How to Get Infernal Cape in OSRS A Step-by-Step Guide

The Infernal Cape is the ultimate melee cape in Old School RuneScape (OSRS), symbolizing mastery over the game’s toughest PvM challenge: the Inferno. With unmatched stats, including a +8 Strength bonus and +12 defense across the board, it’s a badge of honor for players who conquer TzKal-Zuk. This guide will walk you through the process of obtaining the Infernal Cape, from preparation to defeating the final boss, with practical tips to boost your chances of success. Whether you’re a seasoned PvM veteran or a determined newcomer, this step-by-step roadmap will help you claim this prestigious item.

The Inferno is a solo minigame located in Mor Ul Rek, released on June 1, 2017. It consists of 69 waves of increasingly difficult monsters, culminating in a battle against TzKal-Zuk. To access the Inferno, you must sacrifice a Fire Cape to TzHaar-Ket-Keh, a one-time requirement. The challenge tests your combat skills, prayer management, and positioning, making it one of the most demanding activities in OSRS.

Why the Infernal Cape Matters

The Infernal Cape surpasses the Fire Cape with superior melee bonuses (+4 to all attack stats, +8 Strength) and defensive stats (+12 across all defenses, +2 Prayer). It’s ideal for high-level PvM like Theatre of Blood or Nightmare of Ashihama, and its fiery design screams prestige. As of May 2025, over 122,000 players have earned it, but it remains a rare achievement.

Key Challenges in the Inferno

The Inferno’s difficulty stems from its relentless waves, requiring precise prayer switching, monster prioritization, and resource management. You’ll face nine monster types, including healers and damage-dealers, across 69 waves, with the final three waves featuring multiple Jads and TzKal-Zuk. Mistakes are costly, as a single misstep can end your run.

Preparing for the Inferno

Success in the Inferno demands thorough preparation. From stats and gear to inventory setup, every detail matters. Here’s how to get ready.

Recommended Stats and Quests

High combat stats are crucial for tackling the Inferno. Aim for the following minimums:

Attack: 90+ (for better weapon accuracy)
Strength: 90+ (for higher damage output)
Defence: 90+ (to tank hits)
Ranged: 90+ (for Bowfa or crossbow setups)
Magic: 94+ (for Blood Barrage sustain)
Prayer: 77+ (for Augury and Rigour)
Hitpoints: 90+ (for survivability)

Complete the Desert Treasure quest for Ancient Magicks (Blood Barrage) and Lunar Diplomacy for Vengeance. Unlocking Rigour and Augury via the Chambers of Xeric is highly recommended for prayer boosts.

Gear Setup

Your gear should balance offense, defense, and prayer bonuses. Two popular setups are the Bowfa (Bow of Faerdhinen) and Justiciar methods. Below is a table comparing recommended gear for a Bowfa setup, ideal for most players:

Slot	Item	Alternative
Head	Masori Mask (f)	Armadyl Helmet
Neck	Necklace of Anguish	Amulet of Fury
Body	Masori Body (f)	Armadyl Chestplate
Legs	Masori Chaps (f)	Armadyl Chainskirt
Weapon	Bow of Faerdhinen	Twisted Bow
Shield	Elysian Spirit Shield	Dragonfire Ward
Cape	Ava’s Assembler	Fire Cape
Boots	Pegasian Boots	Ranger Boots
Gloves	Barrows Gloves	Ferocious Gloves
Ring	Archers Ring (i)	Ring of Suffering (i)

For melee-focused players, swap to Justiciar armor, Bandos tassets, and a melee weapon like the Inquisitor’s Mace. Ensure you have a Dragon Warhammer for stat-draining TzKal-Zuk.

Inventory Setup

Your inventory should maximize sustainability. A typical setup includes:

8-10 Saradomin Brews: For healing
12-14 Super Restores: To restore stats and prayer
2-3 Stamina Potions: For run energy
1-2 Ranging Potions: To boost Ranged
Blood Barrage Runes: For healing off monsters
Vengeance Runes: For reflecting damage
Crystal Key: For quick banking (optional)

Bring a Holy Wrench to enhance prayer restoration from potions.

Mastering the Inferno Waves

The Inferno’s 69 waves require strategic positioning and monster prioritization. Understanding each monster and wave is key to progressing.

Monster Types and Strategies

The Inferno features nine monster types, each with unique behaviors:

Jal-Nib (Nibbler): Weak, but prioritizes pillars. Kill immediately to protect pillars.
Jal-MejRah (Bat): Ranged attacker. Safe-spot behind pillars or tank with Protect from Missiles.
Jal-Ak (Blob): Uses all three combat styles. Lure to a pillar and kill after Nibblers.
Jal-ImKot (Melee): High-damage melee. Keep distance and use Protect from Melee.
Jal-Xil (Ranger): Ranged attacker. Safe-spot or use Protect from Missiles.
Jal-Zek (Mage): Magic attacker that revives dead monsters. Prioritize after Nibblers; use Protect from Magic.
JalTok-Jad: Spawns in waves 67-68. Requires prayer switching like TzTok-Jad.
Yt-HurKot (Healer): Heals Jad or Zuk. Lure behind pillars or kill quickly.
TzKal-Zuk: Final boss in wave 69. Massive health and complex mechanics.

Use the three pillars in waves 1-66 to safe-spot monsters. The northern pillar is often the safest. Track wave numbers to anticipate new monster spawns (e.g., Blobs at wave 3, Melee at wave 10).

Wave Progression Tips

Here’s how to approach the waves:

Waves 1-30: Focus on killing Nibblers first to protect pillars. Safe-spot other monsters behind pillars.
Waves 31-60: Blobs and Mages become more frequent. Prioritize Mages to prevent revives.
Waves 61-66: High monster density. Conserve supplies by using Blood Barrage to heal.
Wave 67: Triple Jads. Practice prayer flicking and lure Jads to one spot.
Wave 68: Another Jad with healers. Tag healers to stop them from healing Jad.

Defeating TzKal-Zuk

TzKal-Zuk, the final boss, is a formidable foe with high health and devastating attacks. Here’s how to beat him.

TzKal-Zuk Mechanics

Zuk uses a mix of attacks:

Magic Attack: A blue fireball. Use Protect from Magic.
Ranged Attack: A green projectile. Use Protect from Missiles.
Magma Wave: A ground-based attack. Move to a safe tile to avoid massive damage.
Healers: Yt-HurKots spawn to heal Zuk. Tag or kill them quickly.

Zuk’s shield must be broken using a Dragon Warhammer’s special attack to make him vulnerable. Stay behind the moving safe zone to avoid his line-of-sight attacks.

Strategy for Zuk

Follow these steps:

Start with Protect from Magic and move to the safe zone behind the shield.
Use Dragon Warhammer specials to lower Zuk’s defense.
Attack with your primary weapon (Bowfa or melee).
When healers spawn, tag them to lure them away or kill them.
Watch for Zuk’s attack switches and adjust prayers accordingly.
Avoid the magma wave by stepping to a safe tile.

Conserve supplies by sipping brews only when necessary. Blood Barrage can help sustain health during healer phases.

Tips for Success and Common Mistakes

Even with preparation, the Inferno is grueling. Here are tips to improve your runs and pitfalls to avoid.

Pro Tips

Practice Prayer Flicking: Master 1-tick flicking to conserve prayer points.
Use Corrupted Gauntlet: It teaches movement and prayer switching, which are vital for the Inferno.
Watch Guides: YouTube tutorials (e.g., “How to Get Your First Infernal Cape”) break down wave solves.
Take Breaks: A run takes 2-3 hours. Stay focused but rest if fatigued.
Track Waves: Use a wave counter or mental note to anticipate spawns.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Ignoring Nibblers: They destroy pillars, leaving you exposed.
Overusing Supplies: Sip brews sparingly to last until Zuk.
Misclicking Prayers: Practice prayer switches to avoid fatal hits.
Poor Positioning: Stay near pillars to safe-spot monsters.

Obtaining the Infernal Cape is a monumental achievement in OSRS, requiring skill, patience, and persistence. With the right preparation, gear, and strategies, you can conquer the Inferno and claim this iconic cape. Start practicing, refine your setup, and don’t give up—your Infernal Cape awaits!