OSRS Masori Armour Explained (Fortified vs Normal) - Ranged BIS Guide

Q: Is Masori armour better than Crystal Armour with Bowfa?

Generally, yes, Masori (f) with a Twisted Bow is stronger than full Crystal with Bowfa against most high-defence or high-magic targets (where Tbow excels). However, Crystal + Bowfa is very strong and much cheaper, beating Masori + Tbow against mid/low defence targets. For pure ranged strength bonus if already using Bowfa, Masori top/bottom can slightly outperform Crystal body/legs if accuracy isn't capped, but it's often not worth breaking the Crystal set bonus. If using crossbows or Blowpipe, Masori is clearly better than Crystal.

Q: Is it worth fortifying Masori armour?

Fortifying Masori makes it untradeable but gives a huge boost: +16 Ranged Attack and +5 Ranged Strength total for the set, plus greatly increased Defence (like Bandos). If you plan to keep Masori long-term and do high-level PvM (like ToA, Nex, HM ToB), the DPS increase from Fortified Masori is significant and generally worth the cost and making it untradeable. If you plan to sell it soon or are on a tight budget, sticking with normal Masori might be better.

Q: How much does Masori armour cost?

Prices change! As of writing (Mid 2025), normal Masori (Helm, Body, Chaps) costs around 250-300m GP. Fortifying adds the cost of 6 Armadyl Plates (~3m each, so ~18m total) plus minor rune costs. So, expect around 270-320m for the full Fortified (f) set, assuming you fortify it yourself. Always check current GE prices! Need help funding it? Consider buying OSRS Gold.

Masori armour (Normal & Fortified) is OSRS Ranged BiS. This guide covers stats, comparing Masori vs Armadyl, fortification cost/process, PvM use, and if it's worth the upgrade.

Published on: May 1, 2025 by Tons of XP Team

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OSRS Masori Armour Explained – The Ranged BIS Detailed

Introduced with Tombs of Amascut (ToA Guide), Masori armour instantly became the new Best-in-Slot (BiS) ranged set, knocking Armadyl off the top spot. Let’s look at its stats, the fortification process, and how it performs in real raids and boss fights. Where does it fit in the overall gear progression?

1. Masori vs. Armadyl Stats Showdown

Here’s how the full sets compare (Helm, Body, Chaps/Chainskirt):

Set Feature	Armadyl Set	Normal Masori Set	Fortified Masori (f) Set
Ranged Attack Bonus	+63	+78 (+15)	+94 (+31 vs Arma)
Ranged Strength Bonus	0	+0	+5
Melee Defences (Avg)	~+119	~+94 (Lower)	~+142 (Higher!)
Magic Defence Bonus	+75	-15 (Negative!)	+0 (Neutral)
Weight	~10 kg	~6 kg (Lighter!)	~11 kg (Slightly Heavier)

Key Takeaways:

Normal Masori has much higher Ranged Attack than Armadyl but worse Magic Defence.
Fortified Masori (f) gives a HUGE boost to Ranged Attack, adds Ranged Strength (a rare bonus!), and provides strong Melee defence similar to Bandos armour, while fixing the negative Magic Defence.

2. Fortifying Masori: Cost & Process

To upgrade normal Masori pieces to the much better Fortified '(f)' version:

Recipe: You need 1 normal Masori piece + 2 Armadyl Plates + 90 Smithing level.
Cost: Armadyl Plates drop from Kree'arra (Arma GWD) or can be bought on the GE (currently around 3m GP each). So fortifying one piece costs ~6m GP plus the Masori piece itself. Full set needs 6 plates (~18m GP).
Untradeable: IMPORTANT! Once you fortify a Masori piece, it becomes untradeable. You cannot sell it on the GE anymore unless you revert it (which destroys the plates). Think carefully before fortifying if you might want to sell it later!

3. Where Fortified Masori (f) Dominates (PvM)

The accuracy and strength boost makes Masori (f) BiS almost everywhere you use Ranged:

Boss / Content	Why Masori (f) is Great Here	Weapons Pairing Well
Tombs of Amascut (ToA)	Higher accuracy, melts Wardens P3, Zebak	Tbow, Bowfa, ZCB, BP
Theatre of Blood (ToB)	Great for Verzik P3, Nylocas accuracy	Tbow, Bowfa, ZCB, BP (ToB Gear)
Nex	BiS ranged DPS for most phases	ZCB, Tbow, Bowfa
Chambers of Xeric (CoX)	Amazing for Olm hands/head, Vasa, Guardians	Tbow, Bowfa, BP (CoX Guide)
General Slayer/Bossing	Faster kills on high-defence ranged tasks	BP, Bowfa, Crossbows

Vs Armadyl: Masori (f) generally provides a 7-12% DPS increase over Armadyl, depending on the monster's defence and your weapon.
With Bowfa: While Crystal Armour has set effects, Masori (f) can still be slightly better DPS with Bowfa in some situations due to raw stats, especially if you aren't using the helmet slot for Crystal. But Crystal + Bowfa remains a powerful, cheaper combo.
With Twisted Bow: Masori (f) is the definitive BiS armour pairing for the Tbow, maximizing its potential.

4. Downsides to Consider

Fortification Cost: Adding ~18m GP to make it untradeable is a commitment.
Repair Cost: Uses standard armor repair stands, not dependent on unique items like Virtus. Manageable.
Untradeable Nature (f): You can't easily sell it if the price drops or you need cash fast.

5. Style & Ornament Kits

Masori has a cool desert aesthetic. Currently, there are no official ornament kits like Ancestral or Torva have, but players often pair it visually with items like the Zaryte Crossbow or Lightbearer.

Verdict: The Undisputed Ranged King

Masori armour, especially the Fortified (f) version, is undeniably the best ranged armour set in OSRS for raw DPS. The accuracy and added strength bonus make a noticeable difference in high-level PvM. While the cost and untradeable nature of the fortified set require consideration, if you're serious about optimizing your ranged gameplay in Raids and challenging boss fights, Masori (f) is a worthwhile investment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

+Is Masori armour better than Crystal Armour with Bowfa?

Generally, yes, Masori (f) with a Twisted Bow is stronger than full Crystal with Bowfa against most high-defence or high-magic targets (where Tbow excels). However, Crystal + Bowfa is very strong and much cheaper, beating Masori + Tbow against mid/low defence targets. For pure ranged strength bonus if already using Bowfa, Masori top/bottom can slightly outperform Crystal body/legs if accuracy isn't capped, but it's often not worth breaking the Crystal set bonus. If using crossbows or Blowpipe, Masori is clearly better than Crystal.

+Is it worth fortifying Masori armour?

Fortifying Masori makes it untradeable but gives a huge boost: +16 Ranged Attack and +5 Ranged Strength total for the set, plus greatly increased Defence (like Bandos). If you plan to keep Masori long-term and do high-level PvM (like ToA, Nex, HM ToB), the DPS increase from Fortified Masori is significant and generally worth the cost and making it untradeable. If you plan to sell it soon or are on a tight budget, sticking with normal Masori might be better.

+How much does Masori armour cost?

Prices change! As of writing (Mid 2025), normal Masori (Helm, Body, Chaps) costs around 250-300m GP. Fortifying adds the cost of 6 Armadyl Plates (~3m each, so ~18m total) plus minor rune costs. So, expect around 270-320m for the full Fortified (f) set, assuming you fortify it yourself. Always check current GE prices! Need help funding it? Consider buying OSRS Gold.