Old School RuneScape: How To Kill Vorkath (2024)

Vorkath was released into Old School RuneScape along with the “Dragon Slayer II” quest, and shortly after became one of the most killed bosses in the entire game due to its fantastic loot table. Averaging around 150,000 gp in loot per kill, hunting Vorkath has become an extremely profitable way for high-level players to earn gp in OSRS.

Due to its high-hitting Dragonfire, combined with unique movement mechanics and server stability, fighting Vorkath again after the quest can be a daunting task. But with the chance to earn nearly one million gp per hour, Vorkath is irresistible for players looking to make a decent profit.

Vorkath Recommended Gear And Equipment

• 80+ Ranged
• 80+ Defense
• 80+ Hitpoints
• 74+ Prayer (“Rigour” Prayer unlocked)
• 75+ Attack/60+ Strength (Bandos Godsword/Dragon Warhammer special attack)
• 50+ Magic & 55+ Slayer (“Crumble Undead” w/ Slayer’s Staff)

Elite Void armour is your best option as you can quickly switch from Melee to Ranged DPS while still saving inventory spots for extra supplies. While Elite Void does not have the strongest defensive bonuses, its +12 percent accuracy and damage bonus for all combat styles make it the ideal gear to kill Vorkath.

The rest of your Ranged gear should include an Venator's/Archer's Ring, an Ava's Device (the best one you have), a Salve amulet (since Vorkath is undead, it will provide you with extra damage and accuracy), and Pegasian/Ranger/Blessed D'Hide Boots. A Rune Pouch with Dust Runes, Law Runes, and Chaos Runes is highly recommended, as you can simultaneously cast “Crumble Undead” and “Teleport to House” using runes in a single inventory slot.

As for your weapon, a Toxic Blowpipe or a Dragon Hunter Crossbow will be your best choice for this kind of set up. The Toxic Blowpipe is a quick-hitting Ranged weapon that has a special attack that can heal you, making this an excellent choice. However, if you are able to obtain a Dragon Hunter Crossbow, that will be superior, as it gives an additional +30 percent Ranged attack and +25 percent Ranged damage when fighting against dragons.

The DHC is also one-handed, so you can bring a Dragonfire Ward, a Twisted Buckler, or a Book of Law for extra defense and bonus Ranged attack. Since you are using Elite Void to switch to Melee when the time comes, it is recommended to bring either a Bandos Godsword or a Dragon Warhammer. Both of them have a special attack that lowers a target's Defense level, which will drastically improve how well you can attack Vorkath.

Other than your gear, bring an Extended Super Antifire Potion, Antivenom++, Super Combat Potion, Ranged Potion, and two Super Restores/Prayer Potions, while filling the rest of your inventory with high-healing food (Sharks, Karambwans, Manta Rays, etc.).

Since Vorkath is a draconic creature that uses dragonfire, bringing a Super Antifire Potion will allow you to resist its dragonfire attacks while not having to worry about bringing an Antidragon shield (paired with the "Protect from Magic" prayer, and you are almost immune to all dragonfire).

Vorkath also has a breath that will inflict venom on you, so it is important to bring an Antivenom to negate as much damage as possible from it. A Super Combat Potion and Ranged Potion are used to increase your stats both when commencing your special attack with a Bandos Godsword/Dragon Warhammer, and while fighting Vorkath with a Toxic Blowpipe.

How To Find Vorkath

While there are many ways to reach Vorkath between fights, you should consider building a POH portal to Waterbirth Island. This way you only need to bring runes for the “Teleport to House” spell to head to Vorkath and back; teleport to your POH, use the portal to reach Waterbirth Island, then take the boats to Rellekka and Ungael.

How To Defeat Vorkath

Once you reach Vorkath, equip your Melee gear, along with your Bandos Godsword or Dragon Warhammer (depending on which one you brought). Also, make sure that your Slayer’s Staff has “Crumble Undead” set as its auto-cast spell.

When you are ready, drink a dose of each potion and activate both your Special Attack and Quick Prayers (which should be set to “Protect from Magic” and “Rigour”), although you can quickly activate “Piety” during your special attacks if you are comfortable enough.

Your first hits with your BGS/DWH are crucial. If you do not hit high enough, Vorkath’s stats may not be drained enough, and you could be in for a long fight. If you don’t hit high enough, it is recommended to teleport out, recharge your special attack bar using your POH rejuvenation pool (or the one in the Freon Enclave), return and start over.

Once you land good special attacks, quickly step back and equip your Ranged gear, making sure “Protect from Magic” and “Rigour” are still activated.

Among the different regular attacks it can do, there are four different special attacks you need to look out for:

Once Vorkath is dead, it will fall unconscious again and drop its loot in front of you to grab. If you have enough supplies and feel confident, you can “Poke” Vorkath to fight it again, or teleport out to resupply and return for another kill.

Vorkath Rewards

Vorkath sports an impressive loot table that will keep you coming back for greater rewards. Averaging around 150,000 gp per kill, Vorkath drops loot that is both useful for Ironman accounts and valuable for players looking to make a profit. The highlights of Vorkath's loot table include: