- Goblin Diplomacy is a secondary quest in Brymoor, started by talking to Zanik in Bramblemead Valley.
- Requirement: You must complete the Rune Mysteries quest first.
- Goal: Recover two Bandosian amulets from the Outlook Ruins or Adventurer's Guild, then the Whispering Swamp.
- Boss fight: Defeat a level 3 garou druid who inflicts potent poison — magic attacks work best.
- Reward: The goblin war banner, which can be worn as a cape.
Goblin Diplomacy: Quest Overview & How to Start
Goblin Diplomacy is a secondary quest in RuneScape: Dragonwilds, available after completing Rune Mysteries. Zanik senses a looming prophecy and needs your help to stop it before it's too late. The quest takes you through goblin-infested ruins, the Adventurer's Guild, and finally the Whispering Swamp, where a garou druid guards the second Bandosian amulet.
You can start the quest in one of two ways:
- Talk to Zanik on the ridge in Bramblemead Valley overlooking the Whispering Swamp (the recommended route), or
- Find one of the two Bandosian amulets directly in the world, which triggers the quest automatically.
Video Highlights:
- Start on the hill just right of the goblin temple and speak with Zanik
- The ruins behind the hill contain a chest with an amulet
- The Whispering Swamp cave holds the druid boss fight
- Quest reward: the goblin war banner, wearable as a cape
| Quest Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Quest Type | Secondary Quest |
| Region | Brymoor (Bramblemead Valley) |
| Start Point | Speak to Zanik on the ridge overlooking the Whispering Swamp |
| Requirements | Rune Mysteries quest completed |
| Required Items | Logging axe + 20 Woodcutting (only if looting the guild reliquary) |
| Recommended | Health potions, food, water, combat gear |
| Reward | Goblin war banner (wearable cape) |
Place a lodestone at Zanik's location before heading out. You must return to her to turn in the quest, and a lodestone makes the return trip a fast-travel instead of a long run back through goblin territory.
Preparation: Gear, Supplies & Requirements
Both dungeon areas on this quest are overrun with goblins, so arrive prepared. This is not a stealth mission — expect to fight through packs of enemies between the quest steps.
Combat Gear
- Weapon with good DPS
- Magic spells for the druid fight
- A shield for blocking thorn attacks
Sustain
- Health potions
- Plenty of food
- Water for the journey
Utility
- Logging axe (guild route only)
- 20 Woodcutting skill
- Lodestone placement at Zanik
| Supply | Why You Need It | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| Health potions | Goblins swarm in both ruins areas | ★★★★★ |
| Food | Sustain during boss fight against poison | ★★★★★ |
| Magic spells | Ranged damage vs. garou druid | ★★★★☆ |
| Logging axe + 20 Woodcutting | Only for the guild reliquary route | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Steak | Optional bribe for caged goblins | ★★☆☆☆ |
Both the Outlook Ruins and the Adventurer's Guild are heavily populated with goblins. Don't rush in under-leveled — clear enemies methodically and keep your health topped up between fights.
Step-by-Step Walkthrough: Finding Both Amulets
The quest structure gives you a choice: loot the first Bandosian amulet from either the Outlook Ruins or the Adventurer's Guild. The amulet from the location you skip gets stolen by a garou druid, which sends you to the swamp for the second one.
Speak to Zanik
Find Zanik on the ridge in Bramblemead Valley, to the right of the goblin temple. She tells you the prophecy's presence is sensed in the Outlook Ruins to the north-east and the Adventurer's Guild to the south. Place a lodestone here before leaving.
Loot the First Reliquary (Recommended: Outlook Ruins)
Head into the Outlook Ruins behind the hill. Fight through the goblins and look for the reliquary tucked away in a corner room — it contains a chest with the first Bandosian amulet. This route avoids the Woodcutting requirement and the heavier goblin presence at the guild.
Clear the Second Location and Question the Caged Goblin
Travel to the location you skipped. You don't need to kill every goblin — just eliminate the enemies around the caged goblin (Wormelbow at the guild, Bilegut at the ruins) and speak with it. The goblin reveals a garou-beastman took the second amulet to a cave in the Whispering Swamp.
Descend Into the Whispering Swamp
Cross the bridge to reach the lower level of the swamp — you can't jump straight down. The cave entrance sits at the very bottom, so descend safely first or you'll be running on top of the cave without finding it.
Defeat the Garou Druid
Inside the cave, circle around and up to find the garou druid (level 3). Use magic attacks at range and dodge its poison thorns. Defeat it to claim the second Bandosian amulet.
Return to Zanik
Fast travel back to your lodestone and speak with Zanik. She takes both amulets, the quest completes, and you receive the goblin war banner.
| Location | Reliquary Access | Danger Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outlook Ruins | Free, tucked in a corner | Moderate | Recommended first stop |
| Adventurer's Guild | Blocked by thorny vines, needs 20 Woodcutting | High (more goblins) | Backup option |
| Whispering Swamp cave | Open entrance at swamp bottom | Boss fight | Garou druid, level 3 |
The caged goblins (Bilegut and Wormelbow) will mark the exact reliquary location for a steak, but this is optional. Both reliquaries can be found on your own, so save the steak unless you're lost.
Garou Druid Boss Fight Strategy
The garou druid is a level 3 boss, and while it isn't the hardest fight in Dragonwilds, it hits back with a potent poison that can drain your health fast if you're careless.
- Use magic attacks at range — this is the single most effective strategy, keeping you out of the druid's melee reach.
- Dodge the poison thorns — watch for the attack wind-up and sidestep rather than tanking them.
- Bring a shield — blocking works well if the druid closes the distance.
- Keep food on hand — poison damage lingers, so heal proactively rather than reacting.
The cave is at the very bottom of the Whispering Swamp. If you approach from above, you'll run right over the cave without spotting the entrance. Use the bridge to descend properly first.
Quest Reward & Completion Checklist
Completing Goblin Diplomacy earns you the goblin war banner, a unique cosmetic that can be worn as a cape — a nice visual trophy for stopping Zanik's prophecy.
Goblin Diplomacy Completion Checklist:
- Complete Rune Mysteries quest
- Place a lodestone at Zanik's ridge
- Loot the first Bandosian amulet from the Outlook Ruins
- Clear goblins around the caged goblin and get intel
- Descend to the bottom of the Whispering Swamp
- Defeat the garou druid and claim the second amulet
- Return to Zanik and receive the goblin war banner
This quest is named after the 15th quest ever released in original RuneScape — a nice nod for long-time fans of the franchise.
FAQ
Q: What are the requirements for Goblin Diplomacy in Dragonwilds?
You need to complete the Rune Mysteries quest first. If you plan to loot the guild reliquary instead of the ruins reliquary, you'll also need a logging axe and 20 Woodcutting to cut through the thorny vines.
Q: Do I need to fight both goblin locations?
You visit both, but you only loot one reliquary. Grab the first Bandosian amulet from your chosen location, then at the other location you only need to clear the goblins around the caged goblin (Bilegut or Wormelbow) and talk to it for directions to the swamp cave.
Q: How do I find the garou druid cave in the Whispering Swamp?
The cave is at the very bottom of the swamp. Cross the bridge to reach the lower swamp level and descend safely — approaching from above means you'll run right over the cave entrance without seeing it.
Q: What is the reward for the Goblin Diplomacy quest?
Zanik gives you the goblin war banner, a cape-slot cosmetic you can wear. It's the sole quest reward, obtained by returning both Bandosian amulets to her.