Dungeons of Gielinor: New OSRS Bosses, Gemstone Dragons & Ripgut
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Dungeons of Gielinor is Jagex's proposal for at least five new bosses, Gemstone Dragons, the Diamond Dragon and the Ripgut goblin boss. Here is what is confirmed and how access would work.
- Dungeons of Gielinor is Jagex's proposal for at least five new bosses, Gemstone Dragons, the Diamond Dragon and the Ripgut goblin boss
- Here is what is confirmed and how access would work.
Dungeons of Gielinor is Jagex's proposal to send players back into forgotten dungeons with new bosses. It was announced at RuneFest 2026 and is subject to a poll. It is not live yet.
The pitch: at least five new bosses in one release, the largest collection of standalone bosses Old School has had, plus new Slayer creatures, a short quest, a hard mode and skilling improvements.
Part of the RuneFest 2026 reveal recap — every OSRS announcement in one place.
What Is Proposed
- At least five new bosses across a range of difficulties.
- A mix of full boss encounters, demi-bosses and supporting creatures.
- A short early-game quest.
- New Slayer creatures, including a Gemstone Dragons task and a dedicated Slayer boss.
- A new boss with a hard mode.
- Small skilling improvements to overlooked dungeons.
- Some bosses deliberately kept secret until release.
Jagex says the shortlist has around ten ideas, but the final roster is not settled. Access would use familiar requirements: regional access such as Varlamore or Morytania, plus low-to-medium Slayer or quest requirements.
Gemstone Dragons
The headline addition is a new Varlamore dungeon beneath Fortis.
| Detail | Plan |
|---|---|
| Location | Varlamore, below Fortis |
| Intended level | Mid to late game |
| Regular monsters | Sapphire, Emerald and Ruby Dragons |
| Boss | The Diamond Dragon |
| Slayer | A Gemstone Dragons task that covers the whole family, like Metal dragons |
The regular dragons are designed around clear weaknesses, so bringing the right combat style matters. The dungeon also has side content: hidden creatures, resources, skilling spots and environmental secrets.
The Diamond Dragon sits deeper in the cavern. You fight through the outer chambers and the creatures guarding the route before you reach it. Jagex explicitly warns players to bring antifires.
Ripgut
Ripgut is the early to mid-game entry point.
- Location: Asgarnia.
- Type: Goblin boss, tied to a short quest.
- Audience: Players learning PvM, in the same spirit as Brutus.
- Hard mode: A harder version focused on movement and reactions.
- Hard mode rewards: Expected to be cosmetic only.
The standard fight is meant to teach fundamentals without requiring end-game gear. The hard mode gives experienced players a reason to return and newer players something to aim for.
Why Jagex Is Proposing It
The stated gap is between "I killed my first boss" and "I can do end-game PvM". Existing dungeons are often one-stop shops that players never revisit. Dungeons of Gielinor would:
- Give newer players more places to learn.
- Give experienced players reasons to revisit old areas.
- Add Slayer targets that are worth doing outside a task.
- Improve skilling spots in dungeons that have been left behind.
What It Means for Existing Content
If it passes, expect changes to:
- Slayer task lists, with Gemstone Dragons added as a new task.
- Varlamore access, which becomes more valuable for mid-game accounts.
- Dragon hunting setups, since Gemstone Dragons are dragons and will reward antifire and dragon-hunter gear.
- Early boss progression, with Ripgut joining Obor, Bryophyta and Brutus as a learning boss.
Our boss guides and Slayer guide will be updated if the content passes and releases.
Poll Questions
Jagex polled four questions:
- Should Dungeons of Gielinor be developed with at least five new bosses?
- Should a low-level goblin quest introduce Ripgut and unlock the encounter?
- Should the project include new Slayer content, including Gemstone Dragons and a dedicated Slayer boss?
- Should it include improvements to existing dungeons?
Rewards for the new bosses would be polled separately.
Should You Care Now?
If you are mid-game, this is aimed at you. Ripgut gives another learning boss, and Gemstone Dragons give Varlamore a new Slayer target. If you are end-game, the hidden bosses and the dedicated Slayer boss are the parts to watch.
Nothing is live, so do not train specifically for it yet. Keeping Varlamore access and a basic Slayer level will cover most of the expected requirements.
FAQ
Is Dungeons of Gielinor in OSRS?
No. It was announced and polled at RuneFest 2026. It is not live.
How many bosses are coming?
At least five. Jagex says the shortlist has around ten ideas, and some bosses will stay secret until release.
What are Gemstone Dragons?
A new Slayer family in a Varlamore dungeon: Sapphire, Emerald and Ruby Dragons, plus the Diamond Dragon boss. A single Gemstone Dragons task covers the family.
What is Ripgut?
An early to mid-game goblin boss in Asgarnia, tied to a short quest, with a hard mode that rewards cosmetics.
What requirements will the new bosses have?
Jagex says most will use regional access such as Varlamore or Morytania, plus low-to-medium Slayer or quest requirements.
Will the new bosses have rewards?
Yes, but rewards will be polled separately from the content itself.
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Sources & methodology
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Darren started playing the original RuneScape 2 back in the day and came back when Old School RuneScape launched. He's played on and off over the years and built OSRSToolkit to give players a single place to find reliable tools, calculators, and guides — all informed by real in-game experience.