[Top 10] OSRS Best Bosses For Rewards (And How To Defeat Them)

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Updated:
09 Mar 2023

If you are a fan of Old School RuneScape (OSRS), you know that the game has some of the most challenging bosses to defeat. But defeating them comes with some fantastic rewards that can help you level up your game. In this article, we have compiled a list of the top 10 best OSRS bosses for rewards, and we will teach you how to defeat them.

10) Zulrah

Official description: "Zulrah is a fearsome creature with deadly venom and a host of dangerous attacks. Only the bravest and most skilled adventurers can hope to defeat this aquatic beast and claim its valuable rewards."

Stats:

Combat level: 725

Hitpoints: 500

Attack styles: Ranged, Magic, and Melee

Zulrah is an aquatic snake-like creature that you will encounter in the Zul-Andra region. It is known as the most profitable boss in OSRS, thanks to the generous drops it provides. Zulrah has three forms, and each form has its unique attack style.

  • To defeat Zulrah, you need to be familiar with its attack patterns, which include Ranged, Magic, and Melee. Here's how to counter its behaviour:
  • When Zulrah rises from the water and is green, it will attack you with a Ranged attack. You should switch to Ranged protect prayer and move to a safe spot.
  • Zulrah will then use its Magic attack when blue. When this happens, switch to Mage protect prayer and move to a safe spot.
  • Zulrah's third attack is Melee when it's red, and it will use this when you are within its melee range. Move away from Zulrah when it is about to use a Melee attack.
  • The best way to kill Zulrah is to use Ranged or Magic attacks, but you must have a high-level skill to do this. For beginners, it is recommended to use the Blowpipe and Trident of the Seas. Here's a video guide to help you defeat Zulrah: 

9) Vorkath

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Official description: "Vorkath is a powerful dragon with a host of deadly attacks. Its scales are said to be the strongest material in the world, making it an extremely difficult foe to defeat."

Stats:

Combat level: 732

Hitpoints: 750

Attack styles: Ranged, Magic, and Melee

Vorkath is a powerful dragon that resides on an island in the northwest corner of the map. It is one of the most challenging bosses to defeat, but it provides excellent rewards, including Dragonfire Ward, Dragonfire Visage, and Skeletal Visage.

  • To defeat Vorkath, you need to avoid its attacks and use a combination of Ranged and Magic attacks. Here's how to counter its behaviour:
  • Vorkath has several attacks, including Melee, Magic, and Ranged. When it uses a Melee attack, move away from it quickly.
  • When defeating Vorkath using melee, it is recommended to activate the protect from Mage prayer.
  •  On the other hand, when using range to defeat Vorkath, it is advised to use the Protect from Missiles prayer.
  • The best way to kill Vorkath is to use the Dragonfire Ward and Dragonfire Protection potions. Here's a video guide to help you defeat Vorkath:

8) Cerberus

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Official description: "Cerberus is a three-headed hound of hell, charged with guarding the underworld. Its ferocious attacks make it a deadly foe, but the rewards it guards are well worth the effort."

Stats:

Combat level: 318

Hitpoints: 600

Attack styles: Magic and Melee

Cerberus is a three-headed dog that you will encounter in the Taverley Dungeon. It has a unique attack style and defeating it can be challenging, but it provides some of the best rewards in the game.

To defeat Cerberus, you need to be familiar with its attack patterns, which include Melee, Magic, and Ranged attacks. Here's how to counter its behaviour:

  • Cerberus has a Melee attack that can hit multiple targets at once. Move away from it when it uses this attack.
  • Cerberus can also use a Magic attack, which can hit you from a distance. Use the Protect from Magic prayer to counter this attack.
  • Cerberus also has a Ranged attack that can hit you from a distance. Use the Protect from Missiles prayer to counter this attack.
  • The best way to kill Cerberus is to use a combination of Ranged and Magic attacks. It is recommended to use the melee or ranged. Here's a video guide to help you defeat Cerberus: 

     

7) General Graardor

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Official description: "General Graardor is a powerful goblin warlord who commands an army of fierce warriors. His formidable strength and battle skills make him one of the most challenging bosses to defeat."

Stats:

Combat level: 624

Hitpoints: 2550

Attack styles: Melee

General Graardor is a massive goblin boss that you will encounter in the Bandos Stronghold. Defeating him requires a team, but it provides some excellent rewards, including the Bandos Godsword, Bandos Chestplate, and Bandos Tassets.

To defeat General Graardor, you need to work as a team and be familiar with his attack patterns. Here's how to counter his behaviour:

  • General Graardor has a Melee attack that can hit multiple targets at once. Move away from him when he uses this attack.
  • General Graardor can also use a Ranged attack that can hit you from a distance. Use the Protect from Missiles prayer to counter this attack.
  • General Graardor can stomp his foot, causing a shockwave that can hit you and your teammates. Move away from him when he does this.

The best way to kill General Graardor is to use a combination of Ranged and Melee attacks. It is recommended to have a team of four players, with one using tank armour and the other three using dps. Here's a video guide to help you defeat General Graardor: 

6) Zalcano

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Official description: "Zalcano is a creature of stone and crystal, created by the dwarves to guard their mines. Its unique attack style makes it a challenging boss to defeat, but the rewards it provides are well worth the effort."

Stats:

Combat level: 785

Hitpoints: 1200

Attack styles: Ranged and Magic

Zalcano is a rock-like creature that you will encounter in the Prifddinas mine. It is a unique boss that requires a combination of Mining and Combat skills to defeat, but it provides some excellent rewards, including the Crystal Tool Seed and Uncut Onyx.

To defeat Zalcano, you need to be familiar with its attack patterns, which include Ranged and Magic attacks. Here's how to counter its behaviour:

  • Zalcano will create a crystal shield that will protect it from damage. You need to mine the nearby crystals to remove the shield.
  • Zalcano can use a Ranged attack that can hit you from a distance. Use the Protect from Missiles prayer to counter this attack.
  • Zalcano can also use a Magic attack that can hit you from a distance. Use the Protect from Magic prayer to counter this attack.
  • The best way to kill Zalcano is to use a combination of Mining and Combat skills. It is recommended to have a team of players, with some mining the crystals and others attacking Zalcano. Here's a video guide to help you defeat Zalcano: 

     

5) The Nightmare

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Official description: "The Nightmare is a powerful demon that haunts the dreams of the innocent. Its terrifying attacks and dark powers make it one of the most challenging bosses in the game, but the rewards it provides are unparalleled."

Stats:

Combat level: 814

Hitpoints: 1000

Attack styles: Melee, Magic, and Ranged

The Nightmare is a powerful demon that you will encounter in the Sisterhood Sanctuary. It is one of the most challenging bosses to defeat, but it provides some excellent rewards, including the Inquisitor's Mace and the Nightmare Staff.

To defeat The Nightmare, you need to be familiar with its attack patterns, which include Melee, Magic, and Ranged attacks. Here's how to counter its behaviour:

  • The Nightmare has a Melee attack that can hit you from a distance. Move away from it when it uses this attack.
  • The Nightmare can use a Magic attack that can hit you from a distance. Use the Protect from Magic prayer to counter this attack.
  • The Nightmare can also use a Ranged attack to hit you from a distance. Use the Protect from Missiles prayer to counter this attack.
  • The Nightmare will also create pools of darkness that can damage you over time. It is recommended to avoid standing in these pools.
  • The best way to kill The Nightmare is to use a combination of Melee and Magic attacks. It is recommended to have a team of players. Here's a video guide to help you defeat The Nightmare: 

     

4) Corporeal Beast

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Official description: "The Corporeal Beast is a terrifying creature from another dimension, with the power to manipulate reality itself. Its otherworldly attacks make it a formidable foe, but the rewards it provides are worth the risk."

Stats:

Combat level: 785

Hitpoints: 2000

Attack styles: Melee and Magic

The Corporeal Beast is a massive, otherworldly creature that you will encounter in the Wilderness. It is one of the most challenging bosses to defeat, but it provides some excellent rewards, including the Elysian Spirit Shield, the Arcane Spirit Shield, and the Spectral Spirit Shield.

To defeat the Corporeal Beast, you need to be familiar with its attack patterns, which include Melee and Magic attacks. Here's how to counter its behaviour:

  • The Corporeal Beast has a Melee attack that can hit you from a distance. Move away from it when it uses this attack.
  • The Corporeal Beast can also use a Magic attack to hit you from a distance. Use the Protect from Magic prayer to counter this attack.
  • The best way to kill the Corporeal Beast is to use a combination of Melee and Magic attacks. It is recommended to use the Dragon Warhammer to lower its defence and then switch to an hasta. Here's a video guide to help you defeat the Corporeal Beast: 

     

3) The Gauntlet

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Official description: "The Gauntlet is a challenging mini-game that requires both combat and skilling skills to complete. It tests the player's abilities to the limit, but the rewards it provides are well worth the effort."

The Gauntlet is a mini-game that you can play in Prifddinas city. It is not a traditional boss, but it provides some excellent rewards, including the Blade of Saeldor.

To complete The Gauntlet, you need to navigate through several rooms, defeat various monsters, and collect resources to craft weapons and armour. Here's how to complete The Gauntlet:

  • Use the resources you gather to craft weapons and armour.
  • Use weapons and armour to defeat the monsters in each room.
  • Collect the crystals dropped by the monsters to create the Blade of Saeldor.
  • The best way to complete The Gauntlet is to have high-level skills in Mining, Smithing, and Combat. Here's a video guide to help you complete The Gauntlet: 

     

2) Kree'arra

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Official description: "Kree'arra is a fierce aviansie warrior, with the power to summon powerful winds and unleash devastating attacks. It's one of the most challenging bosses in the God Wars Dungeon, but the rewards it provides are worth the effort."

Stats:

Combat level: 580

Hitpoints: 255

Attack styles: Ranged and Melee

Kree'arra is a large aviansie boss that you will encounter in the God Wars Dungeon. It is one of the most challenging bosses to defeat, but it provides some excellent rewards, including the Armadyl Godsword and the Armadyl Crossbow.

To defeat Kree'arra, you need to be familiar with its attack patterns, which include Melee, Magic, and Ranged attacks. Here's how to counter its behaviour:

  • Kree'arra has a Melee attack that can hit you from a distance. Move away from it when it uses this attack.
  • Kree'arra can also use a Magic attack to hit you from a distance. Use the Protect from Magic prayer to counter this attack.
  • Kree'arra can use a Ranged attack that can hit you from a distance. Use the Protect from Missiles prayer to counter this attack.
  • The best way to kill Kree'arra is to use a combination of Ranged and Magic attacks. It is recommended to have a team of players, with one using Ranged attacks and the other using Magic attacks. Here's a video guide to help you defeat Kree'arra: 

     

1) The Theatre of Blood (Most Rewarding)

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Official description: "The Theatre of Blood is a deadly raid that requires teamwork and strategy to complete. It's one of the most challenging pieces of content in the game, but the rewards it provides are unmatched."

The Theatre of Blood is a raid that you can participate in with a team of players. It is one of the most challenging raids to complete, but it provides some excellent rewards, including the Avernic Defender and the Ghrazi Rapier.

To complete the Theatre of Blood, you need to navigate through several rooms and defeat various monsters and bosses. Here's how to complete the Theatre of Blood:

  • Use teamwork and communication to navigate through each room.
  • Defeat the monsters and bosses in each room.
  • Collect the rewards dropped by the monsters and bosses.
  • The best way to complete the Theatre of Blood is to have a team of experienced players with high-level skills in Combat.
  • Here's a video guide to help you complete the Theatre of Blood: 

     

In conclusion, defeating OSRS bosses can be challenging, but the rewards they provide make it worth the effort. With this list of the top 10 best OSRS bosses for rewards and our tips on how to defeat them, you will be well on your way to becoming an OSRS boss slayer. So gear up and get ready to take on these mighty creatures!



 

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