Ashenfall’s Reckoning: Complete Guide to the Dragon Slayer Quest in RuneScape Dragonwilds

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The Dragon Slayer quest in RuneScape: Dragonwilds is one of the most ambitious and rewarding storylines in the Ashenfall region. Centered around the mighty Velgar—a poisonous draconic force terrorizing the Bramblemead Valley—the quest will take you across deadly swamps, ancient ruins, and fractured landscapes, culminating in an epic boss fight that marks the climax of the campaign.

Unlike traditional questing in RuneScape, Dragonwilds throws you into an open-ended environment with few direct quest markers. That’s why this guide covers every key location, hidden item, and crucial battle you’ll need to overcome to become the true Dragonslayer.

🗺️ How to Begin the Dragon Slayer Quest

The quest begins in Bramblemead Valley, where players must find a crumbling tower ruin that houses the Wise Old Man—an NPC who serves as your primary quest-giver. Before anything else, you’ll need to build a shelter nearby. This base will act as your quest hub and a teleportation point once Lodestones are unlocked.

Early enemies here are mostly goblins, making it a low-risk area to begin crafting essential utilities like:

• Crafting Bench

• Cooking Pot

• Spinning Wheel (for Thread and Bow crafting)

With a bow in hand, hunt deer around Bramblemead or Temple Woods. Bring Antlers back to the Wise Old Man to trigger the tracking ritual that leads you to the quest’s next phase.

🧭 Tracking Cathan & Surviving the Fortress Assault

After delivering the Antlers, you’ll be sent to find Cathan, a rogue adventurer. Head toward the central castle ruins in Bramblemead Valley, but be warned: the area is crawling with Goblin Bruisers, Archers, and Warriors.

Reach the top of the tower and interact with the glowing blue Lore Book. This triggers a cutscene where Velgar descends, forcing you to flee for your life.

Once safe, your map will point north—toward the Whispering Swamp, home to the ancient Dragonkin Vault.

🐉 The Dragonkin Vault & Vault Guardians

The Dragonkin Vault lies in the eastern section of the swamp, behind a glowing blue door. This dungeon is guarded by:

• Vault Guardians

• Sentinels

• An Archon mini-boss

To prepare:

• Bring Antipoison Potions

• Stock up on Fortifying Crunchies

• Equip a Tier 2 weapon if possible

Follow the trail of goblin corpses through trap-ridden corridors to a hidden room where a dying goblin reveals Cathan’s next location. Nearby, you’ll also find the Anti-Dragon Shield Recipe—do not miss this!

🌄 Journey to the Fractured Plains

Cathan’s trail leads to the Fractured Plains, a dangerous zone north of the swamp. Bring lots of potions, build a Lodestone, and ensure you’re equipped with Tier 2+ gear.

The Obelisk in the center of the Fractured Plains marks the next milestone. There, you’ll face the Garou Thane, a brutal wolf-like boss with a massive shield. Defeat him by:

• Ranged attacks (arrows from a safe distance)

• Avoiding melee—he can one-shot unprepared players

Beyond the bridge lies Cathan’s Ghost, who reveals the final steps to summoning Velgar.

🏗️ Crafting the Challenge Horn

Before challenging Velgar, players must craft the Challenge Horn, which requires Tier 4 tools and resources:

🪵 Bloodwood Sap

• Found in the Bloodblight Swamp, inside a fortress guarded by Tier 3 Garou

• Cut from the Bloodwood Tree using the Iron Logging Axe

• Buff with Axtral Projection for increased yield

🦴 Dragon Tooth

• Mined from dragon bones in the Stormtouched Highlands

• Requires Iron Pickaxe and Tier 4 gear

• Highly dangerous—prepare healing items and set a Lodestone

🛠️ Bronze Bars

• Combine Tin Ore + Copper Ore

• Both found in the Fractured Plains

• Smelt 5x Bronze Bars to complete the crafting

Once these are gathered, use your Smithing Anvil to forge the Challenge Horn.

🐲 Final Battle: Velgar the Corrupt

With the horn in hand, return to the Obelisk Tower and place it on the pedestal to summon Velgar.

⚔️ Velgar’s Phases & Mechanics:

1. Ground Slam + Spikes

   • Massive area damage followed by tracking spikes

   • Use Wind Shield or movement abilities to survive

2. Poison Breath

   • Heavy poison damage

   • Stack Antipoison Potions/Food

3. Poison Meteors

   • Velgar flies into the air and drops meteors

   • Constant movement is key to avoiding DoT zones

🎯 Combat Strategy:

• Equip the Anti-Dragon Shield

• Rotate healing and defense potions

• Use ranged damage and avoid close quarters unless you’re heavily armored

🎁 Quest Rewards

Defeating Velgar grants:

• Tome of the Dragonslayer (+500 XP to Ranged, Magic, and Attack)

• Dragonblight Shield Blueprint

• Dragon Visage, used to craft high-end endgame gear

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🧩 Closing Thoughts

The Dragon Slayer quest in RuneScape: Dragonwilds is a thrilling journey packed with exploration, danger, and rewarding loot. From humble beginnings in Bramblemead to the towering battle at the Obelisk, this questline tests your survival skills, resource management, and combat mastery.

So prep your potions, sharpen your weapons, and don’t forget your Lodestone—Velgar awaits.