Dark Beast Superior OSRS Guide

Dark Beasts and their superior variant, the Night Beast, are iconic high-level Slayer monsters in Old School RuneScape (OSRS). Requiring 90 Slayer to kill, they offer a challenging yet rewarding experience for players seeking valuable loot like the Dark Bow and Imbued Heart. This guide dives into everything you need to know about tackling Dark Beast Superiors, from strategies and gear to locations and loot, optimized for both efficiency and profit.

Dark Beasts are level 182 Slayer monsters found in specific locations like the Mourner Tunnels and Iorwerth Dungeon. Their superior variant, the Night Beast, is a tougher version with enhanced stats and unique mechanics. Night Beasts only spawn after unlocking the “Bigger and Badder” perk for 150 Slayer reward points, making them a rare but lucrative encounter.

Key Characteristics of Night Beasts

• Combat Level: Higher than Dark Beasts, with increased hitpoints and attack power.
• Special Attack: A 3×3 area-of-effect Magic attack resembling Fire Blast, dealing damage equal to 1/3 of the player’s current Hitpoints (rounded down).
• Drop Table: Three rolls on the regular Dark Beast drop table, plus a chance at superior-exclusive loot like the Imbued Heart.

The Night Beast’s special attack is avoidable by moving away from the targeted area, but keeping Protect from Melee active is crucial to minimize damage from its primary attacks.

Best Locations for Dark Beast Tasks

Dark Beasts and their superior variants can be found in several locations, each with unique advantages and challenges. Choosing the right spot can significantly impact your efficiency and profit.

Iorwerth Dungeon (Prifddinas)

The Iorwerth Dungeon is the preferred location for Dark Beast tasks due to its accessibility and additional loot potential. It requires completion of the Song of the Elves quest.

• Spawns: 10 Dark Beasts, allowing for consistent kills.
• Teleport: Use a teleport crystal to Prifddinas or a house teleport if your Player-Owned House is in Prifddinas.
• Bonus: Tertiary chance of receiving crystal shards, boosting the average kill value to 8,160 GP (9,662 GP on a Konar task).

Mourner Tunnels

Accessible after starting Mourning’s End Part II, the Mourner Tunnels house 19 Dark Beasts, making it ideal for players without Prifddinas access.

• Teleport: Slayer ring teleports directly to the tunnels, or use the Death Altar via the Abyss.
• Drawback: No crystal shard drops, lowering the average kill value to 4,047.64 GP (5,291.07 GP on a Konar task).

Catacombs of Kourend

Located in the Dragon’s Den area, this spot is less crowded but has fewer spawns and no unique tertiary drops.

• Access: Teleport to Kourend Castle and run to the Catacombs.
• Note: Night Beasts can spawn here, but ensure a 3×3 space is available for the superior variant to appear.

Optimal Gear and Inventory Setup

Dark Beasts are weak to stab and slash attacks, making melee the most effective combat style. Night Be simbolo require careful gear choices to handle their special attacks and maximize damage output.

Melee Gear Recommendations

Slot	High-End Setup	Budget Setup
Weapon	Abyssal Whip / Ghrazi Rapier	Dragon Scimitar
Armour	Bandos Chestplate & Tassets	Proselyte Armour
Shield	Dragon Defender	Rune Defender
Cape	Fire Cape	Skill Cape
Amulet	Amulet of Torture	Amulet of Glory

Tip: Use Proselyte or Initiate armour for high prayer bonus to sustain Protect from Melee. A Saradomin Godsword special attack can restore prayer and health, reducing the need for food.

Inventory Setup

• Essentials: Prayer potions (2-3), Super Combat Potion, Herb Sack, Gem Bag.
• Optional: Bonecrusher (with Bonecrusher Necklace for prayer restoration), High Alchemy runes, 2-3 Sharks (if cannoning).
• Pro Tip: Avoid cannons unless in the Mourner Tunnels, as they trigger magic attacks from Dark Beasts, complicating Night Beast encounters.

Combat Strategies for Night Beasts

Night Beasts demand attention due to their special attack and higher damage output. Here’s how to handle them effectively.

Protect from Melee and Positioning

Always activate Protect from Melee to negate most of the Night Beast’s damage. Stand in the center of the room to ensure Dark Beasts engage with melee rather than magic, reducing the chance of ranged magic attacks.

Dodging the Special Attack

The Night Beast’s 3×3 Fire Blast-like attack is telegraphed by a brief pause. Watch for this cue and move one tile away to avoid the area-of-effect damage. The attack won’t kill you, but dodging it preserves health and prayer points.

Maximizing Efficiency

Enable auto-retaliate to AFK safely, as Dark Beasts remain aggressive indefinitely. For Night Beasts, stay alert to dodge special attacks. Use a Bonecrusher Necklace to restore prayer points from Big Bones drops, allowing indefinite prayer usage without potions.

Loot and Profit Potential

Dark Beasts and Night Beasts offer decent profit, especially in Iorwerth Dungeon. The Night Beast’s superior drop table makes it a highlight of any Slayer task.

Notable Drops

• Dark Bow: A rare drop (~1/512) worth around 1M GP, popular in PvP scenarios.
• Death Talisman: Exclusive to Dark Beasts and Night Beasts, used for Runecrafting.
• Imbued Heart: A Night Beast exclusive (~1/395), boosting Magic levels for 7 minutes.
• Crystal Shards: Tertiary drop in Iorwerth Dungeon, craftable into divine potions for additional profit.

Profit Breakdown

Location	Average Kill Value (GP)	Konar Task Value (GP)
Iorwerth Dungeon	8,160	9,662
Mourner Tunnels	4,047.64	5,291.07
Catacombs of Kourend	~4,000	~5,200

Note: Night Beasts increase profit potential with their three drop table rolls and exclusive items. Unlocking “Bigger and Badder” and extending tasks with “Need more darkness” (100 Slayer points) maximizes Night Beast encounters.

Should You Extend Dark Beast Tasks?

Extending Dark Beast tasks to 110-135 kills is highly recommended if you’ve unlocked “Bigger and Badder.” The increased chance of encountering a Night Beast, combined with crystal shard drops in Iorwerth Dungeon, makes extended tasks more profitable and engaging. However, if you’re focused on Slayer points rather than loot, the default 10-20 kills are quick and efficient.

By leveraging the right gear, strategies, and locations, tackling Dark Beasts and their superior Night Beast variant can be both profitable and enjoyable. Whether you’re hunting for the Dark Bow or aiming for the elusive Imbued Heart, this guide equips you to dominate your Slayer tasks in OSRS.