Fishing Training Ironman OSRS Ultimate Guide for 2025

Fishing Training Ironman OSRS Ultimate Guide for 2025

Fishing in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) is a vital skill for Ironman accounts, providing food for combat and supporting Cooking training. For Ironmen, who must be self-sufficient, efficient Fishing strategies are crucial to maximize experience and resources. This guide covers the best methods, quests, and tips for training Fishing from level 1 to 99, tailored specifically for Ironman players. Whether you’re a regular Ironman, Hardcore, or Ultimate, this blog post will help you navigate the skill with ease.

Fishing is a cornerstone skill for Ironmen because it supplies food, which is essential for combat activities like bossing and Slayer. Unlike regular accounts, Ironmen can’t rely on the Grand Exchange, so catching high-healing fish like karambwans or sharks is critical. Additionally, Fishing pairs well with Cooking, allowing you to train both skills simultaneously. For Ultimate Ironmen, who face inventory limitations, Fishing methods like powerfishing are particularly appealing.

Benefits of Fishing for Ironmen

  • Food Supply: Fish like karambwans (healing 18 hitpoints) and sharks are key for PvM.
  • Skill Synergy: Combines with Cooking and provides passive Agility/Strength XP via Barbarian Fishing.
  • Quest Requirements: Many quests, like Swan Song (level 62 Fishing), require Fishing levels.

Early Fishing Training Levels 1-58

The early levels of Fishing for Ironmen focus on quests and low-level methods to quickly reach fly fishing and Barbarian Fishing. Quests provide significant XP boosts, allowing you to skip slow methods like catching shrimps.

Questing for Fast XP

Completing specific quests can propel you to level 27 Fishing with minimal effort. The most notable is Sea Slug, which grants enough XP to reach level 24 alone. Here’s a recommended quest order:

These quests provide a total of 12,424 XP, enough for level 27, letting you skip tedious low-level fishing spots.

Fly Fishing (Levels 20-58)

Once you hit level 20, fly fishing for trout and salmon is the go-to method until level 58. Two locations stand out for Ironmen:

Location Pros Cons
Shilo Village Near a bank, ideal for banking fish for Cooking Requires Shilo Village quest
Barbarian Village Perpetual fire for Cooking, close to Edgeville via Soul Wars teleport Must drop fish if not cooking, no bank nearby

Fly fishing yields 20-25k XP per hour at lower levels, scaling to 30-40k by level 50. Use feathers as bait, obtainable from chickens or Port Sarim’s fishing shop. Cook fish at Barbarian Village’s fire to train Cooking simultaneously.

Barbarian Fishing Levels 58-99

Barbarian Fishing is the fastest and most efficient Fishing method for Ironmen, offering up to 65k XP per hour with tick manipulation. It also provides passive Agility and Strength XP, making it a multi-skill training powerhouse.

Getting Started with Barbarian Fishing

To begin, complete the Barbarian Training miniquest at Otto’s Grotto. You’ll need:

The best spot is the pond next to Otto’s Grotto, accessible via a games necklace or Barbarian Assault teleport.

3-Tick Barbarian Fishing

For maximum efficiency, use 3-tick fishing with tick manipulation. This involves starting a 3-tick cycle (e.g., using a knife on teak logs), dropping fish via shift-drop, and clicking the fishing spot. It requires practice but boosts XP rates significantly:

  • Level 58: ~45k XP/hour.
  • Level 70: ~55k XP/hour.
  • Level 99: ~65k XP/hour.

Without tick manipulation, expect 30-42k XP/hour. Cutting fish provides fish offcuts for bait and minor Cooking XP, reducing feather costs.

Passive Skill Gains

Barbarian Fishing from 58 to 99 can yield approximately level 74 Agility and Strength, saving time on those skills. This makes it ideal for Ironmen aiming to optimize multiple skills early.

Alternative Fishing Methods

While Barbarian Fishing is the meta, other methods suit specific goals, like gathering food or afk training.

Tempoross (Levels 35-99)

Tempoross, a fishing minigame at the Ruins of Unkah, is a solid alternative starting at level 35. It offers:

  • XP Rates: 22k/hour at level 35, scaling to 50k/hour at level 70.
  • Rewards: Noted fish, unenchanted jewelry, planks, and rare items like the Dragon harpoon.
  • Passive Skills: Cooking, Strength, and Construction XP.

Tempoross is less click-intensive than Barbarian Fishing and provides diverse loot, making it great for early-game Ironmen.

Karambwan Fishing (Levels 65-99)

After completing Tai Bwo Wannai Trio, you can fish karambwans, which heal 18 hitpoints and are excellent for PvM. Fish them at the spot near fairy ring DJR:

  • XP Rates: ~30k/hour, slower than Barbarian Fishing.
  • Benefits: AFK-friendly, high-healing food, fast Cooking XP (190 XP per fish).

Use a fish barrel and Brimhaven POH teleport for efficient banking. Karambwans are ideal for stocking up on food before bossing.

Minnow Fishing (Levels 82-99)

At level 82, minnow fishing at the Fishing Guild (requires Fishing Contest and full angler’s outfit) provides stackable minnows exchangeable for noted raw sharks:

  • XP Rates: ~40k/hour with Rada’s blessing (boosts minnows by 2-8% per Kourend diary tier).
  • Drawbacks: Fishing spots move every 15 seconds, and flying fish eat 20 minnows if you don’t switch spots.

Minnows are perfect for Ultimate Ironmen due to their stackable nature and provide a reliable shark supply for bossing.

Tips for Efficient Fishing Training

Maximize your Fishing training with these Ironman-specific tips:

Optimize Inventory Management

  • Powerfishing: Drop fish to maintain a near-empty inventory, especially for Ultimate Ironmen.

  • Fish Barrel: Obtain from Tempoross to increase karambwan banking efficiency.
  • Rada’s Blessing: Boosts minnow rates; prioritize Kourend & Kebos diary tasks.

Gear and Supplies

Stock up on fishing supplies early:

Combine with Cooking

Cook fish at Barbarian Village or Shilo Village to train Cooking alongside Fishing. Use cooking gauntlets (from Family Crest) to reduce burn rates, especially for karambwans and sharks.

Quest and Diary Goals

Prioritize quests and diaries that enhance Fishing:

  • Swan Song: Unlocks monkfish (level 62 Fishing).
  • Kourend & Kebos Diary: Improves minnow rates with Rada’s blessing.
  • Morytania Diary: Elite diary requires level 91 Fishing.

Conclusion

Fishing is a versatile skill for Ironman accounts, offering food, XP, and synergy with other skills. Start with quests to skip early levels, use fly fishing until level 58, then focus on Barbarian Fishing for the fastest XP. Alternatives like Tempoross, karambwan fishing, and minnows provide flexibility based on your goals. With the right setup and strategies, you’ll hit 99 Fishing while building a solid food supply for your Ironman journey. Tight lines, and happy fishing!