OSRS Lizardman Shaman Guide for Efficient Dragon Warhammer Farming

Lizardman Shamans in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) are a sought-after target for players chasing the coveted Dragon Warhammer, a rare drop prized for its powerful special attack in high-level PvM encounters. Found in the Shayzien region of Zeah, these giant reptilian humanoids are tough but rewarding to farm. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know to tackle Lizardman Shamans efficiently, including locations, gear setups, strategies, and tips to maximize your kills per hour. Whether you’re an Ironman or a main, this guide will help you optimize your grind for that elusive drop.

Lizardman Shamans are primarily hunted for their Dragon Warhammer, which has a drop rate of approximately 1/5,000. This weapon is a game-changer for end-game content like Chambers of Xeric and Theatre of Blood due to its special attack that reduces a target’s defense. Beyond the warhammer, Shamans drop other valuable items like runes, herbs, and seeds, making them profitable even without the big ticket item. Their Slayer experience (157.5 per kill) also makes them a decent task for those with a lizardman assignment.

Key Requirements

Before you can start farming, you need to meet a few prerequisites:

• 100% Shayzien Favour: Required to access and kill Lizardman Shamans. This can be earned quickly through activities like healing wounded soldiers or fighting in the Combat Ring.
• Partial Completion of Fairytale II – Cure a Queen: Necessary for fairy ring access (code DJR) to reach the Shamans faster.
• Recommended Stats: 75+ Ranged for efficient kills, 70+ Defence for gear options, and 43+ Prayer for Protect from Missiles.
• Slayer Task (Optional): A lizardman task from Chaeldar, Konar, Nieve, or Duradel allows access to task-only areas and Slayer bonuses.

Lizardman Shaman Locations

Lizardman Shamans are found in three distinct areas in the Shayzien region, each with unique characteristics. Choosing the right location depends on your combat style, Slayer task status, and preference for multi-combat or single-combat areas.

Lizardman Canyon (Western Side)

This multi-combat area houses three Shamans and is accessible to all players with 100% Shayzien Favour. It’s ideal for cannon users but can be crowded, so check with the wounded soldier near the entrance to gauge activity.

• How to Get There: Use Xeric’s Talisman to teleport to Xeric’s Inferno, run south through Lovakengj, and descend the handholds west of the canyon. Alternatively, use fairy ring code DJR and head north.
• Pros: Multi-combat allows cannon use; larger area for maneuvering.
• Cons: Aggressive lizardmen and brutes can interfere; multiple Shamans attacking at once can be dangerous.

Lizardman Caves (Northern Lizardman Settlement)

This single-combat area contains eight Shamans split across four rooms, each with two Shamans. It’s exclusive to players on a lizardman Slayer task, making it less crowded but cannon-free.

• How to Get There: Teleport to Xeric’s Honour via Xeric’s Talisman, run southeast to Shayziens’ Outpost, and enter the caves west of Xeric’s Shrine. Fairy ring code CIR (near the Farming Guild) is another option.
• Pros: Single-combat reduces risk; less competition.
• Cons: Requires Slayer task; no cannons allowed.

Lizardman Temple (Beneath Molch)

Another single-combat area with six Shamans across three rooms, also requiring a lizardman Slayer task. Its proximity to an altar makes it great for Ironmen conserving prayer potions.

• How to Get There: Use fairy ring code DJR, run north to Molch, and enter the temple.
• Pros: Nearby altar for prayer restoration; single-combat.
• Cons: Task-only; no cannons.

Combat Mechanics and Special Attacks

Lizardman Shamans are level 150 with 150 hitpoints and deal significant damage through melee, ranged, and special attacks. Understanding their mechanics is crucial for surviving long trips.

Standard Attacks

• Melee: A crushing attack dealing up to 31 damage. Avoid by staying out of melee range (8 tiles).
• Ranged: A poison-capable attack dealing up to 21 damage. Use Protect from Missiles to mitigate.

Special Attacks

Shamans have three special attacks with no cooldown, making them unpredictable:

• Acid Spit: A green acidic projectile dealing 25-30 unblockable poison damage (starting at 10). Full tier-5 Shayzien armour negates this damage, though poison can still apply.
• Jump: The Shaman leaps and crashes down on your location, dealing heavy, unblockable damage. Dodge by moving when they jump. Hugging obstacles or walls in the Canyon (or western/southern walls in the Temple) prevents this attack.
• Spawns: Summons three minions (two next to you, one under you) that chase you and explode after a delay, dealing 8-10 damage if within two tiles. Move away or use obstacles to avoid.

Recommended Gear and Inventory

Ranged is the preferred combat style due to Shamans’ negative stab defence and lack of ranged defence bonuses. Melee is viable but requires more effort to dodge acid spit. Below is a recommended setup for mid-to-high-level players.

Gear Setup

Slot	Item	Alternative
Head	Slayer Helmet (i) (on task)	Shayzien Helm (5)
Cape	Ava’s Assembler	Ava’s Accumulator
Neck	Necklace of Anguish	Amulet of Glory
Body	Shayzien Platebody (5)	Armadyl Chestplate
Legs	Shayzien Greaves (5)	Armadyl Chainskirt
Weapon	Toxic Blowpipe	Magic Shortbow (i) with Rune Arrows
Shield	Book of War	N/A
Gloves	Barrows Gloves	Shayzien Gloves (5)
Boots	Shayzien Boots (5)	Pegasian Boots
Ring	Archers Ring (i)	Ring of Suffering (i)

Note: If on a Slayer task, complete the Hard Kourend & Kebos Diary to add Shayzien armour’s acid-negating effect to the Slayer Helmet via Captain Cleive.

Inventory Setup

• 4-6 Prayer Potions: For Protect from Missiles and offensive prayers like Eagle Eye.
• 1-2 Antipoison++: To counter poison from ranged and acid spit attacks.
• 2-3 Stamina Potions: For running to dodge spawns and jumps.
• Rune Pouch: With runes for High Alchemy and Bones to Peaches (optional).
• Bones to Peaches Tablets: For food sustainability.
• Teleport (Xeric’s Talisman): For quick banking or travel.
• Food (Sharks or Better): To heal from spawns or mistakes.
• Dwarf Multicannon (Canyon Only): With 500-1,000 cannonballs.

Strategies for Efficient Kills

Maximizing kills per hour requires careful positioning, prayer management, and special attack dodging. Here are proven strategies for each location.

Lizardman Canyon Strategy

1. Setup Cannon: Place your dwarf multicannon in the northwest corner, a few tiles west of the obstruction, to hit multiple Shamans. Refill with 30 cannonballs every few minutes.
2. Prayer and Positioning: Activate Protect from Missiles and Eagle Eye. Stand near the northwest obstruction to block jump attacks and maintain ranged distance (8+ tiles).
3. Dodging Specials: Move immediately when a Shaman jumps. For spawns, run diagonally or around obstacles to avoid explosions. Prioritize killing northwest and southwest spawns to reduce minion clutter.
4. Managing Aggro: Clear nearby lizardmen and brutes in the north and southwest corners to minimize interference.

Lizardman Caves and Temple Strategy

1. Single-Combat Focus: Attack one Shaman at a time in a room. Use the Toxic Blowpipe or Magic Shortbow (i) for fast kills.
2. Prayer Flicking (Optional): In the Temple, flick Protect from Missiles and Eagle Eye to conserve prayer, as the nearby altar allows quick restoration.
3. Dodging Specials: Hug western or southern walls to prevent jumps. For spawns, move to the opposite corner of the room when you hear the summon sound effect (enable game sounds).
4. Inventory Management: Use Bones to Peaches to convert Shaman bone drops into food, extending trips.

Tips for Ironmen

• Prayer Conservation: Use the Lizardman Temple and flick prayers to avoid using prayer potions. The altar is only 30 seconds away.
• Resource Gathering: Farm Ranarr seeds via birdhouse runs or Master Farmers to sustain prayer potion supplies.
• Alternative Weapons: If lacking a Toxic Blowpipe, the Magic Shortbow (i) with rune arrows is nearly as effective and easier to maintain.

By following this guide, you’ll be well-equipped to tackle Lizardman Shamans and work toward that Dragon Warhammer. Stay patient, as the grind can be long, but the reward is worth it. Good luck, and happy hunting!