Bosses

The world of Valheim is filled with powerful bosses that guard each biome, presenting unique challenges and valuable rewards. Defeating these bosses is essential to progress and unlock new crafting materials and abilities. Below is an overview of each boss, their biome, and a link to detailed guides covering their strengths, weaknesses, and strategies for victory.

Eikthyr

Biome: Meadows
A colossal stag infused with lightning, Eikthyr is the first challenge that tests your combat skills with electrical attacks and charges.
Learn about how to defeat Eikthyr

The Elder

Biome: Black Forest
A towering tree-like being that commands roots and ranged attacks, The Elder requires precise movement and fire-based tactics to defeat.
Learn about how to defeat The Elder

Bonemass

Biome: Swamp
A massive sludge of bones and poison, Bonemass can overwhelm with toxic clouds and summoning minions. Prepare with poison resistance and blunt weapons.

Learn about how to defeat Bonemass

Moder

Biome: Mountains
An ice-breathing dragon with powerful aerial and ground attacks. Overcoming Moder requires frost resistance and accurate ranged attacks.

Learn about how to defeat Moder

Yagluth

Biome: Plains
A giant skeletal figure wielding fire and meteor attacks, Yagluth’s powerful area-of-effect abilities demand careful positioning and strong armor.

Learn about how to defeat Yagluth

Fader

Biome: Ashlands
A massive undead dragon that slams his enemies, cleaves with swiping attacks, and fire breath as well.

Learn about how to summon and defeat Fader