Ring of stone update Discussion

[Dire_Wolf]

We all know Ring of stone is due a update. Quote by Jagex from Knowledgebase:

 

What does the ring of stone do?

 

The ring of stone grants you the ability to turn yourself into a rock, any attempts to do anything other than type via the chat box will cause the user to return to normal.

 

It may also have other magical abilities which are unknown at this time.

 

 

The ring's current state of usefulness is very low. I heard it was used for Castle wars camo, but i learned that in present it had been banned from Castle wars games. And the ring's graphical use is outdated. And there is Bone brooch and Easter ring, which has same function, but without a million price tag.

 

So what is your expectations of the update for Ring of stone? What kind of use do you want the Ring to have?

 

My expectations is at least a graphical update of the ring. I mentioned a suggestion on RSOF, which was that if you wore Ring of stone, you would have 1/15,000 chance of receiving a Onyx gem from Tzhaar-hur (craftsmens of Tzhaar).

[Troacctid]

We all know Ring of stone is due a update.

No it isn't. There's nothing wrong with being a joke item.

 

And the ring's graphical use is outdated.

Okay, fine, graphical, sure.

[Hamtaro]

Or with the name "Ring of Stone" it could give some defense bonuses and actually have the ability to be worn.

[Kimberly]

Or with the name "Ring of Stone" it could give some defense bonuses and actually have the ability to be worn.

 

It's not made of stone though, it's made of onyx. The enchantment on the ring is what gives the ring its name. Worse still, if this onyx ring gave defense bonuses comparable to other stone armor we have--namely granite--would you call it even superior to a Warrior Ring? Or even a Diamond Ring (i)? Most likely not, especially considering the price tag for it.

 

The biggest hindrance to changing this ring is the materials used to make it. Putting effort into reworking this item, like they had with the Regen Brace, seems like wasted effort. I could even have a problem understanding whether or not a graphical update would be sensible, since the old mining rock style is still around as decoration.

[Hamtaro]

Or with the name "Ring of Stone" it could give some defense bonuses and actually have the ability to be worn.

 

It's not made of stone though, it's made of onyx. The enchantment on the ring is what gives the ring its name. Worse still, if this onyx ring gave defense bonuses comparable to other stone armor we have--namely granite--would you call it even superior to a Warrior Ring? Or even a Diamond Ring (i)? Most likely not, especially considering the price tag for it.

 

The biggest hindrance to changing this ring is the materials used to make it. Putting effort into reworking this item, like they had with the Regen Brace, seems like wasted effort. I could even have a problem understanding whether or not a graphical update would be sensible, since the old mining rock style is still around as decoration.

Not to go too off-topic, but RS isn't exactly meant to be realistic. Just think: Magic, firemaking with a box, and the quest Perils of Ice Mountain, none of which occur in our world.

 

Furthermore, as with our current rings, they aren't directly hit, and are, at the same time, enchanted magically to hold properties it wouldn't normally have had. This seems perfect to me.

[Kimberly]

Not to go too off-topic, but RS isn't exactly meant to be realistic. Just think: Magic, firemaking with a box, and the quest Perils of Ice Mountain, none of which occur in our world.

 

Has nothing to do with realism but the simple fact that it's called the Ring of Stone because of the enchantment on it, which creates the illusion that you're a lump of stone. Once you're hit, this illusion is gone. It's not called a ring of stone because it's made of stone, which is what the person I was quoting alluded to when he proposed it gave defense stats because of it.

 

Furthermore, as with our current rings, they aren't directly hit, and are, at the same time, enchanted magically to hold properties it wouldn't normally have had. This seems perfect to me.

 

Still doesn't change the fact that no matter what you do to this ring, it will end up being useless in its enchanted form because of the huge cost of onyx unless they release ring of stones as a monster drop. This was done with the Regen Brace, and after people had tons of these useless items built up from corp they had to change its stats. Yet even still, the Regen Brace it's still arguably useless when you obtain rune or even barrows gloves at a fraction of the price!

[Hamtaro]

Not to go too off-topic, but RS isn't exactly meant to be realistic. Just think: Magic, firemaking with a box, and the quest Perils of Ice Mountain, none of which occur in our world.

 

Has nothing to do with realism but the simple fact that it's called the Ring of Stone because of the enchantment on it, which creates the illusion that you're a lump of stone. Once you're hit, this illusion is gone. It's not called a ring of stone because it's made of stone, which is what the person I was quoting alluded to when he proposed it gave defense stats because of it.

 

Furthermore, as with our current rings, they aren't directly hit, and are, at the same time, enchanted magically to hold properties it wouldn't normally have had. This seems perfect to me.

 

Still doesn't change the fact that no matter what you do to this ring, it will end up being useless in its enchanted form because of the huge cost of onyx unless they release ring of stones as a monster drop. This was done with the Regen Brace, and after people had tons of these useless items built up from corp they had to change its stats. Yet even still, the Regen Brace it's still arguably useless when you obtain rune or even barrows gloves at a fraction of the price!

This is true. I suppose you're right about both considering the price of an onyx and it's difficulty to obtain one.

 

Solution? Bring back the fire rune trick.

[Shiny]

I'm going to move this to Runescape Suggestions, as that is where something like this belongs. PM me if you have any questions.

 

-Shiny

[Toad]

 

Not to go too off-topic, but RS isn't exactly meant to be realistic. Just think: Magic, firemaking with a box, and the quest Perils of Ice Mountain, none of which occur in our world.

 

 

You do realise that tinderboxes exist irl?

[Shiny]

After having a discussion with the original poster, I feel as if this would indeed be more fitting as a topic in general discussion. It is not a suggestion per se, but more a hypothetical question (I think). Sorry for the inconvenience.

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- Shiny.

[Bladewing]

hey guys we all know cabbage is due for an update, what do you think it will be???

[Den]

I'd be satisfied if they just updated the rock graphic. It wasn't really meant to be useful, but an option to those who didn't have easter ring before and now bone brooch.

[Alistair]

If it doesn't, wearing a Ring of Stone should act as full camouflage whilst hunting in certain areas (you're a scentless, immobile rock so have the same effect as being x squares away, traps being smoked and wearing max camouflage gear if animals sniff the traps whilst you're in rock form).

 

But really, it is purely a cosmetic item. Updating its graphics is all that is really needed.

[Dire_Wolf]

Quote from Jagex, Knowledge base:

 

What does the ring of stone do?

 

The ring of stone grants you the ability to turn yourself into a rock, any attempts to do anything other than type via the chat box will cause the user to return to normal.

 

It may also have other magical abilities which are unknown at this time.

[green9090]

Sounds like someone has invested in rings of stone... :rolleyes:

[Dire_Wolf]

Sounds like someone has invested in rings of stone... :rolleyes:

And by that your implying that i am trying to do....what? (That's a question, so please answer it)

[Emmentail]

Knowledge base is full of crap.

 

Ring of Stone is purely ornamental. End of. I doubt they would give it stats because of MA rings.

[Smapla]

one of the best abilities that could be added to this ring would be the ability to un-enchant it

[Hamtaro]

 

Not to go too off-topic, but RS isn't exactly meant to be realistic. Just think: Magic, firemaking with a box, and the quest Perils of Ice Mountain, none of which occur in our world.

 

 

You do realise that tinderboxes exist irl?

Not quite what I meant. I was more so referring to dropping its contents alone onto a log and having it light.

 

Knowledge base is full of crap.

 

Ring of Stone is purely ornamental. End of. I doubt they would give it stats because of MA rings.

 

Enchant + imbune?

[green9090]

Sounds like someone has invested in rings of stone... :rolleyes:

And by that your implying that i am trying to do....what? (That's a question, so please answer it)

Convince people that an item has been fine the way it is for years suddenly is "due" for some sort of update, causing a price rise. Bonus points if Jagex actually updates it (which obviously they won't).

[Tim]

one of the best abilities that could be added to this ring would be the ability to un-enchant it

I've been wondering if we'll ever get the chance to dechant enchanted objects, but put it at 90 Mage - 20 Cosmics - 20 earths - 20 airs. (example, ring of live/diamond ring for treasure trails.)

[Blutters]

Ideally it would do something neat, like give you invulnerability, but not allow you to move, and wear off after a certain amount of time. THEN it could actually be used for Fight Caves, so that Jaddy couldn't snipe you as easily.

Or perhaps it could be used to fool non-boss enemies that would otherwise be aggressive to you... In the same fashion, that you can't move while in rock form.

I'm not saying it's needed, but I do rather hate wasted potential, especially with the highest gem in the game right now. It is rather odd to bring this up now, though... Still, what's with all the negative replies?

[Dire_Wolf]

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I am not trying to convince people to create a price rise. You say it's obvious Jagex won't update Ring of stone right? I say your wrong. Jagex have stated in Knowledgebase from years ago that the ring will have other ability in future that is unknown at the time. And the ring is so useless atm.

 

Ideally it would do something neat, like give you invulnerability, but not allow you to move, and wear off after a certain amount of time. THEN it could actually be used for Fight Caves, so that Jaddy couldn't snipe you as easily.

Or perhaps it could be used to fool non-boss enemies that would otherwise be aggressive to you... In the same fashion, that you can't move while in rock form.

I'm not saying it's needed, but I do rather hate wasted potential, especially with the highest gem in the game right now. It is rather odd to bring this up now, though... Still, what's with all the negative replies?

 

I thought of the same thing. That the ring could make it so you won't get attacked by any monsters,but won't let you move or attack. Then it would be nice for Tormented demons for example:)

[green9090]

Jagex stated in the KB for months that dungeoneering shields reduced "up to 20/10%," and we saw how that worked out.

 

I wouldn't hold your breath.

[Dire_Wolf]

Jagex stated in the KB for months that dungeoneering shields reduced "up to 20/10%," and we saw how that worked out.

 

I wouldn't hold your breath.

Fair enough. But i believe they will update it, just a matter of time.