How do you craft a Frostner and what materials are needed?

Crafting the Frostner, one of Valheim''s most powerful and versatile weapons, requires careful preparation and resource gathering. Frostner is a unique one-handed club that deals both blunt and frost damage, making it highly effective against enemies weak to these damage types, such as Draugr and Bonemass. To craft Frostner, you must first unlock the recipe by obtaining its required materials and upgrading your Forge to level 3. This weapon is a late-game item, so players should be prepared to explore dangerous biomes like the Mountains and Swamps.\n\nTo craft Frostner, you will need the following materials: 10 Ancient Bark, 30 Silver, 5 Ymir Flesh, and 5 Freeze Glands. Ancient Bark is obtained by chopping down Ancient Trees in the Swamp biome. Silver is mined from Silver Veins in the Mountains biome, but you will need a Wishbone (dropped by Bonemass) to locate these veins. Ymir Flesh is purchased from Haldor the Merchant, who spawns in the Black Forest biome. Freeze Glands are dropped by Drakes, which are flying creatures found in the Mountains biome.\n\nBefore attempting to craft Frostner, ensure you have a fully upgraded Forge. The Forge must be level 3, which requires adding a Forge Cooler, Forge Bellows, and Anvils. These upgrades are crafted using materials like Copper, Fine Wood, and Leather Scraps. Once your Forge is ready, gather all the required materials and interact with the Forge to craft Frostner. The weapon will appear in your inventory, ready to be equipped.\n\nOne common challenge players face is locating Silver in the Mountains biome. To find Silver, you must first defeat Bonemass in the Swamp biome to obtain the Wishbone. Equip the Wishbone and explore the Mountains biome; it will emit a pulsing sound and green particles when near Silver Veins. Use a Pickaxe to mine the Silver, but be cautious of Wolves and Drakes, which are aggressive enemies in this biome. Bringing Frost Resistance Mead or Wolf Armor is highly recommended to survive the cold.\n\nAnother challenge is farming Freeze Glands from Drakes. Drakes are fast and can be difficult to hit with melee weapons. Using a bow, such as the Huntsman Bow or Draugr Fang, is the most effective way to defeat them. Aim for their wings to ground them, making it easier to collect Freeze Glands. Additionally, Drakes often spawn near Dragon Eggs, so be prepared for multiple encounters.\n\nFrostner''s unique combination of blunt and frost damage makes it a top-tier weapon for both exploration and boss fights. Its frost damage slows enemies, giving you an advantage in combat. For example, Frostner is particularly effective against Bonemass, as its frost damage bypasses the boss''s resistance to physical attacks. It is also useful in the Plains biome, where it can slow down fast-moving enemies like Fulings.\n\nIn summary, crafting Frostner requires exploration of the Swamp and Mountains biomes, defeating Bonemass, and upgrading your Forge. Gather Ancient Bark, Silver, Ymir Flesh, and Freeze Glands, and ensure your Forge is level 3. Use Frostner to dominate enemies with its powerful frost and blunt damage. For new players, focus on progressing through the biomes and defeating bosses to unlock the necessary resources. Experienced Vikings can optimize their gameplay by farming materials efficiently and using Frostner to tackle late-game challenges.