The Grand Tree takes you on an adventure to save the Gnome population. In this quest, you need to uncover the mystery behind why the tree is dying. You’ll be tasked by King Shareen to assist the Tree Gnomes in finding a solution.
Quest Requirements
To complete the quest, you’ll need at least 25 Agility, and decent combat stats to defeat a Level 172 Black Demon. Speaking of items, you’ll need 1,000 OSRS Gold, which is if you haven’t already helped Femi with her Spirit Tree plans during the Tree Gnome Village quest.
You’ll also need Stamina Potions as there is a lot of running around, as well as OSRS Items to travel between Hazelmere and Tree Gnome Stronghold. You can always use the Nightmare Zone teleport to get to Hazelmere.
Walkthrough
Start by heading towards the Grand Tree to speak to King Narnode Shareen (Ground Floor). You’ll be taken to the underground to help revive a dying tree. You’ll also be given a Bark Sample and Translation Book which needs to be taken to Hazelmere.
You can either use the Watchtower Teleport, or Castle Wars Teleport (Ring of Dueling), or take the Carter Ship and walk to Port Khazard, and then head south.
Hazelmere
When you try speaking to Hazelmere, you won’t quite understand him. So, start using sign language to communicate. He’ll take a look at the Bark Sample in your inventory and leave a message that decodes “A man came to me with the King’s seal. I gave the man Daconia rocks. And Daconia rocks will kill the tree!”
Head back to the King and inform him about the message by choosing the right option. He’ll now mention how someone used his seal to get the Daconia Rocks from Hazelmere, which is the main cause of the problem. The King will now ask you to speak to Glough, who is in the house south of the tree.
Investigation
Head back to the King and inform him about the prisoner held by Glough. Ask to see the prisoner and he’ll talk to you can find him on the top floor of the Grand Tree. The name of the prisoner is Charlie, and he’ll inform you that the rocks were given to him by Hazelmere because Glough asked him to do so.
He will now ask you to search Glough’s house for evidence. Head there and search his cupboard to find a journal. Speak to Glough who has now sent guards after you. He’ll throw you in the prison cell next to Charlie.
Speak to Charlie again to learn about the Ship Yard on Karamja island. He’ll give you a password to access it (Ka-Lu-Min). Now, the King will appear and apologize for the imprisonment. He’ll advise you to quickly escape using the Gnome Glider on the top floor. Fly to the Ship Yard by talking to the Pilot.
Ship Yard
The Glider will crash somewhere west of the Ship Yard. So, head east, past the Level 53 Jogres to reach there. You’ll be stopped at the yard by one of the workers as you try to open the gates. Tell him that you were sent here by Glough while giving him the password given to you by Charlie.
Now head to the southern docks to speak to the Foreman. Tell him that Glough sent you, alternatively, just kill him. If you choose to speak to him, you’ll need to answer a few questions to claim your standing.
You’ll notice a Charter Ship nearby, which can be used to get to Port Khazard. You’ll need 720 Runescape Gold on you to travel. The Stronghold’s entrance will be blocked, but there’s always a way around it. So, go to the Tree Gnome Stronghold’s gate and speak to Femi, asking her to sneak you in. Alternatively, use the Spirit Tree in the village to get inside.
Anita
When you return to the king with the Foreman’s note, you’ll be told to leave for being as paranoid as Glough. Now, head to the top of the Grand Tree and speak to Charlie again. He’ll suggest you speak to Glough’s girlfriend. You can find her in the house near the swamps, northwest of the Grand Tree.
Head upstairs to get a key from her that needs to be returned to Glough. Use the key on the chest in Glough’s house to get notes about his plan to seize Gielinor. Take them back to the King, but even with such evidence, he won’t choose to believe the conspiracy taking place.
He’ll tell you that they only found twigs forming the word TUZO at his place. With translation, it actually means OPEN. Take the twigs back to Glough’s place and head up to the watchtower. Climb the tree east (25 Agility) to come across a stone with four pillars around it. Use the Twigs on it to turn the gears. A trap door will open for you to head down.
Black Demon
With Glough following behind you, you’ll soon approach a level 172 Black Demon. You can either safe-spot it from a distance or choose to directly fight it using Melee. Once slain, take the passage ahead until you reach a ladder with King Shareen standing at the other end.
Speak to him about what just happened to only know that he still doesn’t believe you. However, he’ll send a scout after Glough to bring him back. Knowing the truth, the King will finally believe you and apologize for what happened. Finally, bring the last Daconia Rock back to the King to complete the quest.