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 all treasure locations.

Reaching Zoma's Citadel

After defeating Baramos, you'll enter the darkened world of Alefgard. To reach Zoma's Citadel, you must create the Rainbow Drop by collecting:

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

Combining these items creates the Rainbow Bridge, leading to the citadel.

Zoma's Citadel Walkthrough

1F:

Navigate the chamber, avoiding Living Statues, to the throne in the north. The throne moves, revealing a hidden passage.

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

B1:

This level contains a single treasure chest.

• Treasure 1 (Chest): Hapless Helm

B2:

Navigate the directional tiles (see detailed instructions below) to reach the stairs to B3.

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

Directional Tile Navigation:

The directional tiles are tricky. Practice on the third floor of the Tower of Rubiss if needed. Remember:

• North/South: Blue half of the diamond indicates the D-pad direction.
• East/West: Orange arrow indicates the direction; press UP for the arrow's direction, DOWN for the opposite.

B3:

Follow the outer edge. A detour to the southwest reveals Sky, a friendly monster. A separate chamber (accessible by falling through holes on B2) contains another friendly monster and a chest.

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

B4:

Navigate from the center-south, up and around, to the southeast exit. Watch the cutscene upon entry.

• Treasure 1-6 (Chests): Shimmering Dress, Prayer Ring, Sage's Stone, Yggdrasil Leaf, Dieamend, Mini Medal

Defeating the Final Bosses

Before facing Zoma, you'll battle:

• King Hydra: Weak to Kazap. Aggressive tactics are effective.
• Soul of Baramos: Weak to Zap. Use strategies from the Tower of Rubiss encounter.
• Bones of Baramos: Similar weaknesses to the Soul; prioritize health management.

Defeating Zoma:

Zoma starts with a magic barrier. Conserve MP until the prompt to use the Sphere of Light appears. This removes the barrier, making Zoma weak to Zap attacks. Use Kazap and focus on health management and reviving fallen party members. Defensive spells and equipment are highly beneficial.

Monster List

This comprehensive guide should help you successfully navigate Zoma's Citadel and defeat Zoma in Dragon Quest 3 Remake. Remember to utilize your learned strategies and adapt as needed!