Zoma's Citadel Conquered: Guide to DQ3 Remake's Final Dungeon

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, the game's ultimate challenge. We'll cover reaching the citadel, navigating each floor, defeating the bosses, and identifying every monster within.

Reaching Zoma's Citadel

After defeating Baramos, you'll enter a perpetually dark Alefgard. To reach Zoma's Citadel, you must obtain the Rainbow Drop:

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

Combine these items to create the Rainbow Drop, forming the bridge to Zoma's Citadel.

Zoma's Citadel Walkthrough

1F:

Navigate the east or west side of the chamber to reach the throne. Activating it reveals a hidden passage. Beware the Living Statues in the central chamber.

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

B1:

This floor is primarily a pathway to B2, unless you take the side stairs from 1F.

• Treasure 1 (Chest): Hapless Helm

B2:

This floor features directional tiles. Practice on the third floor of the Tower of Rubiss if needed. Remember: blue = north/south (left/right on D-pad), orange arrow indicates east/west direction (up/down on D-pad).

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

B3:

Follow the outer edge. A detour to the southwest reveals Sky, a friendly monster. A separate chamber (accessible via B2's pitfalls) contains a Liquid Metal Slime.

• Treasure 1 (Chest): Dragon Dojo Duds
• Treasure 2 (Chest): Double-Edged Sword
• Treasure 3 (Chest): Bastard Sword (Isolated Chamber)

B4:

Navigate from the center-south, moving upwards and around to the southeast exit. 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, you'll battle the King Hydra, Soul of Baramos, and Bones of Baramos. You can use items between fights.

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

Zoma:

Conserve MP initially. Use the Sphere of Light to remove Zoma's magic barrier, then exploit their weakness to Zap attacks (Kazap is highly effective). Prioritize health and revival; strategic play is key.

Zoma's Citadel Monsters

This comprehensive guide should equip you to conquer Zoma's Citadel and complete Dragon Quest 3 Remake. Remember to adapt your strategies based on your party's strengths and weaknesses.