Fimbulwinter
A veteran's Valheim modpack: tuned for challenging multiplayer with deeper combat, loot, creatures, magic, and QoL.
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| Dependency string | ibfleming-Fimbulwinter-1.6.0 |
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This mod requires the following mods to function
denikson-BepInExPack_Valheim
BepInEx pack for Valheim. Preconfigured with the correct entry point for mods and preferred defaults for the community.
Preferred version: 5.4.2333
ValheimModding-Jotunn
Jötunn (/ˈjɔːtʊn/, 'giant'), the Valheim Library was created with the goal of making the lives of mod developers easier. It enables you to create mods for Valheim using an abstracted API so you can focus on the actual content creation.
Preferred version: 2.27.1
ValheimModding-JsonDotNET
Shared version 13.0.3 of Json.NET from Newtonsoft, net45 package for use in Valheim mods. Maintained by the ValheimModding team.
Preferred version: 13.0.4
ValheimModding-YamlDotNet
Shared version 16.3.0 of YamlDotNet from Antoine Aubry and contributors, net47 package for use in Valheim mods. Maintained by the ValheimModding team.
Preferred version: 16.3.1
MSchmoecker-StartupHotfix
Fixes issues with Valheim's 0.221.10 update by setting the correct DistributionPlatform earlier
Preferred version: 0.1.0
shudnal-ConfigurationManager
Localized, recolored, refined. Split view mode. Config files editor. Setting edit window. Changed values are highlighted. Prevent user input or pause the game while window is open. Window scale depends on game scale.
Preferred version: 1.1.12
JereKuusela-Server_devcommands
Enables devcommands and utilities for server admins.
Preferred version: 1.102.0
JereKuusela-Upgrade_World
A tool which can add new content to already explored areas.
Preferred version: 1.76.0
zamboni-Gungnir
A console enhancement mod that adds new commands and quality of life features.
Preferred version: 1.7.6
Smoothbrain-CreatureLevelAndLootControl
Puts YOU in control of creature level and loot!
Preferred version: 4.6.4
RandyKnapp-EpicLoot
Adds loot drops, magic items, and enchanting to Valheim.
Preferred version: 0.12.11
JewelHeim-EpicLoot_Therzie
Patches made for Therzies mods, Warfare+, Monstrum+, Wizardry and Armory.
Preferred version: 2.1.1
Therzie-Warfare
Fills the weapon and shields gap in vanilla Valheim and with MANY new weapons and unique extras!
Preferred version: 1.8.9
Therzie-WarfareFireAndIce
Extends the Warfare end game content for the Deep North biome.
Preferred version: 2.0.8
Therzie-Armory
Adds the Armory forge that offers new variants of original armors that upgrade to the next biome.
Preferred version: 1.3.1
Therzie-Monstrum
Adds new monsters and mini-bosses to fight and tame for original Valheim up till Mistlands.
Preferred version: 1.5.1
Therzie-MonstrumDeepNorth
Adds new monsters to fight and tame, locations and new forsaken bosses for the Deep North biome
Preferred version: 2.0.6
Therzie-Wizardry
Fills the magical gap in vanilla Valheim with MANY unique extras!
Preferred version: 1.1.8
ASharpPen-Custom_Raids
Customize raid events, override existing, extend with your own raids.
Preferred version: 1.8.1
ASharpPen-This_Goes_Here
Small mod for mod authors to run file operations in bepinex folders.
Preferred version: 2.1.2
ASharpPen-Spawn_That
Advanced tool for customizing mob spawners throughout the world with configuration files.
Preferred version: 1.2.18
Soloredis-RtDOcean
Overhauls the Ocean: Adds Sea monsters, friendly mirmaids that will protect you and sing like a siren, 1 boss summon, vegatation, lost treasures, & locations.
Preferred version: 1.5.2
Soloredis-RtDDungeons
8 fully randomized dungeons. There is 1 dungeon per biome. Special loot can be farmed from these dungeons. Adds custom recipes to RtDItems & RtDMagic.
Preferred version: 1.0.0
Soloredis-RtDHorrors
Horror themed monsters that only spawn at night. Zombies, Demons, and Abominations from Hell. Spawns in all biomes including DeepNorth.
Preferred version: 0.4.9
Soloredis-RtDMonsters
Fae Spirits, Elfs, Bosses, Locations & Tameables. Drops loot required for gear unlocks in AshLands & DeepNorth via RtDItems/RtDMagic.
Preferred version: 2.2.8
Soloredis-RtDMonstrum
Multiple fantasy themed monsters & bosses for each biome up to Mistlands. Drops loot used for RtDMagic, RtDAdditions & RtDItems
Preferred version: 0.8.1
warpalicious-Forbidden_Catacombs
Adds a new Swamp dungeon with randomly generated layouts and vanilla-friendly progression.
Preferred version: 1.0.2
warpalicious-More_World_Locations_AIO
Adds 153 new POI locations with traders, ports, puzzles, and shrines to enhance Valheim's world exploration.
Preferred version: 4.2.0
Marlthon-OdinShip
Add to your game the most beautiful and functional boats, in all there are 7 boats in the cargo and war categories.
Preferred version: 0.7.4
HappyDragoon-DragoonCapes
Adds new capes with unique effects and revamps the vanilla ones
Preferred version: 1.3.5
OdinPlus-OdinHorse
Horse mount and new items! You can tame it, You can ride it, You can attach the Horse Cart, You can breed it, Add armor to your horse!
Preferred version: 1.5.8
blacks7ar-CookingAdditions
Adds 23 new foods that you can cook and prepare, 2 pickable food/ingredient, 1 resource that you can mine, 3 cooking station, 2 new processing station and new way of making foods.
Preferred version: 1.3.1
Korppis-ReliableBlock
Makes blocking and parrying more reliable and logical.
Preferred version: 1.0.0
blacks7ar-Agility
A simple skill mod that increases your attack speed, walk speed, run speed and jump force as the skill levels up.
Preferred version: 1.1.7
blacks7ar-Endurance
A simple skill mod that increases your stamina and stamina regen as the skill levels up.
Preferred version: 1.1.1
Searica-SkilledCarryWeight
Configurable increase to max carry weight based on skill level per skill. Also adds a quick attach/detach feature to carts and can allow increasing your max carry weight to make carts easier to pull.
Preferred version: 1.4.1
Smoothbrain-SmartSkills
Improves various aspects regarding the skills in the game.
Preferred version: 1.0.2
Smoothbrain-Tenacity
Adds a skill that reduces damage taken. Skill increases by taking damage.
Preferred version: 1.0.4
BetterUI_ForeverMaintained-BetterUI_ForeverMaintained
BetterUI once again fixed up for the masses. This time, it won't be abandoned.
Preferred version: 2.5.9
RustyMods-Seasonality
Dynamic seasons by altering textures and colors, providing an immersive environmental experience that changes with time.
Preferred version: 3.7.9
Willybach-Willybachs_HD_Seasonality
High Definition textures for Rusty's Seasonality mod, to work with Willybach's HD Valheim mod
Preferred version: 3.5.6
Neobotics-HUDCompass
A Heads Up Display compass with map pins and dynamic markers for Ships, Carts and Portals
Preferred version: 1.1.7
shudnal-GammaOfNightLights
Control luminance, moonlight and sunlight intensity, fog density and day/night length. Ambient light tweaks.
Preferred version: 1.0.8
Vapok-AdventureBackpacks
A Valheim Mod to add a catalogue of Adventuring Backpacks to the Game. These packs will grow and become more useful as the game progresses.
Preferred version: 1.9.10
Azumatt-AzuExtendedPlayerInventory
AzuEPI (Extended Player Inventory) is a comprehensive inventory expansion mod that adds more rows to inventory, equipment slots, quick slots, vanity customization, and loadout management to Valheim. Controller friendly.
Preferred version: 2.3.7
Azumatt-AzuCraftyBoxes
AzuCraftyBoxes is a Valheim mod that allows players to access and use resources from nearby containers when crafting and building, based on a configurable range and item restrictions. Restrictions are controlled by the yaml file Azumatt.AzuCraftyBoxes.yml
Preferred version: 1.8.13
Azumatt-AzuAutoStore
Automatically store and deposit items from your inventory or ground into nearby chests and containers. Chest management, hotkey support, quick stack, auto-pickup, favorites, ItemDrawers, backpacks, WardIsLove, ward protection.
Preferred version: 3.0.14
Azumatt-AzuContainerSizes
Standalone mod that allows you to change the size of containers in the game. Supports custom containers.
Preferred version: 1.1.4
Azumatt-AAA_Crafting
AzuAnti-ArthriticCrafting. Gives you an input field to enter the amount of items you want to craft, a search filter feature, and recipe tracking. Controller friendly, with virtual keyboard.
Preferred version: 2.1.6
Azumatt-Recycle_N_Reclaim
A mod that allows you to recycle items back into resources used to make them. Adds a 'Reclaim' tab/button to the crafting menu. Additionally can be used inside of your inventory directly.
Preferred version: 1.3.10
Azumatt-AzuHoverStats
It shows information on things when you hover over them. What else is there to say?
Preferred version: 1.1.9
Goldenrevolver-Quick_Stack_Store_Sort_Trash_Restock
Quick Stacking, Sorting, Trashing and more in one cohesive package
Preferred version: 1.4.13
Azumatt-PetPantry
Mod to automatically feed tamed animals from nearby containers, ensuring your pets stay happy and healthy without manual intervention.
Preferred version: 1.0.5
Azumatt-SaveCrossbowState
Client mod that will save the state of the crossbow when you switch weapons (or otherwise unequip the crossbow). Meaning, if it was loaded, it will be loaded when you switch back to it.
Preferred version: 1.0.2
blacks7ar-LazyVikings
A mod that automates your Kilns, Smelters, BlastFurnaces, SpinningWheels, Windmills, Beehives, SapCollectors, Fermenters, EitrRefineries, HotTubs, CookingStations, Ovens, Fire pits and other light sources.
Preferred version: 1.2.3
Digitalroot-Eternal_Fire
Keeps fires lit and burning without needing to fuel them.
Preferred version: 1.0.17
Nextek-SpeedyPaths
Gives more purpose to paths. Increases player speed on paths and constructions. Reduces stamina consumed while sprinting on paths. Exposes optional modifiers for regular terrain in each biome. All values are tuneable.
Preferred version: 1.0.9
RandomSteve-BreatheEasy
Removes smoke, dust, camera effects (heat wave in ashlands), and keeps things lit so you can breathe easy. Azumatt's NoDust series is included in this mod.
Preferred version: 1.0.5
Searica-CameraTweaks
Client-side mod that lets you change the field of view and set the maximum distance you can zoom out to when on foot or in a boat.
Preferred version: 1.3.1
OdinPlus-TeleportEverything
This mod adds extra excitement and functionality to the portal system. Teleport wolves, boars, loxes and other allies. Transport ores, ingots, carts and even take enemies with you, or block players teleporting when enemies are nearby.
Preferred version: 2.9.1
Searica-AdvancedTerrainModifiers
Quality of life building mod that improves how terrain manipulation with the hoe and cultivator works and adds new terrain manipulation tools.
Preferred version: 1.4.1
JoelOliMclean-NoRainDamage
Rain will no longer damage structures that have no roof. Now configurable for what gets damaged!
Preferred version: 1.2.4
Advize-PlantEverything
Allows your cultivator to plant berry bushes, thistle, dandelions, mushrooms, previously unavailable tree types, and other decorative flora. Includes many other miscellaneous features (see description). Highly configurable with localization support.
Preferred version: 1.20.0
Advize-PlantEasily
Allows you to plant evenly spaced crops, either one at a time or in any amount of rows and columns, with grid snapping features and invalid crop placement prevention. Harvest in bulk and optionally auto replant crops. Configurable and supports gamepad.
Preferred version: 2.0.3
Smoothbrain-Sailing
Adds a skill that increases the health of ships, sailing speed and exploration radius while sailing.
Preferred version: 1.1.8
Marlthon-SeaAnimals
Give life to Valheim’s oceans with dangerous creatures, rideable marine beasts, and true ocean exploration. The sea is no longer empty.
Preferred version: 0.3.4
Huntardys-EpicValheimsAdditions
Enhances Valheim's biomes by introducing a plethora of new features, including Vegetation, Mobs, Weapons, Boss Altars, and Mini-bosses meticulously integrated into the Mistlands, Deepnorth, and Ashlands. EVA , Epic Valheim Additions , EpicValheimAdditions
Preferred version: 2.1.2
Azumatt-TrueInstantLootDrop
Instantly drops the loot where the character dies, not where the ragdoll ends up. Ultimately, the same effect as InstantMonsterLootDrop with less overhead.
Preferred version: 1.0.3
shudnal-TradersExtended
Trader specific buy and sell items lists. Store UI with sell list, filter and repair button. Gamepad support. Trader use coins. Markups and discounts.
Preferred version: 1.3.12
JereKuusela-Structure_Tweaks
Changes the game logic to allow invisible, invulnerable, non-colliding, non-interactable or untargetable objects. Also allow overriding visual wear and plant growth.
Preferred version: 1.35.0
Azumatt-MyPitsDontLeak
Prevents the memory leak on vanilla tarpits by overriding and fixing the methods in the LiquidVolume component that causes it.
Preferred version: 1.0.0
blacks7ar-WieldEquipmentWhileSwimming
A simple mod that lets you wield your equipments while swimming/diving or in water (Configurable).
Preferred version: 1.1.3
Horem-MushroomMonsters
Adds two Boss monster's and a variety of monster Mushroom's and Spore's
Preferred version: 1.0.2
MSchmoecker-MultiUserChest
Allows multiple players to interact with the same chest at the same time
Preferred version: 0.6.1
MSchmoecker-TimeoutLimit
Increases the timeout while connecting to a server to avoid disconnecting too early
Preferred version: 0.2.0
MSchmoecker-LocalizationCache
A small mod that caches localization loading, which can help improve startup performance and reduce possible connection timeouts
Preferred version: 0.3.0
Searica-NetworkTweaks
Increases data transfer rate for networking and lets you configure how many peers to send data to each update tick.
Preferred version: 0.1.5
VentureValheim-Venture_Logout_Tweaks
Saves and applies some status effects (such as Rested) from your last logout.
Preferred version: 0.6.0
Smoothbrain-Mining
Adds a skill that increases damage dealt while mining and item yield from ore deposits.
Preferred version: 1.1.6
Smoothbrain-Resurrection
Lets you open a portal to hell, to drag your friends back into the world of the living.
Preferred version: 1.0.13
Smoothbrain-ServerCharacters
Saves your character on the server, instead of your computer, to prevent you from messing with it.
Preferred version: 1.4.16
Smoothbrain-Foraging
Adds a skill that increases item yield while foraging and makes berries and mushrooms respawn faster.
Preferred version: 1.0.10
Smoothbrain-Farming
Adds a skill that makes crops grow faster and increases item yield for harvesting crops.
Preferred version: 2.2.2
Radamanto-Bestiary
Addition of new creatures with customizable spawn, biome, damage, and behavior attributes.
Preferred version: 1.1.4
Smoothbrain-Evasion
Adds a skill that reduces the stamina usage of dodging.
Preferred version: 1.0.4
Smoothbrain-Lumberjacking
Replaces the wood cutting skill with a Lumberjacking skill.
Preferred version: 1.0.6
Smoothbrain-Building
Adds a skill that increases the health of pieces built by you.
Preferred version: 1.2.6
Smoothbrain-Blacksmithing
Adds a skill that increases the durability of armor and weapons and other perks for blacksmithing.
Preferred version: 1.3.3
Searica-ProjectileTweaks
A lightweight gameplay mod that lets you customize how firing projectiles works. Allows customization of bows, crossbows, spears, bombs, and staffs. Uses Jotunn to sync configurations if the mod is installed on the server.
Preferred version: 1.6.0
shudnal-CircletExtended
Customize circlet light. Every circlet preserve its own state. Upgrade circlet to have new features: putting on top, overload and demister.
Preferred version: 1.1.9
nbusseneau-Better_Cartography_Table
Allows precise control over sharing pins and map exploration via cartography tables. Supports private pins, public pins, and guild pins. Supports NoMap runs, giving cartography tables a purpose in NoMap. Translations available.
Preferred version: 0.8.1
VentureValheim-Venture_Floating_Items
Makes previously sinkable items float on water, or floating items sinkable. Configurable.
Preferred version: 0.3.3
Azumatt-AzuWorkbenchTweaks
A mod that changes some behaviour of workbenches.
Preferred version: 1.0.5
Azumatt-ChangelogEditor
A simple mod that allows you to change the changelog text at the main menu, or hide it entirely.
Preferred version: 1.0.9
bdew-QuickConnect
Adds a quick connect window with a configurable list of servers, no more dealing with steam's buggy favorites widow and entering passwords.
Preferred version: 1.7.0README
Fimbulwinter - A Veteran's Valheim Modpack
Tuned for veteran multiplayer. No shortcuts, no cheese -- just deeper Valheim.
Fimbulwinter is a curated modpack of many mods designed for experienced players returning to Valheim in a multiplayer group. Every mod has been hand-picked, configured, and balance-tested to enhance combat, exploration, visuals, and quality of life -- without betraying the core spirit of Valheim.
Design Principles
- Preserve the Spirit of Valheim -- No flying, no teleport-cheese, no game-breaking shortcuts. Progression still requires biome exploration and earned power.
- Reward Skill & Mastery -- New content rewards experienced players with meaningful choices, deeper combat, and harder-earned victories.
- Depth Over Breadth -- Each mod adds genuine depth, not just volume. Quality over quantity.
- Multiplayer-First -- Every mod works on dedicated servers. Role specialization and group play are enhanced.
- Actively Maintained -- All mods are confirmed working with the current Valheim version.
What's Included
Difficulty & Loot (3 mods)
- CreatureLevelAndLootControl -- Hard difficulty, 5-star creatures, biome-scaling sectors
- EpicLoot -- Diablo-style magic/rare/epic/legendary loot with enchanting
- EpicLoot_Therzie -- Bridge patch integrating EpicLoot with all Therzie content
Content: Weapons, Armor & Magic (4 mods)
- Warfare -- 200+ new weapons across all biome tiers
- WarfareFireAndIce -- Deep North endgame weapons
- Armory -- New armor sets with set bonuses
- Wizardry -- Full magic system with staves, spells, and elemental damage
Content: Creatures & World (14 mods)
- Monstrum + Deep North -- 100+ new creatures across every biome
- RtD Suite (Ocean, Dungeons, Horrors, Monsters, Monstrum) -- Massive world expansion with sea creatures, procedural dungeons, night horrors, and fantasy monsters
- Fee Fi Fo Fum -- Giants roaming across biomes
- EpicValheimsAdditions -- Mistlands, DeepNorth, and Ashlands content expansion
- Bestiary -- 30+ new creatures (Crocodiles, Scorpions, Panthers, etc.)
- MushroomMonsters -- Mushroom-themed creatures across biomes
- Custom Raids -- Configurable raid events with custom creature spawns
- Forbidden Catacombs -- Handcrafted swamp dungeon with bosses
- More World Locations AIO -- 153 new points of interest
Content: Ships, Mounts, Equipment & Cooking (6 mods)
- OdinShip -- 14 new ships and boats
- SeaAnimals -- Ocean creatures and rideable marine beasts
- OdinHorse -- Tameable horses with saddles and armor
- DragoonCapes -- 20+ capes with unique combat effects
- CircletExtended -- Dverger circlet upgrades with light, demister, and overload
- CookingAdditions -- 23 new foods and cooking stations
Combat & Progression (18 mods)
- Headshots + BetterArchery + ReliableBlock -- Deeper, more rewarding ranged and melee combat
- DualWield -- Dual-wield weapons with offhand skill progression
- ShieldBash -- Shield bash attack for melee combat depth
- ProjectileTweaks -- Improved arrow and projectile physics
- Agility + Endurance + Tenacity + SmartSkills -- Movement, stamina, stagger, and skill recovery progression
- Evasion -- Dodge/evasion skill that rewards combat timing
- Lumberjacking + Building + Blacksmithing -- Woodcutting, construction, and crafting skills
- Mining + Farming + Foraging -- Resource gathering scales with skill
- SkilledCarryWeight -- Carry weight scales with skill levels
Visual & Atmosphere (8 mods)
- Seasonality + HD Seasonality -- Dynamic 4-season system with HD textures
- GammaOfNightLights -- Darker, moodier nights
- HUDCompass -- Map-pin compass with dynamic markers
- BetterUI -- Enemy HP bars, XP tracking, skill display
- CameraTweaks -- FOV and zoom distance adjustments
- BreatheEasy -- Removes annoying smoke and dust screen effects
- Scenic -- Client-side visual scene tools
Quality of Life (32 mods)
- Extended Inventory + CraftyBoxes + AutoStore + ContainerSizes + ItemDrawers -- Inventory overhaul
- Quick Stack + Recycle + AAA Crafting + HoverStats -- Streamlined crafting with item details
- AdventureBackpacks -- Tiered backpacks with biome-specific perks
- LazyVikings + Eternal Fire + PetPantry -- Automation for smelters, fires, and animal feeding
- PlantEverything + PlantEasily -- Advanced farming with grid planting and bulk harvest
- SpeedyPaths + TeleportEverything -- Movement QoL (ore teleport with 10% transport tax)
- MissingPieces + NoRainDamage + Structure Tweaks + MyPitsDontLeak -- Building improvements
- AdvancedTerrainModifiers -- Improved hoe and cultivator tools
- TrueInstantLootDrop -- Loot drops instantly at creature death location
- TradersExtended -- Expanded trader UI with sell lists and economy
- WieldEquipmentWhileSwimming -- Use equipment while swimming
- AzuWorkbenchTweaks -- Auto-repair items at workbenches
- Venture Floating Items -- Items float on water instead of sinking
- QuickConnect -- Quick connect window with configurable server list
- ChangelogEditor -- Customize or hide the main menu changelog
- SaveCrossbowState + StumpsAreOneHp + ShutUp -- Small polish fixes
Sailing (2 mods)
- Sailing Skill + SailingSpeed -- Ship speed, health, and exploration scale with skill
Multiplayer & Server (5 mods)
- ServerCharacters -- Server-side character saves with encryption
- Resurrection -- Resurrect dead players with configurable cost
- MultiUserChest -- Multiple players access chests simultaneously
- BetterCartographyTable -- Better map sharing with public/guild pin modes
- Venture Logout Tweaks -- Preserves status effects across logout (no combat-logging)
Network & Performance (4 mods)
- LeanNet + NetworkTweaks -- Network optimization for smoother multiplayer
- TimeoutLimit -- Prevents disconnects during heavy loading
- LocalizationCache -- Faster game startup
Admin Tools (4 mods)
- ConfigurationManager + Server Devcommands + Gungnir -- Full server admin toolkit
- Upgrade_World -- Console commands for regenerating world zones (used for mod migration)
Plus 5 framework libraries (BepInEx, Jotunn, etc.) and 3 spawn/drop infrastructure mods that run invisibly in the background.
Key Configuration Highlights
All mods have been individually configured for balanced veteran multiplayer:
- Difficulty: Hard mode, 5-star creatures, HP +50%/player scaling, elemental infusions
- Loot: Balanced preset, 80% unidentified drops, boss trophies per nearby player
- Ore Teleporting: Enabled with 10% transport tax (vanilla spirit preserved)
- Seasons: 4-hour real-time cycles with gameplay modifiers (Winter is harsh, Fall boosts damage)
- Night Danger: Darker nights (0.65 luminance) + horror spawns
- Death Penalty: No skill loss on death for mod skills; 75% vanilla skill recovery via SmartSkills
- Sailing: Skill-based speed/health/exploration bonuses, raft gets 2x boost
- Raids: ~Every 2 hours of play (36min interval, 30% chance)
Installation
With r2modman / Thunderstore Mod Manager
- Open r2modman and select Valheim
- Search for Fimbulwinter in the online mods tab
- Click Install with dependencies
- Click Start modded to launch
Server Setup
This modpack is designed for dedicated server multiplayer. The server needs all gameplay mods but NOT the client-only visual/UI mods.
Client-only mods (server does not need):
- HD Seasonality textures, HUDCompass, CameraTweaks, BetterUI
- GammaOfNightLights, Scenic, ChangelogEditor, QuickConnect
All other mods should be installed on both client and server.
Note: In the future, I will be curating an easy server installation.
Version History
See CHANGELOG.md for full version history.
Links
- Source: GitHub
- Thunderstore: Fimbulwinter
