This guide explains how to obtain the elusive Yellow Orb in the Dragon Quest 3 Remake. While the process is relatively simple, finding the starting point can be challenging. This guide will clarify the steps involved.
The Yellow Orb is located in Merchantburg, a town initially designated as "???" on the map. The town's name is determined by the merchant you hire and leave there. You must establish and develop this village to acquire the orb.
Locating Merchantburg (???)
After obtaining the ship from the King of Portoga (following the Black Pepper quest), Merchantburg can be found. With quest markers enabled, it's in the northeast corner of the world map. Sailing west from the coast will lead you to the easternmost edge of the eastern continent.
Optimal Timing for Visiting Merchantburg
While orb acquisition 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 collect other orbs concurrently.
Acquiring the Yellow Orb
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Hire a Merchant: Visit PALS in Aliahan and hire a new merchant. Minimize combat en route.
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Establish Merchantburg: In Merchantburg, enter the sole building. Speak to the old man who needs a merchant to found the town. Offer your newly hired merchant. The town will then be named.
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Merchantburg's Growth: After establishing the town, proceed to obtain the Purple Orb (Orochi's Lair) and Blue Orb (Gaia's Navel). You'll receive notifications to return to Merchantburg as it grows through five stages. Each visit reveals a slightly larger town, culminating in a large club. On the fourth visit, your merchant's popularity may wane.
- The Revolt and the Orb's Location: On your fifth visit (at night), the merchant will be absent. The townsfolk have revolted, imprisoning him in the house south of his former residence. Speak to the imprisoned merchant to learn the Yellow Orb's location. Return to the merchant's house; the orb will be marked behind the sofa.
The Yellow Orb is typically 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.
