DergThunder (Runescape)

DergThunder (RuneScape)

DergThunder is the in-game pseudonym of a RuneScape player known for a support-based combat style combined with high-damage melee capabilities. Active since 2008, DergThunder is a longstanding member of the RuneScape community and is affiliated with the clan Aegis of Saradomin. Their gameplay is distinguished by cooperative healing during combat encounters and efficient farming of high-level monsters, particularly Adamant Dragons.

Overview

• Username: DergThunder
• Clan: Aegis of Saradomin
• Combat Level: 137
• Years Active: 2008 – present
• Primary Focus: PvM Combat, Slayer, Player Support
• Signature Activity: Adamant Dragon Slayer and Support Healer

Gameplay and Activities

DergThunder is primarily known for frequenting Adamant Dragons in the Brimhaven Dungeon and the Dragonkin Laboratory. Their approach focuses on efficiency and self-sustainability, allowing extended trips without the need for food by relying on self-healing mechanics and damage mitigation.

A distinctive feature of their gameplay is the use of the Lunar spellbook, specifically employing Heal Other to assist nearby players, which is uncommon in Slayer combat zones. This style of gameplay has drawn attention from other players due to its altruistic and community-oriented nature.

Additionally, DergThunder makes use of Magic Notepaper to note bones and valuable drops, enabling longer combat sessions and maximising profit without interrupting gameplay for bank trips.

Playstyle Analysis

Combat Role and Style

DergThunder’s build is optimised for melee combat, focusing on both personal survivability and the support of other players. Their ability to sustain high damage while maintaining healing capabilities creates a hybrid role, blending offence and support in Slayer and PvM scenarios.

Their primary targets include Adamant Dragons, where they benefit from perks such as Dragon Slayer for increased damage. The combination of defensive gear, healing mechanics, and cooperative support results in a unique and highly sustainable Slayer method.

Unique Aspects

Few players in RuneScape adopt a support-based role during Slayer tasks or PvM encounters. DergThunder’s consistent use of Heal Other during combat, as well as their focus on assisting nearby players, sets them apart from more traditional, efficiency-driven PvM players. This cooperative behaviour has earned them recognition within their clan and among frequent dragon slayers.

Equipment and Perks

Gear Loadout

Item	Description / Function
Masterwork Helm	High-level melee defence helm.
Scripture of Ful	Grants a chance to trigger Gladiator's Rage, increasing damage dealt by 20% for 15 seconds.
Defence Cape	Provides additional defensive stats.
Essence of Finality Amulet (Saradomin Godsword special)	Grants access to the Saradomin Godsword’s special attack, healing the user for 50% of the damage dealt.
Augmented Masterwork Platebody	Perks: Absorbative 4 (chance to reduce incoming damage); Lucky 4 (rare chance to reduce damage to 1).
Augmented Masterwork Platelegs	Perks: Invigorating 3 (increases adrenaline gain); Dragon Slayer (increases dragon damage); Scavenging 4 (chance to gain rare components).
Masterwork Boots	High-tier melee boots with strong defensive stats.
Masterwork Gloves	High-tier melee gloves providing additional defence.
Luck of the Dwarves Ring	Boosts rare drop chance and provides utility teleports.
Augmented Masterwork 2h Sword	Perks: Precise 6, Genocidal, Eruptive 4, Ruthless 3 (increases accuracy, Slayer task damage, ability damage, and stacking damage on kills).

Scripture of Ful

The Scripture of Ful is an off-hand book that can be activated in the pocket slot, similar to scrimshaws. When activated, it provides a passive combat effect:

• Effect: There is a 6.6% chance on the release of a damaging attack to trigger Gladiator's Rage.
• Gladiator's Rage: Increases damage dealt by 20% and increases damage taken by 10% for 15 seconds.
• Cooldown: The effect has a 15-second cooldown.
• Recharge: Requires Manuscripts of Ful, with each page providing 45 minutes of active time. A fully depleted scripture requires 32 manuscripts to recharge, costing approximately 271,392 coins.

The scripture synergises with DergThunder’s high-damage melee build, enhancing damage output significantly during combat.

Notable Gear Perks

Perk	Description
Precise 6	Increases the minimum hit of abilities and auto-attacks by a percentage of their maximum hit, improving damage consistency.
Genocidal	Up to 4.9% bonus damage based on Slayer task completion progress. Average damage improvement of 2.5% over a task's duration.
Eruptive 4	Increases the player’s ability damage stat by 2% (0.5% per rank), boosting most damage sources.
Ruthless 3	Provides up to a 7.5% damage increase (1.5% per stack, 5 stacks) for 20 seconds after a kill.
Absorbative 4	Grants a 20% chance to reduce damage by 20% (5% per rank), excluding hard typeless damage and PvP scenarios.
Lucky 4	2% chance (0.5% per rank) to reduce incoming damage to 1 on any damage type except hard typeless damage; does not work in PvP.
Invigorating 3	Increases adrenaline gain with auto-attacks, supporting more frequent ultimate ability usage.
Dragon Slayer	Increases damage dealt to dragons by 7%, including Nodon dragonkin; does not affect revenant or Anagami dragons.
Scavenging 4	Grants a chance to obtain uncommon or rare components from monsters that give combat experience, useful for gathering Invention materials.

Personality and Community Involvement

DergThunder is known for their community-oriented approach within the RuneScape player base. Their consistent use of Heal Other spells and the willingness to assist unfamiliar players in high-level PvM environments reflect a cooperative and altruistic playstyle. They are regarded as a reliable figure among both their clan, Aegis of Saradomin, and other players frequently found at Adamant Dragons.

Over the years, DergThunder has also been known to engage in acts of generosity, including donating significant amounts of in-game wealth to other players.

Legacy and Reputation

Among veteran players and frequent visitors to Slayer areas such as the Adamant Dragons, DergThunder has developed a reputation as a supportive and dependable player. Their choice to prioritise healing others, while maintaining high personal damage output and efficiency, distinguishes them from more traditional Slayer-focused builds.

Their hybrid role as both a damage dealer and support player is rare in modern RuneScape PvM, where most Slayer tasks and boss fights emphasise self-sufficiency and personal profit.

See Also

• RuneScape
• Lunar Spellbook
• Adamant Dragons
• Essence of Finality
• Scripture of Ful
• Invention (Skill)