Source-reviewed guide
Memorial Coal: Drops and Ancient Altar Use
Memorial Coal guide for Valheim 1.0: where to get it, its Deep North progression role, what it crafts, and the mistakes that can slow the route.
Reviewed 2026-09-23
Memorial Coal is a material tied to Deep North progression. You obtain it from Krigen in Mörkhalla, and its main role is summoning Fallen Warriors. Use this page alongside the Deep North guide and the item catalog.
Quick facts
| Category | Material |
| Biome | Deep North |
| Obtained from | Krigen in Mörkhalla |
| Used for | summoning Fallen Warriors |
How to obtain
Community-verified; Iron Gate's notes do not publish a complete drop table. Memorial Coal comes from Krigen in Mörkhalla. Plan the trip through the Deep North guide, use the item catalog to track prerequisites, and check Deep North locations before leaving your portal.
What it's used for
Community-verified; Iron Gate's notes do not publish every recipe detail.
- Collect it while clearing Mörkhalla.
- Offer it at an Ancient Altar.
- Defeat the Fallen Warrior for Frostfire Essence or Thunderblood Essence.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get Memorial Coal in Valheim?
Memorial Coal comes from Krigen in Mörkhalla. The exact quantity is omitted because the available sources do not establish one consistent amount.
What is Memorial Coal used for?
Its main verified role is summoning Fallen Warriors. The linked outputs above show where it sits in the Deep North progression chain.
Is Memorial Coal required for Kall Fimbulbringer?
It is not itself the final offering. The direct offering is Malicious Blood, obtained through Mörkhalla and Jotun Invasions.
Sources
Sources: Official Valheim 1.0 notes, Deep North progression — Valheim.tools, Community guide, Community guide.