Introduction to the Sanctum of Rebirth Hard Mode Solo Necromancy Challenge
The Sanctum of Rebirth dungeon, nestled in the eerie Underworld of RuneScape, presents a formidable challenge. Once the domain of Amascut, this dungeon is now home to three soul devourer bosses, accessible after completing the quest Soul Searching.
This guide is designed for experienced players who possess a strong understanding of boss mechanics, specifically targeting the Hard Mode of the Sanctum of Rebirth. For a comprehensive overview of boss rotations and mechanics, refer to our #Sanctum HM Mechanics guide.
Conquering the Hard Mode is highly rewarding, as it is the only way to obtain the coveted Shard of Genesis Essence, essential for upgrading Tier 95 weapons to the powerful Tier 100.
Please Note: The rotations provided in this guide are continuously being refined. Adaptability and improvisation may be necessary during encounters.
Necromancy Presets and Relics for Sanctum of Rebirth
Recommended Preset
Utilize this Necromancy t95 / t100 preset for optimal performance.
Unnecessary Boosts
Avoid using , , or with the provided Tier 95 rotations.
Vermyx, the Brood Mother: Necromancy Solo Guide
Vermyx’s Attack Pattern
Vermyx employs both Melee and Ranged auto-attacks. Coilspawns exclusively use Ranged attacks.
- Auto-attacks inflict 2% armour break per successful hit.
- Each auto-attack increases Vermyx’s adrenaline bar by 50%, triggering a mechanic when full.
Vermyx Phase Breakdown
- Phase 1: 3 autos → Moonstone Shards → 2 autos → Wyrmfire + 2 autos → repeat
- Phase 2: 3 autos → Moonstone shards → 2 autos → Soul Bomb → 1 auto + bomb hit (in that order) → 1 auto → Wyrmfire → 8 autos + Scarab Healer → Moonstone Shards
- Phase 3: 3 autos → Scarab Healer (+ autos continue) → 3 autos → Moonstone shards → 2 autos → Soul Bomb → 1 auto + bomb hit (in that order) → 1 auto → Wyrmfire → 7 autos + Scarab Healer → Wyrmfire
Necromancy T95/100 Rotation for Vermyx
This rotation is designed to achieve kill times around 1 minute and 30 seconds.
- Due to Necromancy’s limited range , building off Coilspawns might not always be possible.
- Flank Vermyx by positioning yourself close to its head.
- After using , stay in the center to avoid attacks from multiple Coilspawns. Standing on the green lines in phases 2 and 3 can yield similar results.
Vermyx Pre-fight Build-up
→ → → → →
Note: With Tier 100 weapons, use .
Phase 1 Rotation
- → → → → → → move to Coilspawn
→ move to Vermyx
Note: After position yourself to be targeted by both western Coilspawns.
Phase 2 Rotation
→ → move to Coilspawn
→ → move to Vermyx
Note: Abilities after depend on and Vermyx’s remaining health. Adjust rotation as needed.
Phase 3 Rotation
→ → → → → Improvise
Kezalam, the Wanderer: Necromancy Combat Strategy
Kezalam’s Combat Mechanics
Kezalam utilizes both Magic auto-attacks.
- Kezalam can be stunned, delaying its rotation.
- Each auto-attack grants 25% adrenaline, triggering a mechanic at 100%. Adrenaline persists between phases.
- Kezalam begins combat with 100% adrenaline.
- In phases 2 and 3, the first mechanic is determined by the last mechanic used in the preceding phase.
Kezalam Phase Sequence
- Phase 1: SB-Scattered → Moonstone Prison + Soul Bomb → SB-Targeted → SB-Scattered → Unstable Scarabs → SB-Targeted → repeat
- Phase 2: Kill Moonstone Obelisk → SB-Line → SB-Targeted → Unstable Scarabs → SB-Line → SB-Targeted → Moonstone Prison + Soul Bomb → repeat
- Phase 3: Kill Moonstone Obelisk → Moonstone Prison + Soul Bomb → SB-Line → SB-Scattered → Moonstone Prison + Soul Bomb → SB-Line → SB-Targeted → repeat
Necromancy T95 Rotation for Kezalam
This rotation aims for consistent kill times of approximately 2 minutes and 24 seconds.
- Alternative Prison Handling:
- Be Melee Distance + 1 when imprisoned → break free → + (back in prison) → →
- See an example here.
- Avoid using scarabs if you intend to have it available for Nakatra.
Kezalam Pre-fight Setup
→ → → →
Phase 1 Rotation – Kezalam
- → →
(evade bomb) → → →
Phase 1 Rotation – Moonstone Obelisk 1
→
Phase 2 Rotation – Kezalam
→
→
Phase 2 Rotation – Moonstone Obelisk 2
→ → →
Phase 3 Rotation – Kezalam
→ → →
→ → → → Improvise
Necromancy T100 Rotation for Kezalam
This rotation aims for consistent kill times of approximately 2 minutes and 10 seconds.
- Alternative Prison Handling:
- Be Melee Distance + 1 when imprisoned → break free → + (back in prison) → →
- See example here.
- Do not use scarabs if you want it available for Nakatra.
Kezalam T100 Pre-fight Setup
→ → → →
Phase 1 Rotation – Kezalam T100
- →
(evade bomb) → (into prison) →
*Notes:
- Depending on remaining health, you may add more abilities before such as .
- Allow while running to the Obelisk.*
Phase 1 Rotation – Moonstone Obelisk 1 T100
→ → Improvise
Note: Use as soon as the pillar is destroyed.
Phase 2 Rotation – Kezalam T100
→ → →
→
Phase 2 Rotation – Moonstone Obelisk 2 T100
→ → → → Improvise
*Notes:
- Allow and conjures to phase Kezalam, position as shown here.
- Move out of bounce range once phased.
- Only possible if all moonstones are dead (e.g., damage during ) *
Phase 3 Rotation – Kezalam T100
→ → →
→ → → Improvise
Nakatra, the Devourer Eternal: Necromancy Strategy Guide
Nakatra’s Combat Sequence
Nakatra alternates between Magic auto-attacks after each set.
- Each auto-attack provides 33% adrenaline.
- A mechanic is triggered every time adrenaline is full.
- In phase 3, mechanics are primarily time-based.
Note: Hard Mode starts with 200 corruptive stacks, increasing auto-attack damage.
Nakatra’s Phased Mechanics
- Phase 1: Nakatra says
I am afraid this is where your story ends.- 2 autos → Obliterate → 3 autos → Soulfire Wave + Summon Scarabs → 1 autos → repeat
- Phase 2: Nakatra says
The sanctum is mine to control.- 2 Tiles → 3 autos → Obliterate → Soulfire Wave → 3 autos → 2 Sanctum Hieroglyphs → 3 autos → Soulfire Wave + Summon Scarabs → 3 autos → 2 Sanctum Hieroglyphs → repeat
- Phase 3: Nakatra says
The Sanctum will protect me while I only grow stronger.- Summon Nefthys + Soulfire Crosswave → Soulfire Wave → Soulfire Crosswave → Soulfire Wave → Heal Nefthys → repeat
- Phase 4: After the last Nefthys dies, Nakatra shouts
Suffer the full power of the Sanctum!- Shadowsands → 3 autos + Sanctum Shockwave → Obliterate → 3 Sanctum Hieroglyphs → Soulfire Wave → 3 Sanctum Hieroglyphs → repeat
Necromancy T95 Rotation for Nakatra
This rotation aims for kill times under 3 minutes.
- To survive Obliterate without and have / active.
- Achieve this using or .
- For Obliterate, use only for the 3rd hit.
- Ensure is active.
Nakatra Pre-fight Buffs
→ → +
Phase 1 Rotation – Nakatra
- → → →
→ → Improvise
Phase 2 Rotation – Nakatra
→ →
→ →
→ → Improvise
Note: If scarabs spawn you may use
Phase 3 Rotation – Nefthys 1
→
Phase 3 Rotation – Nefthys 2
→ → → →
Phase 4 Rotation – Nakatra
→ Improvise
*Notes:
- Use abilities as phase 4 begins, use phase counter as visual cue.
- May fit in 4 abilities if using 1 tick before phase 4.
- Use wave positions as visual cue, shown here.*
Phase 4 Rotation – Shadowsands
→ → → Improvise
*Notes:
- Group felines and gorillas for to yield 3 .
- Build adrenaline to full off gorilla if needed.*
Phase 4 Rotation – Nakatra (Repeat)
→ → → →
→ → Improvise
Note: For Obliterate in Phase 4, use for the 3rd hit.
Necromancy T100 Rotation for Nakatra
This rotation is designed for kill times under 2 minutes and 45 seconds.
- To survive Obliterate without and have / active.
- This can be achieved using or .
- Ensure is active.
Nakatra T100 Pre-fight Setup
→ → → → →
Phase 1 Rotation – Nakatra T100
- → →
→ → Improvise
Phase 2 Rotation – Nakatra T100
→ → → → 