The Uncharged Toxic Trident is one of the most powerful magic weapons available to mid- and high-level players in Old School RuneScape. Known for its strong built-in spell and venom-inflicting capability, this weapon is a staple for bossing, Slayer, and high-level PvM encounters. If you're looking to upgrade your magic setup, understanding how to obtain the Uncharged Toxic Trident is essential. In this guide, we'll break down exactly how to get it and what you'll need along the way.

The Toxic Trident is an upgraded version of the Trident of the Seas. Unlike standard magic weapons, the trident automatically casts its own spell and does not require you to manually select one from your spellbook. When fully charged, it consumes runes and Zulrah's scales per cast, delivering consistent magic damage and applying venom to enemies.

However, before charging it, you must first obtain the Uncharged Toxic Trident. This is the base version of the weapon before adding Zulrah's scales to activate its toxic effect.

Step 1: Obtain a Trident of the Seas

Before you can get the Toxic Trident, you must first acquire a Trident of the Seas. This weapon is dropped by:

Cave Krakens

Kraken (boss version)

To kill Cave Krakens, you must have:

87 Slayer

A Slayer task to kill Krakens

Access to the Kraken Cove dungeon

The Kraken boss is located in Kraken Cove and requires a Slayer task to fight. While Cave Krakens have a lower drop rate, the Kraken boss provides a significantly better chance of receiving a Trident of the Seas.

If you don't want to grind Slayer for the drop, you can also purchase a Trident of the Seas directly from the Grand Exchange using OSRS gold. Many players prefer this route if they have sufficient funds and want to save time.

Step 2: Defeat Zulrah for a Magic Fang

Once you have the Trident of the Seas, the next step is obtaining a Magic Fang. This is the key component required to upgrade your trident into the Toxic Trident (uncharged).

The Magic Fang is dropped by Zulrah, one of the most profitable solo bosses in OSRS. Zulrah is located at Zul-Andra and requires:

Completion of the quest Regicide

Moderate to high combat stats

Solid gear for ranged and magic

Zulrah has several valuable drops, including the Magic Fang, Tanzanite Fang, and Serpentine Visage. The Magic Fang drop rate is relatively rare, so be prepared for multiple kills before receiving one.

Zulrah is also well-known as a strong money-maker. Many players farm the boss not only for upgrades but also to build their OSRS gold stack through consistent valuable drops.

Step 3: Combine the Items

After obtaining both:

Trident of the Seas

Magic Fang

You simply use the Magic Fang on the Trident of the Seas to create the Uncharged Toxic Trident.

At this stage, the weapon is uncharged and cannot cast spells yet. It must be filled with Zulrah's scales and runes to become usable.

Charging the Toxic Trident

To charge your newly created Toxic Trident, you'll need:

Zulrah's scales

Fire runes

Chaos runes

Death runes

Coins

Each cast consumes a combination of these resources along with scales. The weapon can hold up to 20,000 charges at once, making it extremely efficient for extended PvM sessions.

Charging the weapon requires a fair amount of resources, so it's wise to prepare your supply stack ahead of time. If you're short on supplies or funds, some players choose to purchase additional OSRS gold from trusted marketplaces like the RSgoldfast store to speed up the process and fully charge their gear setup without delay.

Alternative: Buying from the Grand Exchange

If bossing isn't your style, you can bypass most of the grind by purchasing:

Trident of the Seas

Magic Fang

Or even a fully charged Toxic Trident

directly from the Grand Exchange.

This method requires a strong OSRS gold reserve, but it saves significant time compared to farming Kraken and Zulrah yourself. Prices fluctuate depending on market trends, so always check current values before making a purchase.

Is It Worth Getting?

Absolutely. The Toxic Trident is widely considered one of the best magic weapons for:

Zulrah farming

Slayer tasks

Chambers of Xeric

General bossing

High-level PvM

Its venom effect adds additional damage over time, increasing overall DPS compared to the standard Trident of the Seas. For ironman accounts, the grind may take time, but the reward is well worth the effort.

For main accounts, the decision often comes down to time versus money. Grinding Kraken and Zulrah can be profitable, but if your goal is efficiency, investing OSRS gold to obtain the necessary components may be the faster route.

Final Tips

Make sure you have 75 Magic to wield the trident.

Consider upgrading to the Trident of the Swamp (charged version) as soon as possible.

Stock up on Zulrah's scales before long PvM sessions.

Practice Zulrah mechanics if farming the Magic Fang yourself—it's a high-skill but highly rewarding boss.

The Uncharged Toxic Trident is a crucial stepping stone toward stronger PvM performance in OSRS. Whether you earn it through Slayer, bossing, or purchase it outright, it remains one of the most impactful magic upgrades in the game.

By understanding the process and preparing your resources properly, you'll be well on your way to wielding one of OSRS most iconic and powerful magic weapons.