About Greater Demons in OSRS
Greater Demons are powerful demonic entities found throughout Gielinor. They are commonly killed for Slayer tasks, medium-level combat training, and their valuable drops.
Greater Demon Facts
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Demonic Classification
Greater Demons are classified as demons, making them vulnerable to demonbane weapons like Silverlight, Darklight, and Arclight.
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Magic Weakness
Despite their high magic level, Greater Demons are weak to magic attacks, particularly fire spells, making magic an effective combat method.
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Protection Prayers
Players can use Protect from Melee to completely negate damage from Greater Demons, making longer trips possible with sufficient Prayer points.
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Slayer Assignment
Greater Demons are assigned by multiple Slayer masters: Chaeldar, Konar, Nieve/Steve, and Duradel, with task weights ranging from 6-9.
Recommended Equipment
Combat Effectiveness
Greater Demon Locations in OSRS
Greater Demons can be found in various locations throughout Gielinor. Each location offers different advantages in terms of accessibility, crowding, and proximity to banking facilities.
Catacombs of Kourend
The Catacombs of Kourend offer one of the best locations for killing Greater Demons on a Slayer task. They're found in the northeastern section of the dungeon.
Pros
- Ancient Shards & Dark Totem drops
- Multicombat area for cannons/bursting
- Bonus Slayer XP when on task
Cons
- Distant from banks
- Can be crowded on popular worlds
- Requires favor to access shortcuts
How to Get There
- Use the Kourend teleport spell or Xeric's talisman
- Head to the statue in the center of Great Kourend
- Enter the catacombs via the entrance at the statue
- Navigate to the northeastern section of the dungeon
Karamja Volcano Dungeon
The Karamja Volcano Dungeon is the most accessible location for Free-to-Play players to kill Greater Demons.
Pros
- Accessible to Free-to-Play players
- Single-combat area for focused training
- Close to Port Sarim for banking
Cons
- Often crowded with other players
- Less efficient than members areas
- No special drops compared to other locations
How to Get There
- Take the ship from Port Sarim to Karamja (30 coins)
- Head north to the volcano
- Enter the dungeon via the rope entrance
- Navigate to the eastern section of the dungeon
Demonic Ruins (Wilderness)
The Demonic Ruins in the Wilderness offer a high-risk, high-reward location for killing Greater Demons, featuring the opportunity for wilderness slayer and enhanced drops.
Pros
- Larran's keys from Wilderness Slayer
- Often empty due to PK risk
- Prayer point restoration at the altar
Cons
- High risk of PKers
- Very far from banks
- Multi-combat area can be dangerous
How to Get There
- Teleport to Edgeville or Ferox Enclave
- Head north into the Wilderness
- Continue northeast to level 46-48 Wilderness
- Locate the ruins with visible stone structures
Chasm of Fire
The Chasm of Fire is a single-combat area located beneath the Shayzien region of Great Kourend, offering a good alternative for those seeking a less-crowded environment.
Pros
- Usually less crowded than other locations
- Single-combat for focused training
- Relatively close to Shayzien bank
Cons
- No special drops like in Catacombs
- Requires Kourend access
- Can't use cannon
How to Get There
- Use Xeric's talisman to teleport to Xeric's Look-out
- Head northeast to the Shayzien region
- Enter the chasm south of the Shayzien encampment
- Navigate through the dungeon to find the Greater Demons
Interactive Greater Demon Locations Map
Greater Demon Drop Table
Greater Demons have a variety of drops ranging from common runes and ashes to the coveted rune full helm. Understanding the drop table helps in estimating potential profit and planning your trips.
| Item | Quantity | Rarity | Drop Rate | GE Price | Drop Value |
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Drop Mechanics Explained
Greater Demons follow the standard OSRS drop mechanics:
- Always drops are guaranteed with every kill (Infernal ashes)
- Common drops typically have a drop rate around 3-15%
- Uncommon drops usually have a drop rate below 1%
- Rare drops have drop rates of 1/128 or rarer
Special drop mechanics apply in certain areas:
Catacombs of Kourend
Greater Demons in the Catacombs have a chance to drop Ancient Shards (1/250) and Dark Totem pieces (1/350), which are valuable for fighting Skotizo.
Wilderness
When killed on Wilderness Slayer tasks, Greater Demons can drop Larran's keys (1/50), which can be used to open Larran's chest for valuable loot.
Slayer Tasks
Killing Greater Demons on Slayer tasks provides 15% more Slayer XP and increased drop rates with a Slayer ring or Wilderness task.
Profit Analysis
Average Profit per Kill
| Category | Value | Percentage |
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| Common Drops | 1,126 gp | 47% |
| Uncommon Drops | 212 gp | 9% |
| Rare Drops | 398 gp | 17% |
| Always Drops | 667 gp | 27% |
| Total Average | 2,403 gp | 100% |
Greater Demon Combat Strategy Guide
Knowing the most effective combat strategies for Greater Demons can help maximize your kills per hour, reduce resource usage, and increase your profit.
Combat Overview
Greater Demons are level 92 monsters with 87 hitpoints. They attack exclusively with melee and have a max hit of 10. Their weakness to magic and demonbane weapons provides several strategic options for players of all levels.
Key Strategy Points
Protection Prayer
Using Protect from Melee will completely negate damage from Greater Demons, making extended trips possible with sufficient Prayer points. Prayer-restoring items like Prayer potions or Holy wrench can be useful.
Demonbane Weapons
Silverlight, Darklight, and Arclight are particularly effective against Greater Demons. Arclight offers a 70% damage and accuracy boost against demons, making it the optimal choice if available.
Magic Weakness
Greater Demons are weak to magic, particularly fire spells. Fire Bolt with Chaos gauntlets can be an effective low-level option, while Fire Surge or Trident of the swamp are excellent for higher levels.
Aggression Management
Greater Demons are aggressive to players under combat level 185. In multi-combat areas, be prepared to handle multiple demons simultaneously, or use safespots to attack from a distance.
Combat Styles
Melee Strategy
Melee is an effective and cost-efficient method for killing Greater Demons, especially with demonbane weapons.
Recommended Setup
- Weapon: Arclight > Abyssal whip > Darklight > Dragon scimitar
- Armor: Best strength-boosting or defensive gear available
- Inventory: Super combat potion, Prayer potions, Food, Emergency teleport
Approach
- Drink super combat potion for increased damage and accuracy
- Activate Protect from Melee to negate damage
- Use offensive prayers like Piety to maximize DPS if Prayer points allow
- Consider using defensive gear if not using protection prayers
Pro Tip
When using Arclight, remember that it has limited charges. Each Greater Demon kill will consume 1 charge, so bring a backup weapon for longer trips.
Ranged Strategy
While not their primary weakness, ranged can be effective against Greater Demons, especially from a safe spot.
Recommended Setup
- Weapon: Magic shortbow (i) > Rune crossbow > Toxic blowpipe (for higher levels)
- Ammunition: Amethyst/Rune arrows or Broad bolts
- Armor: Best ranged attack gear available
- Inventory: Ranging potion, Prayer potions, Food, Emergency teleport
Approach
- Identify and use a safespot where possible (behind rocks, across water)
- Drink ranging potion for increased damage and accuracy
- Use Rigour/Eagle Eye to maximize DPS if Prayer points allow
- If safespotting is not possible, use Protect from Melee
Pro Tip
In the Karamja Volcano Dungeon, you can safespot Greater Demons from behind the stalagmites along the eastern wall. In the Catacombs of Kourend, there are several pillars that can be used as safespots.
Magic Strategy
Magic is the most effective combat style against Greater Demons due to their magic weakness.
Recommended Setup
- Weapon: Trident of the swamp > Trident of the seas > Staff of fire/Mystic fire staff
- Spell: Highest level fire spell you can cast
- Armor: Best magic attack gear available
- Inventory: Magic potion, Prayer potions, Food, Emergency teleport
Approach
- Safespot where possible to minimize resource usage
- Drink magic potion for increased accuracy
- Use Mystic Might to maximize DPS if Prayer points allow
- Consider autocast for more convenient casting
Pro Tip
If you're using fire spells, consider wearing a Tome of Fire for 50% increased damage. For low to mid-level players, Fire Bolt with Chaos gauntlets offers an excellent balance of cost and damage.
Slayer Task Tips
Slayer Helmet
When on a Slayer task, always wear a Slayer helmet or Slayer helmet (i) for a significant damage and accuracy boost against Greater Demons. The imbued version works with all combat styles, not just melee.
Skip or Block?
Greater Demon tasks are generally good XP and can be profitable. Consider blocking only if you strongly dislike the task or are focusing on maximal Slayer XP from other tasks.
Greater Demon Loot Calculator
Use this interactive calculator to estimate your potential loot, profit, and experience from killing Greater Demons. Adjust the parameters to match your specific situation.
Calculation Parameters
Calculation Results
Rare Drop Predictions
Detailed Loot Breakdown
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Loot Visualization
Calculator Tips
Maximize Profit
For maximum profit, consider killing Greater Demons in the Wilderness on a Slayer task for a chance at Larran's keys, or in the Catacombs for Ancient Shards and Dark Totem pieces.
Maximize Efficiency
Using a cannon in multi-combat areas can significantly increase your kills per hour. Pairing this with melee and the Arclight weapon will result in the fastest kills.
Maximize XP
If XP is your goal, using high-level Magic spells provides the best overall experience, as you'll gain both Magic and Slayer XP at high rates.