Tormented Demons are high-level, dangerous creatures in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) that offer valuable loot, including the coveted Dragon Claws. These demons were first introduced with the Grandmaster quest "While Guthix Sleeps" and have since become a popular target for high-level players looking for profitable PvM (Player versus Monster) encounters. This guide will cover everything you need to know about fighting Tormented Demons, including gear setup, combat strategies, and key tips for maximizing your efficiency.

Location and Requirements

Tormented Demons are located in the ancient Guthix Temple dungeon, accessible after completing the "While Guthix Sleeps" quest. You must also have completed "King's Ransom" and "Temple of Ikov" to access the quest itself.

To reach the demons, you need to enter the portal inside the Temple and navigate through the maze, passing aggressive high-level monsters like Brutal Green Dragons. Using the Ghorrock Teleport spell or the Fairy Ring code DKQ can significantly reduce travel time.

Gear Setup and Inventory

The key to fighting Tormented Demons lies in switching attack styles due to their prayer mechanic. They alternate between Protect from Melee, Protect from Missiles, and Protect from Magic, making it essential to bring gear for all three combat styles: Melee, Ranged, and Magic. Below are recommended setups for each style:

Melee Gear:

Weapon: Abyssal Whip, Ghrazi Rapier, or any high-tier melee weapon.

Helmet: Helm of Neitiznot or Serpentine Helm.

Body: Bandos Chestplate or Fighter Torso.

Legs: Bandos Tassets or Verac's Plateskirt.

Shield: Dragon Defender or Avernic Defender.

Boots: Primordial Boots.

Ranged Gear:

Weapon: Toxic Blowpipe, Armadyl Crossbow, or Dragon Hunter Crossbow.

Helmet: Armadyl Helmet or Void Ranger Helm.

Body: Armadyl Chestplate or Void Knight Top.

Legs: Armadyl Chainskirt or Void Knight Robe.

Magic Gear:

Weapon: Trident of the Swamp, Sanguinesti Staff, or Kodai Wand.

Helmet: Ancestral Hat or Void Mage Helm.

Body: Ancestral Robe Top or Ahrim’s Robe Top.

Legs: Ancestral Robe Bottom or Ahrim’s Robe Skirt.

Inventory Setup:

Weapons and Ammo for each combat style (e.g., bolts for Ranged).

Super Combat, Ranging, and Magic Potions to boost stats.

Prayer Potions or Super Restores to maintain protection and offensive prayers.

Food such as Sharks, Karambwans, or Saradomin Brews for healing.

Teleport Tabs for quick escape if needed.

Combat Strategy

Tormented Demons have three protection prayers that rotate based on the last damage type received. Your goal is to quickly switch between Melee, Ranged, and Magic to bypass these defenses. Here’s a simple combat routine:

Prayer Management: Use Protect from Melee and Piety, Rigour, or Augury depending on your attack style. Constantly monitor your health and prayer points.

Weapon Switching: Attack with one style until the demon activates its prayer, then switch to the next. For example, if the demon is protecting against Ranged, switch to Magic.

Darklight Special Attack: Tormented Demons have a shield that halves all incoming damage until broken. Use Darklight’s special attack, which reduces the demon's defense and temporarily disables their shield.

Positioning: Stay close to the demon while alternating attack styles. Use the environment to your advantage, such as rocks or walls to reduce incoming damage, especially if multiple demons are attacking you at once.

Notable Drops

The most sought-after drop from Tormented Demons is the Dragon Claws, which can sell for millions of gold on the Grand Exchange. Other notable drops include the Ruined Dragon Armour Lump, Slice, and Shard, used to create the Dragon Platebody, and high-level seeds and rune items that can add significant profit per hour.

Tips for Success

Stay Alert: Tormented Demons are formidable, and a lapse in concentration can lead to death. Keep your prayer up, watch your health, and stay focused on style switching.

Be Efficient with Switches: Practice switching weapons and gear quickly to minimize downtime between attacks. Efficiency in switching directly impacts your damage output and overall kill speed.

Use a Familiar: A healing familiar like a Bunyip or a Beast of Burden to store extra food and potions can help sustain longer trips.

Check the Demon's Prayer Animation: Pay attention to the animation of the demon raising its arm to know when it switches prayers.

Fighting Tormented Demons requires skill, attention, and practice, but mastering these creatures can be incredibly rewarding, get a lot of OSRS gold and items. With the right setup and strategy, you'll be raking in valuable drops and dominating this iconic OSRS challenge.