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Smoking Kills RS3 Guide: Boost Your XP Gains

Updated November 4, 2026

Total time
30 min
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Smoking Kills RS3 Guide: Boost Your XP Gains

Smoking Kills is a Slayer master in RuneScape 3 who offers a unique way to train Slayer efficiently. This guide explains how to unlock Smoking Kills, why his special reward—the Slayer helmet and its upgrades—is essential for serious Slayer training, and how to use his points system to maximize your XP. Whether you’re a mid-level player or pushing toward 99, this guide covers everything you need to know.

Ingredients

  • 1 Slayer master (Smoking Kills, located in the Slayer Tower)
  • Combat level 85 (required to start Smoking Kills)
  • Slayer level 50 (recommended for optimal tasks)
  • 1,000 Slayer points (to unlock the Slayer helmet)
  • 1 pair of ear muffs (for the tower’s banshees)
  • 1 spiny helmet or mirror shield (for certain tasks)
  • Food and potions (varies by task)

Instructions

  1. Reach combat level 85. This is the minimum requirement to start the Smoking Kills quest. Train your combat skills via Slayer tasks from other masters like Vannaka or Chaeldar until you hit this level.
  2. Complete the Smoking Kills quest. Speak to the Slayer Master in the Slayer Tower (top floor) to begin. The quest involves defeating a level 110 demon and a level 120 demon, so bring good gear and food. After the quest, you’ll unlock access to Smoking Kills as a Slayer master.
  3. Start taking tasks from Smoking Kills. He assigns tasks like abyssal demons, dark beasts, and greater demons—all great for XP. Each task you complete earns you Slayer points, which are crucial for unlocking rewards.
  4. Accumulate 1,000 Slayer points. You earn points by completing tasks; the number depends on your task streak. For example, the 10th task in a row gives 15 points, the 50th gives 60, and the 100th gives 125. Use the Slayer reward system to check your current points.
  5. Unlock the ability to craft a Slayer helmet. After reaching 1,000 points, go to any Slayer master and choose the “Rewards” option. Spend 400 points to unlock the ability to craft a Slayer helmet. Then, combine a black mask, a nose peg, a spiny helmet, and earmuffs to create the helmet.
  6. Upgrade your Slayer helmet. Once you have the helmet, you can further upgrade it to the full Slayer helmet (requires 1,200 points) and eventually to the superior Slayer helmet (requires 2,000 points and a hexcrest or focus sight). These upgrades provide better stats and bonuses.
  7. Use the Slayer helmet for all tasks. The helmet provides a 15% accuracy and damage boost against your current Slayer assignment, making it essential for efficient training.
  8. Spend remaining points wisely. After the helmet, prioritize unlocking broad arrows (for Ranged tasks), a Slayer ring (for teleports), and the ability to craft Slayer gems (for extra profit).

Tips

  • Task streak matters: Don’t reset your streak by cancelling tasks too often. The longer your streak, the more points you earn per task. Save your skips for tasks you really hate.
  • Use the Slayer master’s location: Smoking Kills is in the Slayer Tower, which is close to a bank (in Canifis). Use the fairy ring code AJR or the lodestone to get there quickly.
  • Bring the right gear: The Slayer Tower has monsters that require specific equipment. For example, banshees require earmuffs, and crawling hands require a spiny helmet. Always check your task before heading out.
  • Combine with other boosts: Use a Slayer helmet alongside a scrimshaw of sacrifice (if you have the level) and a charming imp to maximize XP and drops.

Serving Suggestions

Once you’ve unlocked the Slayer helmet and started earning points, you can use them to buy useful items like the Slayer gem (which teleports you to your current task location) or the ability to craft Slayer rings. These make your training sessions faster and more convenient. Pair your Slayer training with a good music playlist or a friend to make the grind more enjoyable.

Variations

If you’re a lower level, you might prefer using the Slayer master Chaeldar (level 70 combat) or Sumona (level 85 combat) until you hit the requirements for Smoking Kills. Alternatively, if you’re an Ironman, you’ll need to gather the ingredients for the Slayer helmet yourself—this adds a layer of challenge but is still doable. For those who prefer Ranged, the full Slayer helmet offers a Ranged attack bonus, so it’s equally useful for Ranged tasks.

Storage and Reheating

This guide isn’t a physical dish, but your Slayer points and helmet upgrades persist across sessions. Your Slayer task streak resets if you don’t take a task for 24 hours, so try to keep it active. The Slayer helmet can be stored in your bank when not in use, and it will keep its stats. If you’re taking a break from Slayer, you can always resume later—just make sure to pick up where you left off.

Frequently Asked Questions

What level do I need to start Smoking Kills? You need combat level 85 to start the quest. The quest itself requires defeating two demons, so having decent gear and stats is recommended.

How many Slayer points do I need for the Slayer helmet? You need 1,000 points to unlock the ability to craft the helmet, and then 400 points to actually unlock the crafting recipe. In total, you’ll need 1,400 points for the base helmet.

Is the Slayer helmet worth it? Absolutely. The 15% boost to accuracy and damage on task is the single best upgrade for Slayer training. It speeds up tasks significantly, leading to more XP and more points per hour.

Can I use the Slayer helmet for all combat styles? Yes, the Slayer helmet provides bonuses for Melee, Ranged, and Magic. It’s a one-size-fits-all item for Slayer.

What should I spend my points on after the helmet? Prioritize broad arrows (if you use Ranged), a Slayer ring (for teleports), and the ability to craft Slayer gems (for extra profit). After that, save for the full Slayer helmet upgrade.

Does the Slayer helmet work on boss tasks? Yes, it works on any Slayer assignment, including boss tasks. This makes it incredibly valuable for high-level PvM.

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