How do I avoid frost damage when fighting Moder in the Mountains?
Fighting Moder, the dragon boss in Valheim''s Mountains biome, is a challenging task, especially due to the freezing weather that causes frost damage. To avoid frost damage, you need to prepare thoroughly by equipping frost-resistant gear and using consumables. Frost damage occurs when your character is exposed to cold environments without proper protection, and it can quickly drain your health during the fight.\n\nFirst, you must craft Frost Resistance Mead. This potion provides temporary frost resistance for 10 minutes, which is essential for surviving in the Mountains. To craft it, you need a Cauldron and Fermenter. The recipe requires 10 Honey, 5 Thistle, 2 Bloodbags, and 1 Greydwarf Eye. Brew the mead and let it ferment for 2 in-game days. Always carry multiple bottles to reapply the effect during the fight.\n\nNext, equip frost-resistant armor. The Wolf Armor set, crafted from Wolf Pelts, Silver, and Wolf Trophies, provides both frost resistance and high defense. To obtain Silver, you need a Wishbone, which drops from Bonemass, the Swamp biome boss. Use the Wishbone to locate Silver veins in the Mountains. Once you have the materials, craft the Wolf Armor Chest, Legs, and Cape at a Forge. The cape alone provides frost resistance, but the full set offers better protection.\n\nIf you don''t have access to Wolf Armor, the Lox Cape is a viable alternative. Crafted from Lox Pelts and Silver, it also grants frost resistance. Lox can be found in the Plains biome, so hunt them carefully. While the Lox Cape doesn''t provide as much defense as Wolf Armor, it''s a good option for players who haven''t progressed far enough to mine Silver.\n\nDuring the fight, stay mobile and avoid standing in one spot for too long. Moder''s attacks include frost breath, which deals heavy damage and slows you down. Use the terrain to your advantage by hiding behind rocks or trees to block her attacks. Keep your stamina high by consuming stamina-boosting foods like Serpent Stew, Turnip Stew, or Sausages.\n\nBring a strong bow and plenty of arrows, such as Obsidian or Needle Arrows, to deal ranged damage. Moder is weak to fire, so Fire Arrows can be effective, but they require careful aim due to her mobility. Melee weapons like the Silver Sword or Frostner are also viable if you can close the distance safely.\n\nFinally, set up a small base near the fight location with a portal, bed, and workbench. This allows you to respawn quickly if you die and repair your gear. Stockpile food, potions, and arrows in chests nearby to minimize downtime. With proper preparation and strategy, you can defeat Moder and avoid frost damage in the Mountains biome.