This area has been rated as HIGH-RISK. You should never attempt to fight the RuneScape King Black Dragon with items you are not willing to risk losing, and while the RuneScapere, you should expect your death as a possibility at all times.
Overview
King Black Dragon Basic Facts (Bestiary Profile)
Combat Level: 276 Lifepoints: 2400 Maximum Hit:
Melee: 254
Dragonfire: 650+ Attack Style(s): Melee and Dragonfire
Experience Summary
the RuneScape King Black Dragon has good defence and dangerous attack so he is not fought for combat experience. However, his crimson charm drops rival those of waterfiends if one is on a Slayer task so he indirectly provides good summoning experience.
Drops Summary
the RuneScape King Black Dragon drops a large amount of runite items and the RuneScape odd dragon item, but the RuneScape main reason he is hunted is for the RuneScape Draconic visage. Although still an incredibly rare drop, he has one of the RuneScape highest drop rates for it. Othe RuneScaper notable drops are Black dragonhide, Dragon bones, Ancient effigies and also the RuneScape King black dragon heads
Special Notes
the RuneScape King Black Dragon's dragonfire attacks are unlike those of his chromatic and metallic brethren. He has four different styles of dragonfire which are: normal, Ice breath, poison breath and a magic based breath which can lower your combat stats. As with all Dragons, the RuneScape use of anti-fire protection will stop his normal dragonfire attacks from doing damage, however his othe RuneScaper dragonfire attacks can still hit you for around 100 lifepoints.
the RuneScape King Black Dragon (or KBD for short) was once the RuneScape most powerful monster in the RuneScape game but with the RuneScape introduction of more and more high level content in terms of both monsters and equipment, he has fallen from grace. That's not to say he's not dangerous because he is and without the RuneScape appropriate precautions he can kill even the RuneScape highest of levels in two hits of his dragonfire. It is highly recommended that one eithe RuneScaper equips an anti-dragonfire shield or dragonfire shield and uses anti-fire potions OR makes use of super anti-fire potions to minimise the RuneScape damage taken from his attacks.
Like all chromatic dragons, the RuneScape King Black Dragon is weak to stab and range attacks while having a good resistance to magic. A chaotic rapier or longsword are the RuneScape preferred weapons of choice, however anything with a good stab bonus is effective here. Dragonbane bolts are a good choice for players using range as a combination of his weakness to range and the RuneScapeir high damage can be very effective.
Note: the RuneScape Dwarf multicannon cannot be used here, if one is set up the RuneScape King Black Dragon will destroy it.
the RuneScape King Black Dragon's Attacks
the RuneScape King Black Dragon has six different ways of attacking his prey. He has five dragonfire-based attacks and also a melee attack for those who engage him in close quarters.
King Black Dragon Attack Styles
Melee Shock Breath
Close Range Dragonfire Long Distance Dragonfire
Toxic Breath Ice Breath
Shock Breath: This attack can lower your combat stats when it hits you so players without access to Overloads may want to bring Stat restore potions with the RuneScapem. the RuneScape use of dragonfire protection reduces the RuneScape maximum hit of this attack to 100.
Dragonfire: As with all dragons the RuneScape KBD has access to dragonfire, however he has the RuneScape added threat of being able to use it as a long range attack like metallic and frost dragons. the RuneScape use of dragonfire protection nullifies this attack.
Poison Breath: the RuneScape poison from this attack starts at 80 lifepoints so bringing a means of curing poison is a good idea if you want to stay in the RuneScape KBD's lair for a long period of time. the RuneScape use of dragonfire protection reduces the RuneScape maximum hit of this attack to 100.
Ice Breath: If this attack hits you, you are frozen in place for a few seconds and unable to attack. This is a good opportunity to eat or drink potions if you need to. As with the RuneScape KBD's othe RuneScaper unique attacks, the RuneScape use of dragonfire protection reduces the RuneScape maximum hit of this attack to 100.
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Recommended Levels
Solo Hunting
80+ Attack and Strength for damage and the RuneScape Chaotic rapier
70+ Defence to wear Bandos or Barrows armour
80+ Dungeoneering for the RuneScape Chaotic rapier
70+ Prayer for access to Piety
88+ Summoning for the RuneScape Unicorn Stallion familiar
If you are planning to use Range, the RuneScape following additional requirements are suggested:
80+ Range for the RuneScape Chaotic Crossbow
74+ Prayer for Rigour
90+ Firemaking if you are using a Hand cannon
You can fight the RuneScape King Black Dragon with levels lower than the RuneScapese, however you will be less effective and stand a greater chance of dying or being crashed by anothe RuneScaper player.
Team Hunting
60+ Attack and Strength for damage and the RuneScape ability to wield the RuneScape Brackish blade
70+ Defence to wear Bandos or Barrows armour (depending on the RuneScape size of your team, Runite armour can be worn)
43+ Prayer for access to Protect from Melee
52+ Summoning for the RuneScape Spirit Terrorbird familiar
If you are planning to use Range, the RuneScape following additional requirements are suggested:
61+ Range for damage and the RuneScape ability to wield a Rune crossbow
the RuneScapese levels are the RuneScape minimum you should have for players in a team of 5 or more, obviously the RuneScape smaller the RuneScape team the RuneScape higher the RuneScape levels one requires.
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Getting the RuneScapere
the RuneScape King Black Dragon's lair is located deep in the RuneScape Wilderness, just west of the RuneScape Lava Maze so be wary of player killers, particularly if you are using the RuneScape Obelisks as a means of transportation. Outside the RuneScape entrance to the RuneScape lair the RuneScapere are a few Lesser Demons which one will have to dodge. the RuneScape lair itself is not in the RuneScape Wilderness, however if you have been teleblocked you cannot use the RuneScape lever to enter the RuneScape lair.
the RuneScapere are many different ways to get to the RuneScape Dragon's lair as illustrated by the RuneScape map below, however the RuneScape quickest way is to use the RuneScape Obelisks or the RuneScape Lava titan's teleport which takes you to the RuneScape entrance of the RuneScape Lava Maze.
Bank Mage Arena OR Grand Exchange
Teleport Ghorrock Teleport OR Lava Titan OR Games Necklace (Corporeal Beast's Lair)
Fairy Ring DKR - Grand Exchange
If you have 57 woodcutting, you can travel by canoe from Edgeville to just west of the RuneScape Corporeal Beast's lair. This is not a widely used method of transportation due to it not being very well known and because prior to the RuneScape toolbelt update it used up an inventory slot.
Once you arrive at the RuneScape entrance to the RuneScape dungeon, climb down the RuneScape ladder and you will be greeted by some Poison Spiders. Once you're ready, pull the RuneScape lever on the RuneScape southe RuneScapern wall and you will be teleported into the RuneScape King Black Dragon's lair. Be aware that you will be attacked almost immediately unless someone is already the RuneScapere so make sure to prepare your dragonfire protection before you enter.
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Suggested Set-Ups
the RuneScape King Black Dragon can be killed by players of all level and as such this section of the RuneScape guide will be split into High Level and Low Level set-ups. the RuneScape low level set-ups assume that you will be killing the RuneScape King as part of a team.
Low Level Set-Ups
Melee - High Level
Melee is the RuneScape most effective way of killing the RuneScape King Black Dragon, the RuneScape three set-ups below are the RuneScape most widely used and effective ways to kill the RuneScape King with melee:
Melee Set-Ups
Void Melee Standard Melee Proselyte
Helmet: Void melee helmet
Amulet: Amulet of fury > Amulet of glory
Body: Elite void knight top > Void knight top
Legs: Elite void knight robe > Void knight robe
Boots: Steadfast boots > Dragon boots
Gloves: Void knight gloves
Cape: TokHaar-Kal > Completionist cape (Max cape) > Ardougne Cloak 3/4 > Soul wars cape > Fire cape
Ring: Berserker ring (i) > Tokkul- Zo > Berserker ring > Ring of wealth
Shield: Dragon defender* > Dragonfire shield > Anti-poison totem* > Anti-dragon shield
Melee Weapon: Chaotic rapier > Chaotic longsword > Brackish blade > Korasi's sword > Vine whip
Special Weapon: Dragon claws > Enhanced excalibur > Dragon dagger (p++)
Aura: Greater Reverence > Reverence
Familiar: Unicorn stallion > Pack yak > War tortoise = Bunyip > Spirit terrorbird
This set-up maximises your offensive capabilities at the RuneScape cost of defence, however seeing as you will be praying against melee defence is not so important. the RuneScape Unicorn stallion should keep your health topped up, however if you have access to Soul split you can use a Yak instead to extend your stay.
Inventory shown: Overload potions, Prayer renewal potions, Super antifire potions, Prayer potions, Antipoison++, Dragon claws, Unicorn stallion pouch, Healing aura scrolls, Emergency teleport (Teleport to house).
*Only when used in conjunction with Super antifire potions.
Range - High Level
Due to the RuneScape King Black Dragon's low Range defence it is a very effective way of killing him, particularly with the RuneScape use of Dragonbane bolts.
Range Set-ups
Void Range Standard Range
Helmet: Void ranger helm*
Amulet: Amulet of fury > Amulet of ranging > Amulet of glory
Body: Elite void knight top* > Void knight top* OR Armadyl chestplate > Karil's top
Legs: Elite void knight robe* > Void knight robe*
Boots: Glaiven boots > Ranger boots > Snakeskin boots
Gloves: Void knight gloves* > Swift gloves > Mercenary's gloves > Barrows gloves
Cape: Completionist cape (Max cape) > Ava's alerter > Soul wars cape > Ardougne Cloak 3/4
Ring: Archers' ring (i) > Onyx ring (i) > Dragonstone ring (i) > Tokkul- Zo
Shield: Void knight deflector** > Eagle-eye kiteshield** > Illuminated unholy book** > Anti-dragon shield
Range weapon: Chaotic crossbow > Hand cannon > Rune crossbow
Ammunition: Dragonbane bolts > Diamond bolts (e) > Hand cannon shot
Special Weapon: Dragon claws > Enhanced excalibur > Dragon dagger (p++)
Aura: Greater Reverence > Reverence
Familiar: Unicorn stallion > Pack yak > War tortoise = Bunyip > Spirit terrorbird
If you are using a crossbow and have access to Super antifire potions. the RuneScapen you should use the RuneScape Void knight deflector and wear eithe RuneScaper an Armadyl chestplate or Karil's top instead of the RuneScape Void top. If you are using the RuneScape Hand cannon or do not have access to Super antifire potions the RuneScapen a Void knight top and an anti-fire shield should be worn. the RuneScape Dragonfire shield is not advised due to its negative range bonus. A Unicorn stallion should be able to sustain you and players with access to soul split may wish to bring a Pack yak instead to extend the RuneScapeir trips.
Inventory shown: Super antifire potions, Overload potions, Prayer renewal potions, Antipoison++, Prayer potion, Dragon claws, Unicorn stallion, Healing aura scrolls, Emergency teleport (Teleport to house).
*Four items of Void equipment need to be worn to get the RuneScape set bonus. If using the RuneScape Hand cannon the RuneScapen one must wear a Void knight top, othe RuneScaperwise Karil's top or an Armadyl chestplate and a Deflector can be worn.
**Only when used in conjunction with Super antifire potions.
Low Level and Welfare Set-Ups
the RuneScape following set-ups are aimed for players with lower combat levels and less money who will be fighting the RuneScape King Black Dragon in a team. One could solo the RuneScape Dragon with the RuneScapese set-ups, however it would most likely be slow and the RuneScape trip would be short.
Low Level and Welfare Set-Ups
Standard Melee Prayer Bonus
Helmet: Full slayer helmet* > Helm of neitiznot > Berserker helm > Proselyte sallet
Amulet: Amulet of glory > Amulet of power > Amulet of strength > Holy symbol
Body: Karil's top > Black d'hide body > Red d'hide body
Legs: Karil's skirt > Black d'hide chaps > Red d'hide chaps
Boots: Dragon boots > Rune boots > Rock climbing boots > Adamant boots
Gloves: Dragon slayer gloves* > Culinaromancer's gloves 10 > Othe RuneScaper Culinaromancer's Gloves
Cape: Ardougne Cloak > Bladestorm drape > God cloak
Ring: Berserker ring > Ring of wealth
Shield: Anti-dragon shield
Melee Weapon: Brackish blade > Korasi's sword > Vine whip > Leaf-bladed sword > Abyssal whip
Special Weapon: Enhanced excalibur > Dragon dagger (p++)
Aura: Greater Reverence > Reverence
Familiar: War tortoise > Bunyip > Spirit terrorbird
This is the RuneScape standard melee set-up which is ideal if you are in smaller groups or even trying to solo the RuneScape KBD. Magic defence will help reduce the RuneScape damage taken from his attacks. the RuneScape Enhanced Excalibur is the RuneScape preferred special weapon here, the RuneScape special attack of Korasi's sword is not particularly effective but it can be used if needed.
Inventory shown: Super attack potions, Super strength potions, Anti-fire potions, Antipoison++, Prayer potions, Sharks, Enhanced excalibur, War tortoise pouch, Emergency teleport (Teleport to house).
*When on a Black dragon Slayer assignment.
Range is not particularly effective for lower levels due to its low hits. In larger teams this is not so much of a problem but in smaller teams it can slow you down and also make it difficult to fend of crashers. This is not recommended for people wanting to solo the RuneScape KBD.
Low Level Range
Helmet: Full slayer helmet* > Karil's coif > Black d'hide coif
Amulet: Amulet of ranging > Amulet of glory
Body: Karil's top > Black d'hide body > Red d'hide body
Legs: Karil's skirt > Black d'hide chaps > Red d'hide chaps
Boots: Ranger boots > Snakeskin boots
Gloves: Dragon slayer gloves* > Mercenary's gloves > Culinaromancer's gloves 10 > Black d'hide vambraces > Red d'hide vambraces
Cape: Ava's alerter > Ardougne Cloak > Arrowstorm drape > God cloak
Ring: Archers' ring > Ring of wealth
Shield: Anti-dragon shield
Range Weapon: Rune crossbow > Zanik's crossbow** > Adamant crossbow
Ammunition: Dragonbane bolts > Diamond bolts (e) > Adamant bolts > Broad bolts
Special Weapon: Enhanced excalibur > Dragon dagger (p++)
Aura: Greater Reverence > Reverence
Familiar: War tortoise > Bunyip > Spirit terrorbird
This set-up utilises the RuneScape fact that defence is not overly important when fighting the RuneScape King. the RuneScape idea here is to protect from melee while using a healing familiar or soul split to keep oneself healed. Players without access to at least a Bunyip may find this method unsustainable due to the RuneScape constant dragonbreath hits.
Inventory shown: Ranged potions, Anti-fire potions, Antipoison++, Prayer potions, Sharks, Enhanced excalibur, War tortoise pouch, Emergency teleport (Teleport to house).
*When on a Black dragon Slayer assignment.
**Can only use Bone bolts and bolts up to Adamant
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Strategy
the RuneScape King Black Dragon is capable of dealing a fairly large amount of damage in a short period of time, particularly if one allows the RuneScapeir super-antifire to run out. Fortunately he only attacks with two sides of the RuneScape combat triangle so defensively he is much easier to manage than othe RuneScaper boss monsters and even non-boss monsters such as Mithril Dragons and Skeletal Wyverns.
Melee
Before entering the RuneScape Dragon's lair it is a good idea to drink any potions, especially your antifire potions as you will almost certainly be attacked by long-ranged dragonfire upon entering the RuneScape lair. Once in the RuneScape lair, activate your melee prayers and run over to the RuneScape Dragon. the RuneScape only damage one will take is from the RuneScape dragonfire attacks which cannot be blocked, however players with soul split should be able to maintain the RuneScapeir health. Without soul split a Unicorn stallion combined with Enhanced Excalibur and some food should maintain one's health. Lower levelled players will find it more effective to bring a beast of burden full of supplies than to bring a Bunyip.
Range
the RuneScapere are two methods one can use to deal with the RuneScape King Black Dragon and it comes down to personal preference more than anything else. the RuneScape most obvious method is to range the RuneScape Dragon from a distance with Dragonbane bolts or a Hand cannon as this eliminates the RuneScape need to use protection prayers, however this does expose you to more damage as the RuneScape King will be exclusively using unblockable dragonfire attacks.
the RuneScape second method requires prayer, however less damage is taken overall. Instead of attacking the RuneScape Dragon from afar, attack it from within melee range and use melee protection prayers. This encourages the RuneScape Dragon to use his melee attacks, thus reducing the RuneScape number of un-blockable attacks you are subject to.
Team Strategies
Killing the RuneScape King Black Dragon in a team is easy, he is not a complex boss nor a particularly powerful one. That's not to say he cannot kill you, because he can using the RuneScape plethora of dragonfire attacks he has at his disposal. When killing him in a team it is a good idea to eithe RuneScaper have a team of melee fighters or a combination of melee and range fighters.
Proselyte armour is arguably the RuneScape best armour for players who do not have access to Void armour as, providing melee protection prayers are being used, defence is unimportant since the RuneScape Dragon will not focus on the RuneScape same player all the RuneScape time.
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Closing
the RuneScape King Black Dragon was once the RuneScape most powerful boss in RuneScape, however since the RuneScape classic days it has fallen from grace quite considerably. Nowadays he is a good start point for low level players learning how to fight bosses. For higher levels he is killed for fun or as a substitute for black dragons when assigned the RuneScapem as a slayer task. Unfortunately the RuneScape KBD's drops are not spectacular so if money is your goal, the RuneScapere are considerably better options such as Skeletal Wyverns and Frost Dragons.
Happy hunting!
Sunday, June 3, 2012
King Black Dragon Killing Guide
