Advanced Guide

3-Tick Salvaging

Push your Sailing XP rates to the limit. Learn how to manipulate game ticks to salvage shipwrecks faster.

Learn the Method

XP Gain

Normal

~60k/hr

3-Tick

~75k/hr

What is Tick Manipulation?

In OSRS, actions happen in 0.6-second intervals called "ticks". Standard salvaging takes 5 ticks (3.0 seconds) per action.

By starting another action (like using Herb Tar on a clean herb) right before salvaging, you can trick the game into resetting the action cycle, allowing you to salvage every 3 ticks (1.8 seconds).

How To Do It

Requirements

Herb Tar: Any tar (Guam, Marrentill, etc.)
Clean Herb: Matching the tar.
Pestle and Mortar: To reset the animation (optional but recommended).
Salvaging Hook: Equipped or in inventory.

The Cycle

Tick 1: Use Herb Tar on Clean Herb (starts the 3-tick cycle).
Tick 2: Click the Shipwreck to Salvage.
Tick 3: Wait (Character performs salvage).
Repeat: Immediately use Tar on Herb again.

FAQ

Is this allowed?

Yes, Jagex has confirmed that tick manipulation is a valid game mechanic and not a bannable offense.

Is it worth the effort?

Only if you are trying to maximize XP/hr. For most players, the standard AFK method is sufficient.