Defense in Runescape FAQ

by: Latona

This is a collection of frequently asked questions for defense on runescape and helping you understand the skill more. If you have any questions that are not answered here then do not hesitate to submit your question either via email or registering on the forums and sending a personal message. If the question is suitable and relevant it will be added to this compilation for inclusion to benefit other runescape players who may have the same query as you.

1.How should I train my defense on runescape?
Generally when training you should look to use weapons that have a quick attack speed. Useful weapons, to train your defense are:
a) Daggers - quick weapon that can be used for stab and slash attacks.
b) Short swords - quick stabbing weapon that inflicts greater damage than a dagger
c) Scimitar - quick slash weapon with more power than a short sword
In addition, if you are use damage spells while maging opponents you should use the focus style (defensive), this will give you 1 experience point for each point of damage you inflict on an opponent.
d) Members can use Abyssal Whips that are quick and effective for training defense.

2. Can I boost my defense with anything other than equipment?
Yes, for non-members you can use the prayer skill:
a) Level 1 prayer gives +5% defense boost
b) Level 10 prayer gives +10% defense boost
c) Level 28 prayer gives +15% defense boost
None of these prayers can be used together and all will rely on your prayer points to remain active. If you run out of prayer points while in combat, you will lose the bonus given by the prayer.
In addition, members can use defense potions to further boost their defense level:
a) Normal defense potion will boost defense level between 3 - 12 points
b) Super defense potion will boost defense level between 5 - 19 points
c) Saradomin potion can boost defense between 2 - 21 points
All potions will only provide a boost for a short time and as each game tick passes will reduce by 1 point. The actual number of points that your defense skill is boosted by is determined by your current defense level.

3. How much experience do I get when training in the defense style?
For every point of damage you inflict on an opponent you will receive 4 experience points. The higher number of hitpoints an opponent has will enable you to get more overall attack experience per monster.

About the Author

Latona is a veteran runescape player and webmaster of this runescape help site as well as submitting several guides and articles including this runescape defense faq.