Hearthbound Valheim Modpack

This is the official modpack for the Hearthbound Valheim community server by Taeguk Gamers.

What this modpack is for

• Casual-friendly comeback sessions
• Protected community builds
• Controlled progression and scalable challenge
• Quality-of-life for inventory, grouping, travel, and community content

Requirements

• Install and launch using Thunderstore Mod Manager or r2modman for Valheim.

Install (Players)

1. Open Thunderstore Mod Manager / r2modman
2. Select Valheim
3. Create a new profile (recommended)
4. Search for: Hearthbound Valheim Modpack
5. Install the modpack
6. Click Start modded

Important: You must launch the game via the mod manager to ensure all dependencies load.

Joining the server

• The server supports FastLink for easy connection from the in-game menu (no manual IP/password entry needed).
• Follow the server’s Discord #how-to-join instructions for the current server entry flow.

Notes on local characters

This server allows logging in with local characters. Recommendation: avoid importing end-game characters/items if you want the intended progression and community balance.

Troubleshooting

• If you get version/mod mismatch errors: update the modpack in your mod manager and relaunch modded.
• If the game won’t launch modded: verify Valheim is selected as the game and the profile installs cleanly.
• If joining fails: ensure both the modpack and all dependencies are installed/enabled.

Included Mods (Dependencies)

This modpack uses Thunderstore dependencies to pull the required mods automatically. (See the Dependencies list on the modpack page.)

Changelog

3.2.1

• Updated FastLink Server Port (overlooked)

3.2.0

• Added BiomeLords mod + Quest Guidance.
• Updated Mod dependencies
• Added two custom dungeons (More World Locations AIO update)
• Added repeatable, daily, weekly, and seasonal quests. (server only)

3.1.1

• Forgot to add ServerGuide mod.

3.1.0

:white_check_mark: Added ServerGuide mod - Gives guidance to new players about mods in-game. This will be the backbone of our future events and quests! :white_check_mark: Restored vanilla mechanics on boss items and boss trophies. :white_check_mark: Reduced Haldor first taxi fee to 100 coins for undiscovered and 20 coins for discovered. :white_check_mark: Updated Mod Dependencies Significant dependencies updates:

• In-game shouts, raids, and server status logs are back. (ServerGuard)
• Added Shipping Port story lore discoverable via runestones at each of the 5 ports. Cursed be to Drelthor! (More World Locations)
• Added player-based restraint on shipments, only you can open you shipments. Now only your shipments will appear in UI. (More World Locations)
• Fixed an issue where shipments could be collected twice (More World Locations)
• Fixed an issue where certain shipments would not charge player coin cost (More World Locations) :x: Removed PlanBuild mod.

3.0.0

Significant dependencies updates:

• Added more custom locations and adjustment on existing locations by More World Locations Mod
• Added toggle to diasble the plant grid (sneak key) by Impactful Skills
• Improves some plant grid edge cases where snapping would prefer to snap to a further away plant by Impactful Skills
• Improves ship detection for exploration radius increase for Voyager by Impactful Skills

Removed the following mod dependencies (replaced by ServerGuard new features) IMPORTANT Uninstall these mods manually from the modpack or create a new profile in your modmanager for a clean install

• Player Activity
• Discord Connector
• Valkyrie Death Message

2.1.0

• Replaced AzuAntiCheat with Valheim Server Guard.
• Added SearsCatalog as required mod.
• Updated mod dependencies.

2.0.3

• Updated mod dependencies.

2.0.2

• Updated mod dependencies.

2.0.1

• Re-added StartupHotfix.
• Removed Serverside Simulations

2.0.0

• Added Offline Companions (hire NPC companions to assist you while adventuring and around your base).
• Added Wandering Companions (roaming hostile NPC wanderers across biomes; defeating them can earn you a loyal companion).
• Added TraderOverhaul (unified trader UI for Haldor/Hildir/Bog Witch with balanced, progression-aware pricing).
• Added HaldorBounties (daily bounty board at Haldor with contracts and reward choices).
• Added WackysDatabase (YML + ServerSync control used for tuning balance: items/recipes/pieces/creatures).
• Added ImpactfulSkills (skill progression feels more meaningful).
• Added Recycle N Reclaim (recycle items back into crafting materials; reduces waste).
• Added Serverside Simulations (improves dedicated server simulation consistency).
• Added Armoire (save outfits and override appearances with a buildable wardrobe).

1.3.0

• Removed World Advancement Progression mod. We won't be relying on this mods private keys. Instead, we manually override night spawns that triggers after defeating certain bosses in CLLC mod. This makes Meadows and Blackforest biomes still safe even after defeating all bosses. The server will be using the Vanilla Player Based Raids settings. This update also removes the functions that deletes global keys of your save characters on login to the server, making this modpack truly safe to use with your save characters and in your own world.
• Added Cron Job in the server. This will automatically reset most vegetations and dungeons that are sources of important materials in the game. This will take place only every 15th day of the month.
• Disabled CLLC dungeon and camp reset (Cron Job took over this job).
• Added in-game notification for daily server restart. Server restarts daily at 6:00 AM EST.
• Added surprise gifts everytime a player logs in to the server by a small chance.

1.2.0

• Updated the modpack to work with the latest Valheim game patch.
• Added DiscordConnector_Client (Discord integration for server/community chat notifications).
• Added StartupHotfix (compatibility patcher to help older mods run on the latest patch).
• Updated More World Locations AIO:
  • Added Trainer locations in Meadows, Swamp, Plains, and Mistlands (trainers sell skill books).
  • Added Skill Books (3 tiers) that grant +1 / +3 / +5 skill levels across 20 skills.
  • Skill book tiers unlock by boss progression: Tier 1 immediately, Tier 2 after Bonemass, Tier 3 after Yagluth (older tiers hide once you progress).
  • Added a new Ruined Root Tower location in the Black Forest.

1.1.1

• Updated README.md
• Note that the server is currently in the previous stable version of the game. This modpack will not work in the latest patch 0.221.10.
• Server is now fully public: whitelisting is disabled.
• World Progression Private Keys are enabled and Global Keys are disabled.
• Biome scaling behavior has been adjusted so player stats now scale based on nearby threats, not only the biome you are currently standing in.

1.1.0

• Updated mods More World Locations AIO, Simple Market, and Zen Modlib.
• Added mod Valkyrie Death Message.

1.0.0

• Initial public release
• Includes progression control, biome scaling, QoL, protection, and community features