You want that shiny Dragon Scimitar? You'll have to RuneScape gold earn it by going full monkey.

Monkey Madness sends you to Ape Atoll, where you'll disguise yourself as a monkey, break out of prison multiple times, and face off against a giant Jungle Demon. It's punishing, chaotic, and completely brilliant.

Back in the day, this was one of the hardest quests in the game. Even today, unprepared adventurers meet grisly ends before even reaching the demon. But once completed, the rewards are well worth it—combat XP, the Dragon Scimitar, and access to Monkey Agility.

Dragon Slayer

The F2P Final Boss

For free-to-play players, Dragon Slayer is the ultimate challenge. Defeating Elvarg, the mighty dragon of Crandor, is a coming-of-age moment in OSRS.

To get there, you'll brave haunted mazes, solve cryptic riddles, and battle through a fiery volcano. And when you finally face off against Elvarg, it's a fight to remember—full of tension and triumphant lobster-munching.

Victory earns you the coveted Rune Platebody and a sense of pride few quests can match. For many, it's the moment they decide to subscribe and explore the wider world.

Desert Treasure

Ancient Magicks and Masterful Design

No quest captures the essence of OSRS like Desert Treasure. It's a globe-trotting epic that takes you from haunted swamps to frozen mountains, all in search of four mystical diamonds guarded by fearsome bosses.

As you dodge assassins, descend into pyramids, and confront deadly enemies, the game's storytelling truly shines. Each region has its own challenges and aesthetic, keeping the adventure fresh throughout.

Complete it, and you'll unlock the Ancient Magicks spellbook—a collection of powerful, game-changing spells that define the OSRS endgame. For RuneScape gold for sale mages, this quest is mandatory. For everyone else, it's a masterpiece of design.