How do you craft and use potions to counter poison during the Bonemass fight?

The Bonemass fight in Valheim is one of the most challenging boss battles due to its heavy reliance on poison attacks. To counter this, you need to craft and use Poison Resistance Mead, a potion that significantly reduces poison damage. This guide will walk you through the process of crafting the potion, preparing for the fight, and using it effectively during the battle.\n\nFirst, you need to unlock the Poison Resistance Mead recipe. This is done by crafting a Fermenter, which requires 30 Fine Wood, 5 Bronze, and 10 Resin. Fine Wood is obtained by chopping down Birch or Oak trees in the Meadows or Black Forest biomes. Bronze is crafted at a Forge using Copper and Tin, which are mined in the Black Forest. Resin is a common drop from Greydwarfs or by chopping down trees. Once you have the Fermenter, the Poison Resistance Mead recipe will become available.\n\nTo craft Poison Resistance Mead, you need the following ingredients: 10 Honey, 5 Thistle, 1 Neck Tail, and 10 Coal. Honey is harvested from Beehives, which can be found in abandoned structures in the Meadows or crafted using Queen Bees dropped by wild Beehives. Thistle is a glowing blue plant found in the Black Forest and Swamp biomes. Neck Tails are dropped by Necks, small lizard-like creatures found near water in the Meadows. Coal is obtained by burning Wood in a Charcoal Kiln or as a drop from Surtlings in the Swamp or Ashlands.\n\nOnce you have all the ingredients, craft the Mead Base at a Cauldron. Place the Mead Base in the Fermenter along with 10 Coal, and wait for two in-game days for the fermentation process to complete. Each batch yields six Poison Resistance Mead potions. Make sure to craft multiple batches, as you will need several potions for the Bonemass fight and other Swamp exploration.\n\nDuring the Bonemass fight, poison is your biggest threat. Bonemass constantly emits a poisonous aura and can summon poison clouds with its attacks. To counter this, drink a Poison Resistance Mead before engaging the boss. The potion lasts for 10 minutes and reduces poison damage by 75%. Keep an eye on the buff timer and reapply the potion as needed. It’s also a good idea to bring healing mead or food with high health regeneration, such as Sausages or Turnip Stew, to sustain yourself during the fight.\n\nIn addition to potions, proper gear and strategy are essential. Equip armor with high poison resistance, such as the Root Mask, which can be crafted from Ancient Bark and Guck found in the Swamp. Use a blunt weapon like a Mace or Iron Sledge, as Bonemass is weak to blunt damage. Stay mobile to avoid its melee attacks and clear any summoned enemies quickly to reduce additional damage.\n\nFor new players, it’s important to prepare thoroughly before the fight. Explore the Swamp biome to gather resources and familiarize yourself with the environment. Build a portal near the Bonemass altar to minimize travel time and ensure you have a safe respawn point. Experienced Vikings can optimize their strategy by using Frost Arrows or Frostner, a Frost-based weapon, to deal additional damage and slow Bonemass.\n\nIn summary, Poison Resistance Mead is crucial for surviving the Bonemass fight. Craft it using a Fermenter and the required ingredients, and use it strategically during the battle. Combine this with proper gear, weapons, and tactics to overcome one of Valheim’s toughest challenges. With preparation and persistence, you’ll emerge victorious against Bonemass and claim its trophy.