Slayer 1-99 Skill Guide

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Starting out in Slayer, it's essential to get familiar with the basics and mechanics of the skill. In the early levels, you will be assigned to low-level monsters, which offer a manageable challenge while you learn the ropes. To begin, you should visit a Slayer Master. Turael, located in Burthorpe, is a suitable starting point, offering straightforward tasks that you can handle with basic combat gear. As you gain confidence and complete tasks, you can transition to more experienced Slayer Masters like Mazchna in Canifis at level 20 combat, Vannaka in Edgeville Dungeon at level 40 combat, and eventually Chaeldar in Zanaris at level 70 combat. These Masters provide tasks that yield more Slayer experience per kill and help you level up more quickly.

Training Slayer is most efficient when you use the best combat gear available to you, as higher damage output results in faster kills and quicker task completion. Always carry the appropriate equipment, such as enchanted gems, broad bolts or arrows, and elemental shields, which are necessary for specific tasks. As you progress, you'll also want to invest in items like the Slayer helmet, which provides significant combat bonuses against assigned monsters when worn.

At levels 1-30 Slayer, tasks will typically involve low-level creatures like Crawling Hands, Banshees, and Cave Bugs. These are straightforward and can be handled with basic melee gear. However, make sure to bring ear protection for Banshees and a light source for Cave Bugs. The experience gained in these early levels is modest, but it sets the foundation for more challenging tasks ahead.

Once you reach level 30 Slayer, you can start to encounter more diverse and rewarding tasks. Harpie Bug Swarms, for example, require a bug lantern and offer better experience rates. It's crucial to keep your combat skills balanced during this period, as having high Attack, Strength, and Defence will help you defeat monsters more efficiently.

By level 50 Slayer, you will have access to Slayer Masters like Chaeldar, who provide tasks with significantly better experience rates. At this stage, you should start utilizing Slayer points, which are earned after completing tasks from any Slayer Master other than Turael. These points can be used to purchase rewards and unlocks, such as the ability to craft broad bolts and arrows, which are essential for some Slayer tasks. Additionally, you can start using the Slayer helmet, which requires level 55 Crafting and 400 Slayer points to make.

As you approach level 70 Slayer, more lucrative and challenging tasks become available. Monsters like Kurasks and Turoths, which require specific weaponry to kill, provide better drops and experience. The use of prayer and potions, such as Super sets and Ranging potions, becomes more integral to maximize your efficiency and experience gains. You should also consider completing quests that unlock new areas and items beneficial for Slayer training, like "Smoking Kills," which increases Slayer points received per task.

Reaching level 85 Slayer opens up one of the most significant milestones in the skill: the ability to kill Abyssal Demons. These creatures not only offer substantial experience but also have the potential to drop the coveted Abyssal Whip. Investing in high-level gear and potions, such as the Abyssal Dagger and Saradomin Brews, will help you tackle these tasks more effectively.

From level 90 onwards, Slayer tasks become even more profitable and challenging. Nechryael, for example, drop a wide array of valuable items and provide excellent experience. At this stage, it's worth considering upgrading your gear to items like Bandos armor or Dragon weapons if you haven't already. Utilizing the highest-level prayers and potions will also enhance your killing speed and efficiency.

At level 95 Slayer, you can kill Hydras, which are not only one of the best sources of experience but also drop highly valuable items like the Hydra's Claw. Hydras require precise mechanics to kill, so make sure to study their attack patterns and use the appropriate protection prayers.

Finally, reaching level 99 Slayer is a prestigious achievement that often requires thousands of hours of dedicated training. Continue to use the highest-level gear and potions, optimize your task list by blocking and skipping undesirable tasks using Slayer points, and maintain a balanced approach to your combat skills. Completing your journey to 99 Slayer will not only grant you one of the most respected capes in the game but also solidify your status as a master of combat in Old School RuneScape.