Creatures
As you explore the world of Valheim, you'll come across a number of different creatures. Some of these creatures are passive, and won't engage unless provoked, while others want nothing more than to make your journey more stressful. This section of IGN's walkthrough will teach you everything you need to know about the creatures of Valheim.
Passive Creature
Passive creatures are found throughout your journey, and often will run from you before engaging in combat. Below you'll find a list of every passive creature in Valheim. Click each one to learn more about it, including location, stats, and drops.
Hostile Creatures
Hostile creatures are dangerous, and will often challenge your Viking when spotted. Below you'll find a list of every hostile creature in Valheim. Click each one to learn more about it, including location, stats, and drops.
- Abomination
- Bat
- Blob
- Boar
- Bonemaw Serpent
- Charred Archer
- Charred Twitcher
- Charred Warlock
- Charred Warrior
- Cultist
- Deathsquito
- Drake
- Draugr
- Draugr Elite
- Fallen Valkyrie
- Fenring
- Fuling
- Fuling Berserker
- Fuling Shaman
- Ghost
- Gjall
- Greydwarf
- Greydwarf Brute
- Greydwarf Shaman
- Greyling
- Growth
- Lava Blob
- Leech
- Morgen
- Neck
- Oozer
- Rancid Remains
- Seeker
- Seeker Brood
- Seeker Soldier
- Serpent
- Skeleton
- Skugg
- Stone Golem
- Surtling
- Tick
- Troll
- Ulv
- Volture
- Wolf
- Wraith
The following creatures only turn hostile when provoked:
- Askvin
- Dvergr
- Lox
Bosses
Bosses in Valheim are large, legendary creatures which represent the ultimate test for your Viking. They often feature unique abilities, as well as a worthwhile reward upon defeat. Click each one to learn more about how to summon it, individual stats, drops, and more.
What Do Stars Mean in Valheim?
As you explore the various biomes in Valheim, you'll eventually come across an enemy with one or two stars next to its name. These stars are an indication of the enemy's level, and with it come some important changes.
Most enemies have different star levels ranging from 0-star (base level), 1-star, or 2-star. Each star level adds increases to their respective HP and damage output. It also increases the amount or percentage of a given item drop upon defeat.
Some enemies change color or appearance depending on their star level, signifying a difference in difficulty. While it's important to always be prepared for battle in Valheim, these more difficult enemies will consistently challenge you and ensure you stay on your toes while exploring.