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OSRS Revenants Farming with Magic Shortbow Beginner Gold Guide
Alright, let’s talk Revenants. If you’re looking to stack some serious GP in Old School RuneScape without needing maxed stats or a bank full of cash, farming Revenants with a Magic Shortbow is where it’s at. I’ve spent way too many hours dodging PKers in the Wilderness, and let me tell you, the thrill of snagging a fat drop while escaping a clan of skullers is unmatched. Is it risky? Hell yeah. Worth it? You bet, if you play it smart. This guide’s for beginners, so I’m breaking down everything you need to start raking in 2-4M GP per hour with a budget setup. Let’s get to it!
Why Bother with Revenants?
Why risk the Wilderness for Revenants? Simple: their drop table is stacked. We’re talking Wilderness Weapons, Ancient Artefacts, and piles of noted resources that sell fast. I once snagged a Craw’s Bow worth 15M and nearly spilled my coffee from the adrenaline. Even without rare drops, you’re looking at steady cash from Runes and Blighted Supplies. But the Wilderness means PKers, so you gotta be sharp. Here’s why Revenants are a goldmine:
- Insane Loot: From Ancient Emblems to Viggora’s Chainmace, the drops can change your bank.
- Low Entry Barrier: You only need 50 Ranged to start, though 70+ makes it smoother.
- Fast Kills: Revenants respawn quick, so you’re always fighting.
- Pick Your Fight: Imps to dragons, choose what matches your combat level.
Ready to dive in? Let’s set you up.
What You Need: Skills and Gear
Skills to Have
You don’t need to be a 99 Ranged god to farm Revenants, but some stats help. Here’s what I’d recommend:
- Ranged: 50+ to wield the Magic Shortbow. Aim for 70+ for better hits.
- Prayer: 37 for Protect from Magic, 40 for Protect from Missiles, 43 for Protect from Melee. Gotta pray smart!
- Agility: 75+ for cave shortcuts. 89 is the dream for the best escapes.
- Hitpoints/Defence: 60+ to tank hits from Revenants or the occasional PKer.
Got 70 Ranged and 43 Prayer? You’re ready to roll. Lower stats work, but it’s slower.
Gear Setup
This is a budget guide, so we’re keeping it cheap and effective. The Magic Shortbow is your best friend fast, affordable, and its Snapshot spec hits like a truck. Here’s my go-to setup from back when I started:
| Slot | Item | Why It’s Good |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Black D’hide Coif | Cheap, decent Ranged and Magic defence. |
| Cape | Ava’s Accumulator | Saves arrows, boosts Ranged. Quest it from Animal Magnetism. |
| Neck | Amulet of Avarice | Game-changer. 20% damage/accuracy boost, notes drops, but skulls you. |
| Body | Black D’hide Body | Tanks PKer spells without breaking the bank. |
| Legs | Black D’hide Chaps | Matches body, keeps you light and defensive. |
| Weapon | Magic Shortbow (i) | Imbued for +75 Ranged attack. Use Rune or Amethyst arrows. |
| Shield | Book of Law or God Book | Prayer bonus, slight Ranged boost. Affordable for newbies. |
| Gloves | Black D’hide Vambraces | Cheap Ranged gear. Barrows gloves if you’re feeling fancy. |
| Boots | Snakeskin Boots | Budget-friendly. Ranger Boots if you’ve got extra GP. |
| Ring | Ring of Wealth | Slight rare drop boost. Ring of Life as a panic button. |
Why this setup? It’s dirt cheap, and with Protect Item, you only lose your Amulet of Avarice (~500k) if you die. That amulet’s worth every penny for the noted drops and stat boost. Trust me, I learned the hard way not to skip it.
Inventory Setup
Your inventory’s gotta balance killing power and survival. Here’s what I pack:
- Bracelet of Ethereum (charged with 100 Revenant Ether): Cuts Revenant damage by 75%. Refills from drops.
- Royal Seed Pod or Burning Amulet: Teleports up to level 30 Wilderness for escapes.
- Looting Bag: More loot, longer trips. A must.
- 4-6 Saradomin Brews: Emergency healing when a PKer jumps you.
- 2-3 Super Restores: Fix stat drain from brews, restore Prayer.
- 1-2 Stamina Potions: Keep run energy up to bolt from PKers.
- 1 Phoenix Necklace: Auto-heals if you’re about to die. Saved me more than once.
- Sharks or Anglerfish: Fill the rest for healing.
- Rune/Amethyst Arrows: 500-1000, depending on how long you’re staying.
Quick tip: Store Blighted Food in your Looting Bag to eat without wasting inventory space. Learned that after losing a 2M loot pile to a PKer.
Getting to the Revenant Caves
The Revenant Caves sit in levels 17-40 Wilderness, so getting there safely is step one. Here’s how I do it:
- Revenant Cave Teleport (~10k): Drops you at the north entrance (level 40). Fast, but PKers love this spot.
- Burning Amulet: Teleport to Lava Maze or Bandit Camp, then run to the caves.
- Ring of Dueling: Ferox Enclave, then jog west. Cheap and safe.
- Wilderness Obelisks: Hit the level 35 obelisk, run north.
- Waka Canoe (57 Woodcutting): Paddle to Wilderness, head northwest.
Best choice? I stick with Ring of Dueling for budget runs. If you’re feeling bold, the Revenant Cave Teleport saves time. Always scout for PKers before entering.
How to Kill Revenants
What Are Revenants?
Revenants are ghostly monsters (levels 7-397) that hit with all three combat styles: Magic, Melee, and Ranged. They adapt to your prayers, so you gotta switch up. Their Magic attack can freeze you like a mini Ice Barrage, and they heal 20 HP when low (with a 9-second cooldown). Scary? Not really, with a Bracelet of Ethereum soaking up 75% of their damage.
Picking Your Target
Choose Revenants based on your level:
- Imps/Goblins: Super easy, but drops aren’t amazing.
- Orks/Knights: Perfect for mid-levels. Revenant Orks are my go-to (~110 kills/hour).
- Dragons: Big drops, big risk. Save these for later.
Why Orks? They’re tough enough to drop decent loot but not so hard you’re chugging brews every fight.
Fighting Like a Pro
- Pray Smart: Start with Protect from Magic Revenants and PKers love Ice Barrage. Switch to Melee or Missiles if the Revenant adapts.
- Keep Moving: Strafe around to dodge PKers. Use cave walls to break their line-of-sight.
- Snapshot for Kills: The Magic Shortbow (i)’s Snapshot spec fires two quick arrows. Pop it when a Revenant’s low to seal the deal.
- Bank Often: I bank every 20 minutes (~110 kills) to secure loot. Use your Royal Seed Pod to dip out.
- PKer Radar: Watch for white dots on your minimap. Set Protect from Magic and Protect Item as quick prayers.
What about their healing? The 20 HP heal is annoying, but the Magic Shortbow’s speed outpaces it. Just keep shooting.
Dodging PKers: Don’t Be Loot
PKers are the real danger in the Wilderness. I’ve had my share of close calls once got teleblocked by a clan but slipped through a shortcut. Here’s how to survive:
- Use Shortcuts: 75 or 89 Agility for cave escapes. No shortcuts? Stick to level 17-27 entrances.
- Combo Eat: Saradomin Brew + Anglerfish for quick healing under pressure.
- Freeze and Flee: If you’ve got a Mage switch (like Mystic Robes and a Water Staff), cast Entangle to freeze PKers, then run or log out.
- Teleport Quick: Not teleblocked? Hit that Royal Seed Pod or Burning Amulet (works up to level 30).
- Don’t Overbrew: Too many brews tank your stats, making you PKer bait. Sip a Super Restore to fix it.
Teleblocked and screwed? Run to a shortcut or tank with food. A Phoenix Necklace can buy you seconds to escape.
How Much GP Can You Make?
With a Magic Shortbow and Amulet of Avarice, expect 2-3M GP/hour at 110 kills/hour. If you’re lucky, rare drops push it to 4M+. Here’s the loot breakdown:
| Item | Value (GP) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ancient Emblem | ~500k | Trade to Emblem Trader for quick cash. |
| Wilderness Weapons | 5M-260M | Rare, but a single drop can make your day. |
| Blighted Supplies | 10k-50k each | Noted, stackable, perfect for long trips. |
| Runes/Resources (Noted) | 50k-200k/stack | Common and adds up fast. |
Skulled or not? The Amulet of Avarice skulls you but boosts drop rates by ~45%. I always skull it’s worth the risk if you’re quick on your feet.
Beginner Tips from My Mistakes
- Start with Orks: They’re the sweet spot for profit and safety. I wasted hours on imps early on don’t do that.
- World Hop: Find quiet worlds with no PKers. Early mornings are golden.
- Prayer Flick: Practice swapping prayers fast. Saved me from a Tbagger last week.
- Risk Low: Only bring what you can lose. The Amulet of Avarice is your only real loss with Protect Item.
- Track Your Loot: I use a spreadsheet to log profits. Helps you see what’s working.
Upgrading When You’re Richer
Once you’ve got some GP, consider these:
- Craw’s Bow: Insane DPS, but burns Revenant Ether. Worth it if you score one.
- Karil’s Armor: Better defence than Black D’hide, still affordable.
- Dinh’s Bulwark: Tank PKers like a champ, but you move slower.
- Salve Amulet (ei): Boosts Ranged vs. Revenants. Stacks with Avarice if unskulled.
Upgrade early? Nah, stick with the budget setup until you’re dodging PKers like a ninja.
Don’t Do These Dumb Things
- Overloading Loot: Keep space for Blighted Food and teleports. I lost 1M once for being greedy.
- Ignoring Minimap: White dots = PKers. Always watch.
- No Bracelet: Bracelet of Ethereum is non-negotiable. Revenants will wreck you otherwise.
- Staying Too Long: Bank every 20 minutes. Don’t let a PKer swipe your stack.
Wrapping It Up
Farming Revenants with a Magic Shortbow is a blast and a half, and it’s one of the best ways to make bank as a beginner. The Revenant Caves are wild, but with this setup, a sharp eye, and quick fingers, you’ll be pulling in 2-4M GP/hour while laughing at PKers trying to catch you. Stick to Revenant Orks, keep that Amulet of Avarice on, and never skip your Bracelet of Ethereum. Ready to risk it for the biscuit? Grab your bow, charge up, and get that loot!
