Ice Gloves are one of the most useful early-to-mid game items in Old School RuneScape, particularly for activities like Blast Furnace and Giants’ Foundry. While they are normally obtained during Heroes’ Quest, it is entirely possible-and often advantageous-to acquire them earlier on certain accounts without needing to buy OSRS gold. This guide walks you through the process safely and efficiently, with a focus on navigation, preparation, and a reliable safe-spot method for defeating the Ice Queen.

Preparation and Requirements

Before heading out, it is important to prepare properly. You do not need exceptionally high combat stats, but planning makes this process significantly safer.

Recommended inventory:

· Emergency food (high-healing food preferred)

· A stamina potion or energy-restoring items

· Ranged or Magic gear (Magic is ideal, as the Ice Queen is weak to it)

· Optional: Prayer potions if using Protect from Melee

Recommended prayers:

· Protect from Melee (highly useful for traveling through the dungeon)

This area is dangerous and includes multi-combat zones, so being underprepared can quickly become fatal-especially for Hardcore Ironmen.

Getting to White Wolf Mountain

Your destination is the Ice Queen’s Lair beneath White Wolf Mountain.

Best route:
Use the Gnome Glider from the Grand Tree to White Wolf Mountain. This is by far the fastest and safest option, with minimal requirements.

Alternative routes:

· Enter from Taverley and climb the mountain

· Run south from Barbarian Outpost and loop around the mountain

These alternatives are slower and involve more enemy encounters, so they are not recommended unless you lack glider access.

Entering the Ice Queen’s Lair

Once at White Wolf Mountain, you will need to reach the dungeon entrance.

1. Run past the white wolves (use Protect from Melee if needed).

2. Locate the rock slide and mine through it to access the dungeon.

3. Be aware: this is a multi-combat area, so stacked enemies can pose a real threat.

Inside the dungeon, prioritize survival over speed.

Navigating the Dungeon Safely

Follow these steps carefully to minimize damage:

1. Head to the southernmost ladder and climb down.

2. Move through the tunnels toward the southwestern corner.

3. Climb the ladder, then immediately locate the eastern ladder.

4. Avoid Ice Giants if possible; they hit hard.

5. After climbing down, you will be on the other side of a fence-this confirms you are on the correct path.

6. Run north to the end of the corridor and climb the ladder.

7. Go up one ladder and immediately down the adjacent ladder.

8. From there, head north into the large throne room where the Ice Queen resides.

Save prayer points for the final stretch, as Ice Warriors and Ice Giants can quickly drain supplies.

Safe-Spotting the Ice Queen

The Ice Queen is level 111 and guarded by multiple Ice Warriors, making direct combat risky at lower levels. Fortunately, a safe-spot method allows you to kill her without taking damage.

Safe-spot strategy:

1. Enter the throne room carefully and avoid drawing aggro from Ice Warriors.

2. Move to the corner with ice stalagmites (near the wall).

3. Tag the Ice Queen with a Magic or Ranged attack.

4. Lure her toward the stalagmite corner.

5. Step into the safe spot so she cannot reach you.

6. Attack by stepping out briefly, then stepping back in-similar to the Tree Gnome Village quest mechanics.

This process may be slow, but it is extremely safe. If you have Protect from Melee, the fight becomes much simpler, as the Ice Queen cannot damage you directly.

Claiming the Ice Gloves

Once the Ice Queen is defeated, she will drop the Ice Gloves. Equip them immediately or bank them for later use. These gloves are essential for handling hot items and unlock major skilling opportunities earlier than intended.

Final Tips

· Bring more food than you think you need.

· Take your time navigating the dungeon.

· If you make a mistake, retreat and reset-there is no rush.

· The safe spot fully protects you from both the Ice Queen and nearby Ice Warriors when positioned correctly.

With patience and preparation, this method allows you to secure Ice Gloves safely, even on low-level or Hardcore accounts, helping you progress more efficiently without unnecessary risk or reliance on shortcuts like cheap RS gold to compensate for lost time or resources. Good luck, and enjoy the efficiency boost this unlock brings to your Old School RuneScape journey.