Song of the Elves OSRS Ultimate Guide

Song of the Elves OSRS Ultimate Guide

Welcome to the ultimate guide for Song of the Elves, the grandmaster quest in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) that concludes the epic Elf quest series. Released on July 25, 2019, this quest unlocks the majestic elven city of Prifddinas and offers players a thrilling narrative, challenging puzzles, and rewarding content. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or preparing for this quest, this blog post covers everything you need to know, from requirements to rewards, tips, and post-quest opportunities.

The Song of the Elves is the final chapter in the Elf quest series, which began with Plague City in 2002. This grandmaster quest, announced at RuneFest 2018, follows the events of Mourning’s End Part II and tasks players with joining rebel elves to expose the hoax of the plague and overthrow Lord Iorwerth and King Lathas. The quest is renowned for its complex storyline, intricate puzzles, and access to Prifddinas, a hub of new activities and rewards.

Why Song of the Elves Matters

Completing Song of the Elves grants access to Prifddinas, a crystal city untouched on the OSRS map since 2004. The quest also introduces unique PvM challenges like The Gauntlet and Zalcano, alongside crystal equipment and divine potions. Its rich lore, centered around the goddess Seren and the elven clans, makes it a milestone for lore enthusiasts.

Quest Length and Difficulty

With a guide, Song of the Elves takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes to complete, but without one, it can exceed 4 hours due to backtracking and puzzle complexity. It’s not the hardest OSRS quest—Mourning’s End Part II or Sins of the Father are often considered tougher—but its grandmaster ranking and prerequisites demand preparation.

Quest Requirements and Preparation

Before embarking on Song of the Elves, players must meet strict skill and quest requirements. Below is a detailed breakdown to ensure you’re ready.

Skill Requirements

You need at least level 70 (unboosted) in the following skills:

Recommended skills include high combat stats (80+ Attack, Strength, Defence, and Hitpoints) and 43+ Prayer for protection prayers to ease battles.

Quest Prerequisites

Song of the Elves requires completion of the entire Elf quest series and additional quests. The full list includes:

Quest Notes
Plague City Starts the Elf quest series
Biohazard Continues the plague investigation
Underground Pass Introduces the elven lands
Regicide Deepens the conflict with King Tyras
Roving Elves Focuses on elven artifacts
Mourning’s End Part I Explores Lletya and the Iorwerth clan
Mourning’s End Part II Features the challenging Temple of Light
Waterfall Quest Provides Baxtorian lore
Big Chompy Bird Hunting Required for Regicide
Sheep Herder Linked to Mourning’s End
Making History Unlocks additional lore
Priest in Peril Needed for Making History
The Restless Ghost Prerequisite for Priest in Peril

Recommended Items

Prepare these items to streamline the quest:

  • Combat gear: High-tier armor and weapons (e.g., Rune or Dragon)
  • Food and potions: Sharks, super restores, and antidote++
  • Teleportation: Teleport crystal, Iorwerth camp teleport, West Ardougne teleport
  • Puzzle items: Steel full helm, platebody, platelegs, red dye, purple dye, silk, rope, pickaxe, hammer, runite bar
  • Gold: For chartering ships or replacing items

Tip: Disable your account authenticator and temporarily change your password if using a service like RPGStash for quest completion to avoid lockouts.

Step-by-Step Quest Walkthrough

This section provides a non-spoiler overview of the quest’s key stages to help you navigate without ruining the story. For detailed puzzle solutions, consult the OSRS Wiki.

Starting the Quest

Begin by speaking to Edmond in his home in East Ardougne, north of the Flying Horse Inn. He’ll inform you that his daughter Elena is spreading rumors about the plague, leading to her arrest. This sets the stage for unraveling King Lathas’ deception.

Key Quest Stages

  1. Investigating the Plague: Meet with Ysgawyn and Elena to learn about the elven resistance and the plague hoax.
  2. Waterfall Dungeon Exploration: Travel with Arianwyn to Baxtorian Falls, bringing a rope and solving a puzzle using the Ode to Eternity book.
  3. Gathering Elven Leaders: Locate and recruit elven clan leaders like Lady Trahaearn and Lord Amlodd across Tirannwn.
  4. Grand Library Puzzles: Solve light-based mirror puzzles in Prifddinas’ Grand Library to uncover Seren’s memories and the Song of Creation.
  5. Final Battles: Confront Lord Iorwerth’s forces and the Fragment of Seren, requiring strong combat skills and preparation.

Warning: The final boss fight against the Fragment of Seren is tough. Ensure you have ample food, potions, and protection prayers. An elven rebel retrieves items after death, but finding them can be tricky, as noted in a Reddit post where a player lost 100M in items due to unclear NPC locations.

Rewards and Post-Quest Content

Completing Song of the Elves unlocks a wealth of rewards and new gameplay opportunities, making it a must-do for OSRS players.

Quest Rewards

Upon completion, you receive:

  • Access to Prifddinas: The elven city with unique shops, NPCs, and activities.
  • Experience: 20,000 XP in Agility, Construction, Farming, Herblore, Hunter, Mining, Smithing, and Woodcutting.
  • Teleport Crystal: For quick travel to Lletya and Prifddinas.

Post-Quest Activities

Prifddinas offers a variety of activities, including:

  • The Gauntlet: A timed PvM challenge with randomly generated rooms, culminating in a fight against the crystalline Hunllef. Rewards include crystal armor and the Blade of Saeldor.
  • Zalcano: A skilling boss requiring Mining, Smithing, and Runecraft. Drops crystal shards and valuable loot.
  • Crystal Equipment: Craftable weapons and armor, such as the crystal pickaxe and halberd, using crystal shards.
  • Agility Course: A high-XP training spot in Prifddinas.
  • Trahaearn Mine: A new mining location for resources.
  • Divine Potions: Enhanced potions crafted with crystal dust.

Note: Crystal shards, obtained from skilling or PvM, are essential for crafting untradeable crystal items, adding a unique progression system to Prifddinas.

Tips for Success and Common Pitfalls

To ensure a smooth experience, follow these tips and avoid common mistakes.

Top Tips for Song of the Elves

  • Use a Guide for Puzzles: The Grand Library’s mirror puzzles are complex. Refer to the OSRS Wiki for step-by-step solutions.
  • Stock Up on Supplies: Bring extra food and potions for the final battles, as backtracking can be costly.
  • Save Teleports: Keep teleport crystals and Iorwerth camp teleports handy to navigate Tirannwn efficiently.
  • Check NPC Locations: After dying in the final fight, locate the elven rebel near the Underground Pass bypass to recover items.

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

  • Underestimating Combat: The Fragment of Seren hits hard. Use protection prayers and high-tier gear.
  • Ignoring Prerequisites: Ensure all quests and skills are complete before starting to avoid delays.
  • Rushing Puzzles: Take your time with the Grand Library puzzles to avoid frustration.
  • Teleport Traps: Avoid accepting Baxtorian’s teleport in the final stage without regearing, as it may send you back to the boss unprepared, as reported by a Reddit user.

With preparation and patience, Song of the Elves is a rewarding journey that opens up some of OSRS’s best content. Dive into the elven lands, uncover Seren’s secrets, and claim your place in Prifddinas!