How to Kill Brutus on a Defence Pure
There’s a brand new boss in Old School RuneScape, and yes… you can kill it on a Defence Pure.
Brutus the Cow Boss is aimed at F2P and lower-level players, and it’s actually one of the best updates we’ve had in a while for early-game builds. There’s solid loot, a very interesting shield slot upgrade, and even a pet.
Let’s break it down.
Killing Brutus on a Defence Pure? Make sure your build is optimised first. Check out our full OSRS Defence Pure Builds guide for PvM and PvP setups.
Step 1 – Unlocking Brutus
Before you can farm him, you’ll need to complete The Ides of Milk quest.
Head to Lumbridge and speak to Cassius, found by the lake north-west of town. Finish the quest and you’ll unlock repeat kills after the quest fight.
Once completed, you can return and farm Brutus for loot drops.
Why Brutus Is Huge for Defence Pures
When you attack Brutus, you’ll notice something interesting:
- You gain double XP
- He can be killed on Defensive combat mode
- He has -7 Defence to stab, slash and crush
That last point is massive for low-level accounts.
The Mooleta (F2P Defender!)
One of the standout drops is the Mooleta.
This is a shield slot “defender-style” item that works in F2P.
It gives:
- +1 Strength
- +5 Stab
- +7 Slash
- +7 Crush
For low-level Defence Pures, this is absolutely huge.
Before this, you basically had to grind to 60 Defence (and be a member) for meaningful shield upgrades. Now you get early strength bonus and accuracy in F2P, which makes it an essential item for any fresh Defence Pure build.
Other possible drops:
- Cow Slippers (cosmetic)
- Bottomless Milk Bucket
- Pet Beef (Members only and very rare)
If you’re building a Defence Pure account, this boss is now mandatory content.
Recommended Stats for Defence Pures
You can attempt it lower, but realistically I’d suggest:
- 40 Defence minimum
- 30+ Hitpoints
- 43+ Strength bonus from gear (so you can hit 2s consistently)
Stack as much accuracy as possible
You don’t need recoil damage. You don’t need expensive items, but you can poison Brutus and use the Dragonfire Shield if you want faster kill (and you’re high enough level)
This is very doable on a basic build.
Recommended Stats for Defence Pures
Forget safespotting.
The easiest method is simple melee with movement.
Just make sure there’s enough space around Brutus so you can move behind him.
He has two real damage mechanics:
*SNORTS*
When Brutus *snorts*
- Immediately run behind him
- He will repeat this attack 3 times back-to-back
- After the third snort, you get a long breathing window
- If you stay in front of him, this will hurt.
If you move properly, you take zero damage.
*GROWLS*
When he *growls*
- He charges in a straight line
- Step to the side
- Or simply walk through him to the other side
- Avoid it completely
Very simple once you see it once.
Important Notes
If you do get hit, it hurts.
Bring food.
Don’t face tank special attacks.
Movement is everything here.
With 43+ strength bonus and decent accuracy, expect kills to take around 4 minutes on a Defence Pure.
Is Brutus Worth Farming?
For Defence Pures? Absolutely.
The Mooleta alone changes early-game gearing in F2P. Add in double XP potential and a pet chance, and this boss is a very solid addition for niche builds.
If you’re running a fresh Defence Pure or F2P account, I’d prioritise this early.
What to Read Next
OSRS Defence Pure Builds – Complete build setups for different Defence Pure styles and goals
OSRS Defence Pure Gear Guide – Best weapons, armour and upgrades for every stage of your account
Ultimate OSRS Defence Pure Guide – Training, account rules, and how a Defence Pure works
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