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During the early days of RuneScape, smithing was essential for creating the best gear in a game that largely revolved around Player vs. Player (PvP) combat. Unlike contemporary gameplay where items can be readily bought from shops or dropped by monsters, players had to craft weapons and armor themselves or rely on others, creating a substantial demand for skilled smithers.
Blue Rose became the go-to smither for nearly the entire RuneScape community, providing her services for free. Players would bring her the necessary materials to create various smithable items, which in turn granted her valuable experience points. Her unique ability to manufacture crucial gear led to her being hailed as the game’s first celebrity—a name known to all who participated in the world of Gielinor.