The Serpentine Helm is a prized item in Old School RuneScape (OSRS), known for its unique and powerful abilities. Crafted by combining a Serpentine Visage with 11,000 Zulrah’s Scales, this helmet not only offers impressive defensive stats but also a distinctive feature: venom immunity. Players wearing this melee helm are impervious to the toxic venom that certain creatures and bosses unleash, providing a significant advantage in battles.
Serpentine Helm Stats
Defensive Bonuses:
- Stab: +5
- Slash: +5
- Crush: +5
- Magic: -10
- Ranged: +30
Other Bonuses:
- Strength Bonus: +3
- Prayer Bonus: +1
Special Ability:
The Serpentine Helm has a unique special ability to inflict venom on your opponents. When you wear the helmet and engage in combat, there’s a chance that your attacks will inflict venom on your target. This is especially useful in player vs. player (PvP) combat, as venom deals damage over time to the victim.
Requirements:
To wear the Serpentine Helm, you need a Defense level of 75 and must have completed the “Regicide” quest.
Obtaining the Serpentine Helm:
The Serpentine Helm can be created by using a Serpentine Visage on a Helm of Neitiznot. The Serpentine Visage is a rare drop from the Zulrah boss, which is located in Zul-Andra.
Charging the Serpentine Helm:
The helmet can be charged with Zulrah Scales, which are also obtained as a drop from the Zulrah boss. Charging it with scales increases its venom chance and the duration of the venom.
Uses:
- The Serpentine Helm is often used in both player vs. monster (PvM) and player vs. player (PvP) combat. Its venomous special ability can be particularly valuable in PvP combat to apply constant damage pressure to your opponent.
- It provides good defensive bonuses and is often used as part of a balanced setup for various combat scenarios.
- The helmet is a popular choice for boss fights and Slayer tasks that involve venom-susceptible creatures.
The Serpentine Helm is a unique and versatile piece of headgear in OSRS, favored for its venomous special ability and its effectiveness in both PvM and PvP combat.