Zoma's Citadel Conquered: Ultimate Guide to DQ3 Remake

Conquer Zoma's Citadel in Dragon Quest 3 Remake: A Comprehensive Guide

This guide provides a complete walkthrough of Zoma's Citadel in Dragon Quest 3 Remake, the game's challenging final dungeon. We'll cover reaching the citadel, navigating each floor, defeating the bosses, and identifying all treasure.

Reaching Zoma's Citadel

After defeating Baramos, you'll enter the darkened world of Alefgard. To reach Zoma's Citadel, you need the Rainbow Drop, created by combining:

• Sunstone: Found in Tantegel Castle.
• Staff of Rain: Found in the Shrine of the Spirit.
• Sacred Amulet: Received from Rubiss after rescuing her in the Tower of Rubiss (requires the Faerie Flute).

Combining these items creates the Rainbow Bridge leading to the Citadel.

Zoma's Citadel Walkthrough

1F:

Navigate around the chamber to reach the throne. Activating it reveals a hidden passage. Defeat the Living Statues in the central chamber.

• Treasure 1 (Buried): Mini Medal (behind throne).
• Treasure 2 (Buried): Seed of Magic (electrified panel).

B1:

This level primarily serves as a passage to B2, unless you take the alternate stairs from 1F.

• Treasure 1 (Chest): Hapless Helm

B2:

Navigate the directional tiles (practice in the Tower of Rubiss if needed). Remember: Blue/Orange halves dictate North/South movement; the orange arrow's direction, combined with up/down on the D-pad, controls East/West.

• Treasure 1 (Chest): Scourge Whip
• Treasure 2 (Chest): 4,989 Gold Coins

B3:

Follow the outer edge of the chamber. A detour to the southwest reveals Sky, a friendly monster. A separate isolated chamber (accessible via falling through holes on B2) contains another friendly monster.

• Treasure 1 (Chest - Main Chamber): Dragon Dojo Duds
• Treasure 2 (Chest - Main Chamber): Double-Edged Sword
• Treasure 1 (Chest - Isolated Chamber): Bastard Sword

B4:

Navigate to the southeastern corner to reach the final boss encounter. Watch the cutscene upon entering.

• Treasure 1-6 (Chests): Shimmering Dress, Prayer Ring, Sage's Stone, Yggdrasil Leaf, Dieamend, Mini Medal

Defeating the Bosses

Before facing Zoma, defeat:

• King Hydra: Vulnerable to Kazap. Aggressive tactics are recommended.
• Soul of Baramos: Weak to Zap attacks.
• Bones of Baramos: Similar weaknesses to the Soul; prioritize health management.

Defeating Zoma

Zoma starts with a magic barrier. Wait for the prompt to use the Sphere of Light, removing the barrier and making him vulnerable to Zap attacks (Kazap is highly effective). Prioritize health and use revives as needed. A strategic, measured approach is key.

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This comprehensive guide should equip you to conquer Zoma's Citadel and complete Dragon Quest 3 Remake!