Forge & Mead

resource

Iron

Swamp metal tier and long-term utility metal.

Field note

When it matters

Craft iron mace first if Bonemass is next.

Valheim swamp hut interior with a cauldron and candles
Swamp runs should be treated as prepared expeditions: poison resistance, food, portal safety, and iron goals.Official Valheim press screenshot, used with guide commentary.

Item flow

Iron unlock path

SourceSwamp
resourceIron
UnlockIron mace
Prioritycritical
Best useCraft iron mace first if Bonemass is next.
Use this flow to understand where Iron enters progression and why it matters before crafting everything else.

How to get it

Smelt scrap iron.

Unlocks or supports

  • +Iron mace
  • +Stonecutter
  • +Iron gear