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The Clue Scroll Guide
Clue scrolls, also known as Treasure Trails, contain clues and riddles that a player must solve to eventually find a reward casket. These clues may involve combat and/or venturing into the wilderness. There are five tiers of treasure trails on PkHonor.
After the 06-JUN-2021 Update, Clues are no longer lost on death. Ultimate Ironmen will be able to leave this item in their death pile.
| Treasure Trail Tier Information | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier | Clue | Casket | Steps to Complete | How to Obtain | ||
| Easy |  | Clue scroll (easy) |  | Casket (easy trail) | 2 to 4 | Skilling Clues, PvM, Implings |
| Medium |  | Clue scroll (medium) |  | Casket (medium trail) | 3 to 5 | Skilling Clues, PvM, Implings |
| Hard |  | Clue scroll (hard) |  | Casket (hard trail) | 4 to 6 | Skilling Clues, PvM |
| Elite |  | Clue scroll (elite) |  | Casket (elite trail) | 5 to 7 | Skilling Clues, PvM, PvP |
| Master |  | Clue scroll (master) |  | Casket (master trail) | 6 to 8 | Watson, Complete lower Tier Treasure Trails |
Obtaining Clue Scrolls
PvM Sources
PvM is one of the main sources of clue scrolls in-game. Any NPC with a combat level of 70 or more has a chance of dropping a clue scroll on death. For fast clues, it is recommended to Barrage/Chin and/or Cannon if possible. Unlocking the Treasure Hunter Slayer Perk will increase the clue scroll drop rate when on a Slayer Task. Almost all Monsters that drop Elite Clues also drop Hard Clues.
| Clue Tier | NPC Combat Level | Commonly Killed Monsters |
|---|---|---|
| Easy | 70-139 | Dust Devils in the Catacombs of Kourend, Lost Souls, The Barrows Brothers, Abyssal Demons in the Catacombs of Kourend |
| Medium | 140-199 | Lizardman Shamans, Tortured Gorillas, Skeletal Monkeys under Ape Atoll |
| Hard | 200+ | Skotizo (Guaranteed), Lava Dragons, Scorpia, Chaos Fanatic, Crazy Archaeologist |
| Elite | 250+ | Lava Dragons, Frost Dragons, Nomad, Barrows Chest, Chaos Elemental, King Black Dragon, Callisto, Vet'ion, Venenatis, God Wars Dungeon Bosses |
Skilling Clues
Whenever you are Fishing, Woodcutting or Mining, there is a chance to obtain a Bottle, Nest or Geode respectively. The tier is decided at random and the type of fish, tree, or rock has no influence on whether you get an easy, medium, hard, or elite clue. The level requirement and your Fishing/Woodcutting/Mining level do however influence how often you will get a skilling clue. You can only have 1 of each tier of each type (so you can have up to 12 skilling clues at any given time). Clues obtained from these sources will never have combat steps.
When opening a bottle, nest, or geode, you are guaranteed to receive 1 clue scroll of the same tier. You can only open a bottle, nest, or geode if you do not already own a clue scroll of the same tier. There is also a small chance to get a special item when opening a bottle, nest, or geode.
| Skilling Clue Special Items | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Item | Description | Drop Rates | |
 | Fishbowl and net | Obtained from opening a Clue Bottle. Equipped in the Weapon Slot. Functions as a small fishing net. | Clue Bottle (easy): 1 in 440 Clue Bottle (medium): 1 in 410 Clue Bottle (hard): 1 in 380 Clue Bottle (elite): 1 in 351 |
 | Muskateer Hat | Obtained from opening a Clue Nest. A Cosmetic item with no special effects. | Clue Nest (easy): 1 in 440 Clue Nest (medium): 1 in 410 Clue Nest (hard): 1 in 380 Clue Nest (elite): 1 in 351 |
 | Black pickaxe | Obtained from opening a Clue Geode. Same speed as a dragon pickaxe with a lower level requirement. | Clue Geode (easy): 1 in 440 Clue Geode (medium): 1 in 410 Clue Geode (hard): 1 in 380 Clue Geode (elite): 1 in 351 |
Implings
Certain Implings will give easy or medium clue scrolls when caught barehanded. Opening Impling Jars will not have a chance at getting clues. Check the official PkHonor Drops page for the drop rates from each impling.
| Easy Clues | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Impling | Clue | Drop Rate | |
| Baby impling | | Clue scroll (easy) | 1/770 |
| Gourmet impling | | Clue scroll (easy) | 1/500 |
| Young impling | | Clue scroll (easy) | 1/500 |
| Earth impling | | Clue scroll (easy) | 1/385 |
| Essence impling | | Clue scroll (easy) | 1/303 |
| Medium Clues | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Impling | Clue | Drop Rate | |
| Magpie impling | | Clue scroll (medium) | 1/500 |
| Nature impling | | Clue scroll (medium) | 1/500 |
| Ninja impling | | Clue scroll (medium) | 1/385 |
| Pirate impling | | Clue scroll (medium) | 1/303 |
| Spirit impling | | Clue scroll (medium) | 1/303 |
| Zombie impling | | Clue scroll (medium) | 1/303 |
| Eclectic impling | | Clue scroll (medium) | 1/303 |
PvP Sources
Elite Clue Scrolls can be obtained from PvP. You must be ranked first or second on either the 7 day or 3 hour leaderboard for a chance at receiving an Elite clue scroll when you kill your opponent. This is one of, if not the best way to obtain Elite clue scrolls. The chance is higher if your opponent is your Bounty Hunter Target.
Note: To receive Elite clue scrolls from PvP you need to complete the Wilderness Achievement Diaries.
Master Clue Scrolls
Master Clue Scrolls can be obtained in two ways. In order to receive a master clue from Watson, the player must provide him with one Clue Scroll of each tier: Easy, Medium, Hard, and Elite. Watson can be found northwest of Varrock Square.
There is also a small chance to receive a Master Clue Scroll when completing a lower Tier Treasure Trail. This roll happens when the last step is completed and the casket appears in your inventory.
| Clue Tier | Master Clue Scroll Drop Rate | |
|---|---|---|
| | Clue scroll (easy) | 1 in 100 |
| | Clue scroll (medium) | 1 in 75 |
| | Clue scroll (hard) | 1 in 50 |
| | Clue scroll (elite) | 1 in 25 |
Scroll Boxes
Scroll boxes are a form of stackable clues. Players will receive Scroll boxes instead of regular clue drops once certain tiers of Combat Achievements have been completed.
| Combat Achievement Tier | Reward | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 | Easy |  | Ability to hold up to 3x Scroll boxes up to the Easy tier. |
 | Medium |  | Ability to hold up to 3x Scroll boxes up to the Medium tier. |
 | Hard |  | Ability to hold up to 3x Scroll boxes up to the Hard tier. |
 | Elite |  | Ability to hold up to 5x Scroll boxes up to the Elite tier. |
 | Master |  | Ability to hold up to 10x Scroll boxes of any tier. |
 | Grandmaster | | Ability to hold unlimited Scroll boxes of any tier. |
Rewards
The rewards for each clue tier are listed on the Wiki Drops page.
Milestone Items
Upon completing 100 Treasure Trails of each Tier, there is an additional reward. These Rewards can be claimed by speaking to Falo the Bard. To get to Falo the Bard, go to your magic spellbook → Towns → #3 Seers' Village → After teleporting, then Run North, a little bit west, then north again. See the Path below.
The Rewards are the following:
| Clue Tier | KC Required | Reward | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy | 100 KC |  | Explorer's Backpack |
| Medium | 100 KC |  | Uri's Hat |
| Hard | 100 KC |  | Briefcase |
| Elite | 100 KC |  | Scroll Sack |
| Master | 100 KC |  | Heavy Casket |
Bloodhound Pet
The Bloodhound Pet can also be obtained while completing Treasure Trails. Every time you complete a clue step, you have a chance at receiving the Bloodhound pet. The chance will depend on the tier of the clue step you're completing:
- Easy - 1/5000
- Medium - 1/4250
- Hard - 1/3500
- Elite - 1/3000
- Master - 1/2500
Ironmen Additional Rewards
Ironmen can obtain additional items from clue scrolls such as custom whips, Ex-ex parrots, and Bounty Hunter Shop items. The Ironman drop rate is split up into tiers:
- For Elite and Master clue caskets you first have a 1 in 100 chance to hit the Third Age Druidic table.
- For Elite and Master clue caskets you have a 1 in 5 chance to hit the Elite Ironman-only items (with all the Mbox items, Donator items and of course the custom whips).
- For Hard clue caskets you have a 1 in 8 change to hit the special Hard droptable with the Rune pouch, Ring of Vigour, Ex ex parrot, etc.
If non of the above are hit, you get drops from the regular droptable. All items on the Ironmen drop table have an equal chance of being obtained.
Solving a Treasure Trail
When Solving a Hard or Elite Clue step, there is a chance of being attacked by a Double Agent. The Double Agent uses a Melee attack, so use Protect/Deflect from Melee. Skilling clues will not contain combat steps.
When solving a Master Clue step, there is a chance for two types of ambushes to occur. When digging in a Single-Combat Zone, a Brassican Mage may spawn. The Mage attacks with a typeless attack, so protection prayers will have no effect here. When digging in a Multi-Combat Zone, 3 Ancient Wizards may spawn. Each wizard uses a different attack style and can hit fairly high, requiring players to be prepared for a three-on-one fight. Skilling clues will not contain combat steps.
When completing an Elite or Master Treasure Trail, you'll have a 1/40 chance (Elite) or a 1/15 chance (Master) of obtaining a Mimic casket.
Items that are used for completing clue steps can be stored with the STASHer NPC northeast of Varrock Square. This service costs 400 PkHonor Points to unlock and is highly recommended for Ultimate Ironmen.
Coordinates
Coordinate Clues require digging at a specified location. Locations can be found using a sextant, watch, and chart through trial and error methods. Alternatively, use the guide below to go to the exact location and dig. When digging, there is a chance of being attacked by a Double Agent. Pray Melee and kill him to receive a clue. Skilling clues will not contain combat steps.
| Coordinates | Location Picture |
|---|---|
| 7 degrees 37 minutes North, 21 degrees 41 minutes East South West of Cooking Guild Teleport to Varrock. Run West out of the city. |  |
| 8 degrees 24 minutes North, 15 degrees 5 minutes East South West of Taverley tree patch Teleport to Taverley. Run Southeast. |  |
| 9 degrees 35 minutes North, 10 degrees 31 minutes East South East of Camelot Castle Teleport to Farming. Run West. |  |
| 9 degrees 56 minutes North, 4 degrees 31 minutes East Coal Trucks Teleport to Thieving. Run Northwest past the Fishing Guild. Continue North. |  |
| 10 degrees 5 minutes North, 1 degree 13 minutes East Gnome Stronghold Teleport to Gnome Agility Course. Run North. |  |
| 11 degrees 11 minutes South, 10 degrees 41 minutes East Ape Atoll Teleport to Ape Atoll. Run North. |  |
| 11 degrees 15 minutes North, 7 degrees 22 minutes East Seers' Village Hops Patch Teleport to Seers' Village. Run North. |  |
| 11 degrees 45 minutes North, 38 degrees 31 minutes East North of Ectofunctus Teleport to Port Phasmatys. Run North. |  |
| 12 degrees 5 minutes North, 14 degrees 58 minutes East East of Warrior's Guild Teleport to Slayer Master Turael. Run Northwest. |  |
| 15 degrees 1 minute North, 23 degrees 58 minutes East North West of chaos temple (Level 16 Wilderness) Teleport to Green Dragons. Run West then Southwest. |  |
| 16 degrees 22 minutes North, 25 degrees 48 minutes East West of Green Dragons (Level 21 Wilderness) Teleport to Green Dragons. Run West. |  |
| 16 degrees 52 minutes North, 6 degrees 45 minutes East Rellekka Teleport to Rock Crabs. Run West and hop the fence. Continue West. |  |
| 25 degrees 1 minutes North, 17 degrees 3 minutes East Frost dragons (Level 55 Wilderness) Teleport to the Wilderness Agility Course. Run West then North. |  |
Arrow
When you receive the arrow clue, it will be pointing in a specific direction. You need to go in the direction that it is pointing. You know you are close to the spot when the arrow begins to turn white. Once it's a solid white colour and starts spinning around when you move just one spot, it means you are in the right location and need to dig. When digging, there is a chance of being attacked by a Double Agent. Pray Melee and kill him to receive a clue. Skilling clues will not contain combat steps. Below is a list of common arrow locations.
| Location Description | Location Picture |
|---|---|
| Southwest of Barbarian Village Teleport to Falador. Run north through the gates. Run East along the wall. |  |
| East of Draynor Village Teleport to Draynor Village with an Amulet of Glory. |  |
| Southwest of Ardougne Center Teleport to Thieving. Run Southwest. |  |
| South of Green Dragons Teleport to the wilderness Green Dragons. Run South. |  |
| Al Kharid Mine Teleport to Al Kharid. Run North. |  |
| Lumbridge Swamp Teleport to Lumbridge. Run West to the entrance of the swamp. Run South. |  |
| South of Seers' Village Bank Teleport to Seers' Village. Run South. |  |
| North of Lava Dragon Isle Teleport to Black Chinchompas. Run North, then East. |  |
| Northwest of Green Dragons Teleport to the wilderness Green Dragons. Run Northwest. |  |
| Wilderness Scorpion Pit Pull the lever in Edgeville. Run North, then East |  |
| Thurgo's hut, Mudskipper Point Teleport to Pest Control. Take the boat to the North. Run Southwest. |  |
| Dark Wizard Stone Circle Teleport to Varrock. Run South. |  |
| Brimhaven Town Square Teleport to Theiving. Take the boat to the south. Run South to the town center. |  |
| Outside of Legends Guild Teleport to Theiving. Run East past the Legends Guild. |  |
| Kandarin Monastary Teleport to the Ardougne Bush Patch. Run Southwest. |  |
Instruction (Dig/Search)
Travel to the location indicated by the clue. Dig at the location required. Click on an object to search it.
| Instructions | Location Picture |
|---|---|
| Dig up groceries in the garden of the monastery next to the edge of the wilderness. Teleport to Edgeville. Run Northwest to the ditch. Run West and then South to the Monastary. |  |
| Dig at the southern entrance of the Tree Gnome Village. Teleport to Yanille. Run East through the gates to the North wall of the city. Use the shortcut to cross the wall. Run Northwest to Tree Gnome Village. |  |
| Dig at the entrance of Rellekka. Teleport to Rock Crabs using the combat training teleports. Run along the western fence towards south, once the fence ends go west along the fence. |  |
| Dig at the Shantay Pass entrance. Teleport to Al Kharid. Run South to Shanray Pass. |  |
| Dig in front of the statue of the white knights. Teleport to the Center of Falador. |  |
| Dig in front of the chaos altar inside the chaos temple. Teleport to Edgeville. Run Northeast all the way to the chaos altar. (Level 13 Wilderness) |  |
| Dig at the iron rocks north of Al-Kharid. Teleport to Al Kharid. Run North to the Mine. Dig at every iron rock in the Mine. |  |
| Dig at the runite rocks in level 46 wild. Teleport to the KBD Lair. Run Northeast to the runite rocks. |  |
| Dig at the gate separating Lumbridge from Al-Kharid. Teleport to Lumbridge. Run East to the gate. |  |
| Dig at the chapel entrance near Port Sarim. Teleport to Pest Control. Take the boat to the North. Run Southwest to the Chapel. |  |
| Dig at the King Black Dragon Gates. Teleport to the KBD Lair. Run to the Gate. |  |
| Dig at the hole in the ground in the Barbarian Village. Teleport to Edgeville. Run South. |  |
| Dig directly in front of the door inside of the mining guild. Teleport to Skilling teleports –> Mining. Slightly south-west, dig inside the guild door. |  |
| Dig near the ogre barricade at Jiggig. Teleport to Castle Wars. Run slightly east then go south from the bridge and continue south. |  |
| Search the bookcases in the Wizard's Tower. Teleport to Draynor Village with Amulet of Glory. Run South to the Wizard's Tower. |  |
| Search the stacked crates at the Lumbridge general store. Teleport to Lumbridge. Run North to the General Store. |  |
| Search the chest at the east wall of the building north of the Wilderness resource area. Teleport to Edgeville. Use the lever to the south of the bank. Run North and then East. |  |
| Search the crate near the tea stall at Varrock's east wall. Teleport to Varrock. Run East and then South. |  |
| Search the bookcases in Father Urhney's house. Teleport to Lumbridge. Run West to the entrance of the swamp. Run South to the house. |  |
| Search the boxes in the bedroom in the Wizard's Tower. Teleport to Draynor Village with Amulet of Glory. Run South to the Wizard's Tower. Climb to the second floor. |  |
| Search the bookcase in the house near Yanille's Sandpit. Teleport to Yanille. Run East through the gate. Enter the house to the North. |  |
| Search the crates in the Ardougne Monastery. Teleport to farming bush patch south of Ardougne. Enter the Monastery and search the crates. KEEP IN MIND IT CAN BE THAT ONE DIAGONAL BOX |  |
| Search the crates in the smithy in seers village. Teleport to Seers Village. Run slightly north-west within the smithing building and search the crates. |  |
| Pray at the altar in Heroes Guild. Teleport to Taverley through Towns teleports. Run north until you see heroes guild go in and go up the stairs. |  |
Emotes
Equip the items required by the clue. Go to the location and perform the proper emote. There is a chance to be attacked by a Double Agent. Pray Melee and kill him to receive a new clue or casket.
| Instructions | Location Picture |
|---|---|
| Bow at the entrance of the legends guild, equip iron platelegs, a shortbow and an emerald amulet. Teleport to Thieving. Run East out of the city to the Legends Guild. |  |
| Cheer at the Dark Wizards' Circle, equip a bronze 2h sword, an iron full helm and wizard boots. Teleport to Varrock. Run South out of the city. |  |
| Cry at the Catherby ranging shop, equip a hardleather body, an amulet of glory (3) and a dragon med helm. Teleport to Fishing. Run west to the ranging shop. |  |
| Cry at the Tzhaar gem store, equip a tzhaar-ket-om, a fire cape and rune boots. Teleport to the Fight Caves. Run Southeast to the gem store. |  |
| Do the 'Raspberry' emote at the Rogues in the Fight Arena. Beware of the Double Agent. Equip the following items: Leather Body, Iron Dagger, and Leather Boots. Teleport to Yanille. Enter the town, run alongside the northern wall until you reach a tunnel, go through that and continue north until you see a pub sign in your minimap. |  |
| Clap near Captain Babacus at the Lizardman Canyon. Beware of the Double Agent. Equip the following items: Shayzien Platebody (1), Blue D'hide Chaps, Blurite Crossbow. Teleport to the Lizardman Canyon using the Monsters Teleport > Lizardman Shaman. |  |
Wise Old Man / Estate Agent
These clues will tell you to talk to either the Wise Old Man or the Estate Agent while wearing an item. This is the list of all items you may need. The Wise Old Man is located in the center of Edgeville. The Estate Agent is located in Varrock Center, northwest of the fountain. Equip your required item and talk to the NPC to receive a new clue or casket.
| Item | How to Obtain | |
|---|---|---|
 | Granite Shield | Gargoyles |
 | Dragon Full Helm | Several Monsters |
 | Blurite Crossbow | Skilling |
 | Dragonstone Ring | Crafting |
 | Onyx Ring | Crafting |
 | Onyx Amulet | Crafting |
 | Amulet of Power | Crafting |
 | Dark Bow | Dark Beasts |
 | Rune Defender | Warriors Guild |
 | Iron Defender | Warriors Guild |
 | Adamant Scimitar | Smithing |
 | Barb-tail Harpoon | Hunter |
Falo the Bard
To find Falo the Bard, go to your magic spellbook → Towns → #3 Seers' Village → After teleporting, then Run North, a little bit west, then north again. See the Path below.
Use the item described in the clue on Falo to receive a new clue.
| Clue | Item | How to Obtain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| A shiny helmet of flight, to obtain this with melee, struggle you might. |  | Armadyl Helmet | Armadyl |
| No attack to wield, only strength is required, made of obsidian but with no room for a shield. |  | TzHaar-ket-om (obsidian maul) | TzHaar Weapon Shop |
| A blood red weapon, a strong curved sword, found on the island of primate lords. |  | Dragon Scimitar | ::shops |
| A bow of elven craft was made, it shimmers bright, but soon will fade. |  | Crystal Bow Full | Elf Warriors on Crash Island |
| It can hold down a boat or crush a goat, this object, you see, is quite heavy. |  | Barrelchest Anchor | Barrelchest |
| A molten beast with fiery breath, you aquire these with its death. |  | Lava Dragon Bones | Lava Dragons. |
| To slay a dragon you must first do, before this chest piece can be put on you. |  | Rune Platebody | Smithing or ::shops |
| Penance healers runner and more, obtaining this body often gives much deplore. |  | Fighter Torso | PkHonor store in ::shops |
| A book that preaches of some great figure, lending strength, might, and vigour. |  | Any Godbook | Battlemages in mage arena, ::shops, Jellies |
| A sword held in the other hand, red its colour, Cyclops strength you must withstand. |  | Dragon Defender | Kalphite Queen |
| A red top worn by the elders, at the chaotic temple they shelter. |  | Elder Chaos Top | Elder Chaos Druids (at the Chaos Temple at level 16 Wilderness) |
Monster Tasks
Some clues will require you to kill a certain NPC. Here are some common ones.
| Instructions | Boss Guide |
|---|---|
| Kill a Dagannoth Supreme | DKS |
| Kill the Kalphite Queen | Kalphite Queen |
| Kill a poison spider at the King Black Dragon lair entrance | N/A |
| Kill a *random* battlemage at the mage arena | N/A |
| Kill a Barrows Brother in his lair | Barrows Brothers |
| Kill the undead frozen dragon asleep on Ungael | Vorkath |
| Kill a green dragon (in the wilderness) | N/A |
Combat Achievements & Scroll Boxes (14-APR-2024 Update)
Impling Clues (18-NOV-2022 Update)
Additional Clue Rewards (17-AUG-2022 Update)
Bloodhound & Mimic (17-AUG-2022 Update)
S.T.A.S.H. Units (06-JUN-2021 Update)
Master Clue Reward Additions (23-JUL-2019 Update)
Master Clues & Skilling Clues (15-JUN-2018 Update)