How to become a PRO at the gauntlet in 12 minutes - OSRS The Gauntlet guide

Summary

This video provides a detailed guide to tackling the Gauntlet in Old School RuneScape. The player explains the mechanics of the dungeon, the resources needed to craft weapons and potions, and strategies for surviving encounters with monsters, including the Demi bosses. The focus is on crafting a bow and staff, defeating key enemies like the Dark Beast and Dragon for special items, and efficiently navigating the Gauntlet's challenges. The video culminates in a live commentary of the boss fight, showcasing the importance of prayer switching, avoiding damage, and managing floor mechanics to secure a successful kill.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Gauntlet in Old School RuneScape is a complex boss fight that requires preparation and strategy, especially with its seven-by-seven grid of rooms.
• 😀 The Gauntlet has a starting room and a boss room, with all other rooms initially dark, requiring the use of the Crystal Scepter to light them up.
• 😀 Key resources in the Gauntlet include Friend Bark, Crystal Ore, and Linum Tyranum, which are used to craft necessary equipment.
• 😀 Demi bosses can drop weapon frames and special items like the Crystalline Bowstring, Crystal Orb, and Crystal Spike. Only certain bosses drop specific items like the orb and bowstring.
• 😀 When entering the Gauntlet, players receive essential items such as a Crystal Scepter, Crystal Axe, Crystal Harpoon, and a Crystal Pickaxe to gather resources and craft equipment.
• 😀 The starting room contains several key objects such as a stove, water faucet, singing bowl, and Teleport Stand, which are crucial for progressing and resetting if needed.
• 😀 The Gauntlet features both combat and resource management, with players needing to craft a range of equipment, including armor, weapons, and potions.
• 😀 Players should focus on gathering and crafting early, especially prioritizing the collection of Linum Tyranum, Friend Bark, and Crystal Ore before battling Demi bosses.
• 😀 During the boss fight, the boss alternates between ranged and mage attacks, requiring players to switch protection prayers and avoid hazardous floor mechanics like orange damage zones and tornadoes.
• 😀 The tornado mechanic is one of the most critical boss mechanics, where players must dodge the tornadoes while managing their prayer and health efficiently.
• 😀 Successful Gauntlet runs require preparation, effective resource management, and understanding of the boss's attack patterns, with players needing to balance combat and survival strategies to succeed.

Q & A

What is the Gauntlet in Old School RuneScape?

The Gauntlet is a challenging PvE activity in Old School RuneScape, where players must gather resources, craft gear, and defeat a boss within a time limit. It takes place in a 7x7 grid of rooms with various resources and enemies.

What items do players start with in the Gauntlet?

Players start with a Crystal Scepter, Crystal Axe, Crystal Harpoon, Crystal Pickaxe, a Teleport Crystal, and a Pestle and Mortar. These items are used to gather resources and craft equipment during the encounter.

How do you gather resources in the Gauntlet?

To gather resources, players use the Crystal Axe to chop Friend Bark, the Crystal Pickaxe to mine Crystal Ore, and the Crystal Harpoon to catch fish. The gathered resources are then used to craft weapons and potions.

What resources are needed to craft equipment in the Gauntlet?

To craft your equipment, you need three types of resources: Friend Bark, Crystal Ore, and Linum Tyranum. These are used to make armor and weapons like the Crystal Bow or Perfected Staff.

What role do the Demi bosses play in the Gauntlet?

Demi bosses in the Gauntlet drop valuable items such as weapon frames and special items (like the Crystalline Bowstring, Crystal Orb, and Crystal Spike), which are necessary for perfecting your weapons.

How do you fight the Gauntlet boss?

The Gauntlet boss alternates between Range and Mage attacks, with specific animations signaling these changes. Players must switch prayers accordingly to protect themselves, avoid floor damage (orange floor), and dodge tornadoes during the Mage phase.

What are the main attack mechanics of the Gauntlet boss?

The boss uses four consecutive Range attacks followed by a Mage attack. After switching to Mage, the boss summons tornadoes, and players must avoid them. The floor also changes color to orange, dealing damage if you stand on it.

How can players avoid taking damage from the boss’s attacks?

Players should switch their prayers according to the attack type (Range or Mage), move off the orange floor to avoid damage, and run away from tornadoes during the Mage phase. Prayer books should be open for quick switching between prayers and inventory.

What are some strategies for handling the tornadoes during the fight?

When tornadoes appear, players should focus on avoiding them by running out of their range. In the early stages, it’s best to concentrate on dodging, but as players improve, they can try to attack while avoiding the tornadoes.

What should players do if they are struggling with the Gauntlet fight?

If struggling, focus on learning the mechanics first: managing prayers, avoiding tornadoes, and switching between attack styles. As you practice, you’ll improve your timing and ability to deal damage while avoiding damage.