OSRS Mining Pet Guide - How to Get the Rock Golem
In Old School RuneScape, the Rock Golem is the mining pet that players can receive while training their Mining skill. It’s one of the most sought-after skilling pets due to its unique appearance and rarity. This page provides everything you need to know about how to get the OSRS mining pet, tips to improve your chances, and common questions answered.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get the mining pet in OSRS?
The Rock Golem can be obtained randomly while training Mining. The chance of receiving the pet increases with higher Mining levels and better ores mined. The pet can drop while mining ores, blasting rocks, or even while playing the Motherlode Mine or Volcanic Mine minigames.
What is the drop rate of the Rock Golem?
The drop rate varies depending on the ore being mined. For example, mining Iron ore gives a 1 in 741,600 chance at level 1 Mining, while mining Runite ore offers a much higher rate, around 1 in 118,000. These chances can slightly improve as your Mining level increases.