OSRS Vorkath Melee vs Range

Are you wondering which one is better between melee and range at Vorkath? This post will help you to make a decision. If it is not enough, you might also want to join the discussion on which one is best on the communities such as Reddit.

Ranged (crossbow)

The most effective ranged weapon that is recommended to be used when facing Vorkath is called the dragon hunter crossbow. Despite its cost makes it unavailable for a lot of players, it is still the best one. The passive effect damage and accuracy of this one can boost the stack with the Salve amulet (i) or Salve amulet(ei).

dragon hunter crossbow,
dragon hunter crossbow

Besides, you will be allowed to hit in the 70s with Void Knight without the special effects at 99 Ranged. However, it is worth noting that no bonuses are offered by Salve amulet and Salve amulet (e) to Ranged and the amulet has to be imbued to provide the bonuses. If you want to get less damage, please combine either dragonfire ward or anti-dragon shield with the dragon hunter crossbow while using Protect from Missiles. Despite its defense, the thing called dragonfire shield is the last option as it gives a negative Ranged bonus.

Recommended equipment for Ranged (crossbow):

SlotItem (most effective à least effective)
HeadVoid ranger helmSlayer helmet (i)Armadyl helmetSerpentine helmRobin hood hat / Blessed coif
NeckSalve amulet(ei)Necklace of anguishAmulet of furyAmulet of gloryAmulet of power
BackAva’s assemblerAva’s accumulatorRanging capeAva’s attractorInfernal cape
BodyElite void top / Void knight topArmadyl chestplateKaril’s leathertopBlessed bodyBlack d’hide body
LegsElite void robe / Void knight robeArmadyl chainskirtKaril’s leatherskirtBlessed chapsBlack d’hide chaps
WeapoDragon hunter crossbowArmadyl crossbowDragon crossbowRune crossbowN/A
ShieldDragonfire wardAnti-dragon shieldOdium wardN/AN/A
Ammo/SpellRuby dragon bolts (e) (until 35% or 265 HP) + Diamond dragon bolts (e)Ruby bolts (e) (until 35% or 265 HP) + Diamond bolts (e)Onyx dragon bolts (e) / Opal dragon bolts (e)N/AN/A
GlovesVoid knight glovesBarrows glovesBlessed vambracesBlack d’hide vambracesRanger gloves
FeetPegasian bootsRanger bootsBlessed bootsBoots of brimstoneSnakeskin boots
RingArchers ring (i)Ring of suffering (i)Brimstone ringArchers ringRing of the gods (i)

Ranged (blowpipe)

toxic blowpipe-
toxic blowpipe

In case you cannot get the dragon hunter crossbow, the toxic blowpipe is not that bad. Please avoid using Void Knight equipment if the defense-reduction special attack weapon is used. If you do not use the special attack weapon, you can use the standard ranging armor to get the higher damage output and get the higher defense. One of the examples is black d’hide. It is a must for every player to use Protect from Magic that needs to be combined with the blowpipe and super antifire potion. At the start of the fight, you need to use a Bandos godsword or dragon Warhammer to reduce the defense of the Vorkath. Do not forget to fill in the special attack bars with a restoration pool or better every time you successfully kill Vorkath or fail to reduce the defense of him. When at 99 Ranged and rune dart, it is better to stand still even though it does not matter if you have landed the special attack or not.

Recommended equipment for Ranged (blowpipe):

SlotItem (most effective à least effective)
HeadVoid ranger helmSlayer helmet (i)Armadyl helmetSerpentine helmRobin hood hat / Blessed coif
NeckSalve amulet(ei)Necklace of anguishAmulet of furyAmulet of gloryAmulet of power
BackAva’s assemblerAva’s accumulatorRanging capeAva’s attractorInfernal cape
BodyElite void top / Void knight topArmadyl chestplateKaril’s leathertopBlessed bodyBlack d’hide body
LegsElite void robe / Void knight robeArmadyl chainskirtKaril’s leatherskirtBlessed chapsBladk d’hide chaps
WeapoToxic blowpipeN/AN/AN/AN/A
Ammo/SpellRada’s blessing 4God blessing / Rada’s blessing 3/2N/AN/AN/A
GlovesVoid knight glovesBarrow glovesBlessed vambracesBlack d’hide vambracesRanger gloves
FeetPegasian bootsRanger bootsBlessed bootsSnakeskin bootsN/A
RingArchers ring (i)Ring of suffering (i)Brimstone ringArchers ringRing of the gods (i)
Special attackBandos godswordDragon WarhammerSaradomin gowswordArmadyl godswordN/A

Melee

dragon hunter lance,
dragon hunter lance

When it comes to the best melee weapon for Vorkath, the dragon hunter lance is the answer. The passive effect damage and the accuracy of this one can boost the stack with the Salve amulet € or Salve amulet(ei). It is able to make you hit frequently and high. If you want to attack Vorkath, you should use Protect from Magic and wear the best melee armor. Please attack him once before moving away and focus on his attack speed. It is better for you to always avoid melee attacks and only take the damage from dragonfire and ranged attacks.

Recommended equipment for Melee:

SlotItem (most effective à least effective)
HeadNeitiznot faceguardSlayer helmet (i)Serpentine helmHelm of neitiznot / Obsidian helmetJusticiar faceguard
NeckSalve amulet(ei)Amulet of tortureAmulet of furyAmulet of glory / Amulet of the damnedAmulet of power
BackInfernal capeFire capeArdougne cloak 4Ardougne cloak 3Cape of accomplishment
BodyBandos chestplateFighter torsoObsidian platebodyJusticiar chestguardInquisitor’s hauberk
LegsBandos tassetsObsidian platelegsJusticiar legguardsVerac’s plateskirt / Dharok’s platelegs / Torag’s platelegsFremennik kilt
WeapoDragon hunter lanceGhrazi rapierZamorakian hastaAbyssal daggerLeaf-bladed sword
ShieldAvernic defenderDragon defenderDragonfire shieldToktz-ket-xilRune defender
Ammo/SpellRada’s blessing 4God blessing / Rada’s blessing 3/2N/AN/AN/A
GlovesFerocious glovesBarrows glovesDragon glovesRune glovesGranite gloves
FeetPrimordial bootsDragon bootsGuardian bootsGranite bootsBandos boots
RingBrimstone ringBerserker ring (i)Ring of suffering (i)Ring of the gods (i)Treasonous ring (i)
Special attackDragon clawsBandos godswordDragon warhammerSaradomin godswordArmadyl godsword