- Dragonwilds Dragon Slayer quest is the first main story quest of Kuldra's Saga, tasking you with slaying General Velgar.
- Start point: Speak to the Wise Old Man in Bramblemead Village after finishing the tutorial quests.
- Key items: Dragon tooth, bloodwood sap, and 5 bronze bars combine into the Challenge Horn.
- Boss fight: Velgar uses poison and delayed melee attacks — dodge patterns and bring antipoison potions.
- Reward: Dragon Slayer reward packs plus the recipe for the Dragon Visage Shield.
Dragon Slayer Quest Overview
Dragon Slayer is the fifth primary quest in RuneScape: Dragonwilds and the opening chapter of the main narrative arc known as Kuldra's Saga. After completing the tutorial chain (First Steps, Getting Started, Ratcatcher, and Rune Mysteries), you are recruited by the Wise Old Man with promises of glory and given a single goal: hunt down and defeat General Velgar, a green dragon commanding the Garou forces across Ashenfall.
The quest takes you on a tour of Brymoor and Ghornfell — from building your first shelter in Bramblemead Valley, through the goblin-infested Keep of Blue Flames, into the Fractured Plains and two high-level regions — before the final showdown at Velgar's Rise.
Video Highlights:
- Full quest route from tutorial completion to Velgar's defeat
- Challenge Horn crafting: dragon teeth, bloodwood sap, and bronze bars
- Antipoison strategy for Bloodblight Swamp survival
- Velgar boss fight using melee, magic, or ranged
| Quest Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Quest type | Primary Quest (Kuldra's Saga) |
| Start point | Wise Old Man, Bramblemead Village |
| Prerequisites | First Steps (tutorial chain) |
| Required items | 1 antlers (hunted from deer) |
| Final boss | General Velgar (anagram of Elvarg) |
| Unlocks | Withering Heights |
Velgar's name is an anagram of Elvarg, the iconic dragon from the classic RuneScape and Old School RuneScape Dragon Slayer quests. Just like the original, you return to the quest giver with the dragon's head — a loving nod to longtime fans.
Step-by-Step Quest Walkthrough
Follow this sequence to progress through the entire quest without backtracking. Each step flows directly into the next, and the in-game compass points you toward every objective.
Build Your Shelter
After speaking with the Wise Old Man, construct a shelter with at least a foundation, 3 walls, and a ceiling. Place a bed roll inside and claim it (the bed must be under a roof for the claim to register). Return to the Wise Old Man when done.
Hunt a Deer for Antlers
Deer flee when approached, so craft a ranged or magic weapon — a bow with arrows or a magic battlestaff both work. Kill a deer, loot the antlers, and deliver them to the Wise Old Man so he can cast a locator spell revealing Cathan's location.
Investigate the Keep of Blue Flames
Fight through the goblin-packed castle (bring food) and read Cathan's Journal at the top near a loot chest. Velgar will descend, spray poison, and attack — wait out or dodge his strikes, then head for the blue-flame door in the Whispering Swamp.
Clear the Vault and Meet Spitfoot
Enter the dragonkin vault Vertentis Kara through the blue-flame door and clear it out. Speak with the goblin Spitfoot at the end to learn about Cathan's betrayal and his journey to Ghornfell. Report back to the Wise Old Man.
Speak with Cathan's Ghost
Travel to the Fractured Plains (Power Level 3 area) and climb Velgar's Rise. Cathan's ghost explains how the Garou sacrificed him and grants you the recipe for the Challenge Horn — the key to summoning Velgar.
Craft the Challenge Horn and Fight Velgar
Gather a dragon tooth, bloodwood sap, and 5 bronze bars, then craft the horn at a smithing anvil. Gear up, bring antipoison potions and food, place the horn on the dragonkin altar at the top of Velgar's Rise, and slay Velgar. Deliver his head to the Wise Old Man to finish the quest.
Since the 0.8.1 update on July 8, 2025, you need free inventory space to receive Dragon Slayer quest rewards. Clear room in your bags before turning in Velgar's head.
Challenge Horn Materials
Crafting the Challenge Horn requires gathering materials from two of the toughest regions in the game. Both areas demand proper gear — aim for Power Level 3 or higher equipment before attempting either trip.
Dragon Tooth
- Mined from the dragon skull in Stormtouched Highlands
- Requires an iron pickaxe
- Grab extras in case you die and lose the horn
Bloodwood Sap
- Harvested from the bloodwood tree in Bloodblight Swamp castle
- Requires an iron logging axe
- Castle guarded by Power Level 3 enemies
Bronze Bars
- 5 bronze bars needed as the binding material
- Smelted from copper and tin ore
- Craft the horn at a smithing anvil
| Material | Location | Tool Required | Region Power Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon tooth | Dragon skull, Stormtouched Highlands | Iron pickaxe | 4 |
| Bloodwood sap | Bloodwood tree, southern castle, Bloodblight Swamp | Iron logging axe | 3 |
| Bronze bars x5 | Any furnace/anvil | None | 1 |
Bloodblight Swamp constantly poisons anyone without protection. Drink an antipoison potion before entering — it is the only way to stay alive there. Build a lodestone near the entrance so deaths don't cost you a long walk back.
General Velgar Boss Fight Strategy
The top of Velgar's Rise is a triangular arena with a dragonkin altar at the center. Placing the Challenge Horn on the altar summons Velgar to one corner, beginning a four-phase fight. Every attack is delayed, giving you time to read and dodge — patience wins this fight.
| Phase | Trigger | Velgar's Behavior |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fight start | Poison spray, poison puddle bombs, leg stomps, bites; attacks with pauses between |
| 2 | 75% health | Flies away, drops multiple puddle bombs, lands on next corner (clockwise); chains attacks back-to-back |
| 3 | 50% health | Repeats fly-away bombing, lands on next corner clockwise |
| 4 | 25% health | Final bombing run, returns to the original corner for the kill |
Key mechanics to master:
- Poison puddle bombs deal heavy damage over time — keep moving between safe zones
- Leg stomps and head swipes only threaten melee range; sidestep after the wind-up
- Velgar lands clockwise around the arena — pre-position to intercept him
- Melee, magic, and ranged all work; the Abyssal Whip is a strong melee choice if you defeated the Abyssal Demon
Buff with spells, drink attack and health potions, and eat a full meal before placing the horn — you cannot leave to resupply once the fight begins. Craft two Challenge Horns in case your first attempt ends in death.
Rewards & Progression Checklist
Completing Dragon Slayer grants the Dragon Slayer reward packs, unlocks the Dragon Visage Shield recipe, and opens the path to the next primary quest, Withering Heights in Fellhollow. You also pick up the Tome of Construction - Vol 1 along the way after the antlers step.
Quest Completion Checklist:
- Build shelter, place bed roll under a roof, and claim it
- Hunt a deer with ranged or magic for antlers
- Read Cathan's Journal at the Keep of Blue Flames
- Clear the Vertentis Kara vault and talk to Spitfoot
- Craft an iron pickaxe and iron logging axe
- Defeat the Abyssal Demon for the Abyssal Whip recipe
- Gather dragon tooth, bloodwood sap, and 5 bronze bars
- Craft the Challenge Horn and slay General Velgar
- Return Velgar's head to the Wise Old Man
Before leaving Bloodblight Swamp, seek out the Abyssal Demon boss. Defeating it unlocks the Abyssal Whip, a Power Level 4 weapon that makes both the remaining gathering runs and the Velgar fight significantly easier — even at Power Level 3 gear.
FAQ
Q: How do I start the Dragonwilds Dragon Slayer quest?
Complete the tutorial quest chain (First Steps through Rune Mysteries), then speak to the Wise Old Man in Bramblemead Village. He will instruct you to build a shelter with a claimed bed roll before the hunt for General Velgar begins.
Q: Why can't I claim my bed roll?
The bed roll must be placed inside a completed structure with at least a foundation, 3 walls, and a ceiling. If any part of the bed is exposed without a roof above it, the claim interaction will not work.
Q: What do I need to craft the Challenge Horn?
You need 1 dragon tooth (mined from the dragon skull in Stormtouched Highlands with an iron pickaxe), bloodwood sap (harvested from the bloodwood tree in Bloodblight Swamp's southern castle with an iron logging axe), and 5 bronze bars. Combine them at a smithing anvil.
Q: Can I fight Velgar with magic or ranged instead of melee?
Yes. Velgar's delayed attacks can be dodged regardless of combat style, so melee, magic, and ranged are all viable. Ranged and magic keep you safer from his bites and leg stomps, while strong melee weapons like the Abyssal Whip offer high sustained damage.
For full quest details and dialogue transcripts, check the official Dragon Slayer page on the Dragonwilds Wiki.