How do you craft a Porcupine mace and what materials are required?

The Porcupine mace is one of the most powerful blunt weapons in Valheim, ideal for dealing with heavily armored enemies like Fulings and Lox. To craft this weapon, you must first unlock its recipe by gathering specific materials and progressing through the game''s biomes. The Porcupine requires a level 4 Forge to craft, so ensure your Forge is fully upgraded before attempting to make it.\n\nTo craft the Porcupine, you will need the following materials: 5 Fine Wood, 20 Iron, 10 Needles, and 5 Linen Thread. Fine Wood can be obtained by chopping down Birch or Oak trees in the Meadows or Black Forest biomes. Iron is mined from Muddy Scrap Piles in the Swamp biome, which requires a Wishbone (dropped by Bonemass) or a lot of exploration to locate. Needles are dropped by Deathsquitos in the Plains biome, while Linen Thread is crafted from Flax, which is also found in the Plains.\n\nTo gather Iron, you must first defeat The Elder, the second boss, to obtain the Swamp Key. This key allows you to access Sunken Crypts in the Swamp, where Muddy Scrap Piles are found. Smelt the Scrap Iron in a Smelter to produce Iron bars. For Needles, venture into the Plains biome and hunt Deathsquitos. These enemies are fast and deadly, so bring a bow or a shield to block their attacks. Flax, used to craft Linen Thread, grows in Fuling villages in the Plains. Harvest it and process it at a Spinning Wheel.\n\nOnce you have all the materials, head to your Forge. Ensure it is upgraded to level 4 by adding a Forge Cooler, Forge Toolrack, and Forge Bellows. These upgrades require additional materials like Copper, Fine Wood, and Leather Scraps. With the Forge ready, open the crafting menu and select the Porcupine. Crafting it will consume the required materials, and you will have a powerful mace ready for combat.\n\nThe Porcupine deals both blunt and piercing damage, making it versatile against a variety of enemies. Its high damage output and knockback effect make it particularly effective against groups of enemies or tough foes like Fuling Berserkers. However, its slow attack speed means you need to time your strikes carefully. Pair it with a strong shield to block incoming attacks while waiting for the right moment to strike.\n\nFor new players, the Plains biome can be extremely dangerous. Deathsquitos and Fulings pose a significant threat, so approach with caution. Bring high-tier armor, such as Wolf Armor or Padded Armor, and stock up on healing mead. For experienced Vikings, the Porcupine is a must-have weapon for tackling late-game content like Moder or Yagluth. Its dual damage types make it a reliable choice for any situation.\n\nIn summary, crafting the Porcupine mace requires preparation, exploration, and resource gathering across multiple biomes. Focus on upgrading your Forge, gathering Iron from the Swamp, and harvesting Flax and Needles from the Plains. With this weapon in hand, you''ll be well-equipped to face Valheim''s toughest challenges.