Follow this comprehensive Old School RuneScape guide to complete the | Grail quest, from talking to King Arthur to freeing Merlin and obtaining Excalibur.
Walkthrough
- 1Talk to King Arthur in Camelot Castle (north of Catherby) about Merlin being trapped in a crystal.
- 2Speak with Sir Gawain to learn about how Merlin was trapped and about the Sorceress.
- 3Consult Sir Lancelot regarding entry into Morgan Le Fay's stronghold. He will mention a boat; head west of the fishing areas.
- 4Go to Arhein's and talk to Arhein to stow away on the ship. You will arrive where Renegade Knights (level 51) are present.
- 5Ascend the stairs. You can fight the Renegade Knights or run. At the top, you will encounter 2-3 Sir Mordreds near strange symbols. Attack one until it is nearly dead, which will cause the sorceress to appear.
- 6When the sorceress appears, agree to stop if she reveals how to free Merlin. She will mention a black candle, magic words, and Excalibur.
- 7Proceed to the second story of the stronghold. Use the ladder on the west side to descend and exit the fortress.
- 8Outside, you may find bats or bat bones. Attack a bat or collect bat bones, then head to the bank to deposit them.
- 9Go south to the docks where you boarded the ship and retrieve a bucket from a crate.
- 10Head north of the bank, enter a room, and take the insect repellent from a table.
- 11Go to the beehives west of the room. Use the insect repellent on the beehives. Once the bees leave, use the bucket on a hive to collect wax.
- 12Visit the candle maker in the shop next to the bank. Ask about black candles and give him the bucket of wax. He will provide you with a black candlestick. Bank this item.
- 13Travel to Taverley and proceed south to the lake. Go to the middle of the lake on the peninsula and speak with the Lady of the Lake. She will discuss Excalibur and direct you to the Jewellery shop in Port Sarim.
- 14Before going to Port Sarim, acquire some bread. Then, go to the Jewellery shop. A beggar will ask for bread; give it to him. The beggar will transform into the Lady of the Lake and bestow upon you the magical sword, Excalibur.
- 15Head north to Varrock, then continue north into the Wilderness. Take only 3 items with you (though few are strictly necessary). Locate an altar around level 10-12 Wilderness, surrounded by lava, with its entrance on the north side. Search the altar to find an inscription.
- 16Return to Camelot. Bring your black candle, bat bones, and Excalibur. If your black candle is not lit, light it with a tinderbox (purchasable from a general store for 1 coin).
- 17Go to the area northeast of Camelot Castle, under a white overhang, and drop your bat bones on the strange symbol. A demon will appear. Recite the magic words found on the altar: "Snarthon Candtrick Termanto".
- 18Proceed to the east wing of Camelot Castle with your Excalibur. Ascend the ladder, move to the east side, and climb the next ladder. Strike Merlin with Excalibur to break the crystal.
- 19Speak with King Arthur to receive your reward.
Tips
- When confronting the sorceress, you can choose to fight the Renegade Knights or simply run past them.
- In the Wilderness, be cautious of other players. The altar is located around level 10-12 Wilderness.
- Ensure your black candle is lit before dropping the bat bones. A tinderbox can be bought from a general store.
- Experience in various skills.
- Excalibur (magical sword).
- Ability to free Merlin.
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