How do I use the Longship to transport tamed animals?

Transporting tamed animals in Valheim using the Longship is a challenging but rewarding task that requires careful planning and execution. The Longship is the largest and most durable ship in the game, making it ideal for transporting animals across long distances. However, animals cannot simply be placed on the ship like items. Instead, you must guide them onto the ship and secure them to prevent them from falling overboard or escaping.\n\nTo begin, you will need to craft a Longship. This requires 100 Iron Nails, 40 Fine Wood, 10 Deer Hide, and 40 Resin. Fine Wood is obtained from Birch and Oak trees in the Meadows or Black Forest, while Iron Nails are crafted from Iron at a Forge. Deer Hide is dropped by Deer, and Resin is collected from Greydwarfs or Pine Trees. Once you have the materials, craft the Longship at a level 3 Workbench near a body of water.\n\nBefore attempting to transport animals, ensure you have tamed them. Taming requires building a pen and feeding the animals their preferred food. For example, Boars eat Mushrooms, Carrots, or Berries, while Wolves prefer Raw Meat. Once tamed, animals will follow you, but they cannot swim or climb onto the ship on their own. You will need to build a ramp or use terrain to guide them onto the Longship.\n\nTo load animals onto the Longship, position the ship close to the shore and create a ramp using Wooden Beams or Planks. Lead the animal up the ramp and onto the ship. Be patient, as animals may take time to follow you. Once on board, you can use fences or walls to create a temporary enclosure on the ship to prevent the animal from wandering off. However, avoid blocking the mast or rudder, as this will prevent you from sailing.\n\nSailing with animals requires caution. Rough seas or storms can cause the animal to fall overboard, so avoid sailing during bad weather. Stick to calmer waters and keep the ship steady. If the animal does fall into the water, it will swim back to shore, so you may need to retrieve it and try again. To minimize risks, consider transporting animals during the day and in clear weather.\n\nUpon reaching your destination, carefully guide the animal off the ship using another ramp. Ensure the new location has a suitable pen and food supply to keep the animal happy and tamed. If you are transporting multiple animals, repeat the process one at a time to avoid confusion or accidents.\n\nA common challenge is transporting Wolves, as they are faster and more aggressive than other animals. To manage this, use a Harpoon to pull the Wolf onto the ship. The Harpoon is crafted with 8 Fine Wood, 30 Leather Scraps, and 3 Bronze at a Forge. Once the Wolf is on board, secure it with fences or walls to prevent it from attacking you or falling off.\n\nIn summary, transporting tamed animals with the Longship involves crafting the ship, building ramps, and carefully guiding the animals on board. Secure them with fences, avoid rough seas, and plan your route carefully. With patience and preparation, you can successfully relocate your tamed animals to new biomes or bases.