Better Wards
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #168 of 836 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Purpose
A dedicated ward mod aimed at improving the way wards work in Valheim.
Known Mod Conflicts
Anything that toggles PvE/PvP and forces the value will conflict if you have this mod toggle the values. Current known mods that do this are:
World of Valheim - Zones
PvP-Always-On
The hotkey can be adjusted by the configuration file.
Changelog on main menu shows updates for your version
Allow permitted users on the ward to toggle the ward on and off
PvP/PvE forced configurations
Ward Range configuration (Enemy spawns will query the range to prevent spawning inside base)
Health/Stamina Boosts for all players inside ward
Show area marker for the ward (configurable)
Indestructible structures can be defined for further custom config (inside ward) (FULL LIST)
Auto Close Doors inside ward (configurable)
Enforced Config with server (besides client custom configs)
Reduce damage to player structures inside ward from other players, or increase default health of structure (applies to all inside ward)
Notification of being inside a ward and who the owner is (configurable)
Sync Admin list from server for additional configurations (auto permit on nearby wards, permit/unpermit/enable/disable/destroy/flash with command)
Damage boosts to Players against NPCs while inside ward (configurable)
Server version checking, must have mod & must be same version as server
Warded portal interact/teleport configurable
Ward pushout
Unlimited fireplace fuel in warded area configurable
Configurable interaction in warded area
No Weather Damage
Visual Bubble
Offline Raid protection
Configurable ward recipe for Better Wards
Auto repair structures inside ward
No food drain inside ward
Call to Arms PvP (BETA Phase!)
Hotkey option for ward toggle (Default is "G").
Auto Close Doors (enable/disable)
Notification of being inside a ward and who the owner is (enable/disable)
Show area marker for the ward (enable/disable)
Hotkeys are UpArrow for enabling a ward, DownArrow for disabling a ward (must be looking at it)
Auto permit on enabled wards nearby (client configurable)
Admin only chat/console(F5) commands (/permit, /unpermit, /enable, /flash, /disable)
Better Wards is a HarmonyX mod for Valheim that improves how wards function. It has 255 endorsements and over 8,200 downloads, last updated in December 2021. The description is minimal, but the mod's popularity suggests it addresses common ward frustrations.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community trust with 255 endorsements.
- Over 8,200 downloads shows real demand.
- HarmonyX means it's likely to play nice with other mods.
⚠️ Cons
- No details on what exactly is improved—you're flying blind.
- Last updated in 2021, so might be outdated for current Valheim patches.
For Valheim players who find the vanilla ward mechanics clunky and want a better base-building experience. If you're a modder or enjoy tweaking gameplay, this is worth a shot. Skip if you need detailed documentation or frequent updates.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a HarmonyX mod, make sure you have BepInEx installed first.
- Check the TODO list on the mod page to see what's planned.
- Test wards in a creative world before using in your main save.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Valheim Mods
- Author
- Azumatt
- Version
- 1.7.0
- Downloads
- 8,208
- Endorsements
- 255
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 3/10/2021
- Updated
- 12/8/2021
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