Yellow Orb Found: Dragon Quest 3 Remake Guide

Dragon Quest 3 Remake: Unlocking the Secrets of the Yellow Orb

In Dragon Quest 3 Remake, obtaining the Yellow Orb presents a unique challenge. While the process isn't overly complex, its hidden nature makes it easily missed. This guide will illuminate the path, ensuring you successfully acquire this elusive orb.

The Yellow Orb is located in Merchantburg, a town initially marked only as "???" on the map. Its name is determined by the merchant you hire and leave to establish the settlement. This means that if you name your merchant "Bob", the town will be called "Bobsburg". The key is establishing and nurturing this village.

Locating Merchantburg (???)

After delivering Black Pepper to the King of Portoga and obtaining your ship, Merchantburg becomes accessible. Its quest marker appears in the northeast corner of the world map; sailing west from the coast will lead you to its easternmost point on the eastern continent.

Optimal Timing for Your Visit

While orb acquisition order is flexible, visiting and establishing Merchantburg early is highly recommended. The town's growth takes time, and establishing it early allows you to collect other orbs concurrently.

Establishing Merchantburg

Before heading to Merchantburg, hire a new merchant from PALS in Aliahan. Minimize combat en route to ensure your new recruit survives the journey. Upon arriving at Merchantburg, enter the single building. An old man will request a merchant to found the town – this is where you assign your newly hired merchant. They'll leave your party and begin establishing the town, revealing its official name.

Merchantburg's Growth and the Yellow Orb

Following the suggested path to the Purple Orb (Orochi's Lair) and Blue Orb (Gaia's Navel), you'll receive notifications prompting you to revisit Merchantburg. The town progresses through five stages of growth, each marked by a notification. The final stage involves the construction of a large cabaret. After leaving the cabaret, be wary of the security guard who will attempt to overcharge you.

During the fourth visit, you'll notice your merchant's growing unpopularity. This signifies the approaching climax and the impending availability of the Yellow Orb.

On your fifth and final visit (at night), you'll find the merchant missing. The townsfolk have revolted, imprisoning him in the house south of his former residence. Speak to the imprisoned merchant to learn the Yellow Orb's location. Return to his former home; a quest marker behind the sofa will reveal the orb's hiding place.

For most players, the Yellow Orb will be among the last acquired. Remember the locations of the other orbs: Red Orb (Pirates' Den), Green Orb (Theddon), and Silver Orb (Maw of the Necrogond/Necrogond Shrine).