Master efficient resource gathering in Valheim. Learn tips for early game, crafting, base building, and preparing for boss fights to maximize your survival and progression.
Walkthrough
- 1Start by gathering Wood (punching trees) and Stone (picking up rocks).
- 2Craft a Stone Axe using Wood and Stone. Use it to chop trees faster and defend against Greylings and Boars.
- 3Explore the coastline to map the area and identify a good spot for your first base, preferably near the coast.
- 4Gather Raspberries and Mushrooms for early food sources.
- 5Craft a Hammer and then a Workbench. Build a basic shelter (walls and roof) to cover the Workbench and Bed.
- 6Build a Campfire near the Bed to sleep. Ensure it has ventilation or is covered by a roof to prevent rain from extinguishing it.
- 7Build Cooking Stations over the Campfire to cook meat from hunted Boars and Deer for better health and stamina bonuses.
- 8Gather Flint from the beach.
- 9Prepare for the first boss, Eikthyr:
- 10Craft a Crude Bow and Wood Arrows (gather feathers from birds or by cutting trees).
- 11Alternatively, craft a shield for melee combat.
- 12Craft a Chopping Block to upgrade weapons to level 2.
Tips
- Running the coastline early helps map the area with minimal risk.
- Don't get too attached to your first base; expect to move or build outposts.
- Repairing items and buildings with a Hammer costs no resources.
- Balancing food types (stamina, balanced, health) is key for survival.
- Falling trees are a significant early-game hazard.
- Two-star boars can be trapped for later taming and breeding.
- Use the in-game map to mark points of interest.
- Campfires need ventilation or a roof to stay lit and avoid smoke damage.
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