How to Get Zombie Axe in OSRS
The Zombie Axe is one of the most underrated powerhouses in Old School RuneScape. Sitting quietly under the radar, this one-handed battleaxe delivers surprisingly strong stats that can rival — and sometimes outperform — classic staples like the Dragon Scimitar or even the Abyssal Whip. Whether you're an Ironman trying to squeeze more DPS without 85 Slayer, or just someone looking to deal massive crush damage to mid-level bosses, this weapon is a serious contender. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about the Zombie Axe: where to find it, how to repair it, its powerful stats, and why it might just become your new favourite melee weapon in OSRS.
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How to Obtain a Zombie Axe
To get a zombie axe, you’ll first need to acquire a broken zombie axe, which drops from armoured zombies. These can be found in the area unlocked during the Defender of Varrock quest. After obtaining one, bring it to an anvil and use your Smithing skill to repair it.
Requirements to Repair:
70 Smithing
Anvil access
Broken zombie axe (drop from Armoured Zombies)
The repair process gives 500 Smithing XP, takes 8 game ticks (4.8s), and results in a fully functioning Zombie Axe.
Materials:
Item | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
Broken zombie axe | 1 | 1,682,568 gp |
Total cost | — | 1,682,568 gp |
Zombie axe | 1 | 1,802,679 gp |
Profit | — | 120,111 gp |
Profit after GE Tax | — | 84,058 gp |
Combat Stats & Bonuses
Here’s a look at the zombie axe’s raw combat stats:
Combat Bonuses Table:
Bonus Type | Value |
Slash Attack | +105 |
Crush Attack | +90 |
Strength Bonus | +107 |
Stab/Magic/Ranged | +0 |
Defensive Bonuses | +0 |
It has no defensive stats, but that doesn’t stop it from being one of the hardest-hitting one-handed weapons available.
Attack Styles & Combat Info
The zombie axe has a 5-tick (3.0s) attack speed. Here’s how its combat styles work:
Combat Style Table:
Style | Type | Bonus | XP Gain | Level Boost |
Chop | Slash | Accurate | Attack & HP XP | +3 Attack |
Hack | Slash | Aggressive | Strength & HP XP | +3 Strength |
Smash | Crush | Aggressive | Strength & HP XP | +3 Strength |
Block | Slash | Defensive | Defence & HP XP | +3 Defence |
Why Use the Zombie Axe?
This axe shines in situations where crush damage is effective — like against gargoyles or other high-defence monsters. While it doesn’t beat the abyssal whip in every fight, its raw strength can outperform it when targeting enemies weak to crush.
It’s also ideal for Ironmen thanks to its availability and stats:
+105 Slash Bonus makes it consistently successful at cutting webs.
Counts as an axe for Temple Trekking bridge repairs.
Excellent DPS against bosses like Sarachnis.
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FAQs About Zombie Axe in OSRS
Q: Where do I get the broken zombie axe?
A: It drops from armoured zombies, located in the area unlocked via the Defender of Varrock quest.
Q: Can I use the zombie axe without 70 Smithing?
A: No. You need 70 Smithing to repair the broken version into a usable zombie axe.
Q: Is the zombie axe tradable?
A: Yes, both the broken and repaired versions are tradable on the Grand Exchange.
Q: Is it better than a dragon scimitar?
A: It depends. The zombie axe hits slower but harder, making it superior against high-defence or crush-weak enemies.
Q: Does it have any special effects?
A: No unique special attack — but it cuts webs like the Wilderness sword 1.
Final Words
The Zombie Axe isn't just a gimmick weapon — it's a legitimate upgrade for many players in mid-to-late game, especially for those not yet able to use top-tier gear like the Abyssal Whip or Inquisitor's Mace. Its balanced combination of high strength, slash and crush bonuses, paired with a simple crafting process, makes it a no-brainer pickup for anyone with 70 Smithing and a bit of gold to spare. From slicing through Sarachnis’ webs with ease to smashing high-defence monsters, the Zombie Axe proves its worth in both PvM and utility roles. If you’ve been sleeping on this weapon, it might be time to change that.
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