastest Herblore Training Methods (Levels 1-99)

For players aiming to reach 99 as quickly as possible, the fastest methods involve crafting high-XP potions. These methods are costly but efficient, ideal for those with a large budget.

Levels 1-26: Attack and Strength Potions

Start by making Attack Potions (level 1) and Strength Potions (level 12). These are simple and provide decent XP early on:

• Attack Potion: Guam Leaf + Eye of Newt (87.5 XP per potion).
• Strength Potion: Tarromin + Limpwurt Root (100 XP per potion).

Buy ingredients from the Grand Exchange and bank at Varrock or Lumbridge for efficiency.

Levels 26-38: Energy Potions

At level 26, switch to Energy Potions using Harralander and Chocolate Dust (162.5 XP per potion). These are relatively cheap and provide good XP until you unlock Prayer Potions.

Levels 38-55: Prayer Potions

Prayer Potions (Ranarr Weed + Snape Grass, 225 XP per potion) are a staple for fast training. They’re in high demand, so consider selling some to offset costs. Bank at Falador for quick access to the Grand Exchange.

Levels 55-99: Super Combat and Saradomin Brews

From level 55, focus on high-XP potions like Super Combat Potions (level 90, 347.5 XP per potion) or Saradomin Brews (level 81, 405 XP per potion). These are the fastest methods to 99 but require significant investment:

• Super Combat Potion: Requires Super Attack, Super Strength, Super Defence, and Torstol.
• Saradomin Brew: Toadflax + Crushed Bird Nest.

Use the Amulet of Chemistry (chance to make 4-dose potions instead of 3-dose) to save ingredients and boost efficiency.

Budget Herblore Training Methods

If you’re on a tight budget, these methods prioritize affordability while still progressing toward 99. They’re slower but cost significantly less.

Levels 1-19: Questing and Low-Level Potions

Complete the quests listed above to reach level 19. Supplement with Attack Potions or Defence Potions (Marrentill + Bear Fur, 75 XP per potion) if needed.

Levels 19-38: Serum 207

Serum 207 (Tarromin + Ashes, 100 XP per potion) is a budget-friendly option. Ashes are dirt cheap, and you can make these during the Shades of Mort’ton quest for extra XP. Donate excess potions to NPCs in Mort’ton for additional rewards.

Levels 38-55: Prayer Potions (Limited Quantities)

Make Prayer Potions sparingly, as Ranarr Weeds are expensive. Buy small batches from the Grand Exchange and combine with Snape Grass you collect yourself from areas like the Waterbirth Island dungeon.

Levels 55-99: Super Energy and Stamina Potions

Super Energy Potions (Irit Leaf + Unicorn Horn Dust, 262.5 XP per potion) and Stamina Potions (level 77, Super Energy + Amylase Crystal, 306 XP per potion) are cost-effective. Farm Amylase Crystals via the Mining Guild or buy them in bulk for Stamina Potions.

Herblore Money-Saving Tips

Herblore can drain your gold quickly, so use these strategies to reduce costs and even turn a profit:

Farming Your Own Herbs

Train Farming alongside Herblore to grow herbs like Ranarr, Toadflax, or Snapdragon. Use herb patches in Catherby, Ardougne, or the Farming Guild for consistent yields. This cuts costs significantly over time.

Collecting Secondary Ingredients

Gather secondary ingredients yourself to save money:

• Snape Grass: Waterbirth Island or Hosidius farming patches.
• Unicorn Horn Dust: Kill unicorns in Catherby or the Fremennik Province.
• Crushed Bird Nest: Chop trees with a chance of bird nests or use the Woodcutting Guild.

Selling Potions

Some potions, like Prayer Potions or Super Restores, sell for a profit on the Grand Exchange. Check prices before crafting and sell high-demand potions to offset training costs.

Using Herblore Cape Perk

At level 99, the Herblore Cape perk allows you to clean herbs instantly, saving time if you continue making potions for profit or other goals.

Herblore XP Rates and Costs

Here’s a breakdown of XP rates and estimated costs for the fastest and budget methods to help you plan your training:

Method	Levels	XP per Hour	Estimated Cost (GP)
Attack/Strength Potions	1-26	20,000-30,000	100,000-200,000
Prayer Potions	38-55	80,000-100,000	5,000,000-7,000,000
Saradomin Brews	81-99	150,000-180,000	20,000,000-30,000,000
Serum 207 (Budget)	19-38	30,000-40,000	500,000-1,000,000
Stamina Potions (Budget)	77-99	100,000-120,000	10,000,000-15,000,000

Note: Prices fluctuate based on Grand Exchange rates. Check current prices before buying ingredients in bulk.

Reaching 99 Herblore in OSRS is a rewarding achievement, whether you’re chasing the skill cape or crafting potions for profit. By combining quests, efficient training methods, and cost-saving strategies, you can tailor your journey to your budget and playstyle. Start with the Druidic Ritual quest, leverage early quests for XP, and choose between fast or budget methods based on your goals. Happy mixing!