Hunting Maniacal Monkeys Osrs

Training Prayer in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) can be a demanding and expensive task, but one of the most efficient methods involves hunting Maniacal Monkeys. These creatures, found deep within the Ape Atoll Dungeon, offer some of the best Prayer XP rates in the game when using the Ectofuntus or the bone crusher alongside a combat method. However, this method requires solid preparation, good understanding of the area, and some specific quest prerequisites. This guide will help players navigate every aspect of hunting Maniacal Monkeys efficiently, with all the necessary information to optimize your XP rates and survival.

Requirements and Prerequisites

Quest Requirements

Before you can even reach the Maniacal Monkeys, several quests must be completed:

• Monkey Madness II: This is the most critical requirement, as the Maniacal Monkeys reside in the Ape Atoll Dungeon unlocked after completing this grandmaster quest.
• Recipe for Disaster (Partial): Unlocking access to Ape Atoll helps with transportation.
• Fairy Tale II – Cure a Queen: For fairy ring access to transportation routes.

Stat Recommendations

Although not strictly required, high combat stats will significantly increase your efficiency and survivability.

• 70+ Prayer (for Piety or Rigour/Augury)
• 80+ Ranged or Magic (depending on attack method)
• 70+ Defence and Hitpoints (for sustain)

How to Get to the Maniacal Monkeys

Traveling to Ape Atoll Dungeon

The quickest way to reach the Maniacal Monkeys is through the use of thegrand seed podobtained during Monkey Madness II. This teleports you directly to the crash site cavern. From there:

• Climb down the rope to enter the dungeon
• Follow the tunnel south to the Maniacal Monkey area

Alternative Travel Options

• Use theFairy Ring (code CLR)and run southeast if you don’t have the pod
• Teleport to Ape Atoll and traverse through the cave system manually

What Makes Maniacal Monkeys Ideal for Prayer Training?

Maniacal Monkeys are ideal for Prayer training due to thebonecrusher and salve amulet synergy. Each kill provides bones, and the bonecrusher automatically grants Prayer XP when bones are dropped. Combine this with chinning or bursting, and you can hit multiple monkeys at once, resulting in thousands of Prayer XP per hour along with decent combat XP and profit if loot is collected.

Bonecrusher XP Rates

• XP per kill: ~70-90 Prayer XP (based on bones and prayer bonus)
• XP per hour: Up to 250k+ Prayer XP with maxed gear and methods

Benefits of This Method

• Stacked enemies allow for efficient AOE damage
• Prayer XP is passively gained through the bonecrusher
• Good synergy with Slayer and Ranged/Magic training

Best Combat Method: Chinning vs. Bursting

Chinning (Ranged)

Using red or grey chinchompas offers great AOE damage. Chins hit multiple enemies based on your target and surrounding mobs. This method is efficient if you want to focus on Ranged XP while training Prayer.

• Gear: Full Void, Armadyl, or Elite Void with Ava’s Assembler
• Weapon: Red Chinchompas or Grey for cheaper alternative
• Prayer: Rigour for maximum accuracy and damage

Bursting/Barraging (Magic)

Using Ice Burst or Ice Barrage is another top method, offering excellent crowd control and XP per cast. While more expensive, Magic combat allows you to freeze monkeys in place.

• Gear: Ancestral, Ahrim’s, or Mystic robes with a Slayer helmet (imbued)
• Spell: Ice Burst (cheaper) or Ice Barrage (more efficient)
• Prayer: Use Augury for boosted magic stats

Inventory and Equipment Setup

Core Items

• Bonecrusher: Essential for passive Prayer XP
• Salve Amulet (e) or (ei): Boosts damage against undead monsters (Maniacal Monkeys are undead)
• Prayer Potions: Sustain Protect from Melee and boosting prayers
• Rune Pouch: For burst/barrage spell runes
• Chinchompas or Ancient Staff/Kodai Wand: Based on combat method

Recommended Equipment

Magic Gear

• Helmet: Slayer Helm (i) or Ancestral Hat
• Body: Ancestral Robe Top or Ahrim’s Robe Top
• Legs: Ancestral Robe Bottom or Ahrim’s Robe Skirt
• Weapon: Ancient Staff, Kodai Wand, or Trident of the Swamp (non-bursting)

Ranged Gear

• Helmet: Slayer Helm (i), Armadyl Helmet, or Void Helm
• Body: Elite Void or Armadyl Chestplate
• Legs: Elite Void or Armadyl Chainskirt
• Weapon: Red Chinchompas

Best Prayer Setup

Protect from Melee is mandatory when inside the Maniacal Monkey room. Additional prayers should boost offensive stats based on your chosen combat style.

• Protect from Melee: Constantly active to prevent high damage
• Rigour: When using Ranged
• Augury: When using Magic
• Piety: Only used if training Melee (not recommended here)

Tips for Efficiency

Stacking Monkeys

Positioning is everything. Running around the room allows monkeys to stack onto a single tile, maximizing your AOE damage output. Use corners or obstacles to manipulate their pathing.

Safe Spot Usage

There are some safe spots where you can trap monkeys behind corners or objects. While less efficient for XP rates, this can save Prayer potions on extended trips or lower levels.

Using Thralls or Vengeance

Players with access to the Arceuus spellbook can summon Thralls to add passive DPS, increasing kill rates slightly. Vengeance may help for niche scenarios but isn’t necessary.

Loot and Profit

While the focus is Prayer XP, Maniacal Monkeys drop some valuable items like herbs, noted seeds, and coins. If you bring alch runes or use a Looting Bag, some profit can be made during longer trips.

Hunting Maniacal Monkeys in OSRS is a high-efficiency training method for players aiming to gain massive Prayer experience while also benefiting from Magic or Ranged combat XP. With the right setup including bonecrusher, salve amulet, and proper gear this method can outperform traditional Prayer training at a fraction of the cost. It requires some investment in quests and supplies, but the payoff is well worth it for those seeking optimal experience gains in Old School RuneScape. Be sure to experiment with your positioning and gear for best results and enjoy a streamlined route to 99 Prayer.