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Valheim is a game that challenges players to explore new biomes and gather materials to prepare for battles against formidable bosses. The journey can be tough, especially in treacherous areas like the Swamp and Mountain, where even the most seasoned adventurers can fall quickly. However, the game offers some relief through its merchants, who provide essential items to ease your journey through Valheim's dangerous world. With three merchants currently available, each offers unique goods that can significantly enhance your gameplay. Finding them can be tricky due to the game's procedurally generated worlds, but here's how to locate each merchant and what they have to offer.
How To Find Haldor In Valheim (Black Forest Merchant)
Haldor, the Black Forest Merchant, is relatively easier to find as he spawns within a 1500m radius of the world's center, making him the closest trader to your starting point. You'll encounter him in the Black Forest biome, which you can explore early in the game.
Haldor often appears near the spawn area of The Elder, the boss of the Black Forest. You can locate The Elder's nearest spawn by checking the glowing ruins in Burial Chambers. However, given the vast area to cover, using the Valheim World Generator, created by wd40bomber7, can help you pinpoint Haldor's location by entering your world seed.
Haldor can spawn in multiple locations, but once you find him, he'll always return to that spot. It's wise to build a portal nearby for easy access. Trading with Haldor requires gold, which you can obtain by exploring dungeons and selling items like Rubies, Amber Pearls, Silver Necklaces, and more.
Black Forest Merchant Inventory
100 Coins
Always
Purely cosmetic, but occupies the helmet slot.
Dverger Circlet
620 Coins
Always
Provides light when equipped.
Megingjord
950 Coins
Always
Increases inventory carry weight by 150.
Fishing rod
350 Coins
Always
Allows you to obtain fish.
Fishing bait (20)
10 Coins
Always
Required to use with the Fishing rod.
Barrel Hoops (3)
100 Coins
Always
Necessary material to build Barrels.
Ymir Flesh
120 Coins
After defeating The Elder
Crafting material
Thunder Stone
50 Coins
After defeating The Elder
Necessary material to build the Obliterator.
Egg
1500 Coins
After defeating Yagluth
Used to obtain chickens and hens.
How To Find Hildir In Valheim (Meadows Merchant)
Hildir, found in the Meadows, is more challenging to locate than her brother Haldor. Despite being in the safest biome, she tends to spawn far from the world's center, typically between 3000 and 5100m away. Each potential spawn point is about 1000m apart, meaning you'll need to explore distant Meadows to find her.
Using the Valheim World Generator can expedite your search, but if you prefer the challenge, look for a T-Shirt icon on your map when you're within 300-400m of her location. Once you find Hildir, build a portal for easy return trips.
Hildir specializes in clothing that offers various buffs, with many items providing similar benefits to cater to different aesthetic preferences. Additionally, she offers quests that lead you to new dungeons in different biomes, such as Smouldering Tombs in The Black Forest, Howling Caverns in Mountains, and Sealed Towers in The Plains. Completing these quests and returning the chests to Hildir unlocks new items with diverse effects.
Meadows Merchant Inventory
250 Coins
Always
-20% Stamina use
Simple Tunic Natural
250 Coins
Always
-20% Stamina use
Simple Cap Red
150 Coins
Always
-15% Stamina use
Simple Cap Purple
150 Coins
Always
-15% Stamina use
Sparkler
150 Coins
Always
Decorative
Iron Pit
75 Coins
Always
Used for building the Firepit Iron (alternate Campfire)
Barber Kit
600 Coins
Always
Used for building the Barber Station
Beaded Dress Brown
550 Coins
After returning Hildir's Bronze Chest
-20% Stamina use
Beaded Dress Blue
550 Coins
After returning Hildir's Bronze Chest
-20% Stamina use
Beaded Dress Yellow
550 Coins
After returning Hildir's Bronze Chest
-20% Stamina use
Beaded Tunic Blue
550 Coins
After returning Hildir's Bronze Chest
-20% Stamina use
Beaded Tunic Red
550 Coins
After returning Hildir's Bronze Chest
-20% Stamina use
Beaded Tunic Yellow
550 Coins
After returning Hildir's Bronze Chest
-20% Stamina use
Twisted Headscarf Red
300 Coins
After returning Hildir's Bronze Chest
-15% Stamina use
Fur Cap Grey
300 Coins
After returning Hildir's Bronze Chest
-15% Stamina use
Extravagant Cap Orange
300 Coins
After returning Hildir's Bronze Chest
-15% Stamina use
Basic Fireworks
50 Coins
After returning Hildir's Bronze Chest
Used to create other fireworks and explosions.
Shawl Dress Brown
450 Coins
After returning Hildir's Silver Chest
-20% Stamina use
Shawl Dress Blue
450 Coins
After returning Hildir's Silver Chest
-20% Stamina use
Shawl Dress Yellow
450 Coins
After returning Hildir's Silver Chest
-20% Stamina use
Cape Tunic Blue
450 Coins
After returning Hildir's Silver Chest
-20% Stamina use
Cape Tunic Red
450 Coins
After returning Hildir's Silver Chest
-20% Stamina use
Cape Tunic Yellow
450 Coins
After returning Hildir's Silver Chest
-20% Stamina use
Twisted Headscarf Green
250 Coins
After returning Hildir's Silver Chest
-15% Stamina use
Extravagant Cap Green
250 Coins
After returning Hildir's Silver Chest
-15% Stamina use
Tied Headscarf Yellow
250 Coins
After returning Hildir's Silver Chest
-15% Stamina use
Simple Dress Brown
350 Coins
After returning Hildir's Brass Chest
-20% Stamina use
Simple Dress Blue
350 Coins
After returning Hildir's Brass Chest
-20% Stamina use
Simple Dress Yellow
350 Coins
After returning Hildir's Brass Chest
-20% Stamina use
Simple Tunic Blue
350 Coins
After returning Hildir's Brass Chest
-20% Stamina use
Simple Tunic Red
350 Coins
After returning Hildir's Brass Chest
-20% Stamina use
Simple Tunic Yellow
350 Coins
After returning Hildir's Brass Chest
-20% Stamina use
Harvest Tunic
550 Coins
After returning Hildir's Brass Chest
+25 Farming Skill (set bonus)
Harvest Dress
550 Coins
After returning Hildir's Brass Chest
+25 Farming Skill (set bonus)
Tied Headscarf Blue
200 Coins
After returning Hildir's Brass Chest
-15% Stamina use
Fur Cap Brown
200 Coins
After returning Hildir's Brass Chest
-15% Stamina use
Straw Hat
300 Coins
After returning Hildir's Brass Chest
+25 Farming Skill (set bonus)
How To Find The Bog Witch In Valheim (Swamp Merchant)
The Bog Witch, the newest addition to Valheim's traders, resides in the challenging Swamp biome. You might need to upgrade your gear before venturing into this area, as it's one of the most dangerous in the game.
The Bog Witch can be found between 3000m and 8000m from the world's center, with potential spawn points 1000m apart. Using the Valheim World Generator can be particularly helpful in locating her, but if you're up for the challenge, look for her Cauldron icon on the map as you get closer. Once found, she'll stay in that location, so bring materials to build a portal for future visits.
The Bog Witch is unique as she's a friendly Greydwarf with a magical Kvastur that keeps her hut tidy and fights off enemies. Her hut offers a comfort level of 3, and she provides access to new items for cooking and crafting meads.
Swamp Merchant Inventory
100 Coins
Always
Used to build the Resin Candle.
Love Potion (5)
110 Coins
Always
Increases the rate at which Trolls spawn and makes them immediately aware of your presence.
Fresh Seaweed (5)
75 Coins
Always
Used to build the Draught of Vananidir.
Cured Squirrel Hamstring (5)
80 Coins
Always
Used to craft Tonic of Ratatosk.
Powdered Dragon Eggshell (5)
120 Coins
Always
Used to craft Mead of Troll Endurance.
Pungent Pebbles (5)
125 Coins
Always
Used to craft Brew of Animal Whispers.
Ivy Seed (3)
65 Coins
Always
Produces a decorative Ivy plant.
Serving Tray
140 Coins
Always
Required to eat a feast.
Woodland Herb Blend (5)
120 Coins
After defeating The Elder
Used to craft Whole Roasted Meadow Boar, Black Forest Buffet Platter, and Swamp Dwellers' Delight.
Scythe Handle
200 Coins
After defeating Moder
Used to craft a Scythe.
Toadstool
85 Coins
After defeating Moder
Used to craft Berserker Mead.
Fragrant Bundle (5)
140 Coins
After defeating Moder
Used to craft Anti-Sting Concoction.
Mountain Peak Pepper Powder (5)
140 Coins
After defeating Moder
Used to craft Hearty Mountain Logger's Stew.
Grasslands Herbalist Harvest (5)
160 Coins
After defeating Yagluth
Used to craft Plains Pie Picnic.
Herbs of the Hidden Hills (5)
180 Coins
After defeating The Queen
Used to craft Mushrooms Galore a la Mistlands.
Fiery Spice Powder (5)
200 Coins
After defeating Fader
Used to craft Ashlands Gourmet Bowl.
Seafarer's Herbs (5)
130 Coins
After killing a Serpent
Used to craft Sailor's Bounty.
