Map Of Barrows

The Barrows, a dangerous and rewarding area in Old School RuneScape (OSRS), consists of six ancient tombs, each guarded by a powerful undead brother. Understanding the layout of the Barrows map is crucial for efficient runs and maximizing profit.

The Barrows area itself is generally rectangular. To the west lies the main entrance, a gate leading to the burial mounds. Just north of the gate is the prayer altar, a vital location for restoring prayer points before and after fighting the brothers. Keeping your prayer active significantly reduces the damage you take.

The six burial mounds are arranged in a loosely defined pattern, generally with some mounds closer to the entrance than others. Each mound represents a different brother’s tomb: Ahrim, Dharok, Guthan, Karil, Torag, and Verac. The order you choose to dig in the mounds is entirely up to the player, but efficiency is often a key consideration.

Inside each mound, you will find a short tunnel leading to the brother’s sarcophagus. These tunnels are simple, linear paths with no branching routes. Once you open the sarcophagus, the respective brother will emerge and attack. Defeating the brother is necessary to progress towards the final reward. After defeating the brother, you re-enter the tunnel and exit back to the surface.

One of the six mounds will contain a hidden entrance to the underground crypt. This entrance is random for each run, making it important to check each mound after defeating its brother. The crypt is a maze-like series of tunnels and chambers containing monsters and the final reward chest.

The crypt layout is the most complex part of the Barrows map. It consists of several rooms connected by corridors. Some rooms contain winding staircases that loop back to other areas of the crypt, potentially confusing players. The crypt is also populated by skeletons, crypt spiders, and bloodworms, which players must fight or avoid.

Navigating the crypt involves solving a simple puzzle. Usually, this involves levers or doors that must be activated in a specific sequence to unlock the final chest room. The puzzle can vary in difficulty, but it typically relies on observation and memory. It is important to pay attention to the clues and patterns within the crypt to solve the puzzle quickly.

The final room contains the reward chest. This chest is where players can claim their loot, which can include Barrows equipment, runes, and other valuable items. Once the chest is looted, the Barrows run is complete. Players typically teleport out of the Barrows using a teleport tablet or spell.

Mastering the Barrows map, including the mound locations and the crypt layout, allows players to execute runs more quickly and efficiently, increasing their chances of obtaining valuable Barrows equipment and ultimately, maximizing their profit. Learning the layout and the potential hazards is essential for any player looking to delve into the depths of the Barrows.