Brutal Red Dragons are a stronger version of the Red Dragon. They do not have a slayer level requirement to damage them, but can be killed as part of a Red Dragon slayer task. They provide moderate levels of profit, but are slow to kill making them inefficient for training slayer.
Similar to all other Brutal Dragons, they attack with melee and magic. But, will only use magic if you are out of their melee range. Therefore, ranged weapons with protect from magic and an antifire potion will negate all damage while providing strong DPS.
In this OSRS Brutal Red Dragons guide, we will take look at some of the most efficient strategies to kill this monster.
Where to kill Brutal Red Dragons in OSRS?
Brutal Red Dragons can be found and killed only in the Catacombs of Kourend. You can use the Xeric’s Talisman to teleport to Xeric’s Heart then enter via the main entrance. Once inside the Catacombs head to the north-west section to find the Brutals.
Brutal Red Dragons Gear Setup
Finding the most efficient gear to use when killing Brutal Red Dragons in OSRS can be very important. Helping to increase your kills per hour and reduce supply costs. Ranged and Melee are the most effective combat styles, example setups based on a variety of budgets can be seen below.
Range Gear Setup Examples
Max Range
Mid-tier Range
Budget Range
Melee Gear Setup Examples
Max Melee
Mid-tier Melee
Budget Melee
Brutal Red Dragons Guide FAQs
Below is some of the most frequently asked questions by players reading this strategy guide and looking to kill Brutal Red Dragons for the first time.
Are Brutals Red Dragons worth it?
Yes, as they can provide some moderate levels of profit. However, in general, if you can its much better to just kill Brutal Black Dragons. As the average kill of a red is around 16,500 coins, whereas a black kill is worth around 25,000 coins. Additionally, if you are looking purely for slayer experience then this task is not worth unlocking. All red dragon variants offer slow slayer experience.
What are they weak to?
Brutal reds are weak to bolts and dragon hunter weapons. However, due to their high magic level, the twisted bow is also a great option and is best in slot here. Mid-tier players should definitely look at using the dragon hunter crossbow here.
Brutal Red Dragon safe spot
You don’t actually need to use a safe spot when fighting any of the brutal dragons in game. As they only use a melee attack when they are in melee distance. So, simply stand back when ranging. Additionally, there magic attacks are completely avoidable by using protect from magic and an antifire potion to negate all incoming damage.