Dragon Quest 3 Remake: Unlocking the Secrets of the Yellow Orb
The Yellow Orb in Dragon Quest 3 Remake presents a unique challenge. While the steps to obtain it are relatively simple, discovering the starting point can be tricky. This guide will navigate you through the process, ensuring you acquire this elusive orb.
The Yellow Orb is located in Merchantburg, a town initially designated as "???" on the map. The town's name is determined by the merchant you hire and leave there. To obtain the Yellow Orb, you must establish and nurture this village.
Locating Merchantburg (???)
After delivering Black Pepper to the King of Portoga and obtaining your ship, Merchantburg becomes accessible. Its quest marker, if enabled, is in the map's northeast corner; you can sail west from the coast to reach it.
Optimal Timing for Merchantburg
While orb collection order is flexible, establishing Merchantburg early is recommended. The town requires time to grow before yielding the Yellow Orb. Establishing it early allows you to collect other orbs concurrently, returning to Merchantburg as needed.
Obtaining the Yellow Orb
Establishing Merchantburg:
First, hire a new Merchant from PALS in Aliahan. Travel directly to Merchantburg to minimize combat.
Upon arrival, enter the sole building. Speak to the old man who desires to found a town but needs a merchant. Assign your newly hired merchant to establish the town. The town's name will be revealed at this point.
Merchantburg's Growth and Return Visits:
After establishing Merchantburg, proceed to obtain the Purple Orb (Orochi's Lair) and the Blue Orb (Gaia's Navel). As you progress, you'll receive notifications prompting your return to Merchantburg.
The town undergoes five growth stages, each marked by a notification. The fourth stage culminates in a large club's construction. After exiting the club, be wary of the security guard who attempts to overcharge you. By the fourth visit, your merchant's popularity may wane, signaling the final stages.
Acquiring the Yellow Orb:
Visit Merchantburg a fifth and final time, preferably 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. He'll reveal the Yellow Orb's location. Return to his former home; a quest marker will appear behind the sofa. Interact with the ground to uncover the Yellow Orb.
For many players, the Yellow Orb will be among the last orbs acquired. The Red Orb is found in the Pirates' Den, the Green Orb in Theddon, and the Silver Orb in the Maw of the Necrogond/Necrogond Shrine.
