Old School RS (OSRS) has once again challenged its players with a brand-new boss tied to the latest quest update, ["Quest Name"]. For many adventurers, this new addition brings an exciting challenge, innovative mechanics, and of course, some fantastic loot. In this guide, we’ll break down the ins and outs of this boss encounter, including the best strategies, gear suggestions, and tips to maximize your success.

Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a player embarking on this battle for the first time, this guide will help ensure that you emerge victorious against this formidable foe.

Preparation: Gear and Inventory Setup

Before entering the fight, the first crucial step is ensuring you are well-prepared. The boss's attacks can deal a wide variety of damage types, so gearing up properly is essential.

Weapon Selection: Slash or Crush?

Throughout the fight, the question of whether to use Slash or Crush weapons may arise. While both types are viable, there is debate over which is more effective in certain phases of the battle.

1. Slash Weapons: Weapons like the Abyssal Whip and the Zamorakian Hasta are strong choices for dealing with this boss, particularly during phases where speed and consistent damage are vital. 

2. Crush Weapons: If you're wielding a powerful Crush weapon such as a Scythe of Vitur or Bludgeon, you may find it more effective in certain parts of the fight, particularly if the boss exhibits higher Slash defense. The key is to watch for the boss’s shifting weaknesses, which often means switching between attack styles to maximize your DPS.

For many players, Zombie Axes (Crush weapons) have been performing exceptionally well due to the boss’s slightly lower defense in this area. Experiment with both styles, but keep an eye on the boss’s health and defense debuffs to make the most out of your attacks.

Defensive Gear and Prayer

The boss uses a mix of Mage and Melee attacks, making Protect from Magic and Piety essential for staying alive. Keep a close eye on the boss's attack animations to ensure you're using the correct protection prayers at the right time.

Here are some recommendations:

  • Helmet: Slayer Helm (i) for the added boost if you're on task or a Serpentine Helm for its poison immunity.

  • Body and Legs: Bandos Chestplate and Tassets are great for the Strength bonus, or Torva Armor if you're going for higher-tier defensive stats.

  • Cape: Infernal or Fire cape, depending on your access.

  • Amulet: Amulet of Fury for the defensive boost and life-sustaining effects, or Amulet of Torture for a raw Strength bonus if you’re confident in your defensive switches.

  • Boots: Primordial Boots for Strength or Dragon Boots as a budget alternative.

  • Ring: Berserker Ring (i) for added melee damage, or Ring of Suffering if you need additional defense and recoil damage.

Inventory Setup

Having the right inventory setup is critical for managing the various phases of the fight. Here’s a standard setup you can follow, but feel free to adjust based on your comfort and gear:

  • Super Combat Potions: Boost your Attack, Strength, and Defense.

  • Saradomin Brews and Super Restores: A balance between healing and restoring Prayer.

  • Antidote++ or Sanfew Serums: To prevent the poison from minions or boss attacks.

  • Teleport tabs: For quick escapes if the fight goes south.

Phases of the Fight

The boss battle can be divided into several phases, each requiring its own strategy. Here’s a breakdown of how to handle each stage of the fight.

Phase 1: The Initial Attack

Upon starting the fight, the boss will immediately attack with both Magic and Melee. You should always pray Mage as soon as you enter the room. The key to surviving this phase is not getting overwhelmed by the spikes that frequently appear on the floor.

As the fight begins, move constantly to avoid the spikes while simultaneously dealing damage. The spikes can catch you off guard, leading to unnecessary damage, so awareness of the room’s layout is essential. Hit the boss with your best DPS weapon, preferably one with Slash or Crush capabilities, and try to stay close to the center of the room.

Phase 2: Special Attacks and Avoiding Danger

During this phase, the boss introduces his first special attack—he’ll summon skulls that circle the room. When these appear, move away immediately. The skulls can deal devastating damage if they hit you. Once they pass, return to the boss and continue attacking.

In this phase, you’ll also notice that ice bursts will spawn on the floor. Stay clear of these zones as they will freeze and damage you if you step into them. Constant movement is the key to survival in this phase.

Phase 3: Minions and Mechanics

As the boss loses more health, it will spawn minions to assist. These can be dangerous if left unchecked. Most players opt to use a combination of Blood Barrage or Chinchompas to clear out minions quickly, allowing you to refocus on the boss without taking too much damage from adds.

You may also see Frozen Tears dropping during this phase. These valuable items recharge special amulets that teleport you to certain areas, but in this fight, they provide more immediate value by dropping extra loot. Use them as necessary, but don’t let the tears distract you from the main task—defeating the boss.

Final Phase: Unleashing Your DPS

As the fight progresses into the final phase, the boss’s defenses drop significantly, allowing you to land heavier hits. This is the time to use any remaining special attack energy and high DPS weapons.

The Scythe of Vitur shines in this phase due to its ability to hit multiple parts of the boss’s large hitbox. Alternatively, Abyssal Whip users should focus on speed and precision, landing as many hits as possible to finish the fight.

Be mindful of the boss’s final special attack, where it summons multiple minions and throws down one last wave of spikes. Keep your cool, avoid the dangers, and focus on finishing the boss off.

Loot: What to Expect

One of the best aspects of this new boss fight is the highly rewarding loot table. Players have reported frequent drops of Frozen Tears, which can be used for valuable teleports, OSRS gold, and other rewards. Other notable drops include Rune Platebodies, high-level alchables, and even rare pets for those lucky enough to roll them.

In addition, two guaranteed loot rolls for each kill make this one of the more generous bosses in recent OSRS updates. Jagx has truly given players a reason to farm this content regularly, with both valuable drops and exciting challenges.

Conclusion: Is This Boss Worth Your Time?

For both mid-level and high-level players, this boss presents a fun and challenging encounter that offers great rewards and opportunities for new content creators to showcase their skills. Whether you're looking to complete combat tasks or simply enjoy the fight, mastering this boss will be a worthwhile investment.

So grab your best gear, head out to the fight, and as always, good luck adventurer!

RSorder Team