This guide explains how to obtain the elusive Yellow Orb in the Dragon Quest 3 Remake. While the process is relatively simple, 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), sail to the northeast corner of the map to find Merchantburg. The quest marker will help if enabled.
Optimal Timing for Visiting Merchantburg
While orb acquisition order is flexible, visiting Merchantburg early (immediately after getting the ship) is recommended. The town requires significant growth time before yielding the Yellow Orb. This allows you to gather other orbs concurrently.
Acquiring the Yellow Orb
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Hire a Merchant: Visit PALS in Aliahan and recruit a new merchant. Minimize combat en route.
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Establish Merchantburg: In Merchantburg's sole building, speak to the old man. Offer your new merchant; they'll leave your party and establish the town, revealing its name.
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Merchantburg's Growth: After obtaining the Purple (Orochi's Lair) and Blue (Gaia's Navel) Orbs, you'll receive notifications to return to Merchantburg. The town will progress through five growth stages. During your visits, the town expands, culminating in a large cabaret's construction. On your fourth visit, note the merchant's growing unpopularity.
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The Yellow Orb's Location: 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. Speak to the imprisoned merchant to learn the Yellow Orb's location. Return to the merchant's house; the orb will be marked behind the sofa.
The Yellow Orb is usually the second-to-last orb acquired. Other orb locations: Red (Pirates' Den), Green (Theddon), Silver (Maw of the Necrogond/Necrogond Shrine).
