Today, I'm excited to dive into some cool strategies to help you rake in serious gold with RS's latest Archaeology update. As a long-time fan, and now I'm eager to share the best money-making methods I've discovered.

Understanding the Archaeology Update

The Archaeology update introduced new locations, relics, and materials to RuneScape, providing fresh opportunities for players to earn RuneScape gold. One of the most lucrative activities involves hunting down pieces for the new off-hand items. This activity can yield between 5 to 6 million GP per hour. However, with the right strategies, you can boost your earnings even higher.

Boosting Earnings with Soil Collection

While working in the new Damim area, you can increase your earnings by collecting soil. Using the Auto-screener and the Tarpin torol sheets, you can gather more materials, potentially pushing your hourly earnings up to 7 million GP. This approach leverages the soil you gather, which is then cleaned automatically, increasing the volume of valuable materials you collect.

High-Value Materials: Cadmium Red and Malachite Green

One of the standout money-makers in the update is cadmium red. Selling at around 17,769 GP each, cadmium red is in high demand, making it a prime target for those looking to make quick profits. The same goes for malachite green and other similar materials, which can also fetch high prices.

Best Locations for Excavation

To maximize your profits, knowing where to excavate is crucial. In the Damim area, the best spot is near the security booth. Here, you can survey and collect materials like carbon black and orgon, which sell for 10,000 to 12,000 GP each. This location alone can yield substantial returns due to the high value of the materials found here.

Optimizing Your Equipment and Strategy

To achieve the best results, ensure your equipment and setup are optimized. Here’s what I recommend:

    • Tony’s Matic: With perks like Hone 6, Fortune 2, and Imp Soul 3, you'll significantly boost your material collection rate.

    • Level 20 Equipment: Higher levels mean more frequent activations of helpful perks, though even without level 20, you can still earn significant amounts.

    • Material Manual and High-Spec Monocle: These tools speed up progress, essential for maximizing your efficiency.

    • Flow State Relic: While this relic speeds up progress toward your artefact goal, it doesn’t give you soil. For higher earnings, use the Auto-screener and the sheets to collect soil and materials.

Efficient Route to Cadmium Red Caches

For those targeting cadmium red, the Draynor Village dungeon offers the best spots. Here’s how to get there:

    • Teleportation Options: Use the Wicked Hood teleport to the Runecrafting Guild and head to the bottom of the tower, or simply run down from the village.

    • Quest Requirements: Ensure you've completed "Rune Mysteries" and "Rune Memories" to access this area.

    • Navigating the Dungeon: Once inside, you’ll find three cadmium red caches. These caches are usually underpopulated, allowing you to gather materials with minimal competition.

Cadmium Red Gathering Efficiency

With optimal buffs and equipment, you can gather around 60 cadmium red per hour, equating to around 21.1 million GP. Using a water fiend familiar further boosts your gathering efficiency by providing extra materials.

Cost Considerations and Additional Tips

To maintain profitability, consider the following:

    • Buff Costs: Factor in the cost of sheets, manuals, and monocles.

    • Water Fiend Familiar: This familiar is crucial for maximizing material collection.

    • Sign of the Porter: While not essential for all players, it’s useful for those who can obtain it for free.

    • Refined Perk: This perk decreases the depletion rate of material caches, ideal for long, AFK sessions.

Long-Term Strategy: Selling vs. Storing Materials

Given the fluctuating prices of materials, a strategic approach is to sell high-value materials immediately while storing extras for later. This approach allows you to take advantage of high prices without spending excessive amounts on restoration. For instance, restoring carbon black artifacts can be significantly cheaper if done when prices stabilize.

Conclusion

The new Archaeology update in RuneScape has opened up exciting avenues for players to earn substantial amounts of RS gold. By focusing on high-value materials like cadmium red and optimizing your equipment and strategies, you can achieve impressive hourly earnings. Remember to adjust your approach based on market prices and personal goals to maximize your profits.

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