Dragon Quest 3 Remake: How to Get the Yellow Orb

Dragon Quest 3 Remake: Unlocking the Elusive Yellow Orb

The Yellow Orb in Dragon Quest 3 Remake presents a unique challenge. While the steps are straightforward, finding the starting point can be tricky. This guide will help you navigate this quest, explaining how to acquire this crucial item.

The Yellow Orb is located in Merchantburg, a town initially marked as "???" on the map. Its name is determined by the merchant you hire and leave to establish the settlement. To obtain the Yellow Orb, you must help Merchantburg grow.

Locating Merchantburg (???)

After obtaining the ship from the King of Portoga (following the Black Pepper quest), Merchantburg's location will become accessible. With quest markers enabled, it's found in the northeast corner of the world map. Sail west from the coast to reach the easternmost edge of the eastern continent.

Optimal Timing for Merchantburg

While orb collection order is flexible, establishing Merchantburg early is recommended. Its growth takes time, so starting early allows you to gather other orbs concurrently, returning as needed.

Establishing Merchantburg and Obtaining the Yellow Orb

Before heading to Merchantburg, hire a new merchant from PALS in Aliahan. Minimize combat on your journey.

Upon arrival at Merchantburg, enter the single building. An old man will request a merchant to found the town. Offer your newly hired merchant; they'll leave your party and establish the settlement, revealing the town's official name.

Following the recommended order (Purple Orb from Orochi's Lair, Blue Orb from Gaia's Navel), you'll receive notifications to revisit Merchantburg. The town progresses through five growth stages, each marked by a notification. The final stage involves a large cabaret. After exiting, be wary of the security guard who attempts to overcharge you.

During the fourth visit, your merchant's growing arrogance will become apparent. This signals the approaching climax and the Yellow Orb's proximity.

On your fifth and final visit (at night), you'll find the merchant absent. The townsfolk 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 ground to unearth the Yellow Orb.

The Yellow Orb is usually the penultimate orb 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.