The Aura Apocalypse? | RS3 Combat Modernisation Beta 4 Breakdown

The finish line is in sight! Jagex just released the fifth and final update for the Combat Style Modernisation project, and it is a massive one. With the official launch locked in for March 2nd, this update introduces the "Aura Overhaul," sweeping changes to Ranged arrows, and a major shift in how Melee sustains itself in high-level encounters. In this video, we break down why Assault is losing its heal, how Splintering Arrows are becoming the new meta for poison-immune bosses, and the implications of losing major combat auras like Berserker and Maniacal in the latest beta build. What’s changing? Melee: Dismember is now your primary healing bleed, while Assault returns to a pure "spender" role. Ranged: Greater Ricochet is being tuned down, but Splintering Arrows now stack Puncture up to 250 for massive long-term damage. Magic: Normalization of basic abilities and a fresh new effect for Blast Diffusion Boots. Auras: Major combat auras are being disabled to move that power into the core ability kits. ⌚Timestamps🏹 0:00 About 0:27 Melee Changes 1:17 Ranged 2:04 Magic and the Aura Overhaul 2:55 Final Notes Skill Cape Perks If you enjoyed the breakdown, make sure to Like and Subscribe for more RS3 PvM updates. Let me know in the comments: Is the removal of Auras a win for the game, or a step too far? #RS3 #RuneScape #PvM #CombatModernisation