OSRS Fletching Guide
Complete 1-99 Training Guide | Updated 2026
Fletching can be incredibly fast (2M+ XP/hr with darts) or very AFK (bows). Vale Totems (420k XP/hr) are the new meta for mains/ironmen! Few quest requirements. Use Dragonfruit pie (+4 boost) to unlock methods early.
📑 Table of Contents
🎯 Fletching Basics
Dragonfruit Pie (+4 Boost)
Duration: 4 minutes per pie (lose 1 level/min)
Usage: ~30 pies per hour (~15k GP/hr)
Why essential: Unlock methods 4 levels earlier (save time & money)!
Early Quest XP
Complete both to skip levels 1-20!
Vale Totem Rewards (ESSENTIAL)
Get these ASAP in Varlamore if doing bows!
🌱 Early Levels (1-20)
Option 1: Complete Quests (Recommended)
Result: Skip to level 20 instantly!
Option 2: Bronze Arrows (No Requirements)
Method: Attach headless arrows to bronze arrowheads
Quantity: ~350 bronze arrows
XP Rate: ~100k XP/hr
Time: ~3 minutes to level 20
🌲 Vale Totems (NEW META!)
What Are Vale Totems?
New Fletching training method in Auburnvale (Varlamore). Most XP per log!
- Woodcut logs (Mahogany/Teak/Yew/Magic recommended)
- Fletch logs into items (e.g., Magic logs → Magic longbows)
- Use 1 log + 4 fletched items on totem pole
- Get XP for: placing totem + carving + adding 4 items = LOTS of XP!
Requirements & Rewards
Best for Mains or Ironmen?
Self-sufficient! Woodcut logs → fletch → train. No GE needed.
Buying logs = costly. Bows/darts more efficient for mains with GP.
🏹 AFK Bow Training
Bank Setup (Important!)
- Create new bank tab for Fletching supplies
- Bank Settings → Fill tab with bank fillers
- Bank Settings → Deposit Lock Settings → Lock first slot (for knife)
- Move logs/bowstrings closer to inventory
Cutting vs Stringing (Which is Better?)
Identical XP! Choose based on preference:
| Method | Speed | Inventory | Time/Inventory | AFK Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting (Regular Knife) | 3-tick | 27 logs | ~49s | More AFK |
| Cutting (Fletching Knife) | 2-tick | 27 logs | ~33s | Medium |
| Stringing (Regular) | 2-tick | 14 bows | ~17s | Less AFK |
| Stringing (Bowstring Spool) | 2-tick | 27 bows | ~32s | BEST |
Cutting Path (Regular Knife)
Most AFK option! 3-tick cutting, 27 logs per inventory (~49s).
| Levels | Bow Type | Quantity | XP/hr | Profit | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-10 | Longbow | 64 | 37k | +600 | 2 min |
| 20-35 | Oak Longbow | 799 | 68k | +41k | 27 min |
| 40-50 | Willow Longbow | 944 | 92k | +69k | 18 min |
| 50-70 | Maple Longbow | 4,449 | 124k | +1.4M | 6 hrs |
| 70-85 | Yew Longbow | 11,065 | 150k | +5.3M | 15 hrs |
| 85-99 | Magic Longbow | 26,577 | 150k | +14M | 72 hrs |
Cutting Path (Fletching Knife)
50% faster! 2-tick cutting, same bows as above.
Note: Unlock Fletching Knife from Vale Totem rewards (Varlamore)
Stringing Path (Bowstring Spool)
Best stringing option! 27 bows per inventory vs 14 regular.
💡 Very similar to Fletching Knife cutting! Choose your preference.
⚡ Fastest: Darts (2M+ XP/hr)
⚠️ Important Warnings
Dart Training Path
| Levels | Dart Type | XP/hr | GP/XP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18-33 | Iron Darts | ~900k | 0.5 |
| 33-48 | Steel Darts | ~1.2M | 0.7 |
| 48-63 | Mithril Darts | ~1.5M | 1.1 |
| 63-78 | Adamant Darts | ~1.8M | 1.5 |
| 78-89 | Rune Darts | ~2.1M | 2.8 |
| 89-95 | Amethyst Darts | ~2.3M | 1.9 |
| 95-99 | Dragon Darts | ~2.5M | 8+ |
Budget Dart Path
Save money by skipping expensive tiers:
Total: ~33M GP | 4 hours
Skip Adamant/Rune/Dragon (most expensive tiers)
3 Ways to Make Darts
Spam-click on mobile = fastest XP. No wrist strain!
Use numpad to prevent RSI/carpal tunnel. Still fast!
Make darts AFK while doing agility. Multitask!
Settings Tip
Settings → Fletching → Disable "Make X" prompt
This lets you spam click = faster XP!
🔒 Ironman Training
NEW META: Vale Totems (Recommended!)
Why it's perfect for ironmen:
- • Woodcut logs yourself → fletch → add to totem
- • No GE needed (self-sufficient)
- • 420k XP/hr with good logs (Mahogany/Teak/Yew/Magic)
- • Train Woodcutting + Fletching together!
Location: Auburnvale, Varlamore (20+ Fletching)
Old Meta (Still Valid)
Kingdom Management → 10 workers on woodcutting
Cut maple logs to longbows → string → alch (profit!)
Unlock "Broader Fletching" (slayer points)
Buy broad arrowheads from Slayer masters
Expensive if speedrunning, but reliable
📊 Fletching Calculator
Plan your Fletching training with real-time GE prices:
Calculate:
- ✓ Items needed for level goals
- ✓ Expected XP rates by method
- ✓ Time to reach 99
- ✓ Cost/profit estimates (live prices)
- ✓ Best methods for your goals
Compare Methods:
- ✓ Darts vs Bows vs Vale Totems
- ✓ Speed vs cost vs AFK
- ✓ Profit vs XP trade-offs
- ✓ Custom level ranges
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What's the fastest way to 99 Fletching?
Darts are fastest (2M+ XP/hr, ~4 hours total) but very expensive (~192M GP) and cause wrist strain. Use mobile or mousekeys!
What's the most AFK Fletching method?
Bow cutting with regular knife (3-tick, 27 logs/inventory, ~49s). Magic longbows 85-99 = 150k XP/hr, very chill, 14M profit!
What are Vale Totems?
New Fletching method in Varlamore (Auburnvale). 420k XP/hr from level 20+! Perfect for ironmen. Woodcut logs → fletch → add to totem.
Can I make money training Fletching?
Yes! Bow cutting is profitable (21M to 99). Stringing also profits (27.5M). Check prices with our calculator first!
Should I get Fletching Knife & Bowstring Spool?
Yes if training with bows! Get from Vale Totem rewards (Varlamore). Fletching Knife = 2-tick cutting, Bowstring Spool = 27 bows/inventory.
What's the best ironman Fletching method?
Vale Totems (420k XP/hr, self-sufficient). Old meta: Miscellania maple logs or Broad Arrows (52-99, unlock Broader Fletching).
Should I use Dragonfruit pie boost?
Yes! +4 boost (4min duration, ~30 pies/hr = 15k GP/hr). Unlock methods 4 levels earlier to save time & money!