Dragon Quest 3 Remake: How to Get the Yellow Orb

This guide explains how to obtain the elusive Yellow Orb in the Dragon Quest 3 Remake. The Yellow Orb's location, Merchantburg (initially displayed as "???"), is unique because its name is determined by the merchant you hire.

Finding Merchantburg (???)

After obtaining the ship from the King of Portoga (requiring Black Pepper), Merchantburg is accessible in the northeast corner of the world map. Sail west from the coast to reach the eastern edge of the eastern continent.

Optimal Timing for Visiting Merchantburg

While orb collection order is flexible, visiting Merchantburg early is recommended. The town requires significant growth time before yielding the Yellow Orb. Establishing it early allows you to collect other orbs concurrently.

Obtaining the Yellow Orb

1. Hire a Merchant: Visit PALS in Aliahan to hire a merchant. Travel directly to Merchantburg to minimize combat.

2. Establish Merchantburg: Enter the building in Merchantburg and speak to the old man. Offer your newly hired merchant to establish the town. The town's name will then be set.

3. Merchantburg's Growth Stages: Merchantburg develops through five stages. You'll receive notifications to revisit after each growth spurt. The final stage involves a large cabaret. After leaving the cabaret, be wary of a security guard attempting to extort you.

4. The Merchant's Downfall: During your fourth visit, you'll notice the merchant's growing unpopularity. This precedes the final stage.

5. Retrieving the Yellow Orb: Visit Merchantburg at night during the fifth visit. The merchant will be imprisoned after a town revolt. Speak to the imprisoned merchant to learn the Yellow Orb's location. Return to the merchant's house; the orb is hidden behind the sofa.

The Yellow Orb is typically acquired near the end of the orb-collecting quest. Other orb locations include: Red Orb (Pirates' Den), Green Orb (Theddon), and Silver Orb (Maw of the Necrogond/Necrogond Shrine).