OSRS The Grand Tree - RuneScape Guide

In Old School RuneScape (OSRS), questing plays a vital role in advancing your character’s abilities, unlocking new areas, and accessing content that enriches the overall gameplay experience. One of the more popular quests among mid-level players is The Grand Tree. This quest is not only essential for progressing through certain game content, but it also offers great experience rewards and access to unique locations such as Glough's House and Crash Island.

In this detailed guide, we will cover everything you need to know to complete The Grand Tree quest in OSRS gold, including requirements, items needed, step-by-step walkthrough, rewards, and useful tips.

Overview of The Grand Tree Quest

Quest Difficulty: Intermediate

Quest Length: Medium

Official Length Rating: Medium

Start Point: Speak to King Narnode Shareen on the ground floor of the Grand Tree in the Tree Gnome Stronghold.

Combat Required: Yes, several fights against level 86 Black Demons and other foes.

Reward:

5 Quest Points

18,400 Attack XP

7,900 Agility XP

2,150 Magic XP

Access to a quicker transportation system within the Gnome Stronghold and beyond

Requirements

Skill Requirements:

25 Agility

This is the only skill requirement, but players with higher combat stats will benefit from easier fights during the quest.

Quest Requirements:

None. The Grand Tree can be started without any prior quests completed.

Items Needed:

1,000 coins (for paying the glider pilot)

Energy potions (recommended)

Food and combat gear (for Black Demon fight and other enemies)

Teleportation methods: Varrock Teleport, Ardougne Teleport, or Amulet of glory (for quicker travel)

Ring of dueling or other means to get to the Tree Gnome Stronghold quickly

How to Start the Quest

Location: The Grand Tree is located in the Tree Gnome Stronghold, north-west of Ardougne.

Speak to King Narnode Shareen on the bottom floor of the Grand Tree itself to start the quest.

The king will tell you that the Grand Tree, the heart of the Gnome Stronghold, is dying and needs saving.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

Step 1: Investigate the Dying Tree

After speaking to the king, you will receive a bark sample and a translation book.

Your first task is to show these items to Hazelmere, who lives on a small island east of Yanille.

To get there quickly, teleport to Yanille or use the Watchtower teleport (if unlocked), then cross the bridge east of Yanille to find Hazelmere's tower.

Once there, speak to Hazelmere. He will give you a cryptic message in a different language.

Step 2: Return to the King

Return to King Narnode in the Grand Tree. The king will help you translate Hazelmere’s message.

The translation reveals that someone named Glough, the stronghold's head tree guardian, might be involved.

The king then directs you to Glough, who lives just east of the Grand Tree.

Step 3: Confront Glough

Speak to Glough, who is highly suspicious but pretends innocence.

After the conversation, return to the king who tells you that Glough has been arrested.

Then, the king asks you to investigate further and search Glough's house.

Step 4: Search Glough's House

In Glough's house, search the cupboard to find a journal which contains damning evidence.

Bring this back to King Narnode.

Step 5: Glough’s Guards and the Shipyard

After showing the journal, King Narnode sends you to the shipyard in Karamja to gather more evidence.

Use the Gnome Glider (Ta Quir Priw) to get to Karamja.

Upon arrival, you will need to tell the foreman a secret password:

“Ka Lu Min”

The foreman will not believe you and attacks. He is level 23, easily defeated.

After defeating the foreman, you automatically obtain a shipment order, which you need to bring back to King Narnode.

Step 6: Glough’s Rebellion

Return to the Grand Tree, but you find Glough still in control of the situation.

After talking to the king, you will be shown to Glough’s watchtower.

Climb up to find Charlie the Gnome, who tells you of the secret path in the Grand Tree roots.

Step 7: The Dungeon and Black Demon Fight

Head to the roots of the Grand Tree via the trapdoor found just west of King Narnode.

Navigate the dungeon, where you’ll face a Black Demon (Level 86).

Tips for the Black Demon Fight:

Prayer: Use Protect from Melee if possible.

Ranged/Magic: Safe-spotting is possible using ranged or magic.

Food: Bring high-healing food like lobsters or better.

Once defeated, search the crates nearby to find Glough’s plans.

Step 8: Final Confrontation

Return to King Narnode and share the plans.

Despite your efforts, Glough denies involvement.

The king then sends you back to Hazelmere for confirmation.

Step 9: Hazelmere's Final Revelation

Go back to Hazelmere, who will confirm the contents of the plans and the danger.

Return to King Narnode for the final time.

Step 10: Quest Completion

After returning to the king, he thanks you for your efforts.

Quest Complete!

Rewards

Upon completion, you will receive:

5 Quest Points

18,400 Attack XP

7,900 Agility XP

2,150 Magic XP

Access to the Gnome Glider system for faster travel

Access to Crash Island (through subsequent quests)

Access to King Narnode’s Royal Seed Pod (through later content, handy teleport to the Grand Tree)

Tips and Recommendations

Level Recommendation: At least 50+ combat stats (Attack, Strength, Defence) for easy demon fights.

Agility XP Boost: The agility reward is a great boost for players below level 40 Agility.

Black Demon Strategy: If you struggle, safe-spotting with ranged or magic is highly effective.

Quest Chain: Completing The Grand Tree sets you up for:

Monkey Madness I

Tree Gnome Village

Monkey Madness II (eventually)

Teleportation: Using a Ring of dueling, Amulet of glory, and teleport spells can significantly cut down on travel time.

Trivia

The Grand Tree is one of the few quests that integrates combat, puzzle-solving, and exploration.

The quest deepens the lore of the Gnome race in OSRS, setting up future stories like Monkey Madness.

The Black Demon encountered is one of the first high-level enemies many players face, offering a skill check for combat readiness.

Conclusion

The Grand Tree quest in OSRS is an engaging mid-level adventure that rewards players with significant experience in multiple skills, unique travel access, and quest points. It combines story-rich content, combat challenges, and puzzle elements that remain enjoyable even after multiple playthroughs.

Whether you're questing for the rewards, experience, or to buy OSRS gold, The Grand Tree is a must-complete for any RuneScape adventurer looking to progress efficiently through the game's sprawling quest landscape.