OSRS Green Dragon Safe Spot Guide for Efficient Killing

Green dragons in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) are a popular choice for players looking to make money or train Prayer efficiently. Found primarily in the Wilderness, these level 79 monsters drop valuable dragon bones and green dragonhide, making them a lucrative target. However, the Wilderness introduces the risk of player-killers (PKers), which can make killing green dragons challenging. This guide explores safe spots, strategies, and tips to maximize your efficiency while minimizing risks. Whether you’re a mid-level player or an Ironman, you’ll find actionable advice to slay green dragons safely.

Green dragons are the weakest chromatic dragons in OSRS, making them accessible to a wide range of players. They have a combat level of 79, 100 hitpoints, and a max melee hit of 8, though their dragonfire can hit up to 50 without proper protection. Their guaranteed drops—dragon bones (2,713 GP) and green dragonhide (1,420 GP)—yield around 4,133 GP per kill, offering steady profit. For Ironmen, green dragons are the fastest way to gather dragon bones for Prayer training. They can also be assigned as a Slayer task by Krystilia, combining profit with Slayer experience.

Key Benefits of Killing Green Dragons

• Profitability: Each kill nets ~4,133 GP, with potential for 170 kills per hour (~702,610 GP/hour).
• Prayer XP: Dragon bones provide 72 Prayer XP each, ideal for Ironmen.
• Slayer Tasks: Assigned by Krystilia, offering good Slayer XP alongside loot.
• Accessibility: Mid-level players with 60+ Ranged or Melee can efficiently kill them.

Green Dragon Locations in the Wilderness

Green dragons are scattered across the Wilderness, each location offering different advantages and risks. Most spots are in PvP areas, so PKers are a constant threat. Choosing the right location and leveraging safe spots can significantly reduce your risk.

Main Green Dragon Locations

Location	Wilderness Level	Number of Spawns	Teleport Method	PvP Risk
West of Dark Warriors’ Fortress	12-14	3	Games Necklace (Corporeal Beast)	Moderate
South of Venenatis	20-24	5	Carrallanger Teleport (Ancient Magicks)	High
North of Graveyard of Shadows	24-26	5	Edgeville Lever	High
South of Lava Maze	35-37	3	Obelisk (Level 35)	Low
East of Boneyard Hunter Area	17-20	11	Edgeville Lever	High

Note: The East of Boneyard Hunter Area is popular due to its high spawn count, but it attracts more PKers. The South of Lava Maze spot, being deeper in the Wilderness, is less frequented but harder to escape from.

Safe Spot Strategies for Green Dragons

Safe spotting allows you to attack green dragons without taking damage, using terrain or obstacles to block their melee and dragonfire attacks. Ranged is the preferred method for safe spotting due to its distance advantage, though Melee can work with specific setups.

Popular Safe Spots

• East of Boneyard Hunter Area: Use the trees and bones piles to trap dragons. Stand behind a bone pile, lure a dragon, and attack with a crossbow. This spot supports 11 spawns, maximizing kills per hour.
• West of Dark Warriors’ Fortress: Near level 12-14 Wilderness, use the small ruins or trees to block dragon movement. This spot is closer to Edgeville, making it easier to teleport out if PKers appear.
• South of Lava Maze: The narrow paths and rocks here allow you to trap dragons. This deeper Wilderness spot is quieter but requires a quick escape plan.

Tip: Always lure one dragon at a time to your safe spot to avoid multi-combat situations. Keep your mouse over the teleport option (e.g., Amulet of Glory) for a fast exit if a PKer logs in.

How to Set Up a Safe Spot

1. Equip your Ranged gear and anti-dragon shield.
2. Approach your chosen location and identify an obstacle (tree, rock, or ruins).
3. Lure a single dragon by attacking it and running back to the obstacle.
4. Position yourself so the dragon is stuck on the opposite side, unable to reach you.
5. Attack with Ranged, keeping an eye on your surroundings for PKers.

Recommended Gear and Inventory Setup

Your gear setup should balance damage output, defense, and disposability to minimize losses if PKed. Since green dragons are in the Wilderness, only bring items you’re willing to lose. Below are recommended setups for Ranged and Melee.

Ranged Gear Setup

Ranged is ideal for safe spotting due to its distance advantage. Aim for 60+ Ranged and 40+ Defence.

• Weapon: Rune crossbow or Dragon hunter crossbow (if affordable, ~90M GP, +20% damage to dragons).
• Ammo: Mithril bolts (cheap) or Broad bolts (higher damage).
• Shield: Anti-dragon shield or Dragonfire ward (+15 Ranged bonus).
• Armour: Green d’hide armour (requires 40 Ranged, 40 Defence for body).
• Amulet: Amulet of Glory (for teleports under level 30 Wilderness).

Melee Gear Setup

Melee is riskier but viable for players with 70+ Attack/Strength. Use a Dragon hunter lance for +20% damage if possible.

• Weapon: Dragon hunter lance (~72M GP) or Abyssal whip.
• Shield: Anti-dragon shield or Dragonfire shield.
• Armour: Rune armour or better (e.g., Bandos for high Defence).
• Amulet: Amulet of Glory.

Inventory Setup

• Teleport: Amulet of Glory (charged) or Games Necklace.
• Food: 5-10 high-healing items (e.g., sharks or monkfish).
• Potions: Ranging potion (boosts Ranged) or Super strength (for Melee).
• Other: Looting bag (to store more hides/bones), 1-2 antipoisons (for PKer venom).

Pro Tip: Keep your inventory minimal to reduce risk. Use a looting bag to bank more loot per trip.

Tips to Avoid PKers and Maximize Efficiency

PKers are the biggest threat when killing green dragons. Their use of Teleblock and high-damage spells like Ancient Magicks can make escaping difficult. Here’s how to stay safe and efficient.

Anti-PKer Strategies

• World Hopping: If a PKer appears, immediately hop worlds using the world switcher. Keep your mouse over the hopper button.
• Teleport Early: Teleport out as soon as you see a white dot on the minimap in a quiet world. Don’t wait to confirm it’s a PKer.
• Low-Risk Gear: Wear cheap gear (e.g., green d’hide, rune crossbow) to make yourself a less appealing target.
• Run to Safety: If teleblocked, run to a nearby NPC (e.g., zombies in Graveyard of Shadows) to tank the PKer while you log out.

Efficiency Tips

• Bank Often: Bank every 10-15 kills to secure loot, especially on Ironman accounts.
• Use Looting Bag: Store dragon bones and hides in a looting bag to extend trips.
• Optimize Safe Spots: Stick to one safe spot per trip to minimize movement and maximize kills.
• Monitor Multi-Combat: Avoid multi-combat zones to prevent multiple dragons attacking at once.

Community Insight: Reddit users suggest killing dragons near the Corporeal Beast cave (level 22 Wilderness) for a safe spot and quick teleport access with a Games Necklace. If teleblocked, running to the Graveyard of Shadows and boxing a zombie can buy time to escape.

By leveraging safe spots, choosing the right location, and staying vigilant, you can turn green dragon killing into a profitable and rewarding activity in OSRS. Stick to low-risk gear, master your escape plan, and enjoy the steady flow of GP and Prayer XP!