How to Craft a Bell in Valheim

Summoning Fader, the 7th boss in Valheim and the Valheim Ashlands boss, requires 3 Bells. If you’re here for how to craft a bell in Valheim, the short answer is this: collect 3 Bell Fragments from Bell Altars inside Charred Fortresses in the Valheim Ashlands, then start crafting the Bell at a Black Forge with the right shelter and at least the Metal Cutter upgrade. These Bells are not found as loot in chests or dropped by enemies, so players who want to reach and summon Fader need the correct crafting recipe, forge setup, and resources.

This guide covers the exact requirements to build and upgrade the Black Forge, where to get Bell Fragments in the game, the materials needed for each Bell, and a few practical tips for crafting and using them efficiently.

Background: Ashlands Biome, Valheim Ashlands Boss, and Bell Fragment Acquisition

Crafting a Bell in Valheim requires access to the Ashlands biome and a Black Forge, and if you want to summon Fader, the Valheim Ashlands Boss, this is where to start. In the Valheim Ashlands biome, Bell Fragments are the key resources for the Bell recipe, and you get them by entering each charred fortress and destroying the Bell Altars found inside.

To craft 3 Bells for summoning Fader, you will need a total of 9 Bell Fragments, which means you must explore and conquer multiple Charred Fortresses. Once you have gathered enough fragments, you can craft Bells at the Black Forge using 3 Bell Fragments for each Bell, and this guide shows where to begin crafting them.

Bell Crafting Requirements and Artisan Table

Before you can craft a Bell, you must gather the primary material from the Ashlands.

Required Material

• Bell Fragment: 3 fragments per Bell.
  Bell Fragments are special crafting materials obtained by destroying Bell Altars found in Charred Fortresses in the Ashlands biome.

• Total Needed: Since summoning Fader requires 3 Bells, you must craft 3 separate times, consuming a total of 9 Bell Fragments.

Bell Properties

Once crafted, the Bell has the following characteristics:

• Weight: 0.5

• Stack Limit: 9

• Teleportable: Yes (can pass through Portals).

Building the Black Forge in Valheim Ashlands

The Black Forge is the crafting station required to create the Bell. It is also used for crafting and repairing Mistlands and Ashlands gear.

Shelter Requirements

The Black Forge must be built under shelter to function.

• Roof: Required.

• Cover: Minimum 70% cover needed.

• Rain Damage: The structure is not damaged by rain, but it cannot be used without proper shelter.

Base Crafting Materials

To construct the initial Black Forge at a Workbench, you need:

• Black Marble: 10

• Yggdrasil Wood: 10

• Black Core: 5

Upgrading the Black Forge

To craft Ashlands items including the Bell, you must upgrade the Black Forge. The station can be upgraded up to level 5 by building specific structures nearby. Each upgrade unlocks additional recipes and higher item upgrade levels.

Required Upgrade Stations

Level 2: Black Forge Cooler

• 5 Iron

• 5 Copper

• 4 Black marble

Level 3: Vice

• 5 Iron

• 8 Copper

• 2 Mechanical spring

Level 4: Metal Cutter

• 5 Black marble

• 5 Flametal

• 5 Ashwood

• 4 Charred bone

Level 5: Gem Cutter

• 5 Flametal

• 8 Ashwood

• 2 Morgen sinew

• 1 Bloodstone

Total Material Cost

To build a fully upgraded Black Forge (Level 5) including the base structure:

• 19 Black marble

• 10 Yggdrasil wood

• 5 Black core

• 10 Iron

• 13 Copper

• 2 Mechanical spring

• 10 Flametal

• 13 Ashwood

• 4 Charred bones

• 2 Morgen sinew

• 1 Bloodstone

Note: While the source confirms the Black Forge is used for Ashlands gear and the Bell is crafted there, ensure you have at least the Metal Cutter upgrade (Level 4) available, as this tier is specifically associated with Ashlands crafting capabilities.

Crafting Process

Once your Black Forge is constructed with adequate shelter and upgrades:

1. Ensure you have 3 Bell Fragments in your inventory.

2. Access the Black Forge crafting menu.

3. Select the Bell recipe.

4. Craft the Bell.

Repeat: You must craft 3 separate Bells to summon Fader, requiring 3 crafting operations consuming 3 fragments each time.

Strategic Considerations

Teleportation Advantage

• Unlike other big boss items in Valheim, you can teleport with Bells.

• You can make them safely at your home base and teleport right to the boss (Fader) summoning place.

• This keeps you safe so you do not lose them while walking through dangerous lands.

Pre-Crafting

• You need 3 Bells in total, and each Bell needs 3 pieces (fragments). That means you need 9 pieces altogether.

• Because you only get a few pieces at each enemy fort (Bell Altar), you will have to visit a few different forts.

• The Best Way: Collect all 9 pieces first, go back to your safe house, and build all 3 Bells at the same time. Do not make multiple dangerous trips back and forth.

Repair Note

• The Bell is a special item used only once to call the boss, and then it disappears.

• Because it breaks after you use it, you do not need to fix it.

• But remember to make sure your armor and weapons are fully fixed and ready before you go make the Bells and fight the boss.