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.
Finding Valheim's Merchants
Valheim's merchants offer unique and valuable items, but their locations vary across each game world. 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, often found within 1500m of the world center, is the easiest merchant to locate. He resides in the Black Forest, often near Elder spawn points (indicated by glowing ruins in Burial Chambers). The World Generator provides the most efficient method for finding him. Once located, build a portal for easy access. Haldor trades for gold, readily obtained from dungeon exploration and selling gems.
Haldor's Inventory
| Item | Cost | Availability | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yule Hat | 100 Coins | Always | Cosmetic (helmet slot) |
| Dverger Circlet | 620 Coins | Always | Provides light |
| Megingjord | 950 Coins | Always | +150 carry weight |
| Fishing Rod | 350 Coins | Always | Fishing |
| Fishing Bait (20) | 10 Coins | Always | Fishing rod consumable |
| Barrel Hoops (3) | 100 Coins | Always | Barrel construction material |
| Ymir Flesh | 120 Coins | Post-Elder | Crafting material |
| Thunder Stone | 50 Coins | Post-Elder | Obliterator construction material |
| Egg | 1500 Coins | Post-Yagluth | Obtain chickens and hens |
Hildir (Meadows Merchant)
Hildir, located in the Meadows, is more challenging to find due to her distant spawn (3000-5100m from the world center). The World Generator is highly recommended. A T-shirt icon appears on the map when within 300-400m. Hildir offers clothing with stamina reduction buffs and quests that reward access to additional inventory items. These quests involve locating lost chests in various biomes (Black Forest, Mountains, Plains).
Hildir's Inventory
(Note: Many items are unlocked after completing Hildir's quests. Only a selection is shown here for brevity. See the original text for the complete inventory.)
| Item | Cost | Availability | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simple Dress Natural | 250 Coins | Always | -20% Stamina use |
| Simple Tunic Natural | 250 Coins | Always | -20% Stamina use |
| Iron Pit | 75 Coins | Always | Firepit Iron construction material |
| Beaded Dress Brown | 550 Coins | Post-Quest | -20% Stamina use |
| Harvest Tunic | 550 Coins | Post-Quest | +25 Farming Skill (set bonus) |
The Bog Witch (Swamp Merchant)
The Bog Witch, located in the Swamp biome, is the most difficult merchant to find (3000-8000m from the world center). Her Cauldron icon appears on the map when nearby. The World Generator is highly recommended. She offers items for crafting new foods and meads.
Bog Witch's Inventory
(Note: Many items are unlocked after defeating various bosses. Only a selection is shown here for brevity. See the original text for the complete inventory.)
| Item | Cost | Availability | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candle Wick (50) | 100 Coins | Always | Resin Candle construction material |
| Love Potion (5) | 110 Coins | Always | Increases Troll spawn rate |
| Ivy Seed (3) | 65 Coins | Always | Decorative Ivy plant |
| Woodland Herb Blend (5) | 120 Coins | Post-Elder | Various food crafting |
| Scythe Handle | 200 Coins | Post-Moder | Scythe construction material |
Remember to build portals near each merchant for convenient return trips. Happy trading!
