- For information on training this skill, see the Melee training article.

A player attacking a man.
Attack is a melee combat skill in RuneScape Classic that determines the accuracy of the player's melee attacks. Having a higher attack level will allow players to hit more frequently on their opponent.

To train attack, pick the Accurate option
The amount of Attack experience gained while in Accurate stance can be found using this formula:
While in the Controlled stance, the experience is divided between the three melee skills (Attack, Strength, and Defense), so you instead use this formula:
In both cases, H = the amount of Hits experience received from the kill. This is different for each opponent, and unlike in RuneScape 2, is unrelated to the opponents' Hits.
Weapons[]
As players gain Attack levels, they are able to use better weapons that allow them to inflict damage more frequently. Better weapons have higher WeaponAim and WeaponPower bonuses, meaning that players are not only able to hit more often but can also inflict more damage.
Image | Weapon type | Level |
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Bronze | 1 |
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Iron | 1 |
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Steel | 5 |
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Black | 10 |
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Mithril | 20 |
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Adamantite | 30 |
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Runite | 40 |
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Dragon | 60 |
Boosts[]
Item/Prayer | Boost | Visibility |
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Potion of Zamorak | +22.5% | Visible |
Super attack potion | +15% + 5 levels | Visible |
Incredible reflexes | +15% | Invisible |
Attack potion | +10% + 3 levels | Visible |
Improved reflexes | +10% | Invisible |
Clarity of thought | +5% | Invisible |
Quests[]
The following quests give Attack experience rewards:
- Fight Arena -
- Grand Tree -
- Hero's Quest -
- Observatory Quest - (optional)
- Tree Gnome Village -
- Underground Pass -
- Vampire Slayer -
- Waterfall Quest -
Trivia[]
- "Zonghui" is the first known player to reach level 99 Attack.