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, including treasure locations and boss strategies. After the epic journey through Alefgard, this final dungeon presents the ultimate challenge.
Reaching Zoma's Citadel:
Following Baramos's defeat, you'll find yourself in the perpetually dark world. To reach Zoma's Citadel, you must obtain the Rainbow Drop, created by combining:
- 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).
Combining these items creates the Rainbow Bridge, your path to Zoma's Citadel.
Zoma's Citadel Walkthrough:
1F:
Navigate the first floor, avoiding Living Statues, to reach the throne. The throne moves, revealing a hidden passage. Treasure includes a Mini Medal and a Seed of Magic.
B1:
B1 contains a single chest holding a Hapless Helm.
B2:
This floor features directional tiles. Practice using similar tiles in the Tower of Rubiss if needed. The key is understanding the color-coded directional inputs. Chests contain a Scourge Whip and 4,989 Gold Coins.
B3:
Follow the outer path, encountering Sky, a friendly Soaring Scourger. An isolated chamber, accessible through holes in B2, holds another chest and a Liquid Metal Slime. Treasure includes Dragon Dojo Duds, a Double-Edged Sword, and a Bastard Sword.
B4:
The final floor before Zoma. Watch the cutscene upon entry. Six chests hold various items including a Shimmering Dress, Prayer Ring, Sage's Stone, Yggdrasil Leaf, Dieamend, and a Mini Medal.
Boss Battles:
Before facing Zoma, you'll battle the King Hydra, Soul of Baramos, and Bones of Baramos. Use items between fights.
- King Hydra: Aggressive tactics are effective. Kazap spells inflict significant damage.
- Soul of Baramos: Weak to Zap attacks.
- Bones of Baramos: Similar weaknesses to the Soul, but hits harder.
Defeating Zoma:
Zoma is a strategic fight. Conserve MP initially. Wait for the Sphere of Light prompt to remove Zoma's magic barrier, then exploit their weakness to Zap attacks (Kazap). Focus on HP and revival.
Monster List:
| Monster Name | Weakness |
|---|---|
| Dragon Zombie | None |
| Franticore | None |
| Great Troll | Zap |
| Green Dragon | None |
| Hocus-Poker | None |
| Hydra | None |
| Infernal Serpent | None |
| One-Man Army | Zap |
| Soaring Scourger | Zap |
| Troobloovoodoo | Zap |
This comprehensive guide will help you navigate Zoma's Citadel and ultimately defeat Zoma in Dragon Quest 3 Remake. Remember to adapt strategies based on your party composition and equipment.
