How to Get Obsidian in Valheim
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As players explore the massive, procedurally-generated world of and begin to encounter new resources and tougher enemies, they will requirestronger, more durable weapons and tools. Some stronger items, like the Iron Sword or Bronze Axe, can be made with metals. However, some items, including most of the best arrows currently available require a different material to craft: Obsidian. Obsidian is a strong variety of stone, and, to mine it, players are going to need to wait until they find Iron.
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Due to its strength, only an Iron Pickaxe or better can help players extract Obsidian, so players will need to wait until later in the game to mine it. Obsidian is also very rare in the wilderness of and only available in the Mountains biome. It is easy to see, however, as the dark stone contrasts well with the white snow. Obsidian is used to craft Frost Arrows, Obsidian Arrows, and Poison Arrows. Here's how to find, mine, and use Obsidian in Valheim.
Before players set out for Obsidian, they will need to make some preparations first. Players are going to need to build a Smelter, Charcoal Kiln, and Forge first. The Smelter will help turn metal ore, including Scrap Iron, into pure Iron bars that can be used in crafting. The Charcoal Kiln makes Coal, which is required to run the Smelter and the Forge. The Forge will allow players to craft using metals.
Players will need to gather Iron next. They will need todefeat the second boss, The Elder, and get the Swamp Key, then travel to the Swamp biome and use the key to enter Sunken Crypts.
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