The ever-expanding world of Valheim is different for every player, as each game is procedurally generated. This means that the location of hills, trees, mountains, and even rivers are random for every world. There is some consistency as there are several distinct biomes that will always be home to the same items.
The mountain biomes are steep and covered in snow, making them one of the most treacherous locations in the Valheim world. Additionally, lots of powerful mobs like stone golems and drakes live here and are a serious threat to any Vikings than venture into their territory. However, there are a plethora of materials found only in the mountains that can be used to craft some immensely useful items. Those that are willing to brave the cold can look forward to collecting these resources during their travels.
What to find in Valheim’s Mountain Biomes
Obsidian
- Vikings with an iron pickaxe on hand can head to the mountains to mine chunks of obsidian from the deposits scattered about. Those looking to get an edge in combat will find it in their best interest to pursue this resource, as it’s one of the materials required to craft a number of elemental arrows. With arrows like these in one’s quiver, they’ll be able to hunt and take down enemies from a safe distance away.
Silver Ore
- Silver ore is another resource that players can mine from the mountain, except it requires a smelter to convert to regular silver. With it, Vikings can forge a number of powerful equipment and weapons.
Wolf Fang
- Wolf fangs are sometimes dropped by wolves and fenrings, hostile mobs which will only spawn in the mountain biomes. When combined with the aforementioned silver and a few other resources, such as ancient bark and leather scraps, players can create the mighty fang spear. This one-handed weapon is a force to be reckoned with, as it has strong backstabbing bonuses that players will find useful against tough enemies.
Freeze Gland
- Drakes are a powerful dragon entity that call the mountains of Valheim their home. Viking warriors that manage to best one will be rewarded with the freeze gland material, which drakes drop as loot. With it and some obsidian, players can craft frost arrows, which will slow down the movements of enemies that are struck by it. Perfect for warding off large foes that are easy to hit, allowing players to whittle down their health for a longer period of time.
Dragon Tear
- The drakes of the mountain hatched from the eggs of Moder, this biome’s boss. Players that manage to best her are rewarded with the dragon tear item, which allows them to craft the artisan table. Thankfully, Moder drops ten of the tears upon defeat, so players will be able to craft five artisan tables, which require only two. Creating an artisan table will permit players to craft three incredibly useful structures: blast furnaces, spinning wheels, and windmills. Because of the utility these three provide, such as the windmill converting barley into barley flour, make the trek to a mountain biome highly worthwhile.
Valheim is available for PC.