Runescape Dragonwilds Blast Furnace Fuel Pellets Guide
Running into a Blast Furnace that refuses to turn on is a common wall in Runescape Dragonwilds, but the problem is almost always fuel related… This guide breaks down exactly what the Blast Furnace uses, how to make it work, and why common fuels fail.
What Fuel The Blast Furnace Actually Uses - Fuel Pellets
The Blast Furnace only works with Fuel Pellets. No other fuel source will activate it, even if everything else is set up correctly.
Charcoal does not work. Coal does not work. Logs also do not work. If Fuel Pellets are missing, the Blast Furnace will sit idle forever.
How To Craft Fuel Pellets
Fuel Pellets are crafted at a Crafting Table. The recipe is found near the bottom of the list under Miscellaneous.
You can craft these before entering Fellhollow, which helps avoid progression stalls later.
Fuel Pellet Recipe
Charcoal x1
Adhesive x1
Coarse Animal Fur x1
Once crafted, Fuel Pellets can be placed directly into the Blast Furnace fuel slot.
Where The Materials Come From
Charcoal is made by burning logs in a Kiln. Any standard logs work, including early game wood.
Adhesive is made from Swamptar in a Kiln. This is the same Adhesive used in many mid game crafting recipes.
Coarse Animal Fur drops from common animals like wolves. You will usually have more than enough by the time steel unlocks.
Using Fuel Pellets In The Blast Furnace
Fuel Pellets go into the bottom fuel slot of the Blast Furnace. Once fuel is present, the furnace will accept Iron Bars and Coal to produce Steel Bars.
Coal is an ingredient for steel, not a fuel source. This is the most common mistake players make when trying to use the Blast Furnace.
Common Reasons The Blast Furnace Will Not Work
If the Blast Furnace does not start, Fuel Pellets are usually missing. Even one pellet is enough to confirm the setup is correct.
Another common issue is building a roof over the Blast Furnace. It must be open to the sky or it will not function at all.
Speeding Up Steel Production
The Blast Furnace can be sped up using Superheat. This reduces processing time but does not change fuel requirements.
Fuel Pellets are always required, even when using Superheat.
Why Fuel Pellets Are Important
Fuel Pellets are a hard gate for Steel Bars. Steel unlocks Tier 5 weapons, armor, and Stone Blocks for advanced building.
If progression feels stuck in Fellhollow, Fuel Pellets are often the missing step slowing everything down.
Final Blurb
The Blast Furnace is picky, and Fuel Pellets are non negotiable. Craft a stack early, keep them stocked, and steel production becomes smooth instead of frustrating. Your future armor will thank you.
FAQ
Why does my Blast Furnace not turn on
Fuel Pellets are missing from the fuel slot.
Can Coal be used as fuel
No. Coal is only an ingredient for steel.
Do Fuel Pellets come from Fellhollow
No. All materials can be obtained before entering the region.
Does Superheat replace fuel
No. Superheat only speeds up processing.
Can the Blast Furnace be indoors
No. It must not have a roof above it.
