Perks of Lunar Spellbook in OSRS – Unlock Utility and Support Magic

In Old School RuneScape (OSRS), the Lunar Spellbook stands out as a unique and versatile tool for players seeking utility, skilling efficiency, and combat support. Unlocked after completing the Lunar Diplomacy quest, this spellbook is tailored for non-combat and support roles, making it a favorite for players who value strategy and efficiency. With additional spells unlocked via the Dream Mentor quest, the Lunar Spellbook offers a wide range of benefits that enhance gameplay across various activities. This blog post explores the key perks of the Lunar Spellbook, highlighting its utility spells, combat support, and skilling advantages, all while providing actionable insights for players.

To access the Lunar Spellbook, players must complete the Lunar Diplomacy quest, which requires 65 Magic, 40 Defence, and other skill prerequisites. Switching to the Lunar Spellbook is done by praying at the Astral Altar on Lunar Isle or, for convenience, at a player-owned house (POH) lunar altar (requires 80 Construction or 75 with a +5 spicy stew boost). Astral runes, crafted at the Astral Altar, are the backbone of most Lunar spells, making Runecrafting a valuable skill for users of this spellbook.

Quest Requirements and Preparation

Completing Lunar Diplomacy grants access to the core Lunar Spellbook, while Dream Mentor unlocks advanced spells like Spellbook Swap and Vengeance. Players should prepare by:

• Training Magic to 65 for Lunar Diplomacy and 96 for advanced spells like Spellbook Swap.
• Stocking up on astral, law, and elemental runes for casting.
• Bringing a teleport method (e.g., Moonclan teleport tablet) to leave Lunar Isle after switching spellbooks.

POH Lunar Altar for Easy Access

Building a lunar altar in your POH eliminates the need to travel to Lunar Isle. This requires 80 Construction, but a +5 spicy stew boost can lower it to 75. The altar allows seamless switching between the Lunar and Standard spellbooks, saving time for players who frequently alternate.

Utility Spells for Skilling Efficiency

The Lunar Spellbook shines in its ability to streamline skilling tasks, reducing the need for inventory space and manual effort. These spells are particularly useful for Farming, Cooking, Crafting, and other non-combat skills, making them a go-to for efficiency-focused players.

Bake Pie: Effortless Cooking

The Bake Pie spell (65 Magic) automatically cooks pies in your inventory without burning them, provided you meet the Cooking level requirement. This spell is ideal for:

• Completing the elite Varrock Diary task (baking a summer pie).
• Training Cooking efficiently while earning experience without waste.

Each cast consumes one set of runes per pie, making it a convenient alternative to traditional cooking methods.

Geomancy: Farming Made Simple

Geomancy (65 Magic) provides a detailed interface showing the status of all farming patches across Gielinor (excluding quest-specific patches). It displays crop type, growth stage, and compost progress, saving players from manually checking each patch. This spell is a game-changer for farm runs, especially for players managing multiple patches.

Tan Leather and Superglass Make: Crafting Boosts

Tan Leather (78 Magic) tans up to five hides per cast, speeding up the leatherworking process for Crafting experience. Superglass Make (77 Magic) converts buckets of sand and soda ash into molten glass instantly, ideal for training Crafting or making glass items. Both spells offer profitable Magic training methods, with Superglass Make often yielding 850k GP per hour when combined with plank make and tan leather.

Combat Support Spells for Team Play

While the Lunar Spellbook lacks direct offensive spells (except Polypore Strike, shared across spellbooks), it excels in combat support, making it invaluable for group bossing and PvP scenarios.

Vengeance and Vengeance Other: Damage Reflection

Vengeance (94 Magic) and Vengeance Other (93 Magic) are standout spells that reflect up to 75% of incoming damage back to the attacker. These spells are highly sought-after in:

• PvP: Reflecting damage in the Wilderness or Duel Arena.
• PvM: Enhancing survivability against hard-hitting bosses like Kril Tsutsaroth.

Vengeance is used so frequently that many players switch to the Lunar Spellbook solely for this spell.

Heal Group and Cure Group: Team Support

Heal Group (95 Magic) transfers up to 75% of the caster’s hitpoints to nearby players, while Cure Group (74 Magic) cures poison for all players within one square. These spells are niche but shine in group bossing scenarios like God Wars Dungeon, where a dedicated support mage can keep the team alive.

Boost Potion Share: Buffing Allies

Boost Potion Share (87 Magic) distributes the effects of a stat-boosting potion to nearby players, reducing the need for individual potions. This is particularly useful in group PvM, where sharing a super combat potion can save inventory space and costs.

Teleportation and Mobility

The Lunar Spellbook includes several teleportation spells that enhance mobility, especially for skilling and clue scroll activities. These spells reduce reliance on other teleport methods, saving inventory space.

Moonclan Teleport and Tele-group Moonclan

Moonclan Teleport (69 Magic) and Tele-group Moonclan (70 Magic) transport players to Lunar Isle, near the Astral Altar. These are useful for switching spellbooks or accessing the island’s bank. Tele-group Moonclan can teleport multiple players, making it a team-friendly option.

Other Teleport Spells

Spells like Waterbirth Island Teleport (72 Magic) and Barbarian Teleport (75 Magic) provide quick access to specific locations, ideal for clue scrolls or skilling tasks. These teleports are less commonly used than Standard spellbook teleports, but their niche applications make them valuable for specific routes.

Advanced Utility with Spellbook Swap

The Spellbook Swap spell (96 Magic, requires Dream Mentor) is a game-changer, allowing players to cast one spell from another spellbook (Standard, Ancient, or Arceuus) before reverting to Lunar. This spell offers unparalleled flexibility, combining Lunar’s utility with other spellbooks’ strengths.

Applications of Spellbook Swap

Spellbook Swap is commonly used for:

• Farming Runs: Casting teleports like Varrock Teleport from the Standard spellbook while retaining Lunar’s Geomancy.
• Bossing: Using Ancient Magicks’ Ice Barrage for crowd control alongside Lunar’s Vengeance.
• Treasure Trails: Accessing Standard spellbook teleports for clue scroll steps.

The spell requires 96 Magic and consumes astral, cosmic, and law runes, but its versatility justifies the cost for high-level players.

Cost and Efficiency

While Lunar spells are rune-intensive, their efficiency often outweighs the cost. The table below compares the rune costs and benefits of key Lunar spells:

Spell	Magic Level	Rune Cost	Primary Benefit
Bake Pie	65	1 Astral, 5 Fire, 4 Water	Auto-cooks pies without burning
Vengeance	94	4 Astral, 2 Death, 10 Earth	Reflects 75% damage
Spellbook Swap	96	3 Astral, 2 Cosmic, 1 Law	Cast one spell from another spellbook
Geomancy	65	3 Astral, 8 Nature, 8 Earth	Monitors all farming patches

Key Takeaways: The Lunar Spellbook is a must-have for players who prioritize utility, skilling, and team support. Its spells like Vengeance, Geomancy, and Spellbook Swap offer unmatched flexibility, while teleports and skilling spells streamline tasks. Whether you’re a PvM enthusiast, a skiller, or a clue hunter, the Lunar Spellbook enhances your OSRS experience. Start with Lunar Diplomacy to unlock this powerful tool and elevate your gameplay today!