Zoma's Citadel Domination: A Comprehensive Conquest Guide

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. This challenging final dungeon tests your party's skills and knowledge, demanding strategic 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 atop the Tower of Rubiss (requires the Faerie Flute).

Combine these items to create the Rainbow Drop and build the bridge to the Citadel.

Zoma's Citadel Walkthrough

1F:

Navigate the chamber, circumventing the Living Statues, to reach the throne. Activating the throne reveals a hidden passage.

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

B1:

This level contains a single chest:

• Treasure 1 (Chest): Hapless Helm

B2:

The directional tiles present a significant challenge. Practice using similar tiles in the Tower of Rubiss (3F, NW corner) if needed. Remember:

• Blue half of the diamond: Left = North, Right = North.

• Orange half of the diamond: Left = South, Right = South.

• Orange arrow points in desired East/West direction: Press UP. Points away: Press DOWN.

• Treasure 1 (Chest): Scourge Whip

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

B3:

Follow the outer path. A detour to the southwest reveals Sky, a Friendly Monster. A separate isolated chamber (accessible via falls on B2) contains another Friendly Monster (Liquid Metal Slime) and a chest.

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

B4:

Navigate the chamber, starting from the center-south, to reach the final boss area. Watch the cutscene upon entry.

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

Defeating Zoma

Before facing Zoma, you'll battle:

• King Hydra: Vulnerable to Kazap. Aggressive tactics are recommended.
• Soul of Baramos: Weak to Zap.
• Bones of Baramos: Also weak to Zap. Higher damage output than the Soul.

Zoma himself is initially protected by 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 management and strategic spell use; avoid over-aggressiveness.

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 to each unique challenge.