All Gems & How to Get Them in RuneScape: Dragonwilds
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If you’ve spent hours mining in RuneScape: Dragonwilds and still haven’t seen a single gem like Sapphire or Jade, you’re not imagining things. Gems in Dragonwilds don’t come easy, and the drop rates are... well, let’s just say you’ll learn the true meaning of patience.
Here’s a guide on how to get all Gems in RuneScape: Dragonwilds.
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Where to Find Each Gem
Gems are not mined directly. Instead, they have a small chance to drop while mining specific ores:
Opal → Found while mining Tin and Copper
Sapphire → Found while mining Gold Ore
Red Topaz → Found while mining Silver Ore
Jade → Found while mining Iron Ore
That’s it. You don’t need a special tool or station—just mine the right ores and hope for the best.
Why Are Gem Drops So Rare?
Gems use a random drop system, meaning you could mine 300 Gold Ore before finding a single Sapphire, or break 1,000 Iron Ore and still never see a Jade. That’s not a bug—it’s just how the current RNG works. Frustrating? Yes. Intentional? Also yes (for now).
How to Improve Your Chances of Finding Gems
While there’s no guaranteed gem-boosting item yet, you can make the grind slightly easier:
Use the Rocksplosion spell – Destroys multiple nodes at once to speed up gem farming
Use the Detect Ore spell – Helps you find veins faster
Invite friends to mine with you – Multiplayer doesn’t increase gem drops directly, but more people = more rocks broken = more chances
What Are Gems Used For in Dragon Wilds?
Once you get your hands on them, gems can be used at the Smithing Anvil to upgrade certain gear and weapons, depending on the gem type. While most are mid-game enhancements, they’re important for crafting certain magical or enhanced equipment.
Final Blurb
Getting gems in Dragon Wilds is basically a test of willpower. If you’re mining the right ore and still coming up empty, it’s not you—it’s the drop rate. Just keep mining, toss in some Rocksplosion when you can, and remember: one day, that Sapphire will finally pop out... probably right after you’ve given up.
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