Dragon Quest 3 Remake: Conquering Zoma's Citadel – A Comprehensive Guide
This guide provides a complete walkthrough of Zoma's Citadel in Dragon Quest 3 Remake, including treasure locations and strategies for defeating each boss. After your triumph over Baramos, the final challenge awaits.
Reaching Zoma's Citadel
Following Baramos' defeat, you'll find yourself in the perpetually darkened world of Alefgard. Your journey culminates at Zoma's Citadel, accessible only by creating the Rainbow Drop. This requires:
- Sunstone: Found in Tantegel Castle.
- Staff of Rain: Located in the Shrine of the Spirit.
- Sacred Amulet: Obtained from Rubiss after rescuing her atop the Tower of Rubiss (requires the Faerie Flute).
Combine these items to create the Rainbow Drop and bridge the path to Zoma's Citadel.
Zoma's Citadel Walkthrough
1F:
Navigate the first floor to the throne in the north. Activating it reveals a hidden passage. Explore side chambers for treasure:
- Treasure 1 (Buried): Mini Medal (behind the throne).
- Treasure 2 (Buried): Seed of Magic (near the electrified panel).
Prepare for a tough encounter with Living Statues in the central chamber.
B1:
The main path leads directly to B2. However, side paths on 1F lead to an isolated chamber on B1 containing:
- Treasure 1 (Chest): Hapless Helm
B2:
This floor features directional tiles. Mastering them requires understanding the color-coded directional cues (refer to the original guide for detailed instructions on tile navigation). Treasure includes:
- Treasure 1 (Chest): Scourge Whip
- Treasure 2 (Chest): 4,989 Gold Coins
B3:
Follow the outer path of the chamber. A detour to the southwest reveals Sky, a friendly Soaring Scourger. An isolated chamber (accessible from B2's tiles) contains another friendly monster, a Liquid Metal Slime, and:
- Treasure 1 (Chest): Dragon Dojo Duds
- Treasure 2 (Chest): Double-Edged Sword
- Isolated Chamber Treasure: Bastard Sword
B4:
The final floor before Zoma. Watch the cutscene upon entering. A chamber holds six chests:
- Treasure 1 (Chest): Shimmering Dress
- Treasure 2 (Chest): Prayer Ring
- Treasure 3 (Chest): Sage's Stone
- Treasure 4 (Chest): Yggdrasil Leaf
- Treasure 5 (Chest): Diamond
- Treasure 6 (Chest): Mini Medal
Defeating Zoma and His Guardians
The final battle involves a series of boss encounters: King Hydra, the Soul of Baramos, and the Bones of Baramos, culminating in the confrontation with Zoma himself. (Refer to the original guide for detailed strategies for each boss encounter, including weakness information and recommended tactics.) Remember to utilize items between fights. The key to defeating Zoma is strategic play, conserving MP initially, and utilizing the Sphere of Light to break his magic barrier.
Monster List
(The table of monsters and weaknesses is included from the original text.)
