Skeletal Wyvern Slayer Guide OSRS
Skeletal Wyverns are one of the most challenging and rewarding Slayer monsters in Old School RuneScape (OSRS). Found in the Asgarnian Ice Dungeon, these level 140 creatures require a Slayer level of 72 to damage and offer valuable loot, including the rare Draconic Visage. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know to tackle Skeletal Wyverns, from preparation and gear setups to combat strategies and maximizing profits. Whether you’re a mid-level player or a seasoned Slayer, this guide will help you slay these bony beasts efficiently.
Skeletal Wyverns are animated remains of wyvern monsters, residing in the Asgarnian Ice Dungeon south of Port Sarim. They are assigned by Slayer Masters Chaeldar, Konar, Nieve, and Duradel/Kuradal, requiring completion of the Elemental Workshop quest for access to protective shields. Their high defense and powerful icy breath attack make them formidable, but with the right setup, they can be a consistent money-maker, yielding 400k–700k GP per hour.
Key Characteristics
- Combat Level: 140
- Slayer Level Requirement: 72 (boostable from 67 with a Wild Pie)
- Location: Asgarnian Ice Dungeon
- Weaknesses: Slash, Crush, Dragonbane weapons
- Notable Drops: Granite Legs, Draconic Visage, Wyvern Bones
Why Slay Skeletal Wyverns?
Besides the Slayer experience (210 XP per kill), Skeletal Wyverns are popular for their lucrative drop table. The Draconic Visage, though rare at 1/10,000, can fetch millions, while common drops like Rune items, herbs, and Wyvern Bones support extended trips without banking. They’re also ideal for AFK money-making due to safe-spotting options.
Preparation and Requirements
Before heading to the Asgarnian Ice Dungeon, ensure you meet the prerequisites and pack the right gear. Proper preparation is crucial to mitigate the Wyverns’ icy breath, which can hit over 50 without protection.
Prerequisites
- Slayer Level 72: Boostable from 67 with a Wild Pie, though constant reboosting is needed at lower levels.
- Elemental Workshop I or II: Unlocks the Elemental or Mind Shield to reduce icy breath damage.
- Dragon Slayer I (Started): Allows use of Dragonfire Shield or Ward.
- Recommended Stats: 80+ Attack, Strength, Defense, Ranged, and 75+ Magic for efficient kills.
Getting to the Asgarnian Ice Dungeon
The dungeon is located south of Port Sarim and north of Mudskipper Point. Here are the fastest travel methods:
- Fairy Ring (Code: AIQ): Teleports to Mudskipper Point; run north to the dungeon entrance.
- House Teleport: If your house is in Rimmington, teleport and walk southeast.
- Port Sarim Rat Pits Teleport: Requires Ratcatchers quest; saves inventory space with a 20-minute cooldown.
- Amulet of Glory: Teleport to Draynor Village and run southwest.
Players with 82 Agility (or 77 with a Summer Pie) can use a shortcut at the dungeon ladder, speeding up access to the Wyverns’ chamber.
Combat Strategies and Gear Setups
Skeletal Wyverns attack with Melee (slash-based, max hit 13), Ranged (6-tile range, max hit 13), and Icy Breath (5-tile range, 50+ without a shield). Their high defense makes Slash and Crush weapons or Dragonbane weapons most effective. Below are strategies for different combat styles.
Melee Setup
Melee is ideal for quick kills and maximizing drops but requires standing in the Wyverns’ face, increasing exposure to their icy breath.
Recommended Gear:
| Slot | Item |
|---|---|
| Head | Slayer Helmet (on task) |
| Cape | Fire Cape |
| Body | Bandos Chestplate |
| Legs | Bandos Tassets |
| Weapon | Dragon Hunter Lance |
| Shield | Ancient Wyvern Shield |
| Gloves | Barrows Gloves |
| Boots | Primordial Boots |
Inventory: Super Combat Potion, 2–4 Prayer Potions, 10–15 Sharks, House Teleport, Rune Pouch (for High Alchemy), Herb Sack.
Strategy: Use Protect from Melee to block slash attacks. The Dragon Hunter Lance boosts damage against draconic foes. Monitor Prayer Points and use Piety for increased damage output. Keep the Ancient Wyvern Shield equipped to negate the freezing effect of icy breath.
Ranged Setup
Ranged is preferred for safe-spotting, allowing you to avoid most attacks after Wyverns become non-aggressive (after 10 minutes in the area).
Recommended Gear:
| Slot | Item |
|---|---|
| Head | Slayer Helmet (on task) |
| Cape | Ava’s Assembler |
| Body | Armadyl Chestplate |
| Legs | Armadyl Chainskirt |
| Weapon | Toxic Blowpipe |
| Shield | Twisted Buckler (after non-aggressive) |
| Ammo | Broad Bolts |
Inventory: Ranging Potion, 2–4 Prayer Potions, 8–12 Sharks, House Teleport, Herb Sack, Bolt Pouch.
Strategy: During the aggressive phase, wield an Elemental or Mind Shield and use Protect from Missiles. Once non-aggressive, lure a Wyvern behind an obstacle (e.g., a wall) and attack from a distance (7+ tiles) to avoid icy breath. Switch to a Twisted Buckler for Ranged bonuses but keep a protective shield in inventory.
Magic Setup
Magic is less efficient but viable for training Magic skill, especially with Fire spells, to which Wyverns are susceptible.
Recommended Gear: Abyssal Wand, Ganodermic Armour, Ancient Wyvern Shield, Arcane Spirit Shield (after non-aggressive).
Inventory: Fire Surge or Fire Wave runes, 2 Prayer Potions, 5–10 Sharks, House Teleport.
Strategy: Use Protect from Missiles and cast Fire spells from a safe spot. Resonance and Regenerate can conserve food. High Magic (80+) and Prayer (92+) with Soul Split make kills sustainable without banking.
Safe-Spotting and Advanced Tips
Safe-spotting is a game-changer for Ranged and Magic users, allowing you to attack Wyverns without taking damage once they’re non-aggressive.
How to Safe-Spot
- Enter the Wyvern chamber and wait 10 minutes for Wyverns to become non-aggressive.
- Attack a Wyvern and lure it behind an obstacle, such as a wall or ice structure.
- Move 7+ tiles away to exceed their Ranged attack range, ensuring they can’t hit you.
- Use a crossbow on long-range mode or Magic spells to attack while staying out of their icy breath range (5 tiles).
Popular Safe-Spots: One tile northwest of Steve/Pieve in the Slayer-only area, or near the western/southern ice structures in the lower level.
Advanced Tips
- Dwarf Multicannon: Allowed in the lower level, boosting kill speed. Costs cannonballs but increases drop gains.
- High Alchemy: Alch Rune items and Earth Battlestaves on the spot to free inventory space.
- World-Hopping: Switch worlds if the lower level is crowded; the Slayer-only upper level is less busy.
- Healing Familiar: Bring a Bunyip or Unicorn Stallion to reduce banking trips.
- Emergency Exit: If frozen by icy breath, walk through the cave entrance to wait out the effect safely.
Loot and Profitability
Skeletal Wyverns are a solid money-making option due to their consistent drop table. Below is an overview of notable drops and their value (as of May 2025).
Notable Drops
| Item | Drop Rate | Approx. Value |
|---|---|---|
| Draconic Visage | 1/10,000 | ~5M GP |
| Granite Legs | 1/512 | 39k GP (alch) |
| Ranarr Weed (3) | Common | ~24k GP |
| Wyvern Bones | Always | ~3k GP |
| Earth Battlestaff | Common | 9k GP (alch) |
Average Kill Value: ~8,838 GP, with potential for higher profits from rare drops.
Maximizing Profits
- Herb Sack: Collect unnoted herbs to save inventory space.
- Stay for Long Trips: The drop table supports extended sessions, reducing banking time.
- Loot Rare Seeds: Ranarr and Toadflax seeds can significantly boost profits.
With this Skeletal Wyvern Slayer Guide OSRS, you’re ready to tackle these fearsome monsters with confidence. Whether you choose Melee for speed, Ranged for safety, or Magic for training, proper preparation and strategy will ensure success. Good luck slaying those Wyverns!