Zakum Boss Guide
Complete guide to defeating Zakum, including pre-quests, strategies, and rewards
Zakum: The Iconic Boss
Zakum is one of the most iconic bosses in MapleStory Classic! This massive boss requires teamwork, preparation, and strategy to defeat. Your first Zakum run will be an unforgettable experience.
Recommended Level
50+ (60+ preferred)
Party Size
6-30 players
Zakum Pre-Quest (Eye of Fire)
Before you can fight Zakum, you must complete the Eye of Fire pre-quest. This lengthy quest chain is required to obtain the Eye of Fire item needed to summon Zakum.
Requirements
- ✓ Level 50 or higher
- ✓ Access to El Nath and Dead Mine
- ✓ Approximately 2-3 hours to complete
- ✓ Good jumping skills for the Jump Quest
Quest Steps
- 1.Talk to Adobis in El Nath to start the quest
- 2.Collect 30 Dark Crystal Ore from Stone Golems
- 3.Collect 30 items from Fire Boars
- 4.Navigate through the challenging Jump Quest in Dead Mine
- 5.Defeat mini-bosses and collect quest items
- 6.Return to Adobis to receive the Eye of Fire
⚠️ Tip: The Jump Quest can be very challenging, especially for beginners. Take your time, watch video guides if needed, and don't get discouraged!
Boss Mechanics
Zakum's Body Parts
8 Arms - Must be defeated first before attacking the body. Each arm has separate HP.
3 Body Parts - Head, torso, and legs. Can only be attacked after all arms are destroyed.
Each part has its own HP pool and must be destroyed separately.
Key Attacks to Watch Out For
Dispel
Removes all buffs - very annoying! Rebuff immediately.
Weapon Cancel
Unequips your weapon. Re-equip quickly!
Darkness
Reduces accuracy significantly. Use All Cure potions.
Knockback
Pushes players away from the boss. Reposition carefully.
1/1 Attacks
Reduces HP and MP to 1. Extremely dangerous!
Recommended Party Composition
🙏 Bishops
Essential for healing and Resurrection. Bring at least 2!
⚔️ Dark Knights
High HP, strong damage, and Hyper Body for the party.
🏹 Bowmen
Safe ranged DPS without risking melee danger.
🌟 Night Lords
Highest single-target DPS in the game.
🔥 F/P Mages
Poison damage is very effective against Zakum.
❄️ I/L Mages
Strong DPS with Blizzard spam.
Battle Strategy
Phase 1: Arms (First 8 Parts)
- • Focus on destroying all 8 arms before you can attack the body
- • Melee classes attack from bottom platforms
- • Ranged classes can attack from safer upper positions
- • Keep HP potions ready - arms hit hard and use status effects!
- • This phase typically takes 10-15 minutes with a good party
Phase 2: Body (Final 3 Parts)
- • Attack the body parts in recommended order: head → torso → legs
- • Watch out for dispel attacks - rebuff immediately when it happens
- • Bishops should prioritize keeping the party alive over dealing damage
- • Be patient - this phase takes time (15-20 minutes typically)
- • Don't panic if party members die - Bishops can resurrect
General Combat Tips
- • Bring plenty of All Cure potions for Darkness and other status effects
- • Have 200-300 HP/MP potions minimum (more is better!)
- • Use safety gear or White Scrolls - deaths are common, especially for first-timers
- • Communication is key - use voice chat or party chat actively
- • Stay focused for the entire 30-40 minute fight
Rewards & Drops
Common Drops
- • Zakum Helmet - Best level 50 helmet!
- • Various scrolls (60%, 30%, 10%)
- • Mesos and potions
- • Crystals and ores
Rare Drops
- • Elemental Wands/Staves (Level 64)
- • Dark Scrolls
- • Chaos Scrolls
- • Perfect stats equipment
⭐ Zakum Helmet Highlight
The Zakum Helmet is one of the best helmets in MapleStory Classic! It can be worn at level 50 and provides excellent all-around stats for all classes. This alone makes Zakum runs worthwhile!