Castle Wars

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Castle Wars is a competitive team-based minigame in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) where two teams, Zamorak (red) and Saradomin (blue), face off in a game of capture the flag. Each game lasts 20 minutes, and the team with the most flag captures at the end wins.

Getting Started

To start playing Castle Wars, head to the Castle Wars lobby located in the south-west of Kandarin, between Ardougne and Yanille. You can get there quickly by using a Ring of dueling to teleport directly to the lobby.

Requirements

There are no specific requirements to play Castle Wars, but it is recommended to have a combat level of at least 60 to be effective in the game.

Game Mechanics

Each game lasts for 20 minutes. The main objective is to capture the enemy's flag and bring it to your base. The team with the most captures at the end of the game wins.

Teams

Players are divided into two teams:

  • Saradomin (Blue)
  • Zamorak (Red)

Roles

There are several roles players can assume during the game:

  • Attacker: Focuses on capturing the enemy's flag.
  • Defender: Guards the team's flag from being captured.
  • Collector: Gathers resources to support the team.

Equipment and Supplies

Choosing the right equipment is crucial for success in Castle Wars. Here are some recommendations:

Armor

Use the best available armor based on your role:

  • Attackers: High-offense gear such as Barrows or Dragon armor.
  • Defenders: High-defense gear such as Barrows armor.

Weapons

Use the best available weapons:

Supplies

Essential supplies to bring:

  • High-healing food (e.g., sharks).
  • Combat potions (e.g., Saradomin brews).
  • Ammunition or runes for ranged or magic combat.

Rewards

Participating in Castle Wars earns tickets which can be exchanged for various rewards:

Rewards
Item Tickets Required
Red and Blue Medium Helmet 4
Red and Blue Platebody 8
Red Sword 5
Red and Blue Kiteshield 6
Red and Blue Platelegs 6
White and Teal Medium Helmet 40
White and Teal Platebody 80
White Sword 50
White and Teal Kiteshield 60
White and Teal Platelegs 60
Gold and Black Medium Helmet 400
Gold and Black Platebody 800
Gold Sword 500
Gold and Black Kiteshield 600
Gold and Black Platelegs 600
All Hoods and Capes 10

Strategy

Here are some strategies to excel in Castle Wars:

Communication

Use in-game chat or voice communication tools to coordinate with teammates.

Map Awareness

Familiarize yourself with the map to plan effective routes and ambush points.

Resource Management

Utilize bandages and potions wisely to maintain your team's offensive and defensive capabilities.

Flag Capturing

Always ensure you have enough run energy and healing items before attempting to capture the enemy flag.

Defensive Play

When leading in points, focus on fortifying your defenses to protect your flag.

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