We discuss the latest RuneScape news and straight talk on updates and community happenings. Plus we answer listeners' Runescape questions, chat about Runescape in general, and marvel at the tech news of the week.
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Hosts: Shane, Lemon, and Xurdones Jagex asks what RuneScape’s endgame should look like. What isn’t working, what needs rebalancing, and what’s out of scope? Plus Leagues II has its first 200m all player. What does that tell us about progression and the point of Leagues? For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93419) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 2:22:40
Hosts: Shane, Avernic, and Xurdones Leagues II is changing. Region unlocks are getting easier, rare drops are getting boosted, and we finally have region and relic stats. What do those choices tell us about where Equilibrium works and where its design may miss the mark? For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93418) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 2:09:06
Hosts: Shane, Pyrnassius, and Xurdones Leagues II is underway, and we’re already finding out where region locking works in RuneScape and where it doesn’t. We discuss the choices that actually matter, the ways players are getting around them, and the meta already starting to emerge. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93417) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:39:53
Hosts: Shane, Bears, Thaxy, and Xurdones Leagues II starts tomorrow, and it’s time to theorycraft our picks. We break down our regions, relics, and combat blessings. Are there actually wrong choices, and which combinations could make for the best League? For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93416) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 2:22:27
Hosts: Shane and Xurdones Quest Helper and other plugins are shown off in RuneScape’s plugin API preview. Will efficient play eventually mean using them? Also, the Marketplace U-turn, trophy heads, and a second round of Leagues II combat blessings. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93415) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:39:21
Hosts: Shane, Bears, Xurdones, and Zant Leagues II promises stronger relics, harder choices, and combat that could reshape the event. We break down Leagues II: Equilibrium, test the POH fixes, examine the GE upgrades, and ask whether Tzek’Haar cosmetics are the right future for RuneScape. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93414) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:39:56
Hosts: Shane, Lemon, and Xurdones Construction training is finally fast enough, but is the skill actually better? We compare workbenches, contracts, and Fort reinforcements, ask whether the Mid-Game Rebalance fixes the mid-game, and begin theorycrafting Leagues II. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93413) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:58:34
Hosts: Shane, Earth, and Xurdones Player Owned Housing is back - but does it matter again? We’ve been building our houses, testing utility, and asking who 120 Construction is really for. Also, ending build and destroy training, the future of house parties, and damaged artefact storage. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93412) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:55:37
Hosts: Shane, Lemon, Pyrnassius, and Xurdones Everything changes with The Road Ahead. 120 Construction, Leagues II: Equilibrium, and Havenhythe part II pave the road to RuneFest. Which has us asking, what is the ultimate reason to welcome back old friends? Also, the mid-game update preview. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93411) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 2:33:28
Hosts: Shane, Avernic, and Xurdones Moonrise dig site lore returns with divine colossi, ascension, blood cults, and Vampyrium futures. Between souls and drinking blood we discuss the origin of vampyres and eventually Vampyrium. Also, the demise of gods and a potential new elder artefact. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93409) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 2:06:44
Hosts: Shane, Xurdones, Avernic, and Tanis Moonrise has put Archaeology back in focus, so we return to the skill that became RuneScape’s gold standard: why its launch worked, why its loops still hold up, and where six years of relics, lore, and leveling have exposed the cracks. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93407) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:42:57
Hosts: Shane, Avernic, and Xurdones Archaeology returns with the Moonrise dig site. Covering artefacts, mysteries, and rewards we take a dip into some of the juicy tidbits of the First Age Nakkirian civilization. Also, fables, API plugins, and the Grand Exchange. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93406) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:56:51
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Xurdones, and Zant The Player Avatar Rework arrives after years of development and modernizes our treasured RuneScape characters. We showcase the base avatar and hairstyles, look at the female model, and ask the big question: is it RuneScape-y and does it fit into the game? For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93402) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:33:23
Hosts: Shane, Avernic, and Xurdones We uncover the Secrets of Amberfell in the most recent Havenhythe update. Questions are asked including what are the citizens of Amberfell at their core, what is a colossi while we meet Inanna, and can we actually trust Anya? For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93399) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:44:20
Hosts: Shane and Pyrnassius Graphical rendering changes improve RuneScape’s rough and shiny materials. Havenhythe drop rates are revealed but is one specific item too rare? Finally, Dungeoneering patch notes may have just answered the big question: how do you balance XP? For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93397) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:20:59
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Avernic, Xurdones, and Zant Dungeoneering speedrunning arrives and critical path meta training is nerfed. Should full completion be the new meta? We also discuss what a fully reworked Dungeoneering support skill would look like including Delves, lore, boss, and skilling drops! For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93396) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:42:05
Hosts: Shane, Lemon, Pyrnassius, and Zant Dungeoneering is remastered and we share our first experiences. Should Dungeoneering XP be focused on a critical path or full Dungeons? We delve into whether or not XP is too high, where ruinous weapons sit, and the awkward spot of Dungeoneering combat. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93395) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:52:02
Hosts: Shane, Pyrnassius, and Zant The Player Avatar Beta is live giving us the first look at RuneScape’s new avatar. Does the new avatar bridge the gap between RuneScape’s past and 2026 vision? We evaluate faces, bodies, and outfits. Also, a preview of the Dungeoneering remaster. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93394) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 2:17:24
Hosts: Shane, Lemon, and Pyrnassius RuneScape returns to squares with another round of visual decluttering. Discussions begin on the mid-game re-balance but what actually is the mid-game? Can it be fixed by simply changing numbers? Also our thoughts on Agility, Herblore, and Slayer. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93390) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 2:01:38
Hosts: Shane and Pyrnassius GameJam QoL brings changes to enrage, portals, and the rune pouch including rollbacks. The quarterly survey check-in raises and answers questions about the Road to Restoration and what players are excited for. Also, a Leagues skilling update. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93388) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:57:24
Hosts: Shane, Pyrnassius, and Zant Auras are removed from RuneScape with their boosts and buffs spread through the game. Aspects raise more questions than answers as they simply do not feel right. Should they even exist at all? Also, a preview of upcoming rendering updates. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93387) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:55:27
Hosts: Shane, Cireon, Dave, and Pyrnassius Leagues VI: Demonic Pacts is just a few days away and the theorycrafting has begun. Hard choices have been made but it’s clear that the theorycrafting is far from over. Regions, relics, and impactful pacts shape the path of Leagues VI. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93386) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 3:28:38
Hosts: Shane, Avernic, Pyrnassius, and Xurdones Havenhythe’s quests ground RuneScape’s story and get us hooked. Lore and exploration have us theorizing where the Sanguine storyline goes. What role do Colossi, Erebus, and the First Age play? Also, crabs, the Blooming Burrow, and Dowdun Reach. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93385) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 2:35:18
Hosts: Shane, Avernic, Pyrnassius, and Xurdones Havenhythe drops as RuneScape’s newest expansion. Havenhythe is a new starting experience but what does it have for veteran RuneScape players? We discuss 110 Hunter, Masterwork ranged, combat, and new skilling attractions. Also, the philosophy of the POH. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93382) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 2:06:54
Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Thaxy, and Xurdones RuneScape’s DailyScape Overhaul arrives with surprises including the survival of daily challenges and sinkholes. Are daily challenges remaining in-game a problem? We discuss that and our relief with reducing dailies, shop runs, and time-locked gameplay. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums (https://www.rsbandb.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=93379) for detailed discussion on each episode. Duration: 1:56:18
