As you level up in RuneScape 3, you'll eventually encounter Abyssal Demons. While the name might sound terrifying, they are the weakest of all Abyssal Slayer creatures. This makes them great to practice on and allows you to understand the intricacies of battling demons. You will need level 85 in Slayer to inflict damage on them, which is a huge ask, but the payoff will be worthwhile.
Despite Abyssal Demons being the runts of the demonic realm, they can be challenging if you don't have the knowledge to defeat them. They can overwhelm you, leading to your untimely demise. To avoid an untimely death, here's what you need to know about Abyssal Demons and how to deal with them in RuneScape 3.
Abyssal Demon guild in RuneScape 3
To start with, here are a few things you must know about Abyssal Demon. They are level 98 and have an HP pool of 8,500. They appear in vast swarms, which makes them deadly despite their small stature. Veering off, there's a Slayer Mask associated with them known as the Mask of the Abyss.
This particular item can be upgraded into the Helm of Warping by killing 900 abyssal demons while wearing the mask. If nothing else, this will give you a reason to go demon hunting. Additionally, if you're looking for better drops, you can use the Most Wanted card to improve the odds of receiving unique items from them. With that out of the way, let's talk about where to find them.
Where to find Abyssal Demon in RuneScape 3

There are several places where you can find Abyssal Demons in RuneScape 3. Some will be tougher than others, and one location has Dungeoneering level 100 as a requirement. Here's the list with the number of Abyssal Demons that spawn:
- Morytania Slayer Tower Dungeon (16)
- Kuradal's Dungeon (10)
- Abyssal Area (13)
- Slayer Tower Second floor (6)
- Slayer Tower Roof (10)
- Wilderness (level 18 Wilderness) (17)
- Wilderness (Chaos Ridge) (18)
What gear to use against Abyssal Demon in RuneScape 3
When it comes to gear, there are choices based on your preferred style of combat. Here's the list for each type.
Melee
- Corrupted slayer helmet
- Demon horn necklace
- Igneous Kal-Ket
- Vestments of havoc robe top
- vestments of havoc robe bottom
- Noxious scythe
- Abyssal armour spikes (alloy)
- Cinderbane gloves
- Demon slayer boots
- Ferocious ring
- Vampyrism aura
- Scripture of Wen
Magic
- Corrupted slayer helmet
- Demon horn necklace
- Igneous Kal-Mej
- Virtus robe top
- Virtus robe legs
- Wand of the praesul
- Inquisitor staff
- Imperium core
- Grasping rune pouch
- Cinderbane gloves
- Demon slayer boots
- Ferocious ring
- Vampyrism aura
- Scripture of Wen
Ranged
- Corrupted slayer helmet
- Demon horn necklace
- Igneous Kal-Xil
- Pernix body
- Pernix chaps
- Mechanised chinchompa
- Off-hand Blightbound crossbow
- Pernix's quiver
- Cinderbane gloves
- Demon slayer boots
- Ferocious ring
- Vampyrism aura
- Scripture of Wen
Strategy used for killing Abyssal Demons in RuneScape 3

Depending on your preferred playstyle, there are several ways to tackle Abyssal Demons in RuneScape 3. For instance, if you use a Ranged weapon, you should consider using Mechanised Chinchompas or Decimation for AOE effect abilities.
For Melee, you have the Noxious Scythe. Its AOE effect abilities can reap Abyssal Demons and send them back to the underworld. The Abyssal Bane Two-Handed Sword is also very effective. However, for the highest damage, you'll want to use Caroming and Aftershock whilst using magic.
Lastly, the Demon Slayer equipment is also great, as it will improve damage output and give you bonus experience. In short, just get high-tier armor and weapons; that should be enough to let you deal with multiple Abyssal Demons at once. Also, remember to carry enough consumables to stay alive and perhaps a few Signs of the Porter to teleport items for safekeeping.
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