Dragon Quest 3 Remake: Zoma\'s Citadel Walkthrough

Conquer Zoma's Citadel in Dragon Quest 3 Remake: A Comprehensive Guide

This guide provides a complete walkthrough of Zoma's Citadel in Dragon Quest 3 Remake, the game's climactic final dungeon. This challenging dungeon tests players' skills and strategies, demanding the use of all acquired knowledge.

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 atop the Tower of Rubiss (requires the Faerie Flute).

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

Zoma's Citadel Walkthrough:

1F:

Navigate the first floor to the throne in the north. The throne moves, revealing 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).

Expect numerous Living Statues; treat them as formidable boss encounters.

B1:

B1 contains a single treasure chest:

• Treasure 1 (Chest): Hapless Helm

B2:

This floor features directional tiles. The Tower of Rubiss (3rd floor, NW corner) offers practice. The tiles use a diamond pattern; blue indicates north/south movement (left/right D-pad based on blue's position), and orange indicates east/west (up/down D-pad based on orange arrow direction). Treasure includes:

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

B3:

Follow the outer edge of the chamber. A detour to the southwest reveals Sky, a friendly Soaring Scourger. An isolated chamber (accessible via B2's holes) contains another friendly Liquid Metal Slime and a chest:

• Treasure 1 (Chest): Bastard Sword

Main chamber treasure:

• Treasure 1 (Chest): Dragon Dojo Duds
• Treasure 2 (Chest): Double-Edged Sword

B4:

This final floor before Zoma requires navigating from the south-central area upwards, then down to the southeast. A cutscene plays upon entry. Six chests are found in one chamber:

• Treasure 1 (Chest): Shimmering Dress
• Treasure 2 (Chest): Prayer Ring
• Treasure 3 (Chest): Sage's Stone
• Treasure 4 (Chest): Yggdrasil Leaf
• Treasure 5 (Chest): Dieamend
• Treasure 6 (Chest): Mini Medal

Defeating Zoma:

A boss gauntlet precedes Zoma: King Hydra, Soul of Baramos, and Bones of Baramos. Items can be used between fights.

• King Hydra: Vulnerable to Kazap. Aggressive tactics are recommended due to its healing ability.
• Soul of Baramos: Weak to Zap attacks.
• Bones of Baramos: Similar weaknesses to the Soul of Baramos; however, it attacks more powerfully.

Zoma himself has a magic barrier initially. Wait for the Sphere of Light prompt; using it removes the barrier, making Zoma vulnerable to Zap attacks (Kazap is highly effective). Prioritize HP and MP management; strategic play is key to victory.

Zoma's Citadel Monsters:

This comprehensive guide will equip you to successfully navigate Zoma's Citadel and ultimately defeat Zoma in Dragon Quest 3 Remake. Remember to adapt your strategies based on your party composition and available resources.