Fastest 99 Magic OSRS Guide

Reaching level 99 Magic in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) is a significant milestone that unlocks powerful spells, teleports, and utility options for combat, skilling, and PvP. Magic is one of the fastest skills to train, with methods offering over 500,000 XP per hour, but it can be expensive and repetitive. This guide covers the fastest pathways to 99 Magic, including quests, gear, and training methods, optimized for both pay-to-play (P2P) and free-to-play (F2P) players. Whether you’re a main, ironman, or budget-conscious adventurer, you’ll find strategies to maximize XP rates and minimize costs.

Magic is a versatile skill in OSRS, essential for combat, teleportation, and utility tasks. Here’s why it’s worth the grind:

• Combat Power: High-level spells like Ice Barrage and Fire Surge dominate PvP and PvM, with bosses like Kraken and Zulrah being weak to Magic.
• Teleports: Spells like Camelot Teleport and Watchtower Teleport save time traveling across Gielinor.
• Utility Spells: High-Level Alchemy and jewelry enchanting offer profit while training.
• Quest Requirements: 18 quests, including Legends’ Quest and Dragon Slayer II, require Magic levels up to 96.
• Magic Skillcape: At 99, the Magic Skillcape allows five daily spellbook swaps, a handy perk for versatile gameplay.

Early Magic Training (Levels 1–55)

The early levels of Magic are best tackled with quests and low-cost methods to build a foundation before diving into high-XP strategies.

Questing for Quick XP

Completing specific quests can boost you to level 10–30 quickly, saving time and resources. These quests are beginner-friendly and have minimal requirements:

Quest	Magic XP	Requirements	Membership
Witch’s Potion	325	None	F2P
Imp Catcher	875	None	F2P
Fairy Tale I – Growing Pains	1,000	Low combat skills	P2P
The Grand Tree	2,150	25 Agility	P2P

Completing Witch’s Potion and Imp Catcher in F2P gets you to level 10 in under 30 minutes. P2P players should prioritize Fairy Tale I and The Grand Tree for additional XP.

Splashing (Levels 1–45)

Splashing is an AFK method where you cast combat spells on weak monsters (e.g., goblins or cows) with gear that reduces your Magic bonus to -65 or lower, ensuring spells always fail. You gain XP per cast without killing the monster, making it low-effort. Recommended setup:

• Spell: Fire Strike (13 XP per cast)
• Gear: Cursed goblin staff, iron armor, no Magic bonuses
• Location: Lumbridge goblins or Edgeville Monastery monks

Splashing yields ~20,000–30,000 XP/hour and is ideal for F2P or early-game players. Use an elemental staff (e.g., Staff of Fire) to save runes.

Enchanting Crossbow Bolts (Levels 4–55)

For P2P players with gold to spend, enchanting crossbow bolts is a fast, semi-AFK method. Start with the highest-level enchant spell you can cast (e.g., Opal Bolmediaplayer at level 4, with higher-level spells unlocking as you progress. It’s costly but offers ~100,000–150,000 XP/hour. Setup:

• Spell: Enchant Crossbow Bolt (varies by bolt type)
• Items: Unenchanted bolts (e.g., Opal, Sapphire)
• Runes: Cosmic and other runes per spell

This method is a GP sink, so calculate costs at the Grand Exchange before committing. It’s best for players with significant wealth.

High-Level Alchemy (Levels 55–99)

Unlocked at level 55, High-Level Alchemy (High Alch) is a popular, semi-AFK method that converts items into gold, offering ~65,000–78,000 XP/hour. It’s cost-effective if you alch profitable items like Yew Longbows or Rune items.

How to High Alch Efficiently

To maximize XP and minimize losses:

• Use a Fire Staff: Provides unlimited Fire Runes, reducing costs to one Nature Rune per cast (~200 GP).
• Choose Profitable Items: Yew Longbows, Rune Med Helms, or Onyx Bolts (e) often yield small profits. Check the Grand Exchange Market Watch for margins.
• Optimize Clicking: Place noted items in the inventory slot aligned with the High Alch spell for faster casting (~1,200 casts/hour).

High Alching 197,967 times from level 55 to 99 takes ~165 hours. It’s ideal for casual players who can alch while watching a movie or multitasking.

Bursting for Max XP (Levels 65–99)

Bursting is the fastest Magic training method, offering 200,000–500,000 XP/hour, but it requires completion of Monkey Madness II and Desert Treasure for Ancient Magicks. It involves casting multi-target spells like Ice Burst on Maniacal Monkeys in the MM2 tunnels.

Bursting Setup

To burst efficiently:

• Spell: Ice Burst (24.5 XP per target hit, up to 9 targets)
• Gear: Kodai Wand (unlimited Water Runes), Occult Necklace (+10% Magic damage), Prayer Bonus gear (e.g., Proselyte armor)
• Runes: Death, Chaos, and Water (if not using Kodai)
• Prayers: Protect from Melee and Piety

Lure 9+ Maniacal Monkeys into a cluster, auto-cast Ice Burst, and use prayer potions to sustain. This method is expensive (~1–2M GP/hour) but can achieve 99 in ~30–50 hours.

Alternative Bursting Locations

If MM2 is inaccessible, try:

• Ape Atoll Skeletons: Requires Monkey Madness I, slightly lower XP (~150,000–200,000/hour).
• Greater Nechryaels (Slayer): Combines Magic and Slayer XP, ideal for Slayer tasks.

Additional Tips for Faster Training

Maximize your Magic training with these strategies:

Gear Upgrades

Invest in gear to boost XP rates:

• Occult Necklace: +10% Magic damage, essential for combat training (level 70+).
• Kodai Wand: Unlimited Water Runes and high Magic bonus (level 75+).
• Imbued God Capes: +10 Magic bonus, obtained via Mage Arena.

Runecrafting for Runes

For ironmen or cost-conscious players, Runecrafting can supply runes. Complete Rune Mysteries and use pure essence at altars (e.g., Fire Altar for Fire Runes). High-level Runecrafting (77+) with Lava Runes is profitable and supports Magic training.

Potions and Boosts

Use Magic potions (e.g., Super Magic Potion) to temporarily boost your level, allowing earlier access to spells like Ice Burst. The Vecna Skull offers a +2 to +10 boost but has a 6-minute cooldown.

F2P Pathway

F2P players can reach 99 Magic, though it’s slower (~30,000–50,000 XP/hour). Focus on:

• Splashing: Fire Strike on monks or goblins.
• Combat: Cast highest-level strike/bolt spells on weak monsters (e.g., cows in Lumbridge).
• Teleports: Varrock or Lumbridge Teleport for modest XP.

Conclusion

Achieving 99 Magic in OSRS is a rewarding journey that opens up powerful gameplay options. For the fastest route, combine early questing, splashing, High-Level Alchemy, and bursting, tailored to your budget and playstyle. P2P players can hit 500,000 XP/hour with bursting, while F2P players can steadily progress with splashing and combat. Track costs, optimize gear, and consider Runecrafting for self-sufficiency. With dedication, you’ll be casting Fire Surge and Ice Barrage in no time!