Where to Find Obsidian in Enshrouded
Find Obsidian veins in the Albaneve Summits, south of the Albaneve Summit Tower, and see what it unlocks for Flame level 8 and cold-weather gear.
Last updated: 2026-08-08
Obsidian is mined from black volcanic-glass veins in the Albaneve Summits, with a well-documented deposit found south of the Albaneve Summit Tower.
At a glance
| Detail | Answer |
|---|---|
| Region | Albaneve Summits |
| Resource level | 33 |
| Deposit appearance | Black, glassy veins with sharp facets |
| Reliable landmarks | South of the Albaneve Summit Tower |
| Main progression use | Strengthening the Flame to level 8 and cold-weather armor |
Best verified location
From the Albaneve Summits Ancient Spire, head toward the Albaneve Summit Tower and search the terrain immediately south of it. The black, glassy veins stand out clearly against the surrounding snow and rock.
How to collect Obsidian efficiently
- Bring a steel-tier or better pickaxe and frost protection before you climb.
- Travel to the Albaneve Summit Tower and search south of it first.
- Clear full veins in one pass since Obsidian's sharp facets make deposits easy to spot once you know the look.
- Track your frost timer throughout the trip.
What Obsidian is used for
Obsidian is required to strengthen the Flame to level 8, and it appears in cold-weather armor recipes such as the Alpine Antler Hood. Farm it alongside Silver Ore before attempting the Fell Dragon Youngling.
Verification note
Reviewed for Enshrouded v0.9.1.2 on August 8, 2026. Location and item details were checked against the Official Enshrouded Wiki Obsidian entry.