Welcome to the ultimate OSRS Prayer Calculator, your essential tool for planning and optimizing your Prayer skill training in Old School RuneScape. Whether you're aiming for a specific Prayer level for a quest, a combat achievement, or the coveted 99, this calculator will provide you with the insights you need to achieve your goals efficiently.
OSRS Prayer XP Calculator
Enter your details and click 'Calculate' to see your Prayer training plan!
A) What is an OSRS Prayer Calculator?
An OSRS Prayer calculator is a dedicated tool designed to help Old School RuneScape players determine the most efficient and cost-effective ways to train their Prayer skill. It takes into account your current and target Prayer levels, current experience, the type of bones you plan to use, and the offering method (altar type) to estimate the total experience required, the number of bones needed, and often, the associated cost.
This tool is invaluable for planning your training, whether you're aiming for a specific Prayer level for quest requirements like King's Ransom (level 60 Prayer), unlocking powerful overhead prayers like Protect from Melee (level 43) or Rigour/Augury (level 74/77 via a Grandmaster quest), or pushing for the prestigious level 99 Prayer cape.
B) Formula and Explanation
The core of Prayer training revolves around offering bones or ensouled heads at altars. The experience gained per bone depends on two main factors:
- Base Experience of the Bone: Each type of bone has a fixed base XP value.
- Altar Multiplier: Different altars provide varying XP multipliers.
The Prayer XP Formula:
Prayer XP per Bone = Base XP of Bone × Altar Multiplier
To calculate your total needs:
Total XP Needed = XP for Target Level - Current Prayer XP
Bones Required = Total XP Needed / Prayer XP per Bone
Prayer Levels and Total Experience
Here's a table outlining the experience required for each Prayer level, from 1 to 99:
| Level | Total XP | Level | Total XP | Level | Total XP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 34 | 22406 | 67 | 747372 |
| 2 | 83 | 35 | 24788 | 68 | 811776 |
| 3 | 174 | 36 | 27374 | 69 | 881545 |
| 4 | 276 | 37 | 30171 | 70 | 957367 |
| 5 | 388 | 38 | 33188 | 71 | 1039867 |
| 6 | 512 | 39 | 36433 | 72 | 1129759 |
| 7 | 648 | 40 | 39914 | 73 | 1227761 |
| 8 | 798 | 41 | 43644 | 74 | 1334644 |
| 9 | 962 | 42 | 47630 | 75 | 1451208 |
| 10 | 1142 | 43 | 51884 | 76 | 1578345 |
| 11 | 1336 | 44 | 56416 | 77 | 1717006 |
| 12 | 1546 | 45 | 61236 | 78 | 1868143 |
| 13 | 1771 | 46 | 66351 | 79 | 2032742 |
| 14 | 2014 | 47 | 71775 | 80 | 2211832 |
| 15 | 2276 | 48 | 77516 | 81 | 2406473 |
| 16 | 2556 | 49 | 83589 | 82 | 2617725 |
| 17 | 2858 | 50 | 90000 | 83 | 2846666 |
| 18 | 3182 | 51 | 96766 | 84 | 3094487 |
| 19 | 3531 | 52 | 103904 | 85 | 3362404 |
| 20 | 3903 | 53 | 111428 | 86 | 3651680 |
| 21 | 4300 | 54 | 119354 | 87 | 3963668 |
| 22 | 4724 | 55 | 127700 | 88 | 4299763 |
| 23 | 5179 | 56 | 136483 | 89 | 4661400 |
| 24 | 5667 | 57 | 145722 | 90 | 5050302 |
| 25 | 6195 | 58 | 155430 | 91 | 5468452 |
| 26 | 6754 | 59 | 165629 | 92 | 5917639 |
| 27 | 7349 | 60 | 176339 | 93 | 6399671 |
| 28 | 7985 | 61 | 187579 | 94 | 6916868 |
| 29 | 8669 | 62 | 199368 | 95 | 7471717 |
| 30 | 9403 | 63 | 211728 | 96 | 8067160 |
| 31 | 10192 | 64 | 224679 | 97 | 8706348 |
| 32 | 11042 | 65 | 238244 | 98 | 9392816 |
| 33 | 11957 | 66 | 252449 | 99 | 13034431 |
Common Bone Types and XP Gains
The choice of bones significantly impacts both XP rates and cost. Here are some popular options and their base XP, along with their effective XP at common altars:
| Bone Type | Base XP | Gilded Altar (2.5x) | Chaos Altar (3.5x) | Ectofuntus (4x) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bones | 4.5 | 11.25 | 15.75 | 18 |
| Big Bones | 15 | 37.5 | 52.5 | 60 |
| Dragon Bones | 72 | 180 | 252 | 288 |
| Wyvern Bones | 50 | 125 | 175 | 200 |
| Dagannoth Bones | 125 | 312.5 | 437.5 | 500 |
| Superior Dragon Bones | 150 | 375 | 525 | 600 |
| Hardened Dragon Bones | 250 | 625 | 875 | 1000 |
| Ancient Bones | 270 | 675 | 945 | 1080 |
| Frost Dragon Bones | 350 | 875 | 1225 | 1400 |
C) Practical Examples
Let's illustrate how the OSRS Prayer Calculator can be used with a couple of common scenarios:
Example 1: Getting Protect from Melee (Level 43) with Dragon Bones
You're a new player at Level 1 Prayer (0 XP) and want to reach Level 43 for the Protect from Melee prayer, which requires 51,884 total XP. You decide to use Dragon Bones at a Gilded Altar in a Player-Owned House (POH) for efficiency.
- Current Prayer Level: 1
- Current Prayer XP: 0
- Target Prayer Level: 43
- Bone Type: Dragon Bones (72 base XP)
- Altar Type: Gilded Altar (2.5x multiplier)
Calculation:
- XP per Dragon Bone at Gilded Altar = 72 * 2.5 = 180 XP
- Total XP needed = 51,884 - 0 = 51,884 XP
- Bones required = 51,884 / 180 ≈ 288.24 bones
Result: You would need approximately 289 Dragon Bones to reach Level 43 Prayer using a Gilded Altar.
Example 2: Boosting Prayer from 70 to 99 with Superior Dragon Bones
You're an experienced player at Level 70 Prayer (957,367 XP) and want to achieve Level 99 Prayer (13,034,431 XP). You opt for the high-risk, high-reward Chaos Altar in the Wilderness, using Superior Dragon Bones.
- Current Prayer Level: 70
- Current Prayer XP: 957,367
- Target Prayer Level: 99
- Bone Type: Superior Dragon Bones (150 base XP)
- Altar Type: Chaos Altar (3.5x multiplier)
Calculation:
- XP per Superior Dragon Bone at Chaos Altar = 150 * 3.5 = 525 XP
- Total XP needed = 13,034,431 - 957,367 = 12,077,064 XP
- Bones required = 12,077,064 / 525 ≈ 22,999.93 bones
Result: You would need approximately 23,000 Superior Dragon Bones to reach Level 99 Prayer from Level 70 using the Chaos Altar.
D) How to Use the OSRS Prayer Calculator Step-by-Step
Our Prayer XP calculator is designed for ease of use. Follow these simple steps to plan your Prayer training:
- Enter Current Prayer Level: Input your current Prayer skill level in the designated field.
- Enter Current Prayer Experience (XP): Provide your exact current experience points for the Prayer skill. This ensures precise calculations.
- Enter Target Prayer Level: Specify the Prayer level you aim to achieve. This could be 43, 70, 99, or any other level.
- Select Bone Type: Choose the type of bones you intend to use from the dropdown menu. Options range from standard Bones to high-tier Frost Dragon Bones, each with different base XP values.
- Select Altar/Method: Pick your preferred method of offering from the dropdown. This includes options like burying (1x XP), Gilded Altar (2.5x XP), Chaos Altar (3.5x XP), and Ectofuntus (4x XP).
- Click "Calculate Prayer XP": Once all fields are filled, click this button to generate your results.
- Review Results: The calculator will display the total XP needed, the number of bones required, and other relevant information.
- Copy Results (Optional): Use the "Copy Results" button to quickly save your calculation details for future reference or sharing.
E) Key Factors Affecting Prayer Training
Optimizing your Prayer training involves understanding several key factors:
- Bone Selection: Higher-tier bones (e.g., Dragon Bones, Superior Dragon Bones) provide significantly more XP per bone but are also more expensive. Balance cost efficiency with desired XP rates.
- Altar Choice:
- Burying: Lowest XP, often done passively during combat.
- Regular Altars: 1x XP, accessible but not efficient for bulk training.
- Gilded Altar (POH): 2.5x XP. Requires two lit burners (95 Construction for max XP) and a friend's POH or your own. Safe and efficient.
- Chaos Altar (Wilderness): 3.5x XP. High risk due to PvP, but offers the fastest XP per bone (outside of Ectofuntus) and a 50% chance of not consuming the bone, making it highly cost-effective if protected.
- Ectofuntus: 4x XP. Most XP per bone but extremely slow due to the process of obtaining bonemeal and slime. Best for Ironman accounts or those prioritizing XP over speed.
- Cost vs. Speed: Generally, faster XP methods (like Chaos Altar with expensive bones) are more expensive. Slower methods (like Ectofuntus) can be cheaper per XP but take much longer.
- Prayer Potions/Enhancements: While not directly affecting XP per bone, prayer potions extend your Prayer points, allowing longer training sessions. Prayer-restoring items like Bones to Peaches (via Lunar spellbook) can also save money during combat training.
- Activities: Besides bone offering, Prayer XP can be gained from Ensouled Heads (requiring Magic and combat to reanimate), quests, and the Tithe Farm minigame (very minor XP).
XP Per Hour Comparison (Illustrative Chart)
To give you a visual idea of how different methods compare for gaining 1,000,000 Prayer XP, here's an illustrative chart. Note that actual XP/hour will vary based on player efficiency, banking speed, and other factors.
F) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about OSRS Prayer Training
- Q1: What is the fastest Prayer training method in OSRS?
- A1: For raw XP per bone, the Ectofuntus offers 4x base XP. However, due to its slowness, the Chaos Altar (3.5x XP, with a 50% chance of saving bones) is generally considered the fastest XP/hour for players willing to risk the Wilderness, especially with expensive bones like Superior Dragon Bones.
- Q2: What is the cheapest way to train Prayer to level 43?
- A2: The cheapest way is often burying standard Bones obtained from killing low-level monsters, or using the Ectofuntus with cheaper bones if you have the time. The Chaos Altar can also be very cost-effective due to its bone-saving mechanic, even with more expensive bones.
- Q3: Do I need 95 Construction for the Gilded Altar?
- A3: To build your own Gilded Altar with two lit burners, yes, you need 75 Construction for the altar and 95 Construction to build a Prayer altar room with two burners. However, you can use another player's Player-Owned House (POH) with a Gilded Altar and two burners, requiring no Construction level yourself.
- Q4: Is the Chaos Altar worth the risk?
- A4: For many players, yes. The Chaos Altar offers 3.5x XP per bone and a 50% chance of not consuming the bone, making it incredibly cost-effective. The risk of Player-versus-Player (PvP) combat in the Wilderness is present, but strategies exist to minimize losses (e.g., bringing only a few bones at a time).
- Q5: What are Ensouled Heads and how do they work?
- A5: Ensouled Heads are dropped by various monsters and can be reanimated using the Arceus spellbook (requires 60% Arceuus favour). Reanimating them summons a monster that, when killed, grants Prayer XP. This method combines combat and magic training with Prayer XP.
- Q6: How much XP does 99 Prayer require?
- A6: Achieving level 99 Prayer requires a total of 13,034,431 experience points.
- Q7: What is the best bone for Prayer training?
- A7: The "best" bone depends on your goals. For pure XP/bone, Frost Dragon Bones and Hardened Dragon Bones are top-tier. For a balance of cost and XP, Dragon Bones or Superior Dragon Bones are popular choices.
- Q8: Can I train Prayer without spending much money?
- A8: Yes, options like burying bones from slayer tasks, using the Ectofuntus with cheap bones, or reanimating ensouled heads (which can be obtained as drops) allow for low-cost or even profit-generating Prayer training, though they are generally slower.
G) Related Tools
Once you've mastered your Prayer training, consider exploring other useful OSRS calculators and guides to further enhance your Old School RuneScape experience:
- OSRS Combat Level Calculator: Plan your combat stats for optimal PvM or PvP.
- OSRS Skill Calculator: Project XP and costs for other skills like Herblore or Construction.
- Grand Exchange Tracker: Monitor item prices for efficient buying and selling.
- OSRS Quest Helper: Guide through quest requirements and rewards.
- OSRS Potion Dose Calculator: Optimize potion usage for bossing or training.
We hope this OSRS Prayer Calculator and comprehensive guide helps you on your journey to Prayer mastery!