The Dragonfire Ward is a highly coveted item in Old School RuneScape, renowned for its unparalleled ability to protect players from the fiery breath of powerful dragons. This coveted shield combines both defense and offense, offering impressive stats and a unique perk. Crafted from a Skeletal Visage and an Anti-Dragon Shield, it boasts remarkable bonuses to Magic and Ranged while providing crucial protection against dragonfire attacks.
Dragonfire Ward Stats
Attack Bonuses:
- Stab: -10
- Slash: -2
- Crush: -10
- Magic: -10
- Ranged: +50
Defence Bonuses:
- Stab: +92
- Slash: +95
- Crush: +97
- Magic: +85
- Ranged: +97
Other Bonuses:
- Strength: +0
- Prayer: +5
Special Ability:
The Dragonfire Ward has a special ability called “Protect from Dragonfire.” When charged, the shield provides three possible levels of protection against dragonfire attacks:
- Protect from Dragonfire: When using the shield’s special attack, you are protected from dragonfire attacks for one hit.
- Protect from Dragon Breath: Using the special attack again provides protection from dragon breath attacks for one hit.
- Superheat Item: You can also use the shield’s special attack to superheat ores.
Requirements:
To wield the Dragonfire Ward, you need a Defense level of 70.
Obtaining the Dragonfire Ward:
The Dragonfire Ward can be obtained by attaching a Skeletal visage to an Anti-dragon shield with level 90 Smithing. The Skeletal visage is a rare drop from Vorkath, a high-level boss located on the island of Ungael in the Lunar Sea. The Anti-dragon shield can be obtained as a quest reward or by purchasing it from a vendor.
Uses:
- The primary use of the Dragonfire Ward is to protect against dragonfire attacks. It is especially valuable when facing high-level dragons like Vorkath and the King Black Dragon, as well as during dragon Slayer tasks.
- In addition to its dragonfire protection, the shield offers strong defensive bonuses, making it an overall effective choice for melee and ranged combat.
- The Dragonfire Ward is considered a valuable asset for players engaged in boss fights, Slayer tasks, and other activities involving dragon-type creatures.
The Dragonfire Ward is a highly prized item in OSRS for its dragonfire protection abilities and combat bonuses. It offers a combination of excellent defence and specialized protection against dragonfire, making it a popular choice for players who frequently face dragons.
