Rune arrow

“Arrows with rune heads.”

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Rune arrows are the second-strongest standard arrows in Old School RuneScape, beaten only by amethyst and dragon arrows. They add +49 Ranged strength, are stackable, and can be fired from any yew bow or better — making them the everyday arrow of choice for most mid-to-high level Ranged training.

Equipment bonuses

Rune arrows give +49 Ranged strength, more than adamant arrows. Your bow decides your speed and accuracy; the arrow decides most of your damage, so pairing rune arrows with a strong bow like the magic shortbow is a common setup.

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Ammo

Usable on any yew bow or stronger · stackable · can be poisoned.

Using rune arrows

Rune arrows are the standard high-tier arrow for anyone not yet using amethyst or dragon arrows. They work in any yew, magic or better bow, and rune arrows on a magic shortbow (i) are a popular Ironman Ranged setup before the Toxic blowpipe. Like most arrows they can be poisoned for a little extra damage.

How to get rune arrows

Fletch them at 75 Fletching by using 15 rune arrowtips on 15 headless arrows (187.5 experience per set), buy them on the Grand Exchange, or trade archery tickets and Last Man Standing points for them at the relevant shops.

Rune arrow FAQ

What Fletching level do you need to make rune arrows?
You need 75 Fletching — combine 15 rune arrowtips with 15 headless arrows for 187.5 experience per set.
How much Ranged strength do rune arrows give?
+49 Ranged strength, more than adamant arrows and second only to amethyst and dragon arrows.
What bows can use rune arrows?
Any yew bow or stronger — including the magic shortbow and magic longbow.
Can rune arrows be poisoned?
Yes — apply weapon poison to make rune arrow(p), (p+) or (p++) for a little extra damage over time.

Update history

5 December 2005The examine text was corrected to "Arrows with rune heads."

Source: OSRS Wiki — Rune arrow (Changes).