Basilisk Knights are a higher-level version of the iconic Basilisk, offering valuable loot and a fun but attention-demanding Slayer task. This guide will walk you through requirements, combat methods, gear setups, inventory tips, and how to stay safe - especially from the deadly Superior variant. And while many players choose to buy OSRS gold to speed up their gear upgrades, you can also earn strong profits directly from these monsters if you approach the task correctly.

Requirements & Task Unlock

Before you head into battle, there are two things every player must have:

Fremennik Exiles - Quest completion is required to access Basilisk Knights.
Basilocked unlock - Purchase from the Slayer Reward Shop before Konar, Duradel, or Nieve can assign the task.

Basilisk Knights attack with both Melee and Magic, so protection prayers and smart positioning are key to minimizing damage.

Combat Methods

There are two widely-used strategies for killing Basilisk Knights:

Method 1: Ranged Safespotting (Most Popular)

· Stand behind the many obstacles in the cave to safespot

· Use Protect from Magic to avoid all damage

· Low-click, AFK-friendly style

· Works well at any ranged level

This approach is ideal for long Slayer tasks and for players wanting minimal risk.

Method 2: Melee Face-Tank

· Recommended for 90+ Attack/Strength/Defence

· Turn on auto-retaliate and let your character continue attacking automatically

· Expect more food and prayer usage

Melee often results in faster kills, but requires more resources and focus.

The Superior: Basilisk Sentinel

The most dangerous aspect of this task is the superior spawn. The Basilisk Sentinel has a special attack many players die to:

Every ~30 seconds, a slow red orb travels to the tile you're standing on.
Move just one tile and you fully avoid it.
If trapped, spam-click away four times to break free - or suffer massive damage.

Because the model looks nearly identical to a normal knight, players often misjudge its presence.

Pro tip:
Use RuneLite → NPC Indicators → Highlight “Basilisk Sentinel”
That way, you instantly notice when it appears.

Always keep your HP above 28, as that’s the Sentinel’s max hit.

Location & How to Get There

Basilisk Knights are located inside Jormungand’s Prison on the Island of Stone:

Travel by speaking to Haskell
Single-combat zone
Cannon cannot be used
Many safespots available

Fastest teleports to Haskell:

· Fremennik Sea Boots (Rellekka Dock teleport)

· Enchanted Lyre

· Rellekka POH teleport

· Fairy Ring DKS → Run west

Once inside the cave, most players use the southern room for safe and efficient kills.

Gear Recommendations

Basilisk Knights have strong defense but a few key weaknesses:

· Weak to Ranged (especially crossbows)

· Weak to Melee Crush weapons

· You must wear a mirror shield (or equivalent) to avoid stat drain

Ranged Options

Best overall performance currently comes from:

· Hunter’s Sunlight Crossbow - excellent DPS + efficient prayer usage

Alternative picks:

· Dragon Crossbow

· More accuracy-focused setups (but these waste more prayer potions)

Ranged provides:
Low damage intake
Fewer bank trips
Relaxed gameplay

Melee Options

Melee shines at high levels with gear like:

· Inquisitor’s Mace

· Abyssal Bludgeon

· Dragon Warhammer for specs

But:
Higher food consumption
More banking required
Potentially higher DPS

Choose based on your stats, budget, and comfort level.

Inventory Setup & In-Fight Tips

Bring the essentials:

· Prayer potions

· Super combat or ranged potions

· Food (more if melee)

· Teleports for safety

· Bonecrusher necklace (swap after each kill for +2 prayer)

During the task:

1. Enable auto-retaliate

2. Activate quick prayers (Protect Magic + offensive prayers)

3. Refresh aggression timer by stepping beyond the perimeter every ~10 minutes

4. Watch for Superior special attack

5. Loot between kills by stepping out of the safespot briefly

Your greatest priority is awareness - a moment of distraction can quickly lead to a KO.

Final Tips

Keep HP above 20 vs Knights and 28 vs Sentinel
Stay moving if a red orb launches
Use RuneLite plugins to prevent mistakes
Ranged is easier - melee is faster

Once you get comfortable, Basilisk Knights become a rewarding and consistent Slayer task with strong drop potential and high GP per hour. If you're looking to boost your profits even further-or save up for better gear-you can always stack your earnings over time instead of turning to cheap RS gold from outside sources. Stay alert, gear properly, and enjoy the grind!