OSRS Demon Butler Guide for Construction Training
Introduction
Construction in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) is one of the fastest skills to train — but it comes with a hefty price tag and intense click-speed requirements. To train efficiently, players rely on servants in their Player-Owned House (POH) to fetch planks from the bank.
Among all servant options, the Demon Butler stands as the most efficient and preferred choice by high-level Construction trainers. In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about the Demon Butler, including requirements, mechanics, cost, and how to maximize your XP per hour.
🏠 What Is the Demon Butler?
The Demon Butler is the fastest and most effective servant in OSRS for Construction training. He can carry up to 26 items, makes trips faster than any other servant, and does not require you to follow him to your bank.
These qualities make him the ideal choice for high-intensity build/remove methods like Oak Larders, Mahogany Tables, or Dungeon Doors.
🔓 How to Hire the Demon Butler
To hire the Demon Butler, you’ll need to meet several requirements:
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Construction Level | 50 |
| House Location | Rimmington or any POH portal |
| Bedroom Requirement | 2 Bedrooms with 2 Beds each |
| Coins in Money Bag | Minimum 10,000+ GP |
| Previous Servant | Must have used Butler or better |
Step-by-Step: Hiring the Demon Butler
- Build two bedrooms in your POH using a Construction level of at least 20.
- Place two beds in each room (any type will do).
- Speak to the Servants’ Guild in Ardougne, just east of the Castle.
- Dismiss your current servant (if any).
- Pay a hiring fee of 10,000 coins to get the Demon Butler on board.
🧾 Demon Butler Stats & Capabilities
| Feature | Demon Butler Details |
|---|---|
| Max Items Carried | 26 |
| Trip Time to Bank | ~7 seconds (fastest) |
| Wage Cost per Trip | 3,000 coins (after every 8 trips) |
| Follows Player? | No |
| Auto-Return Feature | Yes |
| Interruptions | Minimal (can auto-restart trips) |
| Most Effective For | High-speed plank methods |
⚙️ How to Use the Demon Butler Efficiently
1. Stock His Money Bag
Place a Servant’s Money Bag (level 58 Construction) near your work area. Deposit a large sum (200K–1M GP) to avoid constant interruptions from payment requests.
The Demon Butler deducts wages every 8 trips, so filling the money bag keeps the workflow uninterrupted.
2. Use Noted Planks
Have a large supply of noted planks (oak, teak, or mahogany) in your inventory or bank. The Demon Butler unnotes them and brings them to you in batches of 26.
How to do it:
- Right-click → “Fetch from bank”
- Choose the type of plank you want
- He brings 26 at a time in 1 trip (~7 seconds)
3. Optimize POH Layout
Keep your build location (e.g., Kitchen for Oak Larders) right next to your portal and money bag. This minimizes click distance and increases your XP/hr potential.
A common layout is: Portal → Build Room → Money Bag all in a straight line.
4. Avoid Dialogue Delay
Use RuneLite’s Menu Entry Swapper to remove the need for multiple dialogue boxes when sending your butler back.
Set “Talk-to” to default to “Fetch from bank” so you can instantly send him off with one click.
5. Use Efficient Training Methods
The Demon Butler is most effective when you’re training with methods that involve high material usage per action. Ideal training methods include:
- Oak Larders (Level 33+): 8 oak planks – ~400K XP/hr
- Mahogany Tables (Level 52+): 6 mahogany planks – ~600–900K XP/hr
- Oak Dungeon Doors (Level 74+): 10 oak planks – ~500–600K XP/hr
- Gnome Benches (Level 77+): ~800 XP per build – 1M+ XP/hr
💰 Is the Demon Butler Worth It?
Absolutely — if you’re serious about maximizing XP.
Despite his higher wage compared to other servants, the time saved translates directly into higher XP/hour, reducing your overall time to 99 Construction.
Here’s a comparison:
| Servant | Max Items | Trip Speed | Cost/Trip | XP/hr Potential |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cook | 16 | Very Slow | 500 GP | Very Low |
| Maid | 20 | Slow | 1,000 GP | Low |
| Butler | 20 | Moderate | 1,500 GP | Moderate |
| Demon Butler | 26 | Fastest | 3,000 GP | High to Max |
🧮 Cost Calculation Example
Let’s say you’re building Oak Dungeon Doors (10 oak planks per build) and aiming for 500K XP/hr.
At 600 XP per door, that’s ~834 doors/hr.
- 834 builds = 8,340 oak planks/hr
- Each trip = 26 planks → ~321 trips/hr
- Servant wage every 8 trips → ~40 wage payments/hr
- 40 × 3,000 GP = 120,000 GP/hr on wages alone
Plank costs excluded, but this shows how minimal the wage is compared to plank costs.
🛡️ Demon Butler Tips & Tricks
- Don’t over-click: Wait until he finishes speaking or your build cycle ends before giving the next command.
- Use shift-click “Fetch from bank” via plugins to avoid misclicks.
- Minimize server lag: Choose a world with low ping to reduce command delay.
- Mute game sounds except servant audio cues if training while watching something else.
🧠 When NOT to Use the Demon Butler
Although he’s the most efficient, the Demon Butler is not always necessary:
- If you’re doing Mahogany Homes, he’s not needed.
- Players on a tight budget may prefer slower, solo methods.
- Early levels (1–20) don’t benefit much from using him.
✅ Conclusion
The Demon Butler is a cornerstone of efficient Construction training in OSRS. With the ability to carry 26 items, travel quickly, and operate with minimal dialogue, he’s the best servant you can hire. When paired with high-XP build methods like Oak Dungeon Doors or Mahogany Tables, he dramatically boosts XP/hr and reduces training time.
Whether you’re grinding to 99 or unlocking POH upgrades, mastering your use of the Demon Butler will save you time, clicks, and sanity.
❓ FAQs
Q1: At what level can I hire the Demon Butler?
You need level 50 Construction, two bedrooms with two beds, and 10,000 GP to hire him from the Servants’ Guild in Ardougne.
Q2: How much does the Demon Butler cost?
He charges 3,000 coins every 8 trips. That’s about 120K–150K GP/hr depending on your training method.
Q3: What’s the maximum number of planks the Demon Butler can carry?
He can carry 26 items per trip — more than any other servant in the game.
Q4: Is the Demon Butler better than a normal Butler?
Yes. Although the normal Butler is slightly cheaper and carries 20 items, the Demon Butler is faster, carries more, and doesn’t require you to follow him. Overall, he’s far superior for efficient training.
Q5: Can the Demon Butler bring noted planks?
No. He only brings unnoted items from your bank. You must start with noted planks in your bank and use him to fetch and unnote them.
Q6: How do I stop the Demon Butler from interrupting me?
Use the Servant’s Money Bag to pre-pay his wages and Menu Entry Swapper (RuneLite plugin) to streamline dialogue. This ensures uninterrupted training.
Q7: Do I need to talk to him every time?
Yes, but with hotkeys or Menu Swapper, you can reduce the interaction to a single click. This is vital for tick-perfect XP/hour methods.
Q8: Is using a Demon Butler required for 99 Construction?
Not technically, but it is strongly recommended if you’re aiming for efficient training. Without him, XP/hr is significantly lower, and the grind becomes much longer.
With this comprehensive guide, you now have the knowledge to make the most of the Demon Butler and train Construction like a
pro. Happy building! 🛠️
