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This guide details how to locate and utilize the three merchants in Valheim: Haldor (Black Forest), Hildir (Meadows), and the Bog Witch (Swamp). Their locations are procedurally generated, making them challenging to find without assistance.
Locating Valheim Merchants
Valheim's merchants offer unique and helpful items, significantly easing the game's difficulty. However, their randomized spawn locations present a significant hurdle. While exploration is key, utilizing the Valheim World Generator (created by wd40bomber7) significantly simplifies the search by revealing merchant coordinates based on your world seed.
Haldor (Black Forest Merchant)
Haldor, located in the Black Forest, is generally the easiest to find due to his proximity to the world center (within a 1500m radius). He often spawns near The Elder's spawn point, identifiable via glowing ruins in Burial Chambers. Once located, build a portal for easy access. Trade with Haldor using gold acquired from exploring dungeons and selling gems.
Haldor's Inventory
| Item | Cost | Availability | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yule Hat | 100 | Always | Cosmetic (helmet slot) |
| Dverger Circlet | 620 | Always | Provides light |
| Megingjord | 950 | Always | +150 carry weight |
| Fishing Rod | 350 | Always | Fishing |
| Fishing Bait (20) | 10 | Always | Fishing rod consumable |
| Barrel Hoops (3) | 100 | Always | Barrel construction material |
| Ymir Flesh | 120 | Post-Elder | Crafting material |
| Thunder Stone | 50 | Post-Elder | Obliterator construction material |
| Egg | 1500 | Post-Yagluth | Obtain chickens and hens |
Hildir (Meadows Merchant)
Hildir resides in the Meadows biome, but her spawn location is further from the world center (3000-5100m radius), making her more difficult to find than Haldor. The Valheim World Generator is recommended. Alternatively, search Meadows within the specified radius; spawn points are approximately 1000m apart. A T-shirt icon appears on the map when nearby. Build a portal after locating her. Hildir offers clothing with stamina reduction buffs and quests rewarding access to additional inventory items.
Hildir's Inventory (Partial - Shows Item Categories and Availability)
Hildir's inventory is extensive and expands with quest completion. The table below highlights item categories and availability:
| Item Category | Cost Range | Availability | Buff/Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simple Clothing | 150-250 | Always | Stamina reduction |
| Iron Pit & Barber Kit | 75-600 | Always | Building materials |
| Beaded Clothing | 550 | Post Bronze Chest | Stamina reduction |
| Basic Fireworks | 50 | Post Bronze Chest | Fireworks creation |
| Shawl Clothing | 450 | Post Silver Chest | Stamina reduction |
| Simple Clothing (2) | 350 | Post Brass Chest | Stamina reduction |
| Harvest Clothing | 550 | Post Brass Chest | Farming skill bonus |
The Bog Witch (Swamp Merchant)
The Bog Witch, located in the Swamp biome, is the most challenging merchant to find, spawning between 3000m and 8000m from the world center. Her cauldron icon appears on the map when nearby. The Valheim World Generator is highly recommended. She offers crafting ingredients for new foods and meads.
The Bog Witch's Inventory (Partial - Shows Item Categories and Availability)
The Bog Witch's inventory expands with boss defeats. The table below highlights item categories and availability:
| Item Category | Cost Range | Availability | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crafting Ingredients (Basic) | 75-125 | Always | Various crafting recipes |
| Serving Tray | 140 | Always | Feast consumption |
| Crafting Ingredients (Bosses) | 120-200 | Post-Boss Defeat (Elder, Moder, Yagluth, Fader, Queen, Serpent) | Various advanced crafting recipes |
Remember to build portals near each merchant for easy return trips. Happy trading!
