Old School RuneScape (OSRS) remains one of the most enduring MMORPGs in the world, captivating millions of players with its nostalgic grind and intricate systems. One of the more fascinating elements of the game is its Slayer skill, which allows players to take on various monsters across the map for valuable rewards, experience points, and a sense of progression. Among these monsters, Basilisks stand out as a popular and rewarding Slayer task, and if you're looking to take on these creatures, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know to OSRS gold maximize your efficiency and success.

In this guide, we'll walk through the essentials of killing Baslisks as a Slayer task, including preparation, combat strategies, gear recommendations, and tips for increasing your profit and experience gains.

What Are Basilisks?

Basilisks are level 151 creatures located in the Basilisk Knights area, situated south of the Fossil Island, which you can access once you have completed the Ape Atoll quest and obtained a Slayer level of 40 or higher. These creatures are part of the Slayer system, which means you need a Slayer task from a Slayer master to kill them. Basilisks drop a variety of valuable items, including Basilisk heads, Basilisk teeth, and the highly coveted Basilisk jaw, which is used to create the powerful Basilisk jaw item that can be wielded as a weapon.

Basilisks are known for their ability to curse and petrify players in combat, making them particularly dangerous if you aren't adequately prepared. They also drop valuable items like Rune items, coins, and Ranaar weeds, making them a rewarding target for Slayer tasks.

How to Get a Basilisk Slayer Task

Before you embark on your journey to slay Basilisks, you'll need to obtain a Slayer task from one of the Slayer masters. You must have at least 40 Slayer to be assigned Basilisks as a task, and you can receive them from the following masters:

Vannaka (Located in the Edgeville Dungeon): This is the most common master players use, as they can quickly travel between Edgeville and the Slayer cave.

Chaeldar (Located in the Shilo Village): This Slayer master will assign Basilisks to players with at least level 40 Slayer.

Kuradal (Located in the Ancient Cavern): This master is a higher-level assignment, but if you're after more experience and tougher Slayer tasks, Kuradal may be the right choice.

Upon receiving a Basilisk task, you will be instructed to kill a specific number of Basilisks in their designated locations.

Location of Basilisks

There are two primary locations where you can kill Basilisks:

Fossil Island: The Basilisk Knights are located in the Basilisk Cave, accessible via Fossil Island. To reach Fossil Island, you will need to complete the Ape Atoll quest and obtain a Slayer level of 40 or higher.

Basilisk Dungeon (Located under the Morytania Slayer Tower): The Basilisk Knights here are typically easier to reach and kill.

Both locations are relatively straightforward to access, although the Basilisk Knights are slightly more dangerous in terms of difficulty.

Requirements

Before heading out to fight the Basilisks, make sure you meet the following requirements:

Slayer level: At least 40 Slayer is required to get Basilisk tasks, but higher Slayer levels will allow you to perform more efficiently.

Prayer level: While not strictly required, a Prayer level of 43 (for Protect from Melee) will significantly boost your chances of survival.

Agility level: While not essential, a level 72 Agility will allow you to OSRS gold buy use shortcuts and boost your movement speed.

Combat stats: A combat level of 70+ is generally recommended for effective Basilisk hunting. High attack and defense stats are helpful, but maximizing your damage output is key.