Dragon Quest 3 Remake: Zoma\'s Citadel Walkthrough

Dragon Quest 3 Remake: Conquering Zoma's Citadel – A Complete Guide

This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough of Zoma's Citadel in Dragon Quest 3 Remake, the game's climactic dungeon. This challenging final dungeon tests your party's skills and strategies, demanding the use of everything learned throughout the game.

Reaching Zoma's Citadel

After defeating Baramos, you'll enter Alefgard's perpetually dark world. 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 Rainbow Bridge leading to the Citadel.

Zoma's Citadel Walkthrough

1F:

Navigate the first floor to the throne in the northern wall. 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 electrified panel).

Prepare for numerous Living Statues – powerful enemies with no significant weaknesses.

B1:

The main path leads directly to B2. However, taking the stairs in 1F's small chambers leads to an isolated B1 chamber containing:

• Treasure 1 (Chest): Hapless Helm

B2:

This floor features directional tiles. Mastering them requires understanding their color-coded directional mechanics (see detailed explanation below). The goal is to reach the stairs leading to B3. Treasure includes:

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

Directional Tile Mechanics:

The directional tiles are challenging. Consider practicing on the third floor of the Tower of Rubiss before attempting them in the Citadel. Remember:

• North/South: Blue half of the diamond indicates the D-pad direction.
• East/West: The orange arrow's direction determines whether to press up or down on the D-pad.

B3:

Follow the outer edge of the chamber. A detour to the southwest reveals Sky, a friendly Soaring Scourger. A separate isolated chamber (accessible by falling through holes on B2) contains another friendly monster, a Liquid Metal Slime, and a treasure chest. Treasure includes:

• Main Chamber: Dragon Dojo Duds, Double-Edged Sword
• Isolated Chamber: Bastard Sword

B4:

This floor leads to Zoma. A significant cutscene plays upon entering. Navigate to the southeastern corner to proceed. Six chests await:

• Shimmering Dress, Prayer Ring, Sage's Stone, Yggdrasil Leaf, Dieamend, Mini Medal

Defeating Zoma and his Minions

Before facing Zoma, you'll battle the King Hydra, Soul of Baramos, and Bones of Baramos. You can use items between each fight.

• 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. High damage output requires careful health management.

Zoma:

Zoma is the final boss. Initially, he has 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 HP and avoid overly aggressive strategies.

Monster List

This detailed guide should help you conquer Zoma's Citadel and complete Dragon Quest 3 Remake!