Sophanem is one of the southern-most civilizations of RuneScape; located in the Kharidian desert. There is not much to do in this city as of yet, except for a few quests, and a part of a mini-quest. Sophanem is only accessible after you have started the Icthlarin's Little Helper quest.

In the middle of Sophanem is a big pyramid, which you have to make your way through during the Icthlarin's Little Helper quest. Upon completion of the quest, you can easily access this dungeon, to train on Mummies (level-94/103), and Scarabs (level-98). Warning: this dungeon is packed to the brim with agility traps and obstacles that you must overcome during, and after the quest. Be careful when passing through. Use the Icthlarin's Little Helper quest guide if you need help passing through.

After completion of the Contact! quest, one can access a bank in Sophanem. The bank is located in the temple in the north-east corner of the city in a chamber under the temple.

• Contact!: Speak to the High Priest in the west temple.
• Icthlarin's Little Helper: In a Mining camp outside Sophanem, speak to the Wanderer.
• Dealing with Scabaras: Speak to the High Priest in the west temple.

There is a bridge going over the river to the neighboring city of Menaphos, but it is currently blocked off.

• City of the Dead
• Mirage