Boss Prep Checklist

Gear up before every boss fight. Check off your weapons, food, potions and arena setup.

Eikthyr

The Stag of Lightning

MeadowsBeginner500 HP

Not Ready0/10 items

Summon2 Deer Trophies

WeaknessSpirit (no early weapons deal it though)

ResistanceImmune to Stagger

Forsaken PowerRun/Jump/Swim stamina -60%

Strategy

Circle-strafe and dodge his charge attacks. Use terrain and trees for cover against the lightning beam. His stomp is short-range -- back away when he rears up. A simple fight if you keep moving.

Gear0/4

WeaponFlint SpearBest early DPSRequiredWeapon AltCrude Bow + Fire ArrowsSafe ranged optionShieldWood ShieldCan block antler swipeRequiredArmorLeather Armor SetFull set recommendedRequired

Food (3 Slots)0/3

Cooked Meat35 HP, 10 StaminaGrilled Neck Tail25 HP, 8 StaminaHoney8 HP, 35 Stamina

Arena Setup0/3

Clear trees around the altar for visibilityPlace a Workbench nearby for emergency repairsSet a Campfire for the Rested bonus before the fight

Rewards

Eikthyr trophyHard antler x3Run/Jump/Swim stamina -60%

Boss stats and strategies sourced from the Valheim Wiki. Gear recommendations are suggestions -- adapt to your playstyle.

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