Conquer Baramos's Lair in Dragon Quest 3 Remake: A Comprehensive Guide
After securing the Six Orbs and hatching Ramia the Everbird, you're ready to tackle Baramos's Lair in Dragon Quest 3 Remake. This challenging dungeon serves as the ultimate test before venturing into the underworld. This guide details how to locate and complete Baramos's Lair in the HD-2D Remake.
Baramos's Lair is the formidable stronghold of the Archfiend Baramos, the game's primary antagonist in the early stages. Access is granted only after obtaining Ramia. Aim for a party level of at least 20 before attempting this challenge. The lair holds several valuable items, detailed below.
Reaching Baramos's Lair
Following the Maw of the Necrogond and acquisition of the Silver Orb, Ramia becomes available. Access Baramos's Lair by flying from either the Shrine of the Everbird or the Necrogond Shrine.
North of the Necrogond Shrine lies a mountainous island concealing Baramos's Lair. Ramia can transport you directly to the dungeon entrance. Simply proceed north and enter.
Navigating Baramos's Lair
Baramos's Lair deviates from typical dungeon structures. Instead of a linear progression, you'll traverse indoor and outdoor areas to reach Baramos.
The initial area, "Baramos's Lair – Surroundings," acts as a central outdoor hub. The following outlines the optimal path to the boss fight, with treasure locations detailed separately.
Main Path to Baramos:
- Upon entering from the overworld, bypass the main entrance. Instead, circumnavigate the castle's eastern side towards the northeastern pool.
- Ascend the stairs to the pool, turn left (west), and climb another set of stairs. Enter the door on your right.
- Navigate the Eastern Tower to its top and exit.
- Cross the castle roof southwest, descend the stairs, continue west, and traverse the gaps in the northwestern double wall. Use the northwestern stairs.
- Descend into the Central Tower. Utilize the Safe Passage spell to cross electrified floor panels and descend to B1 Passageway A.
- In B1 Passageway A, proceed east to the easternmost stairs.
- Ascend the stairs in the South-East Tower, heading northeast to the roof. Traverse west and descend to the western section. Cross the grass northwest and enter the door.
- Exit the short section in the Central Tower's northeast corner.
- Proceed north through B1 Passageway B to the stairs.
- Enter the Throne Room, avoiding floor panels, and exit south.
- From the Surroundings map, locate the Throne Room (northwest) and proceed east to Baramos's Den (northeast island) for the boss fight.
Baramos's Lair Treasure
Surroundings:
- Treasure 1 (Chest): Prayer Ring
- Treasure 2 (Buried): Flowing Dress
Central Tower:
- Treasure 1: Mimic (enemy)
- Treasure 2: Dragon Mail
South-East Tower:
- Treasure 1 (Chest): Hapless Helm
- Treasure 2 (Chest): Sage's Elixir
- Treasure 3 (Chest): Headsman's Axe
- Treasure 4 (Chest): Zombiesbane
B1 Passageway:
- Treasure 1 (Buried): Mini Medal
Throne Room:
- Treasure 1 (Buried): Mini Medal
Defeating Baramos
Baramos is a formidable opponent. Strategic planning and adequate leveling are crucial.
Baramos's Weaknesses:
- Crack (Ice spells)
- Woosh (Wind spells)
Prioritize high-level spells like Kacrack and Swoosh. Maintain a dedicated healer to counter Baramos's aggressive attacks. Focus on survival rather than speed.
Baramos's Lair Monsters
(Table of monsters and weaknesses omitted for brevity, as it's a large table and the paraphrasing would be extensive).
