OSRS Devs Talk November Quest Rewards, Gathering Buffs

Waiting for the Fractured Archive raid to drop in Old School RuneScape? You're not alone — and that's exactly why this week's news feels a little quiet.

Jagex kept things low-key this week, which makes sense when you consider that next week brings the big raid content everyone's been gearing up for. But even in a slower week, there's still a few things worth your attention if you're actively playing the elder sandbox.

The headline item: Jagex rolled out another set of polls tied to quest rewards. If you've been following the polling cycle, you know this is how the dev team gauges what the community actually wants before locking in rewards for upcoming quests. It's your chance to weigh in on what those November quest payouts should look like.

Beyond the polls, there's also word on new gathering efficiencies. That's the kind of quality-of-life and skilling update that tends to fly under the radar during raid hype but can matter a lot for your day-to-day grind. Details are still filtering out through the weekly update, so keep an eye on the official channels for the full breakdown.

So what's the takeaway? If you're purely raid-focused, this week probably won't move the needle for you. But if you care about quest rewards or want your gathering runs to feel smoother, there's real substance here — and casting your vote in the polls is the easiest way to make your voice count.

With the Fractured Archive raid landing next week, expect the news cycle to ramp back up in a hurry. For now, it's a good moment to catch up on polls, prep your account, and make sure you're ready for what's coming.

What do you think of the direction Jagex is taking with quest rewards? Will you be voting in the polls before the raid hits?