OSRS Sailing Offhand Guide | Aquanite Hopper
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The Aquanite Hopper is the newest offhand weapon added with Sailing, giving crossbow users a fun mid-game upgrade that mixes power with a little RNG. It’s not endgame, but it’s a clever tool for anyone who loves ranged setups.
How the Aquanite Hopper Works
The Aquanite Hopper is a ranged offhand that requires level 60 Ranged to equip. When used with a crossbow, it has a 10% chance to fire a second bolt. That extra bolt only hits at 33% effectiveness though, since it deals reduced damage, accuracy, and enchanted bolt effect chance. It’s basically a semi-lucky double shot that helps stretch DPS in longer fights.
Stats and Bonuses
The item gives positive ranged stats while lightly penalizing melee and magic. It’s meant for dedicated crossbow users, not hybrid setups.
| Bonus Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Stab | -5 |
| Slash | -5 |
| Crush | -3 |
| Magic | -13 |
| Ranged | +12 |
| Ranged Strength | +1 |
It weighs just 0.01 kg, so you’ll stay light and mobile even with full ranged gear on.
Crafting and Requirements
You can smith the Aquanite Hopper with 60 Smithing at an anvil. It takes one Aquanite tendon and one mithril bar. The tendon drops from Aquanites, which now only need 78 Slayer to kill after Jagex reduced the requirement from 83.
It gives 350 Smithing XP when made, and has a 1% chance to produce burbs when created.
When to Use It
The Aquanite Hopper is perfect for players who are still using mid-tier crossbows like rune or dragon. It bridges the gap before the Twisted Buckler or other high-end offhands. It’s great for God Wars trips, Slayer, or casual bossing since the passive bolt duplication just adds steady DPS without effort.
Works well with enchanted bolts
Ideal for mid-level PvM and Slayer grinds
Not meant for endgame, but very cost-efficient
Balance and Dev Notes
Jagex designed the Hopper to fill a gap between early crossbow setups and the expensive bucklers. It’s not supposed to redefine ranged metas or beat weapons like the Bow of Faerdhinen. It’s simply a quality mid-tier upgrade with some flavor and extra power when luck favors you.
Final Blurb
The Aquanite Hopper gives crossbow mains a fun, affordable step-up in damage while exploring the seas. It’s not a best-in-slot item, but it fits perfectly into that mid-game grind where every extra bolt hit counts.
FAQ
What level do I need to equip the Aquanite Hopper
You need 60 Ranged and 78 Slayer to kill Aquanites for the drop.
Does the extra bolt use more ammo
Yes, it consumes a second bolt whenever the effect activates.
Can I use it with enchanted bolts
Yes, but the second bolt’s proc chance is cut by 67 percent.
Is it better than a Twisted Buckler
No, it’s designed as a cheaper, mid-tier alternative.
Is it good for bossing
Yes, especially for mid-level bosses or training ranged on Slayer tasks.
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