OSRS Sailing New Ores Mining Guide
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The new Sailing update doesn’t just open the seas, it also brings fresh minerals to mine and smelt. These new ores power ship upgrades, gear crafting, and even special ammo for advanced cannons.
Overview of Sailing Metals
Mining and Smithing both get new progression routes through Sailing’s island veins. Each new metal supports shipbuilding parts and specialty ammo, making these materials essential for any sailor gearing up for higher-tier voyages.
All New Ores and Bars
| Ore | Mining Level | Smithing Level | Bar | Main Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead Ore | 25 | 25 | Lead Bar | Basic shipbuilding materials |
| Nickel Ore | 74 | 74 | Cupronickel Bar | Mid-tier ship parts and fittings |
| Rubium Splinters | 48 | 60 | Incendiary Cannonballs | Special ship ammo with explosive effects |
Each type of ore has unique gathering zones scattered across different islands, with later areas holding the rarer veins. Rubium fragments are found in dangerous volcanic sites, while Nickel veins appear in deeper ocean mines.
Main Mining Locations
The Pandemonium, early-game island with copper, tin, iron, and new lead rocks.
Deepfin Point, mid-tier location containing several lead and nickel nodes.
Charred Island, late-game area for strange rocks that yield rubium splinters.
Grimstone, high-level mine with nickel, adamant, and rune rocks for mixed resource runs.
These islands all support on-site smelting stations or bank spaces, so you can refine ore right after collecting it.
Bar Production and Uses
Lead Bars and Cupronickel Bars are central to crafting ship hulls, sails, and mechanical components. Rubium is refined differently, used to craft high-heat cannonballs that cause incendiary effects when fired. Burb cannot be refined.
Extra Notes on Materials
Dragon Metal Sheets from Strykewyrms and Frost Dragons count as an advanced shipbuilding alloy.
Cupronickel Bars may be used for fittings, defensive plating, or crew equipment.
Strange Rocks produce Rubium Geodes that can hold splinters or rare gems.
All of these can be traded on the open market, but crafting them yourself saves massive costs during ship upgrades.
Final Blurb
Mining on the open seas adds a whole new layer of resource progression. The mix of lead, nickel, and rubium creates a full metal path from simple boat parts to advanced naval firepower. Keep your pickaxe ready, because Sailing’s true wealth lies beneath the waves.
Read More: All New Sailing Resources & Items Guide
FAQ
What’s the best new ore for profit?
Nickel is currently the most profitable due to high demand for Cupronickel Bars in shipbuilding.
Where can I mine Rubium Splinters?
They’re mainly found in volcanic mining zones like Charred Island, inside Strange Rock formations.
Can I use regular furnaces for new bars?
Yes, but certain alloys like Cupronickel or Rubium items are best smelted on ship or specialized island furnaces.
Do Dragon Sheets count as ores?
They’re technically refined drops, not ores, but still part of shipbuilding metalwork.
Are the new bars tradable?
Yes, all new ores, bars, and splinters are tradable, making them valuable commodities early on.
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