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

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 having access to a level 3 Forge.\n\nTo begin, 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 Mountain 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.\n\nOnce you have gathered all the materials, you must upgrade your Forge to level 3. This requires crafting and placing additional Forge upgrades, such as the Forge Cooler, Forge Bellows, and Anvils. These upgrades are crafted using materials like Fine Wood, Bronze, and Iron. Ensure your Forge is fully upgraded before attempting to craft Frostner, as the recipe will not appear otherwise.\n\nAfter upgrading your Forge, open the crafting menu and locate Frostner under the Weapons tab. If you have all the required materials, you can craft it immediately. Frostner is particularly useful in the Swamp and Plains biomes, as its frost damage slows enemies, giving you an advantage in combat. Its blunt damage also makes it effective against skeletons and other undead enemies.\n\nOne common challenge players face is locating Silver in the Mountains. To efficiently find Silver, ensure you have defeated Bonemass and obtained the Wishbone. Equip the Wishbone and explore the Mountains; 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 common threats in this biome.\n\nAnother challenge is acquiring Ymir Flesh, as Haldor the Merchant can be difficult to locate. Haldor spawns in the Black Forest, but his exact location is random. To find him, explore the Black Forest thoroughly, especially near the edges of other biomes. Once found, purchase Ymir Flesh using Coins, which can be obtained by defeating enemies or looting chests.\n\nFrostner''s frost damage is particularly effective against enemies weak to cold, such as Fulings in the Plains biome. Its slowing effect can give you the upper hand in combat, especially when facing multiple enemies. Additionally, Frostner''s durability is relatively high, making it a reliable weapon for extended exploration and combat.\n\nIn summary, crafting Frostner requires careful preparation, including gathering Ancient Bark, Silver, Ymir Flesh, and Freeze Glands, as well as upgrading your Forge to level 3. This weapon is a valuable addition to your arsenal, offering both blunt and frost damage to handle a variety of enemies. With its slowing effect and high durability, Frostner is a must-have for any Viking looking to conquer Valheim''s toughest challenges.