In this year’s OSRS Leagues 5: Raging Echoes, players have flocked to powerful regions like Asgarnia and Morytania, leaving Kandarin as one of the least popular picks. The perception that Magic is weaker compared to other combat styles has further contributed to its underrepresentation. However, we’re here to show that every region has its value, especially when it comes to Echo bosses. In this guide, we’ll focus on defeating the Echo Thermonuclear Smoke Devil and claiming the coveted Devil’s Element.

Boss Overview: Echo Thermonuclear Smoke Devil

The Echo Thermonuclear Smoke Devil is an enhanced version of the original boss, offering unique mechanics and challenges that make it an exciting encounter. To access this boss, you must meet a hard requirement:

• Level 93 Slayer.

This means you won’t be able to tackle the Echo Thermonuclear Smoke Devil early in your League journey. If you’re building a Magic-focused character and haven’t selected your regions yet, consider picking Kandarin as your second or third choice. This way, you’ll unlock the region when you’re ready to tackle its endgame content.

If you’ve never faced this boss before, don’t worry—it’s simpler than it seems. With the right preparation and strategy, you’ll defeat it with ease.

Requirements

Before heading into battle, ensure you meet the following requirements:

Stats

• 93+ Slayer (mandatory).

• 94+ Magic (to cast powerful spells).

• 43+ Prayer (for Protect prayers).

Gear

• Magic weapon: A staff capable of autocasting, such as the Trident of the Seas or Trident of the Swamp. If you’re using Ancient Magicks, bring a scepter. For those sticking to the standard spellbook, make sure you can cast surge-level spells for optimal damage.

• Facemask or Slayer Helmet: Required to negate the Smoke Devil’s effects.

• Magic gear: Use your best available gear to boost Magic accuracy and damage.

• Ranged weapon: A shortbow, knives, or other fast-hitting ranged weapon, along with appropriate ammunition.

Consumables

• Food: Bring Karambwans or better.

• Prayer potions: Unless you have the Tier 6 relic Total Recall.

• Optional: Stamina potions for quicker movement during the fight.

Strategy

Preparation

To maximize your efficiency, it’s best to fight this boss after unlocking Tier 6 relics, particularly Total Recall and Banker’s Note. These relics allow you to extend your trips and reduce downtime significantly.

Mechanics

The Echo Thermonuclear Smoke Devil uses a straightforward attack rotation and a few mechanics to keep you on your toes:

• Ranged and Magic Attacks:

    • The boss alternates between Ranged and Magic attacks.

    • In the first half of the fight, it attacks in a 3-hit pattern (three Ranged, then three Magic).

    • In the second half, it switches to a Ranged-Magic-Ranged attack rotation.

• Pink Circles:

    • Pink circles appear on the ground throughout the fight.

    • Stand in a pink circle to avoid taking heavy damage from the boss’s attacks. Each circle disappears after absorbing one hit, so move to the next circle after every attack.

• Charge Attack:

    • The boss builds a yellow charge bar above its health bar during each rotation.

    • When the bar is full, it unleashes a powerful charge attack.

    • To avoid taking massive damage, run as far away as possible and switch to Protect from Magic.

    • Before moving away, hit the boss with your ranged weapon to force it to pray against Ranged after the charge attack.

Battle Plan

Follow these steps for a smooth fight:

• Initial Setup:

    • Equip your Slayer Helmet or facemask.

    • Turn on Protect from Ranged and your best offensive Magic prayer (e.g., Augury).

    • Enter the boss room and locate the pink circles.

• First Phase:

    • Begin attacking the boss with your Magic weapon while standing on a pink circle.

    • After every hit you take, move to the next closest circle.

    • Switch prayers to Protect from Magic after three Ranged attacks, and repeat the process for the Magic attacks.

• Dealing with the Charge Attack:

    • After 12 attacks, the boss’s charge bar will fill. Equip your Ranged weapon and hit the boss once.

    • Immediately run away and switch to Protect from Magic.

    • The further you are from the boss, the less damage you’ll take.

• Second Phase (30-40% Health):

    • Once the boss’s health drops below 40%, it switches to a Ranged-Magic-Ranged attack rotation.

    • Option 1: The lazy method involves keeping Protect from Ranged active and tanking occasional Magic hits.

    • Option 2: For optimal play, alternate between Protect from Ranged and Protect from Magic after each attack.

• Repeat the Process:

    • After each charge attack, pink circles reappear, and the attack rotation resets.

    • Follow the same steps until the boss is defeated.

Tips and Tricks

• Tier 6 Relics:

  Relics like Total Recall and Banker’s Note significantly reduce the need for prayer potions and extend your trips. Prioritize these relics before farming the boss.

• Positioning:

  Pay attention to your position within the pink circles. Being proactive with movement ensures you don’t get caught out of position.

• Ranged Weapon:

   The Ranged hit before the charge attack doesn’t need to deal damage; even a 0-hit will force the boss to pray against Ranged.

Conclusion

Congratulations! With this strategy, you’ve successfully defeated the Echo Thermonuclear Smoke Devil and secured the Devil’s Element. While Kandarin may be the least popular region in Leagues 5, it has its unique challenges and rewards.

For more guides on OSRS Leagues 5: Raging Echoes and other Echo bosses, check out our blog.

RSorder Team