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Old journal

Source revision 15282286 · Saved 2026-09-27 · Sources & credits

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Old journal
Released3 March 2003 (Update)
Also calledThe Journal of Randas
MembersYes
Quest itemUnderground Pass
Properties
TradeableNo
EquipableNo
StackableNo
NoteableNo
OptionsRead, Drop
ExamineAn account of the last times of someone.
Values
Value1 coin
High alch0 coins
Low alch0 coins
Weight0.226 kg
Respawn time100 ticks (60 seconds)
Advanced data
Item ID1493
LinkMOID

The old journal, or The Journal of Randas, is found during the Underground Pass quest near the first well. It is written by the adventurer Randas and tells of the creation of the Orbs of Light that the player has to destroy to get farther inside.

After finding the book, it can be found on the shelves in the player's house. It can also be found on one of the bookshelves in the Grand Library after Song of the Elves.

Spawns

Location Members Spawns Map
Underground Pass - first levelMembers1Show map

Transcript

We came to cleanse this underground pass of the dark forces that dwell here. We knew the journey would be treacherous, but even I was not prepared for the darkness that fills this place.

To hold the darkness at bay, I had the mages create some Spheres of Light for us. I have positioned them in the tunnels around the well where we have made camp.

These spheres are imbued with the holy light of Saradomin himself. They will give us the faith and courage we need.

And yet...

I still feel...

the relentlessly tugging...

at my weak soul...

Changes

Date Changes
25 July 2019
(Update)

Some text was modified to be consistent with the elven lore of both RuneScape and Old School RuneScape.

RuneScape 2
Beta
29 March 2004 –
present
  • The old journal when read.
    The old journal when read.

Sources & credits

“Old journal” by Old School RuneScape Wiki contributors, revision 15282286. Text adapted under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0; adapted text is shared under the same license. Formatting and navigation changed; Wiki scripts and editing controls omitted. Game imagery © Jagex Ltd. Imported image-file descriptions retain their own credits and licensing statements.

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