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OSRS Leagues 5 Pest Control World Guide for Raging Echoes
Old School RuneScape’s Leagues 5: Raging Echoes, launched on November 27, 2024, brought a fresh twist to the game with region-locked challenges, echo bosses, and accelerated progression. Among the many activities, Pest Control stands out as a cooperative minigame that players flock to for rewards like Void Knight equipment and combat experience. However, finding the right Pest Control world in Leagues 5 can be tricky due to the temporary nature of the event and shifting player priorities. This guide dives into everything you need to know about Pest Control in Leagues 5, including world selection, strategies, rewards, and tips to maximize your experience.
Pest Control is a members-only, combat-based minigame where players team up to defend the Void Knight from waves of monsters while destroying four portals that spawn them. In Leagues 5, it’s a popular activity due to the boosted rewards and the need for efficient combat training to tackle tasks and echo bosses. The minigame takes place on the Void Knights’ Outpost, accessible from Port Sarim, and requires a minimum combat level of 40 to join the novice lander.
Why Pest Control Matters in Raging Echoes
Leagues 5 emphasizes rapid progression with a 5x base XP multiplier (up to 32x with relics). Pest Control offers a safe, team-based way to grind combat XP and earn points for Void Knight gear, which is valuable for early-game builds. However, unlike the main game, Leagues 5 disabled direct XP purchases from minigames like Pest Control to encourage exploration, replacing it with a 2x combat XP relic passive. This makes it a strategic choice for players aiming to balance task completion and gear upgrades.
How Leagues 5 Changes Pest Control
The region-locking mechanic means you need to unlock Asgarnia to access Pest Control, as Port Sarim is located there. Once unlocked, the minigame operates similarly to the main game but with faster NPC respawns and boosted rewards tailored to the League’s temporary nature. The lack of a designated Pest Control world in Leagues 5, unlike the main game’s World 344, creates challenges in finding active games.
Finding the Pest Control World in Leagues 5
One of the biggest hurdles in Leagues 5 is locating a world with enough players to run Pest Control efficiently. Without an official world, players rely on community hubs like Reddit and Discord to coordinate.
Community-Designated Worlds
During the early weeks of Leagues 5, players reported activity on worlds like 411 and 400, though no single world has been consistently labeled as “the” Pest Control hub. For example, a Reddit post from November 29, 2024, highlighted players struggling to find active worlds, with some noting World 411 being busy at times. Checking the following can help:
- Reddit (r/2007scape): Search for recent threads about Pest Control worlds.
- OSRS Discord: The #leagues channel often has real-time world callouts.
- In-Game Clan Chats: Join League-focused clans for world updates.
Tips for Finding Active Worlds
Since world activity shifts, here’s how to maximize your chances:
- Hop During Peak Hours: Evenings in US or EU time zones (e.g., 6–10 PM GMT) often see higher player counts.
- Test High-Pop Worlds: Worlds like 301, 308, or 316, used for other minigames, may have spillover activity.
- Use the Minigame Teleport: The Grouping teleport to Pest Control (20-minute cooldown) lets you scout worlds quickly.
Strategies for Success in Pest Control
Pest Control requires teamwork, and Leagues 5’s accelerated pace means you’ll want to optimize every game. Whether you’re a novice or veteran, these strategies will help you win consistently.
Role Breakdown
Each game needs players to fill specific roles to succeed:
- Portal Killers: High-damage players attack portals once their shields drop. Focus on Spinners first, as they heal portals.
- Defenders: Protect the Void Knight by killing pests like Shifters and Brawlers.
- Repairers: Use logs and a hammer to fix barricades, earning Crafting XP and keeping pests at bay.
Combat Tips for Leagues 5
With boosted XP and relics, combat in Pest Control is faster-paced. Consider these tips:
- Leverage Relics: Relics like those boosting damage or resource gathering (e.g., faster log collection) make portal destruction and repairs easier.
- Bring Potions: Super combat potions or ranging potions carry over their boosts within a game, unlike in the main game.
- Target Spinners: Killing Spinners prevents portal healing, speeding up wins. Their explosion on death deals 5 poison damage, so stay alert.
Team Size and Timing
Games start with 5–25 players. In Leagues 5, aim for at least 10 players for faster clears, as smaller teams struggle against portal healing. Games begin instantly with 25 players or after a 2-minute wait with 5+. Busy worlds reduce wait times, but you may need to queue with a priority number if the lander fills up.
Rewards and Their Value in Leagues 5
Pest Control’s rewards are a big draw, especially for players building accounts in Leagues 5’s temporary mode. Here’s what you can earn and why it matters.
Commendation Points
Winning grants points based on the lander:
| Lander | Combat Level | Points per Win |
|---|---|---|
| Novice | 40+ | 3 |
| Intermediate | 70+ | 4 |
| Veteran | 100+ | 5 |
Points cap at 4,000, and you’ll get a warning if a win would waste them. Leagues 5’s faster progression means you’ll hit higher combat levels quickly, making the veteran lander viable sooner.
Void Knight Equipment
Void gear is a top reward, requiring 42 Attack, Strength, Defence, Ranged, Magic, Hitpoints, and 22 Prayer to equip. It’s ideal for hybrid builds in Leagues 5 due to its versatility. Costs include:
In Leagues 5, Void’s damage and accuracy boosts pair well with relics, making it a strong choice for echo boss fights.
Other Rewards
You can also spend points on:
- Experience: Though XP purchases are disabled, the 2x combat XP relic compensates.
- Packs: Herb, mineral, or seed packs (100–150 points) support skilling tasks.
- Gold: Wins grant coins equal to 10x your combat level, useful for early-game supplies.
Tips for Maximizing Pest Control in Leagues 5
To get the most out of Pest Control, plan your approach around Leagues 5’s unique mechanics and time-limited nature.
Prioritize Asgarnia Early
Unlocking Asgarnia (Port Sarim’s region) costs League points, so complete Misthalin and Karamja tasks first. A sample task list for quick points includes:
- Cook a Shrimp: 10 points (Misthalin)
- Chop a Tree: 10 points (Karamja)
- Complete a Novice Pest Control Game: 30 points (Asgarnia)
Stay Active to Earn Rewards
An activity bar tracks your participation. Letting it empty disqualifies you from points, so keep fighting, repairing, or attacking portals. Repairing barricades with logs (doubled with Kandarin headgear) is a low-effort way to stay active while skilling.
Combine with League Tasks
Pest Control ties into tasks like “Complete a Novice Game of Pest Control” (30 points) or “Kill 5 Spinners” (30 points). Stack these with combat training to multitask efficiently. For example, use the novice lander to complete tasks while grinding toward Void gear.
Plan for Echo Bosses
Void gear from Pest Control prepares you for echo bosses, which drop high-value loot and League points. Prioritize the Ranged or Melee helm to boost damage against bosses like those in Kandarin or Varlamore.
Pest Control in OSRS Leagues 5: Raging Echoes is a rewarding way to gear up, train combat, and complete tasks. While finding an active world can be tough without an official designation, community resources and strategic hopping can get you into games. Focus on teamwork, leverage relics, and target Void gear to dominate the League’s challenges. With only eight weeks until January 22, 2025, jump in now to make the most of this temporary mode!