Complete Quest Guide for Dragon Quest 3 Remake

The mission framework in the Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake deviates from the guided paths found in many contemporary RPGs. Instead, it allows players significant autonomy, which can be invigorating but can also lead to moments of uncertainty regarding the next steps to take. While the game does offer a rudimentary quest marking system that can be toggled in the menu, new players might appreciate some additional guidance. This comprehensive guide aims to outline every main mission in the Dragon Quest 3 Remake and detail the optimal order for completion.

Complete Main Mission List – Dragon Quest 3 Remake

As previously noted, the mission system within the Dragon Quest 3 Remake distinguishes itself from the formulaic setups common in numerous modern titles. Even with quest markers activated, players receive minimal guidance. This lack of direction can be invigorating for players ready to explore but may be frustrating for those seeking clearer paths. This guide provides clarity on main missions versus side quests, categorizing all tasks that progress the story as essential missions. As the game lacks explicit chapter or mission names, we’ve devised our own groups based on major objectives.

Dragon Quest 3 Remake Part 1: All Keys & Ship

Mission 1 – Prologue: Character Creation & Party Recruiting

Select a name, appearance, and gender.
Complete a personality quiz.
Awake in Aliahan. Speak with your family before heading to Aliahan Castle.
Recruit party members at Patty’s Party Planning Place.

Mission 2 – The Thief’s Key

Depart from Aliahan to Reeve.
Navigate to Promontory Passage.
Conquer the Dreamer’s Tower dungeon to acquire the Thief’s Key.

Mission 3 – The Magic Key

Return to Reeve with the Thief’s Key to obtain the Wrecking Ball.
Take the Path of Promise to exit Aliahan Island.
Visit Romaria and optionally complete the King’s Crown/Robbin ‘Ood side-quest at Skyfell Tower.
Travel east through Asham and Nordy’s Grotto.
Clear the Pyramid dungeon to secure the Magic Key.

Mission 4 – Getting A Ship

Visit Portoga and speak with the King, who requests Black Pepper.
Exchange Black Pepper for a Ship.
Proceed to Baharata and explore the Kidnapper’s Cave dungeon.
Return to Baharata, then head to Alltrades Abbey to obtain Black Pepper.
Return to Portoga and claim your Ship.

Mission 5 – Merchantburg & The Ultimate Key

Now possessing a Ship, travel northeast to establish Merchantburg. Hire a Merchant to facilitate town development. The new town will initially appear as? ?? but will rename itself based on the Merchant you hired, evolving over time.
Seek the Ultimate Key.
Go to Lanson to purchase Fading Jenny.
In Edina, use Fading Jenny to bypass the front-gate guards. Solve the Edina Rock Puzzle to obtain the Bottomless Pot.
Utilize the Bottomless Pot at the Shallows Shrine to collect the Ultimate Key.

Dragon Quest 3 Remake Part 2: Orbs, Ramia, & Baramos

Mission 6 – Collect the Red Orb

Travel to the Pirates’ Den in the southeastern corner of the eastern continent.
Interact with the Captain’s Statue outside the den.
Access the secret area to acquire the Red Orb.

Mission 7 – Collect the Blue Orb

Head back to Lanson.
Use the Ultimate Key to enter the shrine.
Complete the Gaia’s Navel dungeon to retrieve the Blue Orb.

Mission 8 – Collect the Purple Orb

Visit Jipang on the southeastern edge of the western continent.
Find Yayoi in the western basement.
Explore Orochi’s Lair east of Jipang.
Defeat Orochi in the initial encounter, then pursue it to Jipang’s palace.
In the second confrontation, defeat Orochi to collect the Purple Orb.

Mission 9 – Collect the Green Orb

Visit Theddon during the night.
Utilize the Ultimate Key to unlock the jail cell in the northeast section of town.
Interact with the NPC inside.
Defeat the Dying Flames to obtain the Green Orb.

Mission 10 – Collect the Yellow Orb

As you progress through the Orb quests, expect to receive notifications related to Merchantburg.
On your fourth visit, find the Merchant has been overthrown. Speak with them in jail to discover the Yellow Orb‘s location, which lies behind the couch in their former residence.

Mission 11 – Get the Mod Rod

Travel to Manoza and investigate the king’s suspicious actions. Approach the king and let yourself be imprisoned.
Explore the Manoza Cave dungeon to find Ra’s Mirror.
Return to the King’s chambers at night to use Ra’s Mirror.
Defeat the Boss Troll to acquire the Mod Rod as your reward.

Mission 12 – Get the Boatman’s Bone & Lover’s Locket

Deliver the Mod Rod to the elderly man at Hermitage.
He will give you the Boatman’s Bone, allowing you to navigate to the bay with the Ghost Ship.
Complete the Ghost Ship mini-dungeon to retrieve the Lover’s Locket.

Mission 13 – Collect Mountaincleaver

Make your way to the Shrine of Shackles, situated on an island in the same bay as the Ghost Ship.
Retrieve Mountaincleaver from the skeletal figure within the jail cell.

Mission 14 – Collect the Silver Orb

You can now access the Volcano.
Defeat the Garboyle and hurl Mountaincleaver into the Volcano, triggering an eruption.
Follow the molten flow to the Maw of the Necrogond.
Complete the dungeon and visit the Necrogond Shrine to collect the Silver Orb.

Mission 15 – Unlock Ramia the Everbird, Collect the Sphere of Light

With all six Orbs acquired, go to the Shrine of the Everbird.
Place the orbs on their respective pedestals and witness the Everbird egg crack open.
Head to the Castle of the Dragon Queen to secure the Sphere of Light. This can be done at any point before entering Zoma’s Citadel.
You will now be able to fly across the map and access Baramos’s Lair.

Mission 16 – Baramos’s Lair

Soar over the mountains to land before Baramos’s Lair.
This expansive fortress is brimming with loot; take time to explore thoroughly.
Overcome Baramos to conclude Part 2.

Dragon Quest 3 Remake Part 3: Alefgard & Zoma

Mission 17 – Descent into Alefgard

Upon defeating Baramos, you’ll learn that the journey isn’t over. You will receive instructions to access the Pit of Giaga and the dark realm of Alefgard.
Your entry point is a small port located west of Tantegal.
Alefgard houses several locations, but only a few items are essential for progression. We recommend exploring for valuable loot and leveling up, as the final boss, Zoma, presents a formidable challenge. Ensure you’re adequately leveled before proceeding.
From Tantegal, set out to gather materials to create the Rainbow Bridge.

Mission 18 – Collect the Sunstone

Head to Tantegal Castle.
Retrieve the Sunstone from a chest located on the second floor.

Mission 19 – Collect the Staff of Rain

Visit the Shrine of the Spirit situated south of Cantlin.
Speak with the Faerie at the shrine to receive the Staff of Rain, the first essential item for creating the Rainbow Bridge.

Mission 20 – Collect the Faerie Flute

Journey to Kol.
Locate the Faerie Flute, which can be found just south of the hot springs.

Mission 21 – Free Rubiss & Scared Amulet

Head to the Tower of Rubiss on the northern islands of Alefgard.
Defeat the Soul of Baramos at the tower’s summit and utilize the Faerie Flute to liberate Rubiss.
You will have now acquired all three items necessary for the creation of the Rainbow Drop.

Mission 22 – Friday’s Citadel

At this point, you can construct the bridge leading to Zoma’s Citadel.
This mission culminates with your final confrontation against Zoma.

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