In Rune Slayer, some of the most powerful weapons don’t come easy — and the Darius Greataxe is one of them. This heavy-hitting weapon is tied to a hidden boss that not many players know about. If you’re hunting for epic loot and want to melt enemies with both physical and fire damage, this guide will help you get the axe fast and show you exactly where to find the secret Darius boss.
What is the Darius Greataxe?
The Darius Greataxe is a rare epic weapon crafted from demon stone and infused with the power of infernal energy. According to its description, this weapon is Darius’ personal axe, and it’s designed to burn and slice enemies in one brutal swing.
Here are its base stats:
- Physical Damage: 12
- Fire Damage: 10
- Strength: +16
- Stamina: +5
- Fire Scaling: Yes
With every hit, you deal both physical and fire-based damage, making it a great weapon for dealing with enemies that are weak to fire or need fast takedowns. Check out our Rune Slayers Weapon Guide for more.
Step by Step to Get Darius Great Axe!
Step 1: Locate the Darius Secret Boss
The only way to get the Darius Greataxe is by defeating the secret Darius NPC boss. He spawns in hidden locations, and many players overlook where to find him.
There are two spawn locations for Darius:
Location #1 – Lakeshore Village Area
- Start at Lakeshore Village.
- Follow the path shown in the video or guides until you reach a small area where Darius sometimes appears.
- This location is not reliable — the spawn is random and inconsistent.
Location #2 – Hidden Cave (Recommended)
- Start from the same village, but take a shortcut back to the main gate.
- Follow the river, drop down into a secret cave just outside the gate.
- This cave area is a better and more consistent spawn point for Darius.
Step 2: Efficient Farming Tips
Darius despawns quickly, so here’s how to avoid losing him before you even engage:
- Avoid AFK’ing in unsafe spots – he might spawn and vanish before you notice.
- Summon your pet at the spawn area and set it to aggressive mode. This ensures that when Darius spawns, your pet will trigger the fight and prevent a despawn.
- Stay close to the spawn zone if you’re not using a pet, and keep your eyes on the area.
With this setup, you can safely farm Darius. According to player experience, it might take only 1–3 kills to get the axe drop.
Step 3: Testing the Weapon
Once you get the Darius Greataxe:
- Test it on mobs — it deals combined physical and burn damage, with around 40+ damage per hit depending on your build.
- The axe is heavy, and its swings are slow, but the high output and burn effect make up for the speed.
- It works especially well against large mobs or tanky bosses, thanks to the scaling and fire burn.
The Darius Greataxe is a solid epic weapon for players who prefer heavy-hitting, fire-based damage. The boss isn’t too hard once you know where to farm, and the loot is well worth the short grind. If you’re planning to build around strength and fire scaling, this greataxe deserves a spot in your inventory. Just make sure to farm at the right spot and keep your pet ready to stop any despawns in Rune Slayers. Grab the axe, slice through your enemies, and dominate the field.