Valheim: Mountain Watchtower - Large Build

Our biggest build yet! Built on a high point within the Mountain Biome, this took a while to make and get footage for, we hope you enjoy.
Will the wood decay from weather damage?
Wood doesn't decay in the snow luckily.
No mods or unavailable game items were used in the making.
Construction: 00:00
Showcase: 10:09
Music:
Alexander Nakarada - Winter Night
Scott Buckley - Where Stars Fall
Scott Buckley - Titan
Scott Buckley - Red
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This isn't a full guide, more of a time lapse. However we try to make our builds relatively easy to follow, but if you have any questions, jump in our discord, we would be happy to help.

[@TRP_Samich]

Raising the ground to make the build more stable was genius.

[@fepethepenguin8287]

Or.... was it

[@Abydos01]

Plant a pine tree on the raised ground and you can build even higher, using the living tree as support.

[@sayckeone]

It's common sense.

[@Benmedrano4000]

@@Abydos01 Holy crap, i’m gonna do that

[@2shobu]

@@Benmedrano4000 that’s what I’ve done to build higher before iron

[@WillYazdani]

I've gotten a lot better at building just by watching your vids. So many good ideas

[@sleep8242]

Same hahha

[@looksirdroids9134]

Valheim isn't a building sim

[@CANCELLARO2]

The only reason i'm not gonna try this one is because i dont know if i'll be able to place a bonfire on top of it so i can light up whenever i get raided just to scream at my friends "THE BEACONS ARE LIT! GONDOR CALLS FOR AID!"

[@adster98]

Unfortunately you can only place bonfires on ground. you can however use a surtling core on campfires and bonfires to send up a flare that can been seen from quite a distance.

[@desireemenken]

Your the best kind of gamer. "WE RIDE AT FIRST LIGHT!"

[@Buckheimer]

@@mimterest i think you can put bonfires on stone floors. I maybe wrong. I just saw ppl commented about this but ive nvr actually tried it in game yet.

[@nebiros1692]

@@mimterest Amazing tip. Thnx a mill ^^ And with a name like that, that rolls beautiful in my head, you must be an amzing person as well...i guess

[@kathrynck]

@@Buckheimer Can't. Many think of it as a bug though, and it may change.

[@ShaynieQuinn]

This has to be my favorite one yet! This is insane!!! The choice of scores was just 👏 👏 👏

[@haydenap]

Man these videos just keep getting better and better. I applaud you for not only your building and decorating skills, but also your video editing skills. The way you combine your in game cinematic footage with music is amazing. Goosebumps watching these videos, keep up the stellar work.

[@vetlive3669]

I appreciate that!

[@becdegraaf2847]

@@vetlive3669 Give a heart and it might seem like YOU DO appreciate him :)

[@aurondoxon3805]

Mad respect for you not using debug mode to build your buildings, that's real dedication

[@JenyaFio]

What's debug mode?

[@aurondoxon3805]

@@JenyaFio basically a console command to activate the dev tools. You can fly around and make anything without resources. KZbinrs use it to freely build stuff without spending hours collecting mats

[@JenyaFio]

@@aurondoxon3805 Like Minecraft's Creative mode? I agree with you regarding not using it, it basically takes away most of the fun (especially when Valheim has actually good survival mechanics).

[@dibaterman]

Honestly all I do is use Debug now for testing large build ideas. Parts work in wonky ways when you do certain things but it is tiring having to build things out twice so I usually just build the outline or foundations to see what will happen in debug.

[@mymeditation5926]

He definitely used debug mode look how much material used for this tower ! There is no way without debumode !

[@HannahSchuele]

I don't normally watch full build videos but this was.... Fantastic. The music was great, the build was well paced, the build itself is interesting, creative, and well done.... But then the showcase.... Oh my god. The lighting and decoration, furnishings just bring this out of this world. Amazing job dude.

[@vetlive3669]

Wow, thank you!

[@heathbrown4350]

Damn. Every time I think I'm getting decent at building in Valheim, I watch your videos and realize I'll always be a peon. This is a work of art. At least I'm learning something from your skills.

[@thomas7080]

I've gotten so much inspiration from all the videos. Keep it up

[@dist0rt3dhum0r]

7:40 *Giant Rook Chess Piece* "Where is your god now King???"

[@philosophiccreep]

Outstanding, nice trick bringing the ground up for reinforcement. Got a sweet mountain on my world i'm gona try building this on top of.

[@isoinsignia7540]

You can actually get the ground to go around 16 meters up alone if you lower the ground to its lowest first. Can get you that little bit more height if you need it

[@EclecticK]

@@isoinsignia7540 Also trees, trees become the foundation point when you build on top of them or touching them.

[@thesneakyapguy7172]

@@EclecticK yep. I've been thinking about planting two trees on both side of our base then building massive towers around them. Big enough to hide the trees.

[@BenignViewer]

Also the Heath Rock Pillars in the Plains biome works great for this too.

[@bachph]

Not only that he build an outstanding Watchtower, he's aswell an interior architect! Well done! 🤙

[@looksirdroids9134]

Valheim isn't a building sim

[@shutemdwn]

@@looksirdroids9134 Yes it is. Building physics are 100% true to life in Valheim.

[@nippon19]

I don't have words strong enough to describle this, pure talent ma boi.

[@Slutabara]

I'm in awe at every build you do. The engineering and detailing that goes into these pieces are so incredibly profound.

[@nonamedmisfit9592]

Hands down the BEST tower ever built in Valheim. I learned a lot by watching this video and I thank you so much for showing us this :)

[@christophhowland909]

Oh man you need to find one of those mountains that literally touches the tree in the sky. I've got two in my seed. One is exactly at the north pole and another is even higher than that. Imagine building this next to that shot. Great build by the way and the music. IS AWESOME!

[@alexmanuele6983]

Love this one. Makes me super excited to unlock iron wood. Started trying to follow along to some of your builds and reconstruct them, it's really developed my understanding of what kind of stuff you can do in this game. Thanks!

[@Pyridic]

Looks awesome! Keep the builds coming!

[@pabmagno]

This video is amazing! First the structure and the management of weight, after that the manufacturing detail and the final presentation, incredible just incredible! Please do more videos

[@Dozzlo]

These videos are just perfection. Your builds are amazing, the timelapse with different views is great and as a bonus, the music is also always amazing. Can't wait for the next one!

[@giovannicarrino6783]

All the details... Awesome, awesome work.

[@hauffenschweiler]

Incredible build, I mean this thing is amazing! Imagine though relighting all those torches.. I hope there is an access route for the maintenance guy haha! :D

[@aydnakarierdem3160]

this is actually masterpiece

[@TheSimplier]

Came for the build. Stayed for the music. Great vid.

[@kovacsviola4393]

I jist wanted to thank you for the music. And thank you for the awesome tips in building ❤️

[@vetlive3669]

You're so welcome!

[@jehrad0]

Incredibly inspiring. My favorite build yet. Editing is top notch.

[@xxinda]

Truly amazing again. These builds must take you so much time. Thank you for sharing it with all of us. Makes me happy.

[@user-xr2wn9cs3n]

The beacons are lit! GONDOR CALLS FOR AID!!

[@JasonfromEarth]

This is breathtaking and I don't meme it as a meme.

[@brieoshiro]

Wow y'all made a tower look super cozy! I love all the detail work on this. Great work!

[@AinrehteaDalnalirtu]

I first pictures more stone then realized based on the building limits, the cental pillars of iron beams to hold it all up based on gap distance. Very well put together, Vetlive! As always, love your builds!

[@AnonymousFollow]

The song amplifies how Epic this is! now im inspired to build, Great work I love it.

[@Petrigore]

I've always been a fan of your musical selection but this one was wild! Loved that transition from outside to inside on showcase!

[@skunk6360]

I don't have the words to properly express how epic your builds are. Simply oustanding!

[@johnniewalker9737]

So impressive! I whole heartedly applaude you for this outstanding achievement. Beyond awesome! Well done. Cheers.

[@aLfPlaysGames]

Well done again lads! Your imaginations combined creates these works of art. Be proud.

[@KodeeDentares]

Well DONE, sir! I was dissatisfied with my harbor-mouth fortification and was thinking of tearing it down. Now I know what to replace it with!

[@luftwolf7405]

Triple A: Absolutely Awesome Architecture!

[@nisstre]

These buildings are incredible! Utterly amazing! But what is even more surprising is the skills you've developed to do these builds. I'm just stunned at how good you've become at using the game system!

[@vetlive3669]

Thank you so much 😀

[@Rankster]

Lovely mountain tower! Clever use of the raised ground in the middle! Love the cinematic shots of the building process, very fun to watch it come to life! Looking forward to the next one! :D

[@spillysock-spock9929]

Really good builds and really good video editing, have a subscription

[@Rienli]

All of these builds are so beautiful! I'm still working on my plains build but, the mountains will definitely be next!

[@CiaNade]

These are the best builds on Valheim. You guys are absolutely incredible.

[@allenwolfkill2781]

I cannot come up with enough superlatives to describe my reaction to your build. But I am definitely amazed at what you come up with!

[@keksbrot4995]

That is looking so cool. Im struggeling with just building things higher than 5 wooden walls XD.

[@MikesViews]

Framing actually matters. I love that this game really makes you think about the structural integrity of builds.

[@kdbcinco]

They used Wood Iron Beams, which has better structural integrity than wood or log beams.

[@keksbrot4995]

@@kdbcinco Oh ok. Havent unlocked these yet.

[@keksbrot4995]

@@MikesViews Yes rly true.

[@cheetoo42]

just use iron beams in the pillars that hold up the building, i was struggling with building too but after i realised how strong the Iron Beams are, i can build anything

[@desireemenken]

Your mind is so fantastical! I've built only 2 of your amazing designs, and I can't wait to try this one, too!!

[@ardentdfender4116]

Watching this build has inspired me with the idea of a Hexagon all Portal building. It takes much from the foundation base of that tower build but it's not a high building, just takes the shape for quite a few portals in it all on the inside along the straight side of the Hexagon. But an amazing build to watch and see. Only flying dragons can bother anyone at the top of that castle and then, I don't even know if dragons fly that high in the game.

[@Tovek]

Fantastic! It was a pleasure to watch this as I learned quite a few great ideas. Thanks! Btw, you are killing it with the background music.

[@Merkdawgm16]

Now this is a tower!

[@kubabond9203]

That is really awesome! I don't know much about this game, but watching your builds makes me want to get into it and start building myself!

[@Realrockygs]

build is amazing but the MUSIC! OMG that music was fire!

[@Prambelina]

I mean what... this is utterly insane in all of the best ways. These builds are so inspiring!

[@Ursao_GameZone]

you create unbelievable possibilities. Embrace of Brazil, your videos are coming here, incredible work.

[@Trilithon]

Your builds never seize to amaze me! Great work as usual!

[@vetlive3669]

Thank you so much 😀

[@CasuallyVocal]

Y'know what would be wild? Finding these sorts of builds randomly on an open server. No names of the builders, just a single sign saying, "Enjoy!" ... I'm gonna do that. This is a Valheim-Goal now, you did this!! xD Also, always love your builds. I actually followed along on your Dock House vid; to the best I could, and now I'm decorating the interior. She's not perfect or exactly like yours, and I DEFINITELY didn't understand how building works while I was building, but I was so happy when everything was finished. No leaks or smoke inhalation now! :D

[@lowru_6611]

these videos are amazing please continue to upload, the vibes and inspiration that I get from these vids are off the charts

[@cygnarblue]

Amazing build. This is why this game is getting so popular and the main stream games like “ choff” WoW are dying. This caters for everyone not just “ end game raiders “ . It’s easy to destroy but it take talent to create. Keep up the great work 👍

[@michaelferraro220]

Absolutely incredible! You guys are amazing.

[@williammurderfacemurderfac162]

You're creating architectural masterpieces with what I thought was very limited and simple building blocks. Great work.

[@Traz76]

The Ideas you Guys have, are incredible. Go on with that. The Videos are Awesome. *Thumps UP*

[@Sinister762x54]

Saw a sneaky peek of This on the live stream th other day .. what a build ! You guys are great .

[@gnollman]

That is absolutely amazing. Stunning.

[@vin-lf9ph]

Amazing as always

[@bradthrumble6950]

Amazing build, and the music was most appropriate. Well done.

[@ElimRawne]

I swear I could hear Skyrim music in the back of my mind, seeing this tower. Amazingly humongous work!

[@ElectroMusicInvader]

yeah buddy same here haha

[@shotcutgroup2397]

"I´m going to build a tower that rivals Orthanc and Barad-dûr in style!!" Many hours later "Finally! It´s finish. And it´s glories! It´s magnificent!! It´s PERFECT!!!...Oh, I need to repare my hammer" Workbench needs a roof -__-^

[@vetlive3669]

You can repair inside even without thatch roofs :)

[@philbecker432]

Joke destroyed... 😆

[@interstaffing]

Absolutely gorgeous. Thanks for sharing your creations. cheers.

[@KyleHerbert13]

One of the best Valheim builders. Hope they put out some more videeos!

[@MikesViews]

I get so excited when I see you've posted a new video. I've been working on my first build with stone (naturally a castle). Figuring out how to integrate the stone and wood for a realistic looking build is a lot of fun. I bet working so high up during this tower had a little bit of pucker factor.

[@williamd3389]

For stone castle, here's my advice: put iron gate into walls for incredible support. Expansive but it's the only way to go high with stone

[@jannemakela8107]

@@williamd3389 but you can use iron poles for height. Dont know which one is the more efficient method

[@williamd3389]

@@jannemakela8107 iron gates are way better, give it a try you will see.

[@Dondredrousu]

Been following you guys since 2k subs, always do I find your works absolute marvels.

[@vetlive3669]

Thank you so much :)

[@AnishforU]

NICE, the white color with deep brown looks fantastic...

[@hakopawilkie5690]

So impressive. The sheer amount of time and mats it must've taken you to do this! So impressive! And you lit the whole thing as well!!

[@looksirdroids9134]

Mats? Use proper words.

[@GuardianLordest]

Your channel is awesome. You deserve the best. Congrats for the work!

[@Vomarik]

Fantastic. Love the music as well.

[@vetlive3669]

Many thanks!

[@Oilburnerful]

Glorious build. Epically presented as well.

[@JRMcDowell]

This is the most Epic thing I have ever seen... very impressive, well done!

[@michaelherlihy9203]

This is a truly beautiful and inspiring build!

[@randomuser-vs3oe]

your builds are incredible. keep up the great work!!!!!

[@marinelayergaming8360]

Beautiful watchtower build! Looking forward to a lot more :)

[@georgiatanassov7286]

Bro you are mad insane on this game. I love your building skills and appreciate that you show us the building process. Definitely following your steps and building this in the future as I did with your dock house. You're an inspiration, really)

[@param9535]

I really liked the idea. well done!

[@dgafkid2406]

the best ive seen so far!!

[@monkeenz]

Once again, absolutely stunning work! You're gonna make me wanna build it now, maybe i'll try a mini version.

[@williamd3389]

This is beautiful as always. Congrats! I wish you present to us your actual base, the one you use for playing the game, with your voice, it could be really entertaining. Anyway thanks for sharing your work with us.

[@HaggisFist]

That is gorgeous! Well done!

[@matts.8563]

Best. Build. Yet.

[@SAGASA2K]

Now I'm going to collapse my tower and rebuild it with the lifted center for added support. Interesting. Because of this I guess I could really complete the tower I was originally planning. Thank you.

[@adventureofanoob5751]

This looks fantastic definitely will try it as weekend project with my friends

[@KaffeineRush]

Just love this! Impressive!

[@AltinsGaming]

Incredible. Well done.

[@CxelSound]

I think it just goes to show like. There’s no excuses for not building something cool. It takes a couple tries. I’d love to see a behind the look video of them theory crafting and taking a look at the creative process cause i feel like I’m just now starting to really crack the code and make cool things in the game, so I’d love to see a little of the trial and error you guys go through. I’m sure you guys have tons of ideas but. Cliff base design? Like suspended on the side of a mountain that’s almost vertical? Or maybe massive bridge base. Only two ways in. I’d love to see y’all challenge the stability limits.

[@kaceydods6561]

You guys are monsters! Keep up the good work

[@andrewatienza9933]

i really got so much building ideas from these builds please make more🤗

[@NORKIE]

The speedy sparrow Vikings back at it again.(jumping around like sparrows)

[@michael_watzinger]

Breathtaking! Thanks for sharing!

[@MuzaZX]

"All along the watchtower princess kept the view"

[@ShoryGamer]

Another amazing build! Great job!!!

[@Robert-oo5xo]

Another amazing build brother, keep it up!

[@Merkdawgm16]

Great work!

[@art.5358]

Sauron is proud of you