How to Make a Slayer Helmet in OSRS – Ultimate Guide
The Slayer Helmet in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) is a must-have for any serious slayer looking to boost their efficiency and style. This iconic headgear combines multiple pieces of Slayer equipment, offering powerful bonuses like a 16.67% melee boost against Slayer task monsters and protection from specific monster effects. Whether you’re a main account or an Ironman, crafting this helmet is a milestone in your Slayer journey. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to make the Slayer Helmet, including requirements, materials, crafting steps, imbuing, and tips to speed up the process.
The Slayer Helmet isn’t just a cosmetic flex; it’s a game-changer for Slayer tasks. By consolidating the effects of multiple Slayer items into one, it saves inventory space and provides significant combat bonuses. Here’s why it’s a top priority:
- Combat Boosts: Grants a 16.67% boost to melee accuracy and damage on Slayer tasks. The imbued version extends this to 15% for Ranged and Magic.
- Multi-Item Functionality: Combines the protective effects of a nose peg, facemask, earmuffs, spiny helmet, and more.
- Versatility: Useful in various Slayer locations, from the Smoke Dungeon to Lumbridge Swamp Caves.
- Customization: Can be recolored with boss heads for a personalized look, perfect for “fashionscape.”
With these perks, the Slayer Helmet is a cornerstone for mid-to-high-level Slayer training, making tasks faster and more profitable.
Requirements for Crafting the Slayer Helmet
Before you can craft the Slayer Helmet, you need to meet specific requirements and unlock the ability to make it. Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll need:
Skill and Quest Requirements
To craft and equip the Slayer Helmet, you must have:
- Level 55 Crafting: Boosts like mushroom pie (+4) or spicy stew (up to +5) can help if you’re short.
- Level 10 Defence: Required to wear the helmet.
- 400 Slayer Reward Points: Used to unlock the “Malevolent Masquerade” ability from any Slayer Master.
- Optional for Ironmen: Level 58 Slayer and completion of Cabin Fever to obtain a Black Mask from Cave Horrors.
Note that while the nose peg component requires 60 Slayer to equip, the Slayer Helmet itself has no Slayer level requirement to wear.
Unlocking Malevolent Masquerade
The “Malevolent Masquerade” unlock is purchased from any Slayer Master (e.g., Turael in Burthorpe or Duradel in Shilo Village) for 400 Slayer points. This ability allows you to combine the necessary items into a Slayer Helmet. If you’re low on points, we’ll cover point-farming strategies later.
Gathering Materials for the Slayer Helmet
Crafting the Slayer Helmet requires six specific items, most of which are easily obtainable. Here’s the full list, along with how to get each one:
List of Required Items
| Item | Purpose | How to Obtain | Cost (GE Price, Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Mask | Provides 16.67% melee boost | Dropped by Cave Horrors (1/512, requires 58 Slayer, Cabin Fever) or buy from Grand Exchange | ~600k-1M gp |
| Nose Peg | Protects from Aberrant Spectres | Buy from any Slayer Master | ~400 gp |
| Facemask | Protects in Smoke Dungeon | Buy from any Slayer Master | ~200 gp |
| Earmuffs | Protects from Banshee screams | Buy from any Slayer Master | ~300 gp |
| Spiny Helmet | Protects from Wall Beasts | Buy from any Slayer Master | ~1,000 gp |
| Enchanted Gem | Allows Slayer Master contact | Buy from any Slayer Master | ~1 gp |
| Reinforced Goggles (Optional) | Added if A Porcine of Interest is completed | Buy from any Slayer Master | ~100 gp |
Tip: For main accounts, buying the Black Mask from the Grand Exchange is faster than farming Cave Horrors. Ironmen will need to grind for the drop, so ensure you have a witchwood icon to negate Cave Horrors’ guaranteed damage.
Tips for Ironmen
Ironmen face a tougher challenge due to the Black Mask’s 1/512 drop rate from Cave Horrors. To optimize your grind:
- Use Protect from Melee or a witchwood icon to avoid damage.
- Bring high-damage gear to speed up kills.
- Consider safespotting with Ranged or Magic to minimize risk.
- Be patient—it may take hundreds of kills, but the mask is worth it.
Step-by-Step Guide to Crafting the Slayer Helmet
Once you’ve unlocked Malevolent Masquerade and gathered all materials, crafting the Slayer Helmet is straightforward. Follow these steps:
Crafting Process
- Check Crafting Level: Ensure you have 55 Crafting. If not, use a mushroom pie (main accounts) or spicy stew (Ironmen) for a boost.
- Gather Items: Have a Black Mask, Nose Peg, Facemask, Earmuffs, Spiny Helmet, Enchanted Gem, and (if applicable) Reinforced Goggles in your inventory.
- Combine Items: Right-click any of the required items and use it on another. If all items are present, the game will automatically craft the Slayer Helmet.
- Verify: Check your inventory for the Slayer Helmet. It will have the same defensive stats as a Rune Full Helm and provide all component effects.
Note: The Black Mask must be uncharged (no charges left) to craft the helmet. Use the “remove-charges” option if necessary.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using a charged Black Mask, which will prevent crafting.
- Attempting to craft with masked earmuffs—they must be disassembled first.
- Forgetting to unlock Malevolent Masquerade before trying to craft.
- Not having all items in your inventory during the crafting attempt.
Imbuing the Slayer Helmet for Extra Power
The regular Slayer Helmet is great for melee, but imbuing it unlocks 15% accuracy and damage boosts for Ranged and Magic, making it best-in-slot for most Slayer tasks. Here’s how to imbue it:
Imbuing Methods
You can imbue the Slayer Helmet (or Black Mask before crafting) using one of these methods:
- Nightmare Zone: Costs 1,250,000 reward points (625,000 with Hard Combat Achievements completed).
- Soul Wars: Requires 500 Zeal Tokens.
- Emir’s Arena: Use a Scroll of Imbuing, purchasable from the arena.
Recommendation: Nightmare Zone is the most accessible for most players, as points are relatively easy to farm through boss fights. If you imbue a Black Mask first, the resulting Slayer Helmet will automatically be imbued.
Imbued vs. Regular Slayer Helmet
| Feature | Regular Slayer Helmet | Imbued Slayer Helmet |
|---|---|---|
| Melee Boost | 16.67% accuracy/damage | 16.67% accuracy/damage |
| Ranged Boost | None | 15% accuracy/damage |
| Magic Boost | None | 15% accuracy/damage |
| Attack Bonuses | -6 Magic, -2 Ranged | +3 Magic, +3 Ranged |
| Magic Defence | -1 | +10 |
The imbued version is a massive upgrade for Ranged and Magic users, especially for tasks like Dust Devils or Greater Demons.
Tips for Farming Slayer Points Quickly
Earning 400 Slayer points can feel daunting, especially for newer players. Here are proven strategies to speed up the process:
Turael Skipping Method
This method maximizes point gains by leveraging task streaks:
- Complete 9 tasks from Turael (Burthorpe), who assigns easy, quick tasks like Goblins or Cows.
- For your 10th task, go to a high-level Slayer Master (e.g., Duradel or Nieve) for a task with a high point reward (up to 60 points on the 10th task).
- Repeat this cycle to rack up points quickly.
Pros: Turael’s tasks are fast, and the 10th-task multiplier from a high-level master boosts points significantly. Cons: You may get less Slayer XP due to low-level tasks.
Prioritizing Point Rewards
Other tips to optimize point farming:
- Avoid Skipping Tasks: Skipping costs 30 points, which adds up quickly.
- Block Bad Tasks: Use points to block tasks like Metal Dragons that are slow or unprofitable.
- Focus on Milestones: Every 10th, 50th, 100th, 250th, and 1000th task grants bonus points, so plan your streaks accordingly.
With Turael skipping, you can hit 400 points in roughly 60 tasks, depending on your Slayer Master.
Additional Notes
Be aware of these nuances:
- Krystilia’s Tasks: Wilderness tasks from Krystilia don’t count toward regular streaks, so avoid them for this method.
- Superior Monsters: Unlocking “Badder and Better” for 100 points can increase XP and loot, but prioritize the helmet first.
By following this guide, you’ll be rocking your Slayer Helmet in no time, boosting your Slayer efficiency and looking stylish while doing it. Whether you’re grinding tasks or flexing at the Slayer Tower, this helmet is a game-changer. Happy slaying!