Dragon Quest 3 Remake: How to Get the Yellow Orb

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. Unlike other quests, obtaining this orb relies heavily on interacting with specific NPCs. This guide will walk you through the process, ensuring you don't miss a crucial step.

The Yellow Orb is located in Merchantburg, a town initially represented as "???" on the map. Its name is determined by the merchant you hire and leave to establish the settlement. Therefore, to get the Yellow Orb, you must first establish and develop this village.

Locating Merchantburg (???)

After delivering Black Pepper to the King of Portoga and acquiring your ship, Merchantburg becomes accessible. With quest markers enabled, you'll find it in the northeast corner of the world map, accessible by sailing west from the coast to the easternmost edge of the eastern continent.

Optimal Timing for Merchantburg

While orb collection order is flexible, establishing Merchantburg early is recommended. The town requires significant growth time before yielding the Yellow Orb. Establishing it early allows you to pursue other orbs concurrently, returning to Merchantburg as it progresses.

Obtaining the Yellow Orb

Establishing Merchantburg:

First, visit PALS in Aliahan and hire a merchant. Minimize combat on your journey to keep your new recruit safe.

In Merchantburg's single building, you'll encounter an old man needing a merchant to found the town. Assign your newly hired merchant to this task; they'll leave your party and establish the town, revealing its official name.

Merchantburg's Growth and Your Role:

After establishing Merchantburg, proceed with acquiring the Purple Orb (Orochi's Lair) and Blue Orb (Gaia's Navel). You'll receive notifications prompting you to return to Merchantburg as it expands through five stages. Each return reveals a slightly larger town, culminating in a large cabaret. Upon exiting the cabaret, be wary of the security guard who attempts to overcharge you.

During the fourth visit, you'll notice growing discontent among the townsfolk towards your merchant. This signals the approaching climax.

The Final Visit and the Yellow Orb:

On your fifth and final visit (at night), you'll find the merchant missing. The townspeople have revolted, imprisoning him in the house south of his former residence.

Speak to the imprisoned merchant; they'll reveal the Yellow Orb's location. Return to the merchant's house; a quest marker will appear behind the sofa. Interact with the marked spot to uncover the Yellow Orb.

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