Roblox Rune Slayer Taming Guide December 2025: 20+ Monsters

Updated by Ankit Babal
July 8, 2025
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Rune Slayer features 20+ tameable monsters that can be captured as pets and mounts through a specific taming process. Players must aggro creatures, offer their favorite food, and wait for a successful taming attempt. Basic classes can tame simple pets like Slimes and Deer, while the Beast Tamer subclass (Archer Level 30+) is required for dangerous creatures like Wyverns, Panthers, and Bears.

The 2025 Tundra and Beach expansion introduced six powerful new creatures including the legendary Wyvern, ocean-dwelling Shark, and ice-cold Snow Wolf. Each monster has unique food requirements, specific spawn locations, and varying taming difficulty levels that determine your success rate and the resources needed for capture.

All Rune Slayer Tameable Pets at a Glance

Pet Name	Location	Favorite Food	Beast Tamer Required	Mountable	Difficulty
Wyvern	Tundra	Wyvern Egg	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	Legendary
Shark	Ocean	Mutated Meat	❌ No	✅ Yes	Hard
Snow Wolf	Tundra	Prime Meat	❌ No	✅ Yes	Hard
Coconut Crab	Beach	Coconut	✅ Yes	❌ No	Medium
Lobster	Coastal	Carapaces	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	Medium
Saber-tooth	Tundra	Raw Mammoth Meat	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	Hard
Panther	Greatwood Forest	Animal Heart	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	Hard
Bear	Pinewood Thickets	Honey	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	Medium
Alligator	Greatwood Swamp	Raw Serpent Meat	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	Medium
Serpent	Greatwood Forest	Raw Salmon	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	Medium
Mud Crab	Greatwood Swamps	Black Bass	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	Medium
Adult Spider	Spider Den	Mandrake Root	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	Medium
Wolf	Pinewood Thickets	Raw Deer Meat	❌ No	✅ Yes	Easy
Deer	Pinewood Thickets	Apples	❌ No	✅ Yes	Very Easy
Boar	Wilderness	Raw Bass	❌ No	✅ Yes	Easy
Beaver	Pinewood Thickets	Oak Logs	❌ No	✅ Yes	Easy
Small Spider	Spider Den	Mandrake Root	❌ No	✅ Yes	Easy
Slime	Wilderness	Slime Chunks	❌ No	✅ Yes	Very Easy
Black Ooze Slime	Caves	Black Ooze Chunks	❌ No	✅ Yes	Very Easy
Bee	Pinewood Thickets	Honey	❌ No	❌ No	Easy
Fairy	Greatwood Swamps	Touch Only	❌ No	❌ No	Rare
Golden Fairy	Greatwood Swamps	Touch Only	❌ No	❌ No	Ultra Rare

Roblox Rune Slayer Taming: The Complete System Explained

How Pet Taming Works in Roblox Rune Slayer?

Pet taming in Rune Slayer follows a unique risk-reward system that requires strategy, patience, and the right resources. Here’s exactly how the process works:

Aggro the Creature – First, you need to attack the target creature to get its attention
Hold Out Food – Equip their favorite food item and hold it out
Watch for Hearts – If compatible, a heart will appear above their head and begin to grow
Wait for Success – The taming attempt takes time and can either succeed or fail
Claim Your Pet – Successful tames cause the creature to fall over and join your collection

Important Note: Failed attempts consume your bait item and make the monster aggressive, so always bring extra food!

Beast Tamer: The Ultimate Pet Master Subclass

The Beast Tamer subclass is your gateway to taming the most powerful and dangerous creatures in Rune Slayer. Here’s everything you need to know:

How to Become a Beast Tamer:

Choose Archer Class at character creation
Level to 30 through combat and quests
Select Beast Tamer Subclass when prompted
Gain Alpha Predator Skill – This unlocks dangerous creature taming

Beast Tamer Exclusive Pets:

Wyvern (Ultimate flying mount)
Panther (Stealth predator)
Bear (Tank companion)
Alligator (Swamp destroyer)
Serpent (Lightning-fast mount)
Mud Crab (Defensive powerhouse)
Adult Spider (Cave crawler)
Coconut Crab (Beach guardian)
Lobster (Coastal crusher)
Saber-tooth (Ice age predator)

New Tundra & Beach Expansion Pets (2025 Update)

Wyvern – The Legendary Flying Mount

Location: Rare spawn in Tundra biome
Taming Requirements: Beast Tamer + Wyvern Egg
Difficulty: Legendary (0.1-1% egg drop rate)

The Wyvern represents the absolute pinnacle of pet taming in Rune Slayer. This magnificent flying beast is currently the most sought-after mount in the game, and for good reason.

How to Tame a Wyvern:

Hunt Wyvern NPCs in the Tundra region
Defeat them repeatedly until you get the ultra-rare Wyvern Egg drop
Use the Wyvern Egg as both the drop and taming item
Prepare for low success rates – even with the egg, taming isn’t guaranteed

Wyvern Stats:

HP: ~3,500 at Level 50
Special Abilities: Frostbite damage, 4-second stun attacks
PvP Value: Absolutely game-breaking when used properly

Pro Tip: Two Beast Tamers with Wyverns can dominate any PvP scenario. The combination of flight, high damage, and crowd control makes this the ultimate end-game pet.

Shark – Master of the Seas

Location: Ocean areas past the docks
Taming Requirements: Mutated Meat + Sea Saddle quest completion
Difficulty: Hard

The Shark mount has revolutionized ocean exploration in Rune Slayer, making it the fastest way to traverse water areas and reach the Runic Whale.

Complete Shark Taming Process:

Travel to the Beach expansion area
Find the fishing NPC near the shoreline (Bijon The Sea Master)
Complete his questline to unlock shark taming permissions
Hunt Mutated Frogs/Murlocs for Mutated Meat
Locate a Shark in deep ocean waters
Use Mutated Meat to tame it
Return to Bijon to receive the Sea Saddle
Equip Sea Saddle to enable mounting

Shark Benefits:

Fastest water transportation in the game
Access to previously unreachable ocean areas
Essential for Tundra expansion progression
Impressive appearance that intimidates other players

Snow Wolf – The Tundra’s Apex Predator

Location: Throughout Tundra biome
Taming Requirements: Prime Meat (no Beast Tamer needed!)
Difficulty: Hard (due to Prime Meat rarity)

The Snow Wolf is arguably the best mount available to non-Beast Tamer players, offering incredible stats and unique frostbite abilities.

How to Get Prime Meat:

Basilisk (rare drop)
Mud Crab (rare drop)
Razor Fang (rare drop)
Player Trading (often easier than farming)

Snow Wolf Special Abilities:

Frostbite Attacks – Additional damage over time
High Base Stats – Excellent HP and damage scaling
Cold Resistance – Perfect for Tundra exploration

Coconut Crab – The Beach Guardian

Location: Beach expansion areas
Taming Requirements: Beast Tamer + Coconut
Difficulty: Medium

While not mountable, the Coconut Crab offers some of the most impressive attack animations in the game and serves as an excellent combat companion.

Taming Process:

Explore Beach areas to find Coconut Crabs
Collect Coconuts from palm trees or defeated Coconut Crabs
Must have Beast Tamer subclass (post-patch requirement)
Use standard taming method with Coconut as bait

Combat Abilities:

Flashy melee attack combinations
Good HP scaling (1,100+ at Level 40)
Unique crab-based movement patterns

Lobster – The Coastal Crusher

Location: Coastal regions and beach areas
Taming Requirements: Beast Tamer + Carapaces
Difficulty: Medium (RNG dependent)

The Lobster stands out as one of the largest tameable creatures in Rune Slayer, with devastating ground-pound attacks.

Carapace Farming:

Kill Mud Crabs in swamp areas
Beach Crab mobs also drop Carapaces
Success rates vary – prepare for multiple attempts

Lobster Features:

Massive Size – One of the biggest pets in game
Ground Smash – AoE attack that devastates enemies
Intimidation Factor – Commands respect in PvP

Saber-tooth – The Ice Age Legend

Location: Tundra biome
Taming Requirements: Beast Tamer + Raw Mammoth Meat
Difficulty: Hard (low drop rate from Mammoths)

The Saber-tooth brings prehistoric power to your pet collection with shadow-summoning abilities.

Raw Mammoth Meat Sources:

Mammoth mobs in Tundra (low drop rate)
Player trading (recommended method)
Event rewards (occasionally available)

Saber-tooth Abilities:

Shadow Clone Summoning – Creates temporary combat allies
High Damage Output – Excellent for boss fights
Unique Appearance – Prehistoric aesthetic

Classic Pets: The Foundation of Your Collection

Easy Starter Pets (Perfect for Beginners)

Slime – Your First Companion

Location: Wilderness area
Food: Slime Chunks (dropped by other Slimes)
Why Start Here: 100% success rate, easy to find food
Benefits: Mountable, reliable transportation

Deer – The Gentle Giant

Location: Pinewood Thickets
Food: Apples (from trees near Wayshrine)
Special Notes: Completely passive, won’t attack first
Perfect For: New players learning the taming system

Black Ooze Slime – Cave Exploration Buddy

Location: Underground caves
Food: Black Ooze Chunks (from defeated Black Ooze creatures)
Advantages: Tougher than regular Slimes, cave navigation

Intermediate Pets (Building Your Skills)

Wolf – The Loyal Companion

Location: Pinewood Thickets
Food: Raw Deer Meat (15-20 pieces recommended)
Challenge: Lower success rate than starter pets
Reward: Excellent speed and combat abilities

Boar – The Reliable Mount

Location: Wilderness areas
Food: Raw Bass (fish from lakes and rivers)
Temperament: Generally non-aggressive
Benefits: Balanced stats, good all-around mount

Beaver – The Utility Mount

Location: Pinewood Thickets near water
Food: Oak Logs (harvest from nearby trees)
Unique Feature: Adorable appearance, reliable transportation

Advanced Pets (Beast Tamer Required)

Panther – The Shadow Hunter

Location: Greatwood Forest
Food: Animal Heart (rare drop from various animal mobs)
Difficulty: High – rare food source and challenging taming
Abilities: Fast stealth attacks, excellent speed

Bear – The Tank Companion

Location: Pinewood Thickets
Food: Honey (20+ recommended for better success rates)
Combat Role: High HP, defensive abilities
Strategy: Bring extra honey – success rate can be unpredictable

Alligator – The Swamp Destroyer

Location: Greatwood Swamp
Food: Raw Serpent Meat (kill local snakes)
Danger Level: High – approach with confidence in your skills
Rewards: Excellent damage output, intimidating appearance

Special Creatures: Fairies and Unique Pets

Fairy – The Magic Amplifier

Location: Greatwood Swamps
Taming Method: Simply touch them (no food required!)
Rarity: Very rare spawn Effect: +0.4% magic damage per level (scales up to 20% at max level)

Important Note: Since the Tundra Update, Fairies are equipped in a special Fairy Slot and work alongside your regular pets rather than replacing them.

Golden Fairy – The Ultimate Luck Charm

Location: Greatwood Swamps or Elder Treant drops
Drop Rate: 2% from Elder Treant boss
Effect: +1-4 extra loot rolls on monster drops
Value: Incredibly high – many players server-hop trying to find one

Server Hopping Strategy: Many dedicated players jump between servers specifically looking for Golden Fairy spawns due to their incredible rarity and game-changing effects.

Essential Taming Tips and Strategies

Food Collection and Preparation

Most Important Foods to Stockpile:

Honey – Required for Bears and Bees (harvest from beehives)
Raw Deer Meat – Wolf taming essential (15-20 pieces recommended)
Animal Hearts – Panther taming (rare drop from various animals)
Black Bass – Mud Crab taming (fish from swamp waters)
Prime Meat – Snow Wolf taming (ultra-rare drop)

Pro Farming Locations:

Honey Farms – Pinewood Thickets has multiple beehive clusters
Fish Spots – Lakes in Pinewood and Greatwood offer best catch rates
Meat Sources – Deer herds respawn regularly in Thickets

Success Rate Optimization

Factors That Affect Taming Success:

Food Quality – Always use the exact preferred food
Player Level – Higher levels seem to have better success rates
Pet Rarity – Rarer pets naturally have lower success rates
Beast Tamer Skill – Required for dangerous creatures, improves overall rates

Maximizing Your Chances:

Bring Extra Food – Failed attempts consume items
Choose Optimal Times – Some players report better rates during off-peak hours
Party Up – Having allies nearby may improve success rates for some pets
Patience is Key – Don’t give up after one or two failures

Combat Strategy During Taming

Safe Taming Practices:

Clear the Area – Remove other aggressive mobs first
Health Management – Keep health potions ready
Escape Routes – Know how to retreat if things go wrong
Aggro Control – Only engage one target at a time

Mounting and Pet Management

Getting Your First Saddle

Jimmy the Stable Master Questline:

Find Jimmy in Wayshire Village (level 20+ required)
Complete Tutorial Quest – Introduces basic taming mechanics
Level 20 Follow-up – Unlocks saddle acquisition
Visit Madonna in Ashenshire for advanced saddle training

Saddle Types:

Novice Saddle – Basic mounting for most pets
Sea Saddle – Special saddle for water mounts (Shark)

Pet Summoning and Control

Basic Pet Commands:

Hold T – Summon/unsummon your active pet
Click Pet – Mount (requires appropriate saddle)
Combat Modes – Pets automatically assist in fights when summoned

Pet Management Tips:

Pet Health – Heals when you eat food or use potions
Death Recovery – 5-minute cooldown or immediate via sleeping/dying
Level Scaling – Pets gain experience alongside you
Name Changes – Available through Jimmy the Stable Master

Advanced Strategies for Master Tamers

Beast Tamer Optimization

Best Beast Tamer Builds:

Focus on Alpha Predator – Maximizes dangerous creature compatibility
Carry Capacity – More inventory space for various foods
Combat Skills – Better survival when taming aggressive creatures

Recommended Gear for Beast Tamers:

High-Defense Armor – Protection during dangerous tames
Fast Weapons – Quick kills for food gathering
Healing Items – Essential for extended taming sessions

Economic Aspects of Pet Taming

Most Valuable Pets for Trading:

Wyvern – Ultra-rare, commands highest prices
Golden Fairy – Incredible utility value
Shark – High demand for ocean exploration
Snow Wolf – Best non-Beast Tamer mount

Food Economy:

Prime Meat – Extremely valuable due to Snow Wolf demand
Wyvern Eggs – Practically priceless when available
Animal Hearts – Steady demand for Panther tamers

Location-Specific Taming Strategies

Tundra Region Tips:

Cold Resistance – Prepare appropriate gear
Rare Spawns – Wyverns and Mammoths have specific spawn windows
Resource Scarcity – Bring all necessary items from other regions

Beach Expansion Tactics:

Water Safety – Be prepared for aquatic combat
Coconut Abundance – Easy food source for Coconut Crabs
Quest Prerequisites – Complete Shark questline before attempting ocean taming

Greatwood Strategies:

Swamp Navigation – Watch for environmental hazards
Fairy Hunting – Patience required for rare spawns
Serpent Territories – High-level creatures require Beast Tamer skills

Common Taming Mistakes to Avoid

Critical Errors That Waste Time and Resources

Food Preparation Mistakes:

Wrong Food Type – Always verify exact requirements
Insufficient Quantity – Bring 2-3x the recommended amount
Poor Storage – Some foods spoil or get lost

Combat Mistakes:

Over-Aggression – Killing instead of aggroing for taming
Poor Positioning – Getting surrounded by multiple creatures
Health Management – Running out of healing during attempts

Planning Mistakes:

Level Requirements – Attempting Beast Tamer pets without proper subclass
Location Errors – Searching in wrong areas for specific pets
Time Management – Not accounting for spawn timers and cooldowns

Recovery Strategies

When Taming Goes Wrong:

Retreat Safely – Don’t waste more resources on failed attempts
Restock Supplies – Return with better preparation
Level Up – Sometimes you need more power first
Seek Help – Party members can provide crucial support

Pet Synergies and Team Building

Optimal Pet Combinations

Best Mount + Companion Pairs:

Wyvern + Golden Fairy – Ultimate power and luck combination
Shark + Water Fairy – Dominates aquatic exploration
Snow Wolf + Regular Fairy – Excellent for Tundra expeditions

Combat Team Compositions:

Tank Build – Bear + Mud Crab for maximum defense
Speed Build – Panther + Wolf for hit-and-run tactics
Magic Build – Any mount + Fairy for spell enhancement

Situational Pet Selection

PvP Recommendations:

Wyvern – Aerial superiority and crowd control
Panther – Fast strikes and mobility
Bear – Tanking damage and protecting weaker allies

PvE Optimization:

Shark – Water dungeon exploration
Snow Wolf – Tundra region farming
Fairy – Boss fight loot optimization

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Technical Problems and Solutions

Taming Failures:

Heart Doesn’t Appear – Verify food type and Beast Tamer requirements
Instant Aggression – Check if creature is already claimed by another player
Success but No Pet – Server lag may require relogging

Mounting Issues:

Can’t Mount Pet – Ensure proper saddle is equipped
Mount Disappears – Check pet health and summon cooldowns
Controls Not Working – Verify key bindings and pet status

Performance Optimization:

Lag During Taming – Lower graphics settings for better responsiveness
Inventory Management – Keep space available for new pets
Server Selection – Some servers have better pet spawning rates

Future Updates and Content

Upcoming Features (Confirmed)

Additional Regions:

Desert Expansion – New biome with unique creatures
Sky Islands – Aerial content requiring flying mounts
Underground Realms – Deep cave systems with rare pets

System Improvements:

Pet Evolution – Upgrade existing pets to higher tiers
Breeding System – Create hybrid pets with combined abilities
Pet Housing – Dedicated spaces for pet management

Community Speculation

Rumored Additions:

Dragon Pets – Ultimate tier above Wyverns
Elemental Variants – Fire, Ice, and Lightning pet versions
Legendary Questlines – Epic story content for rare pet unlocks

Conclusion: Master Your Destiny

Mastering pet taming in Rune Slayer isn’t just about collecting creatures—it’s about fundamentally transforming your gameplay experience. From the humble beginnings with a simple Slime to the legendary heights of Wyvern mastery, each tamed companion represents a milestone in your journey through this incredible RPG world.

The Tundra and Beach expansion has elevated pet taming to new heights, introducing challenges that require dedication, strategy, and patience. Whether you’re cruising through ocean depths on your Shark, soaring through snowy peaks on a Wyvern, or exploring mystical forests with a faithful Wolf companion, your pets become more than just mounts—they become integral parts of your adventure.

Key Takeaways for Success:

Start Small – Build your skills with easy pets before attempting legendary creatures
Invest in Beast Tamer – The subclass opens up the most powerful companions
Patience Pays Off – Rare pets require persistence but offer incredible rewards
Community Matters – Join the official Discord for tips and trading opportunities

The world of Rune Slayer continues to evolve, and with new updates bringing fresh content regularly, there’s never been a better time to start your pet taming journey. Whether you’re seeking the ultimate PvP advantage or simply want a loyal companion for your adventures, the creatures of Rune Slayer await your mastery.

Ready to start taming? Bookmark this guide, stock up on your favorite foods, and venture forth into the wilderness. Your perfect companion is out there waiting—you just need the knowledge and determination to find them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pets can you tame in Rune Slayer?

Currently, there are over 20 tameable creatures in Rune Slayer, including 6 new pets from the Tundra and Beach expansion. The total includes everything from basic Slimes to the legendary Wyvern, with more creatures being added in regular updates.

Do you need Beast Tamer for all pets in Rune Slayer?

No, Beast Tamer is only required for the most dangerous creatures like Panthers, Bears, Alligators, Mud Crabs, Adult Spiders, and the new expansion pets (Wyvern, Coconut Crab, Lobster, Saber-tooth). Basic pets like Slimes, Deer, Wolves, and others can be tamed by any class.

What’s the rarest pet in Rune Slayer?

The Wyvern is currently the rarest tameable pet, requiring Beast Tamer subclass and a Wyvern Egg with only a 0.1-1% drop rate. The Golden Fairy is also extremely rare with a 2% drop rate from Elder Treants, but it’s not technically a traditional pet.

How do you get Prime Meat for Snow Wolf taming?

Prime Meat is a rare drop from high-level creatures including Basilisk, Mud Crab, and Razor Fang. It can also be obtained through player trading, which is often easier than farming due to the extremely low drop rates.

Can you lose tamed pets in Rune Slayer?

Pets can die during combat but they’re not permanently lost. When a pet dies, it becomes unavailable for 5 minutes, or you can instantly recover it by sleeping at an inn or dying yourself. Your tamed pets remain in your collection permanently.

What’s the best starter pet for new players?

Slimes are the perfect starter pets because they’re found in the easily accessible Wilderness area, have a 100% taming success rate with Slime Chunks, and are mountable for faster travel. They’re also very forgiving for players learning the taming mechanics.

How do you unlock the Shark mount questline?

To unlock Shark taming, travel to the Beach expansion area and find Bijon The Sea Master near the shoreline. Complete his questline, which involves hunting Mutated Frogs for Mutated Meat, then return to him after taming your Shark to receive the Sea Saddle.

Is it worth investing in Beast Tamer subclass?

Absolutely! Beast Tamer unlocks access to the most powerful pets in the game, including the legendary Wyvern, combat-focused Panthers and Bears, and unique creatures like the Coconut Crab. The investment in reaching Level 30 Archer pays off significantly for serious pet collectors.