This guide explains how to obtain the elusive Yellow Orb in the Dragon Quest 3 Remake. The Yellow Orb is found in Merchantburg, a town initially appearing as "???" on the map. Its name is determined by the merchant you hire and leave there.

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 be visible if enabled. You can reach it by sailing west from the coast, reaching the easternmost edge of the eastern continent.

Optimal Timing for Merchantburg

While orb collection order is flexible, establishing 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

Establishing Merchantburg:

1. Hire a merchant from PALS in Aliahan. Minimize combat en route.
2. In Merchantburg, enter the sole building. Speak to the old man who desires a merchant to found the town.
3. Offer your hired merchant. They'll leave your party and establish the town, revealing its name.

Returning to Merchantburg:

Merchantburg progresses through five growth stages, each prompting a return visit. The first four visits show increasing town size, culminating in a large club's construction. On the fourth visit, the merchant's growing arrogance will become apparent.

Acquiring the Yellow Orb:

On the fifth visit (at night), the merchant will be absent. The town revolted, imprisoning him in the house south of his. Speak to the jailed merchant to learn the Yellow Orb's location. Return to the merchant's house; the orb is marked behind the sofa.

The Yellow Orb is usually the penultimate orb acquired. Other orb locations: Red Orb (Pirates' Den), Green Orb (Theddon), Silver Orb (Maw of the Necrogond/Necrogond Shrine).