OSRS: How to Kill Vorkath

Vorkath, introduced with the Dragon Slayer II quest in Old School RuneScape (OSRS), quickly became one of the most profitable bosses in the game due to its high-value loot drops. With the potential to earn upwards of 150,000 GP per kill, Vorkath's loot is extremely tempting for players seeking to make a profit. However, its high-damage Dragonfire, unique mechanics, and the challenge of dealing with its various attacks make it a tough boss to defeat. In this guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know to take down Vorkath efficiently.

Vorkath Recommended Gear and Equipment

To maximize your chances of defeating Vorkath, make sure you're equipped with the following:

Required Stats:

80+ Ranged

80+ Defense

80+ Hitpoints

74+ Prayer (Rigour unlocked)

75+ Attack / 60+ Strength (Bandos Godsword/Dragon Warhammer special attack)

50+ Magic & 55+ Slayer (for using Crumble Undead with Slayer's Staff)

Gear Setup:

Elite Void Armour

Why Elite Void? It provides a +12% accuracy and damage boost for all combat styles, allowing you to switch between Melee and Ranged quickly. Although it doesn't provide the best defensive bonuses, its offensive capabilities make it ideal for Vorkath.

Ranged Gear:

Weapon:

Toxic Blowpipe (best overall for quick hits and healing with its special attack).

Dragon Hunter Crossbow (if you can afford it—provides an additional +30% Ranged attack and +25% damage against dragons, including Vorkath).

Helm: Armadyl Helmet or Void Knight Helm

Body: Elite Void Knight Robe

Legs: Elite Void Knight Robe

Boots: Pegasian Boots or Ranger Boots

Ring: Venator's Ring or Archer's Ring

Ava's Device: Use the best Ava's Device you can afford for an additional Ranged bonus.

Melee Gear (For Special Attack):

Bandos Godsword or Dragon Warhammer (both have special attacks that reduce Vorkath's defense).

Dragonfire Ward or Twisted Buckler (for additional defense and Ranged bonus).

Amulet: Salve Amulet (e) (boosts damage and accuracy against undead bosses like Vorkath).

Inventory:

Super Antifire Potion (for Dragonfire protection)

Antivenom++ (to prevent venom damage)

Super Combat Potion

Ranged Potion

Super Restore/Prayer Potions

Sharks, Karambwans, or Manta Rays (high-healing food)

Rune Pouch with Dust Runes, Law Runes, and Chaos Runes (for casting Crumble Undead and Teleport to House).

How to Find Vorkath

Vorkath is located in the Ungael area, which can be accessed via Waterbirth Island. The best method to reach Vorkath is by building a Player-Owned House (POH) portal to Waterbirth Island. This allows you to teleport to your POH, use the portal to Waterbirth, and then take a boat to Rellekka and finally reach Ungael. If you don't have a POH portal, you'll need to travel to Waterbirth Island manually using a ship from Rellekka.

How to Defeat Vorkath

Once you're at Vorkath's lair, follow these steps to defeat it:

Activate Your Prayers and Potions:

Activate Quick Prayers: Set them to Protect from Magic and Rigour for maximum defense and damage output. You can also use Piety during your special attacks if you're comfortable.

Drink Potions: Use the Super Antifire Potion, Antivenom++, Super Combat Potion, and Ranged Potion for stat boosts.

Use Melee for Special Attacks:

Equip your Melee gear (Bandos Godsword/Dragon Warhammer).

Use your special attack on Vorkath early to reduce its defense level. If you don't hit high enough during your first special attack, it's recommended to teleport out and reset. The effectiveness of these attacks is crucial.

Switch to Ranged:

Once you've used your special attack, quickly switch to Ranged gear.

Activate Protect from Magic and Rigour, and begin attacking Vorkath with your Toxic Blowpipe or Dragon Hunter Crossbow.

Vorkath's Special Attacks:

Watch out for these four special attacks:

Dragonfire Attack: Vorkath will breathe dragonfire, dealing high damage. Make sure to drink your Super Antifire Potion and use Protect from Magic to reduce damage.

Venom Breath: Vorkath can inflict venom on you. The Antivenom++ potion will negate much of this damage.

Zombified Spawn: Vorkath summons a zombie that can explode upon death, dealing significant damage. Move away from the spawn to avoid taking damage.

Bombing Phase: Vorkath will periodically drop bombs that cause massive damage if you stand in the affected area. Pay close attention to the surroundings and move away when you see the bombs drop.

Vorkath Loot

Vorkath has an impressive loot table, averaging about 150,000 GP per kill, with the potential for much higher drops. The best rewards from Vorkath's loot table include:

Vorkath's Head (can be used for Dragon Slayer II quest rewards)

Dragonbone Necklace (worth several hundred thousand GP)

Dragonfire Ward (a valuable item for Dragonfire protection)

Vorkath's Potion (boosts damage against dragons)

Dragonfired Ammunition (useful for ranged combat against dragons)

Rune/Dragon/Barrow gear

High-value ores, herbs, and other rare drops

Final Tips for Efficient Vorkath Kills:

Prep for Multiple Kills: With your POH portal, you can quickly teleport to Waterbirth Island and make your way back for another kill, maximizing efficiency. Be sure to bring enough supplies to last for multiple kills in one trip.

Watch for Vorkath's Mechanics: Familiarize yourself with the timing of Vorkath's special attacks and adjust your positioning accordingly. Avoid standing near the spawn points to mitigate damage from bombs and zombies.

Practice Makes Perfect: Vorkath can be challenging at first, but the more you practice, the better you'll get at dodging its special attacks and handling the fight smoothly.

With these tips and the right gear, you should be well on your way to defeating Vorkath and earning those valuable loot drops! If you ever need to stock up or grab rare OSRS items for your Vorkath runs, make sure to check trusted OSRS gold sellers to avoid any scams.Good luck, and happy hunting!