RS3 Leagues Best Combat Relic Guide
Written by Andrew Hammel
Combat relics in RS3 Leagues are some of the strongest upgrades you can unlock. They decide how fast you train, how you clear Slayer tasks, and how far you can push bosses in Catalyst League.
The best combat relic is Soulbourne. It beats out the others because Necromancy is already powerful, and this relic supercharges it with damage, adrenaline, and free ability unlocks.
RS3 Leagues Combat Relics Overview
Tier 5 is where combat relics unlock. You get four choices, one for each style.
Barbarism (Melee)
Crit Happens (Magic)
Bombardment (Ranged)
Soulbourne (Necromancy)
All of them give 2x adrenaline, full hit chance, and faster cooldowns. Each is strong, but one stands out.
Why Soulbourne Is Best in Catalyst League
Soulbourne gives the biggest boost because it pushes Necromancy to its limit.
Double adrenaline for faster rotations.
Cooldowns reduced by 20%.
Save 95% of runes and ectoplasm.
Spirits are 25% bigger and hit 25% harder.
Unlocks every Well of Souls ability instantly.
That last point is huge. You skip all the normal grind and still get the full kit right away.
Other Relics Worth Considering
Barbarism makes Melee hit harder and heal you. It gives +500 base damage and heals for 10% of damage dealt. Great for long Slayer tasks.
Crit Happens makes Magic a strong choice. It saves runes, reduces cooldowns, and increases critical hits by 50%. Good for players who prefer spellcasting.
Bombardment turns Ranged into an AoE machine. Single-target shots also splash nearby enemies. Perfect for multi-target tasks, but weaker on bosses.
Final Blurb
Soulbourne is the best combat relic in RS3 Leagues. It gives insane power, skips ability unlocks, and makes Necromancy unmatched in Catalyst League. The other relics have their place, but none compare to Soulbourne’s overall value given how good Necro is.
FAQ
What is the best combat relic in RS3 Leagues?
Soulbourne is the best choice. It gives adrenaline, cooldown reduction, resource savings, spirit buffs, and every Well of Souls ability.
Is Barbarism good for Melee?
Yes. Barbarism gives +500 base damage and lifesteal, which is great for survival and Slayer grinding.
Which relic works best for Slayer?
Soulbourne is best overall. Bombardment is also strong for AoE Slayer tasks.
Can Magic or Ranged compete with Necromancy?
Crit Happens and Bombardment are both powerful. They just don’t scale as well as Soulbourne in single-target damage or long-term value.
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