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About the Server

Progression on Vanguard accelerates rapidly, offering a streamlined semi-custom experience that meticulously preserves the beloved aesthetics of Old School RuneScape. This server, launched on September 9th and built upon five years of dedicated backend development, ensures a cohesive visual identity without any jarring custom elements that detract from the authentic old-school feel. Players can anticipate a wealth of engaging features including potent Perks, powerful Sigils, Ruinous Prayers, and exclusive custom boss raids designed to challenge even the most seasoned adventurers. The inclusion of custom hearts and boosts, alongside stackable Flasks, further enhances the gameplay loop, making every session both dynamic and rewarding. Automated in-game giveaways and a robust boss party system foster a collaborative environment, while a comprehensive achievement system and collection log rewards provide long-term goals for dedicated players. The content pipeline for Vanguard is robust, with six months of planned releases already established prior to its launch. This ensures a steady stream of new challenges and opportunities for the player base. While the core experience draws heavily from familiar OSRS mechanics, the progression has been significantly accelerated, allowing players to quickly access and enjoy both the classic content and the server's unique custom additions. The item upgrading system is a cornerstone of this accelerated journey, enabling players to enhance their existing gear by incorporating previously acquired items, thereby building a stronger account with every step. This interwoven progression system means that every item earned and every milestone reached contributes meaningfully to your character's long-term power and potential. The distinct custom systems, such as the unique Perks and Sigils, are designed to fundamentally reshape how players approach combat and character development, making each decision impactful. Event bosses appear regularly, offering exciting limited-time challenges, and daily races inject a competitive spirit into the game. The integration of these elements ensures that the journey on Vanguard is constantly evolving, providing a fresh and engaging experience for all who join. The focus remains on delivering a familiar yet enhanced RuneScape adventure where player growth feels consistently rewarding and exciting. Discover a unique blend of classic RuneScape charm and accelerated, custom-enhanced gameplay. Vanguard offers a fast-paced journey with deep progression systems that reward your dedication. Come experience the difference and see where your adventure takes you.

Server Features

PvM Player versus Monster with boss encounters and raids
Ironman Self-sufficient Ironman game modes available
Gambling In-game gambling features and activities

Category

Semi-Custom

Votes this Month

803

Server

Vanguard

Toplist ID vanguard

Player Reviews

4.9 (331 reviews)
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flack you
Oct 6, 2026

This place is a really solid old-school experience with unique twists. I'm just starting out but it's got a lot of potential and is a fun learning curve!

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Satan
Oct 6, 2026

This server really shines with its active player base and frequent updates. The developers clearly care about making this a top-notch experience, and it shows in how polished everything feels. I'd definitely recommend giving it a try.

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lol
Oct 6, 2026

This server has some really cool and unique skilling methods I haven't seen elsewhere. I especially enjoyed the new Fishing spots and the Slayer Master rework. It makes training skills feel fresh and rewarding again.

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goblin
Oct 5, 2026

This server's endgame content is incredibly well done and offers a lot of replayability, easily standing out compared to others. It's clear a lot of thought went into making sure there's always something exciting to do.

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Barz
Oct 5, 2026

Slayer is a blast here and the rewards are definitely worth the effort. I've gotten some great drops and the tasks keep things interesting. Highly recommend getting your slayer level up!

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cancer
Oct 5, 2026

This server felt a bit overwhelming at first, and I didn't get much help from other players when I started out. It took some effort to figure things out on my own.

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Sassy
Oct 5, 2026

This game has a really solid grinding system with lots of different skills to train. It's been a great experience so far and I'm having a lot of fun.

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Jake
Oct 5, 2026

This server has some decent content, but it's definitely not perfect. Player interactions can be hit or miss, and sometimes it feels like there's a lack of direction. Still, there are moments that make it worth playing.

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Oldmanslams
Oct 4, 2026

There's always something new to grind for and acquire, even for endgame players. The content keeps coming and feels rewarding.

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Invy
Oct 3, 2026

This place totally exceeded my expectations! Everything is so well done and runs smoothly. It’s even better than I hoped it would be. Definitely a great server to call home.

Player Vouches

3,548 vouches
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Vouched by Strips & 59 more in the last 24 hours

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