Commander Zilyana

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Commander Zilyana

Release	28 August 2007 (Update)
AKA	Saint Zilyana
Members	Yes
Examine
• Commander of Saradomin's forces. • Commander of Saradomin's forces. Her watchful eyes scan the horizon.
Combat info
Level	LP	XP	XP
596	60,000	4,796.55	1,582.8
Equipment XP (2H/MH & Armour/OH)
287 / 191 / 95
Aggressive		Poisonous
Offensive
Max hit
1800	0	2200	0
Style		Speed
		2 ticks (1.2s)
Combat levels
75 1 75 Accuracy 1694 0 1694
Defensive
Armour		Weakness
1694	75
Affinities
-	40	40	40
Immunities

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2 ticks (1.2s)

3 ticks (1.8s)

Versions: 2

Defined properties:

All Life points: 60,000 Life points1: 60,000 All Life points: 100,000 Life points2: 100,000 All Combat experience: 4796.55 Combat experience: 4796.55 All Release date: 28 August 2007 Release date1: 28 August 2007 All Release date: 30 April 2013 Release date2: 30 April 2013 All Combat level: 596 Combat level: 596 All Is members only: true Is members only: true

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Commander Zilyana, Keeper of the Faith, is the leader of Saradomin's army in the God Wars Dungeon. She is an Icyene, an ancient race of winged beings, chosen by Saradomin to guard his hilt. Commander Zilyana uses a melee attack and a magic attack. She attacks with her multi-target magic attack when her sword glows with a bright blue aura and she raises it in the air. If the attack hits a player, a small wall of lightning will appear around the player. She attacks with melee when she simply slashes at the player with her sword. Her melee attack is not multi-target.

Both her magic and melee attacks only work at close range. She attacks every 1.2 seconds and they both hit at the same time (she will only use magic in melee distance). She targets the player closest to her upon spawning, but switches to the player who has currently done the most damage to her.

Commander Zilyana is located in the back room of Saradomin's Encampment. Players must have 70 Agility to reach her. In addition, she has 3 bodyguards: Growler (magic), Bree (ranged) and Starlight (melee).

If blood spells are used on her consistently, the message "Commander Zilyana becomes more enraged by your spells and tries to channel them to increase her own power!" will appear in the chatbox, and her power will be boosted, granting her stronger attacks. This effect stacks (although there is a cap to it), so continued use of blood spells may prove fatal. A better alternative is Shadow Barrage, which reduces her damage, whilst hitting Zilyana and everything around her.

Obtaining all unique drops will unlock the [Name], Finesse of the Icyene title.

History

The God Wars

Battle of Annakarl

Prior to arriving at the Temple of Lost Ancients, Zilyana participated in the battle of Annakarl, where it was under Saradominst control. She battled K'ril, but was overpowered by the demon and mortally wounded. Saradomin arrived, teleported her to the Stone of Jas, and used its powers to heal her otherwise fatal wounds.

The Godsword

Eventually, Zilyana was dispatched to the Temple of Lost Ancients to help a flock of Avianstese who were pinned by Zamorakian forces. Given a group of priests and knights, she also recruited peasants to strengthen her army. In her notes, she states that it was foolish for the avianstese to retreat into the caverns, and was even more annoyed that General Graardor was sent for "assistance". The three groups were already on uneasy terms when Graardor tried to take the godsword for Bandos, leaving her and Kree'arra against Graador and K'ril.

During one of the skirmishes, her bodyguard Growler became seriously injured and she ordered a retreat, praying for Saradomin's aid. The next day, she found three amulets bearing the symbols of Armadyl, Bandos and Zamorak, which she immediately destroyed and began to find the supposed heretic. The next day, the amulets reappeared on the altar, and she realised that Saradomin was sending them, but was confused with their purpose.

Eventually, Zilyana had her bodyguards wear the amulets; Bree took the pendant with Armadyl's icon. Bree eventually went out with several soldiers to check on the progress of the battle. Zilyana heard the battle and mulled for Bree to return. Bree eventually returned and told Zilyana that it was as if she was calling for him. Zilyana soon realized the purpose of the amulets and praised Saradomin's wisdom. The situation deteriorated even further and now all sides were battling against each other. Zilyana eventually learned of Kree'arra's plan to attack her encampment, and using the power of the amulet, convinced him to do so. In the ensuing ambush, she claimed a powerful crossbow from his forces.

During the course of the fighting, a spell cast by an unknown army backfired upon the entire cavern, freezing the entire cave perfectly in place. Zilyana was amongst those left imprisoned. Very shortly after this occurred, the god Guthix established the Edicts of Guthix, preventing the direct involvement of any deity in Gielinor. The departure of the world's Gods and the subsequent end of the God Wars meant that the cavern was forgotten, and Zilyana would remain frozen in time with its warring armies for more than 2,000 years to come.

In the recent Fifth Age, investigations by both the dwarven explorer Nestor Peregrine and the Asgarnian Temple Knights nearly resulted in the cave's (and Zilyana's) rediscovery. In 169, tectonic movement in the neighbouring Wilderness caused large portions of the cave to defrost, eventually leading to the release of most of the cavern's population. Unaware that the God Wars have ended, Zilyana and the rest of the battle's leaders have resumed the battle for the godsword once again, seemingly unaware that centuries have passed since the end of the wars.

The World Wakes

Zilyana kills Cres, mistaking him for Guthix.

During the quest The World Wakes, Zilyana, along with K'ril Tsutsaroth and Kree'arra, discover that the player had found Guthix's home, and gather forces to break in to kill Guthix, ending his edicts and allowing their gods to return. Zilyana bides her time, while the Zamorakians and Bandosians attempt to brute force through the Guthixian defences. When they are repelled, Zilyana leads her soldiers into battle, attempting to break through Juna's barricade so they can reach and kill Guthix. In the ensuing battle, Zilyana sees the Guardian of Guthix Cres and kills him, believing that he is actually Guthix in disguise. She shows her disdain for the Zarosians when they appear after her failed assault.

When Sliske kills Guthix, Saradomin is the first to arrive at the scene. She later accompanies Saradomin when he leaves. If the player decided to simply kill Guthix, Juna will mention that Zilyana left a gift for them.

Missing, Presumed Death

Zilyana argues with Ilfeen.

Zilyana makes another appearance in the quest Missing, Presumed Death. She is at the Empyrean Citadel, which was taken over by the Mahjarrat Sliske for his grand ascendacy into godhood. Zilyana is present here with Saradomin and appears once again as his chosen champion. As she did not receive a invitation, Zilyana is left outside the entrance with the other generals. Zilyana was seen arguing with the elf Ifleen about the slaughter of Saradominist monks by an elven archer. The player can either side with Zilyana or Ifleen, or alternatively, tell her the truth. Her obedience to Saradomin can be seen when the player chooses to tell her the truth and she declines Ifleen's offer for a truce, declaring, "It is not truth until Saradomin decrees it so!"

After the quest, Zilyana leaves the citadel when Sliske lets the dragonkin Strisath loose.

Sliske's Endgame

Zilyana plays a small role in Sliske's Endgame, where she accompanies her god into the labyrinth. After the quest, she can be found at the top of the White Knights' Castle, though she cannot be interacted with in any way.

Prior to the release of the quest, she could be seen at the top of the White Knights' Castle, looking at the eclipse. She could not be interacted with in any way.

Strategy

Main articles: Commander Zilyana/Strategies and Commander Zilyana/Strategies/Hard mode

Bodyguards

Zilyana and her loyal bodyguards.

• Starlight
• Growler
• Bree

Quotes

All praise Saradomin!

When in battle, the Commander shouts several battle cries while fighting the players that dare to venture into her domain. She is voiced by Mod Ana.

• Death to the enemies of the light!
• Slay the evil ones!
• Saradomin lend me strength!
• By the power of Saradomin!
• May Saradomin be my sword!
• Good will always triumph!
• Forward! Our allies are with us!
• Saradomin is with us!
• In the name of Saradomin!
• Attack! Find the Godsword!

Drops

100% drop

	Item	Quantity	Rarity	GE price
	Bones	1	Always	266

Charms

No charm
29–32%	16–18%	18–21%	22–25%	9–11%
Represents a 90% confidence range based on a sample of 2,486 kills. 1 charm is dropped at a time. Add data to the log (requires JavaScript).

Main drop (normal mode)

	Item	Quantity	Rarity	GE price
	Coins	19,501–21,000	Common	19,501–21,000
	Coins	19,501–21,000	Rare	19,501–21,000
	Coins	20,500–21,000	Rare	20,500–21,000
	Diamond	6 (noted)	Uncommon	23,256
	Grimy ranarr	5 (noted)	Common	9,300
	Ranarr seed	2	Common	1,952
	Prayer potion (4)	3	Uncommon	8,730
	Saradomin brew (3)	3	Uncommon	44,676
	Super restore (4)	3	Uncommon	8,394
	Super defence (3)	3	Uncommon	23,478
	Super magic potion (3)	3	Uncommon	35,361
	Magic seed	1	Rare	52,464
	Battlestaff	2 (noted)	Uncommon	6,024
	Rune dart	30–40	Common	2,310–3,080
	Rune plateskirt	1	Common	37,061
	Adamant platebody	1	Uncommon	8,975
	Rune kiteshield	1	Uncommon	30,650
	Saradomin sword	1	Rare	320,220
	Armadyl crossbow	1	Rare	5,594,315
	Off-hand Armadyl crossbow	1	Rare	5,598,386
	Saradomin's murmur	1	Rare	700,235
	Saradomin's hiss	1	Rare	153,600
	Saradomin's whisper	1	Rare	120,794
	Godsword shard 1	1	Rare	148,863
	Godsword shard 2	1	Rare	148,621
	Godsword shard 3	1	Rare	148,582
	Saradomin hilt	1	Rare	4,914,126
	Rare drop table	1	Rare	Not sold

Main drop (hard mode)

	Item	Quantity	Rarity	GE price
	Coins	10,000–11,000; 41,258–120,000	Common	10,000–120,000
	Gold ore	100–197 (noted)	Uncommon	58,700–115,639
	Rune platebody	2	Uncommon	74,960
	Rune bar	4–6 (noted)	Common	11,940–17,910
	Rune plateskirt	2	Common	74,122
	Unicorn horn	40 (noted)	Uncommon	136,160
	Yew seed	1	Uncommon	15,302
	Uncut diamond	20–30 (noted)	Uncommon	96,860–145,290
	Magic logs	33–39 (noted)	Uncommon	12,540–14,820
	Grimy ranarr	20–24 (noted)	Uncommon	37,200–44,640
	Wine of Saradomin	1–4 (noted)	Uncommon	54,571–218,284
	Super defence (3)	3	Uncommon	23,478
	Super ranging potion (3)	3	Uncommon	63,663
	Magic seed	1–3	Rare	52,464–157,392
	Coins	19,501–21,000	Rare	19,501–21,000
	Coins	20,500–21,000	Rare	20,500–21,000
	Saradomin sword	1	Rare	320,220
	Armadyl crossbow	1	Rare	5,594,315
	Off-hand Armadyl crossbow	1	Rare	5,598,386
	Saradomin's murmur	1	Rare	700,235
	Saradomin's hiss	1	Rare	153,600
	Saradomin's whisper	1	Rare	120,794
	Godsword shard 1	1	Rare	148,863
	Godsword shard 2	1	Rare	148,621
	Godsword shard 3	1	Rare	148,582
	Saradomin hilt	1	Rare	4,914,126
	Rare drop table	1	Rare	Not sold

Tertiary drop (both modes)

	Item	Quantity	Rarity	GE price
	Warpriest of Saradomin helm	1	Varies	Not sold
	Warpriest of Saradomin cuirass	1	Varies	Not sold
	Warpriest of Saradomin greaves	1	Varies	Not sold
	Warpriest of Saradomin gauntlets	1	Varies	Not sold
	Warpriest of Saradomin boots	1	Varies	Not sold
	Warpriest of Saradomin cape	1	Varies	Not sold
	Zilyana's Notes	1	Rare	Not sold
	Auburn lock	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Sealed clue scroll (hard)	1	Rare	Not sold
	Sealed clue scroll (elite)	1	Rare	Not sold
	Starved ancient effigy	1	Rare	Not sold

Tertiary drop (hard mode only)

	Item	Quantity	Rarity	GE price
	Saradominist soulstone	1	Uncommon	Not sold

Rare drop table drops

This monster has access to the rare drop table.
Luck-enhancing items such as a ring of wealth or luck of the dwarves are not required to access the table.

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	Item	Quantity	Rarity	GE price
	Coins	250–500	Common	250–500
	Uncut sapphire	1	Common	809
	Uncut emerald	1	Common	2,555
	Uncut ruby	1	Common	1,842
	Uncut diamond	1	Common	4,843
	Uncut diamond	45–55 (noted)	Rare	217,935–266,365
	Loop half of a key	1	Common	11,053
	Tooth half of a key	1	Common	11,538
	Uncut dragonstone	1	Uncommon	12,077
	Uncut dragonstone	45–55 (noted)	Rare	543,465–664,235
	Dragon longsword	1	Common	56,212
	Dragon spear	1	Rare	35,861
	Battlestaff	180–220 (noted)	Rare	542,160–662,640
	Rune javelin	5	Rare	905
	Rune platebody	1	Uncommon	37,480
	Rune platebody	15–25 (noted)	Rare	562,200–937,000
	Shield left half	1	Rare	64,399
	Dragon helm	1	Uncommon	58,601
	Rune arrowheads	113–137	Common	14,916–18,084
	Onyx bolts	135–165	Very rare	1,003,725–1,226,775
	Chaos talisman	1	Rare	1,923
	Nature talisman	1	Rare	1,473
	Water talisman	65–82 (noted)	Rare	164,320–207,296
	Earth talisman	65–82 (noted)	Rare	12,025–15,170
	Fire talisman	25–35 (noted)	Rare	5,225–7,315
	Raw lobster	135–165 (noted)	Common	47,655–58,245
	Raw shark	225–275 (noted)	Uncommon	321,075–392,425
	Big bones	68–82 (noted)	Uncommon	13,804–16,646
	Dragon bones	180–220 (noted)	Rare	384,480–469,920
	Coal	200–1,100 (noted)	Uncommon	22,400–123,200
	Gold ore	90–110 (noted)	Common	52,830–64,570
	Adamantite ore	180–220 (noted)	Uncommon	40,860–49,940
	Adamant bar	14–16 (noted)	Common	24,654–28,176
	Adamant bar	135–165 (noted)	Rare	237,735–290,565
	Runite ore	90–110 (noted)	Rare	127,710–156,090
	Rune bar	3 (noted)	Common	8,955
	Rune bar	45–55 (noted)	Rare	134,325–164,175
	Grimy torstol	90–110 (noted)	Uncommon	485,010–592,790
	Grimy snapdragon	90–110 (noted)	Uncommon	161,010–196,790
	Super restore (4)	45–55 (noted)	Uncommon	125,910–153,890
	Prayer potion (4)	45–55 (noted)	Uncommon	130,950–160,050
	Lantadyme seed	14–16	Uncommon	10,164–11,616
	Dwarf weed seed	14–16	Uncommon	11,508–13,152
	Magic seed	4	Uncommon	209,856
	Palm tree seed	10	Rare	396,000
	Flax	450–550 (noted)	Common	43,200–52,800
	Molten glass	45–55 (noted)	Common	27,585–33,715
	Soft clay	450–550 (noted)	Uncommon	188,550–230,450
	Yew logs	68–82 (noted)	Uncommon	11,356–13,694
	Yew logs	675–825 (noted)	Rare	112,725–137,775
	Teak plank	45–55 (noted)	Uncommon	16,740–20,460
	Mahogany plank	270–330 (noted)	Rare	356,670–435,930
	Blurberry Special	1	Uncommon	12,008
	Vecna skull	1	Very rare*	124,871
	Hazelmere's signet ring	1	Very rare*	1,432,268,388
	Brawling gloves (Melee)	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Brawling gloves (Magic)	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Brawling gloves (Ranged)	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Brawling gloves (Agility)	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Brawling gloves (Cooking)	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Brawling gloves (FM)	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Brawling gloves (Fishing)	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Brawling gloves (Hunter)	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Brawling gloves (Mining)	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Brawling gloves (Prayer)	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Brawling gloves (Smithing)	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Brawling gloves (Thieving)	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Brawling gloves (WC)	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Crystal triskelion fragment 1	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Crystal triskelion fragment 2	1	Very rare	Not sold
	Crystal triskelion fragment 3	1	Very rare	Not sold

Universal drops

Universal drops are dropped by nearly every monster outside of Daemonheim.

These drops are dropped alongside main drops.

	Item	Quantity	Rarity	GE price
	Key token	1	Rare	Not sold
	Mimic kill token	1	Very rare	5,575

Achievements

• Traitorous ( 30) - Defeat Commander Zilyana whilst wearing a full set of Proselyte Armour.
• Sunshine Through The Rain ( 40) - Defeat Hard Mode Commander Zilyana whilst under the effects of her cloud attack and the Sunshine ability.
• Keeper of the Faith ( 0) - Obtained a collection of unique drops from the Commander Zilyana.
• Zilly Way To Die ( 5) - Defeat Commander Zilyana several times depending on the tier.
• Zillier Way To Die ( 5) - Defeat Commander Zilyana in hard mode several times depending on the tier.

Trivia

Concept art of Commander Zilyana.

Older concept art of Zilyana.

• In the Saradomin Strikes Campaign on Armies of Gielinor, it is revealed that at some point during the God Wars, Zilyana was captured by Zamorak, but then escaped.
• Commander Zilyana received several extra buffs on the release of the Triskelion Treasures update. If she is constantly attacked by blood spells, she will become "enraged". Along with the same update, her magical strength was drastically increased, changed her weakness from Water spells to nothing, and had an increased magical defence.
• Zilyana has her own custom special attacks, made by Mod Chris L, because she was the only original God Wars boss not to be fought during The World Wakes. 

• Commander Zilyana features in a flashback during the Ritual of the Mahjarrat quest. She is seen facing K'ril Tsutsaroth in battle. As they battle, K'ril gets the upper hand and blasts Zilyana away, critically injuring her. He takes a final look at her body and departs. Saradomin himself comes to rescue her and takes her to the Fist of Guthix arena, where the Stone of Jas lies, and heals her. She also received a graphical update with the release of this quest.
• Zilyana is one of two icyenes shown in-game to have two sets of wings; one on her back near her shoulder-blades and another on her lower back near her lumbar. The other is Efaritay.
• As of 1 February 2018, the highest kill count for this boss was 42,027 kills for normal mode and 3,384 for hard mode.
  • This had increased to 44,515 for normal mode and had not increased for hard mode by 6 May 2018..