Valheim Merchant Locations and Inventory Guide: Find Haldor, Hildir, and the Bog Witch
Valheim's challenging world becomes significantly easier with the help of its merchants. This guide details the locations and inventories of Haldor (Black Forest), Hildir (Meadows), and the Bog Witch (Swamp). Finding them can be tricky due to procedural generation, but we'll provide strategies to help.
How to Find Haldor (Black Forest Merchant)
Haldor, often the easiest to find, spawns within a 1500m radius of the world center. He resides in the Black Forest biome. He's frequently near Elder spawn points (located by glowing ruins in Burial Chambers). For a quicker search, use the Valheim World Generator (created by wd40bomber7) to pinpoint his location based on your world seed. Once found, build a portal for easy access. Trade with him using gold, obtained from exploring dungeons and selling gems.
Black Forest Merchant Inventory
| Item | Cost | Available | 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 crafting material |
| Ymir Flesh | 120 | Post-Elder | Crafting material |
| Thunder Stone | 50 | Post-Elder | Obliterator crafting material |
| Egg | 1500 | Post-Yagluth | Obtain chickens and hens |
How to Find Hildir (Meadows Merchant)
Hildir's location in the Meadows is further from the world center than Haldor's. The Valheim World Generator is the quickest method to find her. Otherwise, search Meadows within a 3000-5100m radius from the center (spawn points are ~1000m apart). A T-shirt icon appears on the map when you're close. Build a portal after locating her.
Hildir offers clothing with stamina reduction buffs and unique quests. Complete these quests (involving finding her lost chests in various biomes) to unlock additional items in her shop.
Meadows Merchant Inventory (Partial - only showing unique items and a few examples of variations)
| Item | Cost | Available | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simple Dress Natural | 250 | Always | -20% Stamina use |
| Simple Tunic Natural | 250 | Always | -20% Stamina use |
| Iron Pit | 75 | Always | Firepit Iron crafting material |
| Beaded Dress Brown | 550 | Post-Bronze Chest | -20% Stamina use |
| Shawl Dress Brown | 450 | Post-Silver Chest | -20% Stamina use |
| Simple Dress Brown | 350 | Post-Brass Chest | -20% Stamina use |
| Harvest Tunic | 550 | Post-Brass Chest | +25 Farming Skill (set bonus) |
| Straw Hat | 300 | Post-Brass Chest | +25 Farming Skill (set bonus) |
How to Find the Bog Witch (Swamp Merchant)
The Bog Witch, located in the Swamp biome, is found between 3000m and 8000m from the world center (spawn points are ~1000m apart). Use the World Generator or look for her Cauldron icon. She offers items for cooking new foods and crafting meads. Her hut provides comfort level 3.
Swamp Merchant Inventory (Partial - only showing unique items and a few examples)
| Item | Cost | Available | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candle Wick (50) | 100 | Always | Resin Candle crafting material |
| Love Potion (5) | 110 | Always | Increases Troll spawn rate and awareness |
| Woodland Herb Blend (5) | 120 | Post-Elder | Crafting ingredient for various dishes |
| Scythe Handle | 200 | Post-Moder | Scythe crafting material |
| Grasslands Herbalist Harvest (5) | 160 | Post-Yagluth | Crafting ingredient for Plains Pie Picnic |
| Seafarer's Herbs (5) | 130 | Post-Serpent | Crafting ingredient for Sailor's Bounty |
Remember to build a portal near each merchant for easy return trips!
