OSRS Desert Treasure Ice Diamond Guide

The Desert Treasure quest in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) is a legendary challenge, revered for its difficulty and rewarding players with the Ancient Magicks spellbook. Among its four diamond challenges, the Ice Diamond section stands out for its icy trials and formidable boss, Kamil. This guide dives deep into securing the Ice Diamond, offering strategies, requirements, and tips to conquer this frosty segment. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a first-time quester, this post will help you navigate the Ice Path and defeat Kamil with confidence.

The Ice Diamond is one of four diamonds required to complete Desert Treasure, obtained by defeating Kamil and freeing the troll parents in the icy wilderness north of Trollheim. This section tests your combat skills, preparation, and endurance in a harsh, cold environment. The journey involves navigating the Ice Path, battling ice trolls and wolves, and facing Kamil, a boss immune to most magic spells.

Quest Context

The Ice Diamond section is part of the broader Desert Treasure quest, where players help free the Mahjarrat Azzanadra from his pyramid prison. The Ice Diamond challenge is often considered one of the tougher segments due to Kamil’s high damage output and the freezing mechanics of the Ice Path.

Why It’s Challenging

The Ice Path’s slippery terrain, combined with aggressive ice trolls and wolves, drains your stats and hitpoints. Kamil’s melee attacks and ability to freeze players make him a formidable foe, especially for those unprepared for the cold or lacking high combat stats.

Requirements and Recommended Stats

Preparation is key to conquering the Ice Diamond. Below are the mandatory and recommended requirements to ensure a smoother experience.

Mandatory Requirements

• Quest Progress: Must have started Desert Treasure and progressed to the Ice Diamond section.
• Items: Spiked boots (obtained during the quest by bringing climbing boots and an iron bar to Dunstan), a sweet (cake, chocolate cake, or chocolate bar), Trollheim Teleport or climbing boots, equipment to kill 5 ice trolls and Kamil.
• Skills: No specific skill levels are required, but high combat stats are strongly advised.

Recommended Stats and Items

For a safer and faster completion, aim for the following:

Category	Recommendation
Combat Stats	70 Magic, 70 Attack, 50 Prayer
Magic Gear	Mystic robes, God cape, Fire Bolt/Fire Blast runes
Prayer	43 Prayer for Protect from Melee
Inventory	Multiple prayer potions, super restores, high-healing food (lobsters or better), emergency teleport (Ectophial or magic tablet)

Note: Kamil is immune to all spells except fire spells on the standard spellbook, so ensure you bring sufficient runes for Fire Bolt or Fire Blast.

Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining the Ice Diamond

Follow these steps to navigate the Ice Path, defeat Kamil, and secure the Ice Diamond.

Reaching the Ice Path

Start by teleporting to Trollheim using a Trollheim Teleport (requires 61 Magic) or travel manually with climbing boots. From Trollheim, head northwest to the Ice Path. Equip spiked boots to avoid slipping on the icy terrain. Be prepared for aggressive ice trolls and wolves that hit hard, so activate Protect from Melee early.

Navigating the Ice Path

The Ice Path is a treacherous area with stat-draining cold and hostile NPCs. Keep these tips in mind:

• Conserve Run Energy: The cold drains your run energy, so bring super energy potions or stamina potions.
• Manage Inventory: Use high-healing food to counter damage from NPCs. Super restores counter the stat drain from the cold.
• Stay Alert: Ice trolls and wolves can swarm, so clear them methodically while moving forward.

Preparing for Kamil

Before facing Kamil, ensure your inventory is stocked with prayer potions, food, and fire spell runes. Equip magic-defensive gear like mystic robes and activate Protect from Melee. If using melee, bring a strong weapon like a dragon scimitar, but magic is preferred due to Kamil’s weaknesses.

Defeating Kamil

Kamil is the boss guarding the Ice Diamond. Here’s how to take him down:

• Combat Strategy: Use Fire Bolt or Fire Blast (standard spellbook) as Kamil is immune to other spells. Cast from a distance while using Protect from Melee to mitigate his high-damage melee attacks.
• Freezing Mechanic: Kamil periodically freezes you, halting movement. Break free by clicking rapidly or waiting it out, but keep your hitpoints high.
• Safe Spotting: No reliable safe spots exist, so focus on consistent damage output and prayer management.
• Prayer Management: Sip prayer potions regularly to maintain Protect from Melee. Super restores help if your Prayer is drained by the cold.

Upon defeating Kamil, you’ll receive a message indicating progress. Proceed to the next step.

Freeing the Troll Parents

After defeating Kamil, continue along the Ice Path to find a troll child. Give the child a sweet (cake, chocolate cake, or chocolate bar) to learn about their imprisoned parents. Follow the path to the troll parents’ location, where you’ll need to kill 5 ice trolls to free them. Use the same combat strategy as before, prioritizing Protect from Melee and fire spells. Once freed, the troll parents reward you with the Ice Diamond.

Tips and Tricks for Success

Maximize your chances of success with these expert tips tailored for the Ice Diamond section.

Optimizing Combat

Magic is the most effective combat style against Kamil due to his fire spell vulnerability. If using melee, ensure high Attack and Strength (70+) and bring ice gloves to wield a weapon, as they’re required to avoid penalties when fighting Fareed later in the quest.

Managing Resources

Bring extra prayer potions and super restores, as the cold drains Prayer and other stats rapidly. High-healing food like sharks or monkfish is ideal to sustain through the Ice Path’s NPC gauntlet.

Avoiding Common Mistakes

Common pitfalls include:

• Underestimating Kamil: His melee hits can exceed 30 damage, so never let your hitpoints drop too low.
• Running Out of Supplies: Overpack on food and potions to avoid being stranded.
• Wrong Spellbook: Ensure you’re on the standard spellbook, as Ancient Magicks or Lunar spells won’t work against Kamil.

After Securing the Ice Diamond

With the Ice Diamond in hand, you’re one step closer to completing Desert Treasure. Here’s what to do next.

Banking and Restocking

Use an emergency teleport (Ectophial or magic tablet) to exit the Ice Path safely. Bank the Ice Diamond to avoid losing it to the mysterious Stranger who may ambush you. Restock supplies before tackling the next diamond (Smoke, Blood, or Shadow).

Combining the Diamonds

Once you’ve collected all four diamonds (Ice, Smoke, Blood, Shadow), return to Eblis at the six mirrors in the Kharidian Desert. Travel to the Jaldraocht Pyramid southeast of Eblis, where you’ll place each diamond in its respective obelisk (requires 50 Magic). This unlocks the pyramid and progresses the quest toward its climax.

Rewards and Next Steps

Completing Desert Treasure grants 20,000 Magic XP and access to the Ancient Magicks spellbook, a powerful tool for combat and teleports. The Ice Diamond section alone hones your combat skills and prepares you for the quest’s other challenges.

Final Note: The Ice Diamond section is a test of preparation and perseverance. With the right gear, strategy, and mindset, you’ll conquer Kamil and claim the Ice Diamond. For more OSRS quest guides, check out our other posts or consult the official OSRS Wiki for additional details. Good luck, adventurer!