Minions of Scabaras or Scabarites are a strong group of monsters that are unlocked for slayer assignments after completion of the Contact! quest. They are located exclusively in the Sophanem Dungeon, which is a multi-combat area, so protection prayers and strong gear is recommended.
In this OSRS Minions of Scabaras guide, we will take look at some of the most efficient strategies to kill this monster.
Where to kill Minions of Scabaras in OSRS?
Minions of Scabaras can be killed in the Sophanem Dungeon. You can get there by any of the following methods:
- Magic Carpet to Sophanem
- Pharaoh’s sceptre to Pyramid Plunder in Sophanem
- Fairy Rings code D-L-Q and run from Nardah to Sophanem
Minions of Scabaras Gear Setup
Finding the most optimal gear to use when killing Minions of Scabaras in OSRS is important. Helping to increase your kills per hour and reduce supply costs. Either Melee or Ranged-based combat is recommended here, setups can be seen below for a variety of different budgets.
Melee Gear Setups
Max Melee
Mid-tier Melee
Budget Melee
Ranged Gear Setups
Max Ranged
Mid-tier Ranged
Budget Ranged
Minions of Scabaras Guide FAQs
Below is a list of popular FAQs for any players reading this strategy guide and looking to kill the Minions of Scabaras for their first time.
Can a cannon be used for Minions of Scabaras?
Yes, a cannon is highly recommended and transforms this task into a good one for slayer experience. As they can be fought in a multi-combat area, you should do this in the lower floors of the dungeon and pray protect from missiles to minimise damage from the Locust riders.
Are Minions of Scabaras worth doing?
Minions of Scabaras are worth doing. But, only if using the cannon method in multi-combat, as this results in high slayer experience rates. If you can not do this then they are generally poor slayer experience per hour. However, they do provide consistent money with their drop table.