In Old School RuneScape (OSRS), the Ring of Dueling is a versatile and essential item that offers quick teleportation to the Clan Wars area, the Duel Arena, and the Ferox Enclave. For Ironman players, who rely solely on self-sufficiency without trading with other players, crafting Rings of Dueling can be a major time saver and a great skill training method. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about making Rings of Dueling efficiently as an Ironman, from gathering materials to crafting the rings themselves, and optimizing your process for maximum gains.

What Is a Ring of Dueling?

A Ring of Dueling is a craftable jewelry item that provides three teleports per charge:

Clan Wars

Duel Arena

Ferox Enclave

Each ring has 8 charges, and they can be recharged by crafting new rings or using the Crafting Guild bank chest if you have one. Because of their teleports, they are invaluable for Ironmen who need to save time traveling across Gielinor, especially when training skills like Combat, Agility, or Woodcutting.

Why Make Rings of Dueling as an Ironman?

No Reliance on the Grand Exchange: Ironmen can’t buy Rings of Dueling from the GE, so crafting your own is essential.

Teleportation Convenience: Rings of Dueling speed up transportation, allowing you to access key training spots faster.

Crafting XP: Making Rings of Dueling is a consistent source of Crafting experience, helping you level up the skill efficiently.

Profitable Use of Materials: The required materials are relatively easy to obtain and reusable, making the process sustainable.

Materials Needed to Make Rings of Dueling

To craft a Ring of Dueling, you’ll need:

Gold Bars (1 per ring)

Gems (1 Ruby per ring, cut)

Crafting level 25+

Talisman: Earth Talisman or Earth Tiara

Where to Get These Materials as an Ironman:

1.Gold Bars:

Mine gold ore at the Mining Guild, Al Kharid mine, or the Crafting Guild (once unlocked).

Smelt gold ore in a furnace to create gold bars. The furnace in Al Kharid is the most convenient for beginners.

2.Rubies:

Obtain uncut rubies through monster drops, mining gems in Shilo Village, or buying from gem shops once you have enough gold.

Cut rubies with a chisel (Crafting level 27 required).

3.Earth Talisman or Tiara:

Complete the Rune Mysteries quest to unlock tiaras and talismans.

Earth talismans can be obtained from monster drops or purchased from certain shops if you have enough OSRS gold and access.

Step-by-Step Guide to Making Rings of Dueling

Step 1: Mine and Smelt Gold Bars

Head to a mining area like Al Kharid or the Mining Guild. Mine gold ore until you have enough for your desired number of rings.

Smelt the gold ore at a furnace, turning ore into bars.

Step 2: Gather and Cut Rubies

Collect uncut rubies from monster drops or gem rocks in Shilo Village.

Use a chisel to cut the rubies into gems.

Step 3: Acquire the Earth Talisman or Tiara

Use an Earth talisman or wear an Earth tiara to craft elemental jewelry.

Tiara crafting requires completing Rune Mysteries and some crafting quests for convenience.

Step 4: Craft the Rings

Use the gold bar on a furnace and select "Ring" to craft a plain gold ring.

Use the Earth talisman or Tiara and the gold bar with a furnace to create an elemental ring base.

Use the cut ruby on the elemental ring to craft the Ring of Dueling.

Crafting Locations

The most efficient furnace locations for Ironmen making Rings of Dueling are:

Al Kharid Furnace: Easy to access, near a bank, making banking materials quick.

Crafting Guild Furnace: Available once you have level 40 Crafting and access, close to a bank chest, perfect for mass crafting.

TzHaar City Furnace: Not the most convenient but useful if you’re in the area for other activities.

Tips to Speed Up the Process

Use the Ring Mould: Get the Ring mould from the Crafting Guild or from a random event, which allows you to craft rings instead of bracelets or necklaces.

Bank Chest Usage: If you can access the Crafting Guild, the bank chest near the furnace significantly reduces run time.

Stack Materials: Bring as many gold bars and cut rubies as possible to minimize bank trips.

Boost Crafting XP: Wear Crafting-boosting gear or use potions if available to speed up leveling while crafting.

Alternative Methods to Obtain Rings of Dueling

While crafting your own is the primary method as an Ironman, you can also:

Receive Rings as Drops: Some monsters, especially in the Duel Arena or Clan Wars areas, might drop Rings of Dueling, but this is rare and unreliable.

Quest Rewards: Certain quests might give rings or similar teleportation jewelry.

However, these methods won’t be consistent enough for regular use.

Why Rings of Dueling Are Worth the Investment

Teleport Convenience: Saving minutes every day on travel quickly adds up.

Crafting Skill Training: Consistently crafting rings boosts your Crafting level efficiently.

Sustainable Mesos Management: Since Ironmen can’t buy or trade, crafting is the best sustainable option.

Useful in PVM and Skilling: Teleporting to the Duel Arena or Clan Wars is helpful for various activities and daily tasks.

Making Rings of Dueling as an Ironman in OSRS is a vital skill that combines crafting proficiency with efficient resource management. By mining your own gold, cutting your gems, and crafting rings yourself, you maintain independence from the Grand Exchange and build a steady supply of teleport rings that enhance your gameplay across all activities.

With the right setup, crafting Rings of Dueling is not just a utility—it's a sustainable way to train your Crafting skill and save precious time traversing the vast world of Gielinor. Start gathering your materials today, and enjoy the convenience and XP gains this essential jewelry brings!