Hugin

Hugin
Internal ID	Ravens
Affiliation	Odin
Physical description
Species	Bird
Gender	Male
Eye color	Light blue

Hugin is a character found in Valheim. He is a large, talking raven who provides guidance to slain Vikings that have newly arrived in the world of Valheim.

Biography

Nothing is known about Hugin beyond the fact that he is a large, male raven with the ability to speak and spontaneously appear and disappear wherever he pleases.

In Norse mythology, Hugin is one of the two named ravens along with Munin that were used to bring information to the god Odin. It is unclear, however, if Hugin serves the same purpose within Valheim.

Tutorial

As new milestones are achieved, Hugin will appear and offer useful information. He will continue to reappear next to the player until the player interacts with him to read his message.

Black Forest
You have wandered into Black forest. This place can be very dangerous for those unprepared for it. Prove your worth by slaying Eikthyr
Cold
When the temperature drops at night, or if you are wet, you will suffer from being cold. This reduces your stamina regeneration. Seeking shelter by an open flame is your best option when this happens.
Death
Each time you are struck down, you will forget a small part of your abilities and drop your belongings at the site of the accident. If you wish you were home by now I'd recommend building a bed, wherever home may be.
Dungeons
Delves and dungeons can be found across the 10th World. They are monuments of the past, and most often filled with the riches of civilizations long lost. Remember to bring a light source!
Eikthyr defeated
You have been granted the power of Eikthyr, use it in times of need. Your next target dwells in the Black forest. Go there, explore the lands, and uncover their lost treasures and resources. The Elder awaits!
Encumbrance
If you carry too much luggage you will become encumbered, slowing you down and preventing you from regaining your stamina.
Food
You have found a snack, consume it to improve your health and stamina. Be aware that before long you will grow hungry again, so try to always have at least a couple of different meals ready.
Forsaken altars
You have found the summoning place of one of the Forsaken. Make the correct offering at their altar and they will come. Be wary though, the Forsaken are not easy prey. So craft a wicked weapon, don your finest armor, and eat a hearty meal before engaging them in combat.
Forsaken trophy
Return to the Sacrificial Stones with your Forsaken trophy and offer it as a sacrifice to make the Gods smile upon you.
Hammer
With this tool you will raise mighty halls and towering fortifications. Start by building a workbench, this in turn will enable you to construct other things.
Hoe
This tool is used for landscaping, you could say it is the perfect complement to the Hammer. Use it to clear the ground and manipulate the terrain. It is easier to create buildings on level ground!
Hot Tub
Jump in, the water's nice and warm!
Invasions
Monsters will lay siege to your camp from time to time. Strength of arms does not guarantee you victory in these situations, build a strong defence to weather out the storm!
Inventory
Most items must be crafted. However, due to your recent departure from Midgard, you will have to recall the true shape of objects. Just pick things up and it will all come back to you, I'm sure. My lesser brother, Munin, tells me one can fashion a Stone Axe out of Wood and Stone.
Ore
Raw ore needs to be refined in the Smelter before you can work it at the Forge. To build a Smelter you will need Surtling Cores. Search for them in the dark places beneath the earth.
Pickaxe
Black forest is rich in minerals, there you can find copper in the ground and tin lining the ocean shore. Now go forth and strike the earth!
Portals
Portals are great for fast travel between different parts of the world. Of course, you need to build one on the other end as well, then give the pair the same name, and they will be automatically connected!
Settling in
Sleep the night away in your bed and awaken feeling refreshed and full of energy. Another improvement to your home would be some chests where you can store items. It is a good practice to always have some spare equipment, if something unfortunate should happen to you while exploring...
Smelter
Deposit your raw ore in this furnace and it will melt away all impurities, leaving you with a bar of refined metal to work at the Forge. You will need Coal to fuel the Smelter, this can be produced by building a Kiln and loading it with wood.
Trader Haldor
Rumor has it that some traders have found themselves into the tenth world. If you find yourself in need of special commodities you might want to seek them out. One of them should be somewhere in a forest such as this. I'm terribly sorry i can't be of more help... You'll have to keep an eye out.
Trader Hildir
I've heard that a trader was seen in an area not unlike this one. She is an odd character indeed, but may have very special goods for sale. However, rumor has it that her stocks have been raided. She might need a helping hand, and you are starting to look fairly capable by now.
Sealed Tower
Watch your step, warrior. I have a feeling that this place could be more challenging than one might expect.
Vegvisirs
These magical stones were scattered throughout the lands by Odin as signposts pointing toward the ritual grounds of the Forsaken. If inspected closer, this one will reveal the summoning place of Eikthyr, your first prey. He is a mighty beast, so you need to properly arm yourself before even attempting to defeat him.
Ward
The Ward emits a strong aura that prevents other vikings from building things. It also locks all doors within its influence.
Welcome
I am Hugin, sent here to guide you in your travels. The megaliths surrounding you are the Sacrificial Stones. They represent the Forsaken, which you must slay in order to ascend to Valhalla.
Wishbone
It seems one of the many bones this living ossuary hid in his belly was a Wishbone. This bone contains powerful magic that guides you to things hidden in the earth. It can locate Silver veins, but may also lead you to buried treasure...
Workbench
The Workbench allows you to craft complex Items as well as gives you access to lots of more Building Pieces to construct with the Hammer.

Notes

• If the player damages Hugin, he will teleport away close by. Experience is earned in the appropriate skill.