DRAGON QUEST 3 REMAKE: UNLOCK THE YELLOW ORB REVEALED

This guide explains how to obtain the elusive Yellow Orb in the Dragon Quest 3 Remake. While the process is straightforward, finding the starting point can be challenging.

The Yellow Orb is located in Merchantburg, a town initially shown as "???" on the map. Its 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's quest marker appears 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 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

1. Hire a Merchant: Visit PALS in Aliahan and hire a new merchant. Minimize combat en route.

2. Establish Merchantburg: In Merchantburg's single building, speak to the old man. Offer your merchant; they'll leave your party and establish the town, revealing its name.

3. Merchantburg's Growth:

The town progresses through five growth stages. You'll receive notifications to revisit. The fourth visit involves a large club's construction; be wary of the security guard trying to overcharge you. Your merchant's popularity will wane.

4. The Revolt:

   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.

5. The Orb's Location:

   Speak to the imprisoned merchant. They'll reveal the Yellow Orb's location. Return to their former home; a quest marker will appear behind the sofa. Interact with the ground to uncover the Yellow Orb.

The Yellow Orb is typically the penultimate orb acquired. Other orb locations include: Red Orb (Pirates' Den), Green Orb (Theddon), and Silver Orb (Maw of the Necrogond/Necrogond Shrine).