Cartography Skill

⭐ ⭐ (821 endorsements) 📥 26,056 downloads 📌 v3.1.1 📅 3/10/2021
🟡 Updated this year

By Advize · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 9/29/2025 📅 Created: 3/10/2021
⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
1🛠️ BepInEx — BepInEx framework Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #77 of 836 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Description:

Ever sailed past a visible coastline, but it didn't appear on your world map? That's because the default radius around the player that is uncovered on the world map is smaller than your view distance! This mod allows you to increase that explore radius, either by a static or skill based amount.

The custom skill can be enabled/disabled via the mod's config file, generated after the mod is loaded at least once (see Config & Other Info below).

Requirements:

Requires BepInEx - Valheim 5. 4. 2333

Installation:

Extract the Advize_CartographySkill.dll file into your BepinEx/plugins folder.

Directory structure should look like this:

BepInEx ->

plugins ->

Advize_CartographySkill.dll

In multiplayer environments:

Configuration settings will sync between connected clients using ServerSync. Install the mod on the server (if dedicated) to ensure its configuration file remains authoritative.

Source: 

Github Repo: Advize_ValheimMods

Discord:

For further mod or mod dev support, I can be found at the following Discord server

Config & Other Info:

The mod is configurable. A config file will be generated after first loading the mod and can be found in BepInEx/config/advize. CartographySkill.cfg

The config can be edited out of game with a text editor, or modified in game using the Configuration Manager mod.

Note: In multiplayer environments, configuration settings will sync between connected clients using ServerSync. Install the mod on the server (if dedicated) to ensure its configuration file remains authoritative.

Default Config File: (click spoiler below)

Localization Support: Both the skill name and description are configurable in the mod's configuration file.

By default, one should be able to reach cartography level 100 before exploring an entire world; but it will not add xp for parts you've already discovered (yet). If you need to increase the level higher and you've discovered your whole world, you'll need to uncover parts of the map in a new world.

Future Plans:

Interface with / include cartography table related features.

Implementing features by popular request.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Adds a cartography skill that increases your map explore radius as you uncover more of the map. A focused gameplay enhancement for players who enjoy exploration and progression. With 821 endorsements and recent updates, it's a well-received addition.

✨ Key Features

Adds a new cartography skill to the game.
Increases map explore radius as you uncover more of the map.
Recent update as of September 2025.
Popular with 821 endorsements and over 26,000 downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 821 endorsements and 26k downloads.
  • Adds a meaningful progression layer to exploration.
  • Recently updated (Sept 2025) so likely compatible with current game version.

⚠️ Cons

  • May not be compatible with other mods that alter map or skill systems.
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who love exploration and want a tangible reward for uncovering the map. If you're a completionist who enjoys leveling skills, this adds a nice progression hook. Skip if you prefer pure vanilla gameplay or don't care about map mechanics.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check if the mod requires a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 for easy installation.
  • If you use other map or skill mods, test for conflicts early.
  • Look for a config file to adjust the explore radius increase if available.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Valheim Mods
Author
Advize
Version
3.1.1
Downloads
26,056
Endorsements
821
Category
Gameplay
Created
3/10/2021
Updated
9/29/2025

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