Geo1988

Jan 4 2006, 12:39 PM | Post #1

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Taken directly from www.RuneScape.com:

The month of January will include several amazing updates, most with a very strong sand theme.
We kick off the New Year with the introduction of the Mage Training Arena. Over the last few years, many wizards have come to an unfortunate end because of a lack of training in the less aggressive spells. Too many royal vases have been smashed from a badly directed telegrab or alchemy spell, and the Wizards' towers have received one too many insurance claims. In response to this they have unearthed an old deserted building thought lost to the Kharidian sands forever.

Several games can be played there, all with the intention of learning the finer arts of magic. Do well, and collect some unique robes and even talking merchandise! This update is one of the most beautiful updates we have had in a long time and should not be missed.

Later this month we see the addition of another agility course, but this time in the sands near to Menaphos. Rumours of a glint of gold sparkling on its pinnacle are unsubstantiated, but the appearance of an archaeologist has helped the rumour spread. This course is aimed at mid-level athletes.

The Burthorpe games room has finally opened its doors to some more games! Later this month you will be able to go and play Runeversi and Squares as well as competing at the current Draughts and Runelink games.

Squares is an old game played between the Duke of Lumbridge and King Roald of Varrock back in their maths lessons when they were children. It's based around the simple principle of putting lines down on a board, scoring points when you complete a 'square', but tactics and logic play a big part.

More random events will also enter the game this month, with visits from a friendly sandwich lady and Prison Pete. Help sort out baguettes and pop balloon animals soon!

Two quests this month develop more of the desert gods' storylines and answer the age old question – where does all the sand in the sand pits come from? Who brings it there? Help Bert the sandpit worker come to terms with a strange discovery as you take on the challenge of The Hand in the Sand. Be careful though, or the puns might just kill you. Dust off that chisel and hammer as you attempt to make statues...

Also this month look out for more readers' letters, one brand new slayer monster for mid-level characters and some new fillings for your baked potatoes!

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Far too many incidents have been brought to light of inexperienced wizards causing some pretty horrific accidents (and we use the word 'accident' very lightly).

So whether you're a mage of experience or you're someone in need of a little training, you'll want to travel north of the Duel Arena to find a grand building of magical design: The Mage Training Arena! In this building, the magical powers of RuneScape seem to have a mind of their own, so you'll find some very unique ways to practice the art of magic whilst collecting points to trade for prizes. Shazzam! There's a great deal on offer: you can have a go at moving statues around mazes with the power of your mind, or perhaps you'd like to try hunting for items to practice the art of alchemy. Or maybe you'd rather live dangerously and try your hand at frantically turning bones to bananas just to stay alive? It's your choice.

If you train long and hard enough, you could be the proud owner of some funky new robes! Trust us - wearing these, you will not go unnoticed as you strut your stuff around the dunes of Al Kharid. There's also the chance to look into upgradable wands and maybe even a new spell...

Intrigued? Why not take a visit and train to become a mage of irrefutable power...

...or at least put an end to those horrific accidents.

Your guide for the arena awaits you in the entrance hall.

Please note that the Xmas update has been removed toda

This post has been edited by Geo1988: Jan 4 2006, 01:20 PM

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NickBmxGuy

Jan 4 2006, 01:06 PM | Post #2

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That mage thing sounds cool.

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dragon knight

Jan 4 2006, 02:00 PM | Post #3

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ya woot now i can train mage lmao only 55 =( and here wut you can buy with the points u get

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Twilight Ray

Jan 4 2006, 02:28 PM | Post #4

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I like that upgraded wand idea. I can't wait to get home to try this now that I'll have the time. Wish I could shoot some stuff though. With my 85 range. =D. Dragon, if you're still here, would you mind to say the prices for everything, what that book-looking thing is, the robes names, what that gnomeball-looking thing is, what are those things to the right of the boots? Etc. Info would be <3.

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dragon knight

Jan 4 2006, 02:30 PM | Post #5

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ya let me just get ready for school for a bit and ill try to get the prices fo ya

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Twilight Ray

Jan 4 2006, 02:56 PM | Post #6

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EVERYONE HEAD TO YOUR LOCAL ABYSSAL MAGE.

Apparently, Cosmic and Nature runes are VERY good in this new game, people are buying Cosmics for ~300 each, and Natures for ~700 each. START CRAFTING FOR MONEY PEOPLE.

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Punjabi 316

Jan 4 2006, 02:59 PM | Post #7

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lol! first off, they have a type on the last word hah, and dam, id try it out i need some mage xp(only lvl 74) but dam jagex cancelled my members by mistake.. and wont reply back, i paid via cash

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Mysticallity

Jan 4 2006, 04:44 PM | Post #8

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I was tempted to get members for that. But I though better of it.

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Arguous

Jan 4 2006, 06:14 PM | Post #9

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QUOTE(Twilight Ray @ Jan 4 2006, 06:56 AM) [snapback]37727[/snapback]

EVERYONE HEAD TO YOUR LOCAL ABYSSAL MAGE.

Apparently, Cosmic and Nature runes are VERY good in this new game, people are buying Cosmics for ~300 each, and Natures for ~700 each. START CRAFTING FOR MONEY PEOPLE.

Are you serious? Those are insane prices!

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Makoto

Jan 4 2006, 06:36 PM | Post #10

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I tried the update. It's rather time consuming. Rather tedious. But, 700gp for ONE Nature rune!?

/me looks at 7K essence in bank yelling at him

Sorry, I've gotta cash in on this.



A little side note, if anyone could get the stats for those robes/staves (the experience for Bones to Peaches too) it would be greatly appreciated.

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Dilbert26

Jan 4 2006, 10:47 PM | Post #11

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hmmmm...pretty nice update, checked it out and seems a little weird. You need a lot of points to get the new robes .

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Apparently, Cosmic and Nature runes are VERY good in this new game, people are buying Cosmics for ~300 each, and Natures for ~700 each. START CRAFTING FOR MONEY PEOPLE.

I dont see ppl paying that much for nats I see maybe 320 each on forums, though im still happy about 20gp more a rune. If u can seriously sell at 700 per, ill sell u all i craft at 600 .

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Twilight Ray

Jan 4 2006, 10:49 PM | Post #12

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FUN. FUN FUN FUN. Anyone who says this is a bad update, slap them across the face. The mazes with Telegrab are fun, I like them, you can get FREE HIGH ALCH EXP in one room, as long as you alch the right thing at the right time, it costs NO RUNES. Plus, the enchantment room is just good exp, enchantment spells have been good exp all along, just haven't had gems in abundance to cast them on...But now it's unlimited. I TAKE BACK MY PREVIOUS STATEMENT, DO NOT SELL RUNES! Use them in this thing, you'll have a mighty good time. I already got a mage level

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dragunslayr9

Jan 4 2006, 10:51 PM | Post #13

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QUOTE(Twilight Ray @ Jan 4 2006, 09:56 AM) [snapback]37727[/snapback]

EVERYONE HEAD TO YOUR LOCAL ABYSSAL MAGE.

Apparently, Cosmic and Nature runes are VERY good in this new game, people are buying Cosmics for ~300 each, and Natures for ~700 each. START CRAFTING FOR MONEY PEOPLE.

holy poop!!! good for sellers, bad for ppl buying for other stuff...

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Geo1988

Jan 4 2006, 11:59 PM | Post #14

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Okay, on further inspection of the mini-games. Also, looking at the cost of the items in the Reward Center. I HATE IT. The costs are so insane.

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Luckk13

Jan 5 2006, 12:11 AM | Post #15

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the mini games are fun, but the cost in order to get the items will lead to millions spent

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