OSRS Hallowfell: stats, drop rate, and is it worth farming?
The Hallowfell is a tradeable two-handed sword requiring 75 Attack, with +117 Slash, +25 Crush, +110 Strength, and a unique passive that hits up to two additional targets for 50% of your max hit. It drops from the Mad Angel at 1/128 and trades at approximately 6.65 million GP. It excels in multi-target Slayer tasks and specific boss phases where cleave damage outperforms single-target weapons.
Key takeaways
- The cleave passive can theoretically double your effective DPS in multi-target scenarios.
- It outperforms the Scythe of Vitur in area of effect width for multi-target situations.
- At 1/128, the expected number of kills is 128 — plan GP-per-hour accordingly.
- Best used for Slayer training, Maniacal Monkeys, Dust Devils, and Jellies.
Attack bonuses and the cleave passive explained
The Hallowfell offers +117 Slash, +25 Crush, +0 Stab, and +110 Strength bonus with a 6-tick (3.6 second) attack speed. It also provides +4 Prayer bonus. The weapon's defining feature is its passive effect: each successful hit can strike up to two additional unique targets for up to 50% of your maximum hit, covering the three tiles directly in front and the two adjacent tiles.
This area of effect is wider than the Scythe of Vitur's cleave, making the Hallowfell uniquely powerful in situations where multiple enemies cluster together. The passive does not activate against single isolated targets — it requires at least two additional valid targets in range to reach its full damage potential.
- +117 Slash / +25 Crush / +110 Strength / +4 Prayer.
- Attack speed: 6 ticks (3.6 seconds).
- Cleave: up to 2 extra targets at 50% max hit each.
- Tradeable. Requires 75 Attack.
Hallowfell vs other multi-target weapons
The main comparison point is the Scythe of Vitur, which also offers a cleave passive. The Hallowfell's area of effect covers more tiles, but the Scythe benefits from higher single-target DPS in situations where the cleave does not activate. The Hallowfell's Slash bonus is competitive but not superior to dedicated single-target weapons like the Abyssal Tentacle or Ghrazi Rapier.
The weapon therefore occupies a specific niche: it is the best option when multiple targets are consistently available, and a secondary option when they are not. Players who primarily train on single-target bosses may find limited value, while those who spend significant time on multi-target Slayer tasks will see a meaningful DPS increase.
Where the Hallowfell performs best
The Hallowfell is ranked as a top recommended equipment choice for several multi-target Slayer assignments: Maniacal Monkeys, Dust Devils, Jellies, and specific phases of Phosani's Nightmare (Husks and Parasites). In each of these scenarios, enemies cluster tightly enough for the cleave passive to activate consistently.
For single-target bossing — Vorkath, Zulrah, Nex — the Hallowfell does not outperform specialised alternatives. Its value is concentrated in Slayer training and specific multi-combat encounters where the cleave can approach a theoretical 100% DPS increase when hitting three targets simultaneously.
Is the 1/128 drop rate worth farming?
At 1/128, the expected number of kills to receive a Hallowfell is 128. If each kill takes approximately 60–90 seconds with proper gear and stats, the expected farming time ranges from roughly two to three hours. The GE value of approximately 6.65 million GP means the expected GP-per-hour from selling other drops (Granite dust, Sunstone crystals, clue scrolls, rune and dragon equipment) partially offsets the time investment.
Whether farming is worthwhile depends on your alternative GP-per-hour. If your current best method earns less than the expected value of a Mad Angel kill per hour — including common loot and unique chance — then farming the Hallowfell is a reasonable use of time. If you need immediate liquid GP, direct money-making methods may be more efficient.
- Expected kills: 128 for a drop. Expected time: 2–3 hours.
- Current GE value: approximately 6.65 million GP.
- Common loot per kill offsets partial time cost.
- Alternative: buy directly from GE if your time is worth more elsewhere.
Questions players ask
What Attack level do I need for the Hallowfell?+
75 Attack. The weapon is tradeable, so you can buy it from the Grand Exchange without farming the drop.
Is the Hallowfell better than the Scythe of Vitur?+
In multi-target scenarios, yes — its cleave area is wider. For single-target DPS, the Scythe and other specialised weapons remain stronger.
How do I get the Hallowfell?+
It drops from the Mad Angel boss on Wyrmscraig at a rate of 1/128. Completion of the Fallen From Grace quest is required to access the boss.
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