Dragon Quest 3 Remake: Guide to Finding All Friendly Monsters

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Key Takeaways:

Friendly Monsters are hidden allies scattered across the world of Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, providing a unique challenge and valuable rewards.
Unlocking these monsters requires specific tools, timing, and sometimes even a specialized class, the Monster Wrangler, to interact with them.
This guide lists all known locations and requirements for each Friendly Monster to help you dominate the Monster Arena and make the most of your Monster Wrangler.

In the Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, a new feature has been introduced: Friendly Monsters. These creatures are hidden throughout the game in various locations, such as secret spots, towns, dungeons, and other areas across the vast in-game world. Once you unlock the ability to interact with them, you can decide whether or not to seek them out, but it’s highly recommended to participate. Building a relationship with these Friendly Monsters can significantly strengthen your Monster Wrangler class, which is a formidable asset in battles, especially in the Monster Arena.

To make things easier, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide on where to find each Friendly Monster and what specific requirements are needed for each encounter. Let’s dive in!

The Basics of Friendly Monsters in Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake

How to Unlock Friendly Monsters

You’ll encounter an NPC early on who introduces the concept of Friendly Monsters. Interacting with this NPC will unlock the feature, allowing you to find these monsters across the map. Although it’s optional, engaging with these monsters can give your Monster Wrangler a significant advantage in battle, making it a worthwhile pursuit.

Why You Need a Monster Wrangler

The Monster Wrangler class is essential for tracking down Friendly Monsters. Not only does this class offer powerful abilities in combat, but it also helps you interact with Friendly Monsters without needing to rely on stealth or special tools as much. If you haven’t unlocked the Monster Wrangler yet, it becomes available at Alltrades Abbey and the Tower of Transcendence. As soon as you can access these locations, it’s a good idea to switch to this class to make finding and taming Friendly Monsters easier.

Friendly Monsters by Type and Location

1. Antgobbler

Gobblebert: Underground Lake B2, east path
Antgobbler #2: Location unknown

2. Armful

Armstrong: Baramos’s Lair – upstairs, eastern side near the lake
Armadeus: Craggy Cavern, northwest downstairs path

3. Bag O’ Laughs

Smiley: Theddon Inn during the daytime
Sir Laugh-a-Lot: Reeve, near a horse at night (requires Ra’s Mirror)
Chortley: Asham, northwest corner hiding behind a fruit stand, daytime

4. Boreal Serpent

Boris: Icy Secret Spot northeast of Khoryvv (requires Everbird)

5. Bubble Slime

Bub: Skyfell Tower, 2nd floor corner
Anjellica: Ibis Castle throne room, left side near a pillar at night

6. Cannibox

Lecter: Fifer’s Spire, final area in the section with four chests
Yum-Yum: Kidnapper’s Cave, central room

7. Catula

Alutac: Alltrades Abbey, second floor up “C” stairs
Luna: Northeast side of Jipang at dusk

8. Chimaera

Polly: Rimuldar, northwest corner after a long route around town
Buddy: Rubiss Tower, same room as the Auroral Armor on the 4th floor
Chimaera #3: Location unknown

9. Crone Ranger

Hagatha: Dreamer’s Tower near the Inn (requires Ra’s Mirror)
Sabrina: Quagmire Cave, near the cave’s dead end (requires Ra’s Mirror)

10. Cumaulus

Cloud: Secret Spot northwest of Dwarf Cave in the afternoon
Rainey: Edina Castle, roof area on the right side (requires invisibility)
Fluffy: Northeast of Khoryvv, daytime

11. Cureslime

Curie: Lanson, eastern woods next to the shrine, daytime
Meddie: Outside Castle of the Dragon Queen
Mendy: Cloudsgate Citadel, right-side fountain

12. Elysium Bird

Beaker: Mountain near Aliahan (requires Everbird)
Cronus: North of Rimuldar Continent (requires Ra’s Mirror)

13. Franticore

Frantico: Cloudsgate Citadel, 4th floor

14. Gold Golem

Goldirox: Desert near Rimuldar

15. Goodybag

Jules: Merchanttown, final phase (requires Ra’s Mirror)
Pearl: Talontear Tunnel, northeast corner

16. Green Dragon

Green Giant: Post-game dungeon, Jipang Cave, large center section
Green Dragon #2: Location unknown

17. Handsome Crab

Snapper: Lozamii, near bridge at dusk
Pinchy: Ocean NW of Shallows Shrine (requires boat)

18. Healslime

Healie: Northwest of Ibis, afternoon
Fixer: Khoryvv, southern side of lake at dusk
Healiza: Southern coast of Lanson (requires boat)

19. Heedoo Voodoo

Whodoo: West of Theddon, night
Youdoo: West of Manoza Teleportal Shrine

20. Hocus-Poker

Mike: Damdara, up the sandhill with a girl (requires Ra’s Mirror)

21. Imp

Forker: Edina Castle, 1st floor, northeast corner at night
Prongley: Pirate’s Den, Captain’s bed during the day

22. Infernal Serpent

Soaron: On the way to Zoma’s Citadel

23. Liquid Metal Slime

Quicksilver: Zoma’s Citadel, B3 Pit Room

24. Lump Shaman

Manny: North of Manoza at night

25. Magmalice

Alice: Cave of Jipang, southeast corner on the first floor

26. Man O’ War

Jellie: North of Reeve on the ocean at dusk (requires boat)

27. Mermaniac

Mercurio: Tower of Rubiss, 1st floor, southwest corner (requires Ra’s Mirror)

28. Metal Slime

Steelie: Romarian Outpost near the telepad (requires Ultimate Key)

29. Mimic

Death: Maw of the Necrogrond, Floor 3

Tips for Finding Friendly Monsters

Finding and taming all these Friendly Monsters can be a time-consuming task, but here are a few tips to make the process smoother:

Track Time of Day: Many monsters only appear at specific times, like dusk, night, or daytime. Plan your search based on these time requirements, and be prepared to wait if you arrive early.
Use Ra’s Mirror: Some monsters disguise themselves as other characters. Use Ra’s Mirror to reveal their true form and initiate interactions.
Upgrade to Monster Wrangler Early: If possible, switch to the Monster Wrangler class as soon as it becomes available. This class not only helps with finding Friendly Monsters but also enhances your party’s effectiveness in combat.
Get a Boat and Everbird: Access to a boat and the Everbird will expand your reach, allowing you to visit hidden islands and remote locations where many Friendly Monsters are located.
Repeat Visits: Some monsters might not appear on your first visit due to certain conditions. Don’t hesitate to revisit locations if a monster is initially missing.

FAQs About Friendly Monsters in Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake

Q: Do I need to find every Friendly Monster to complete the game?
A: No, finding Friendly Monsters is an optional activity, though it provides significant benefits, especially if you’re focused on the Monster Arena or strengthening your Monster Wrangler class.

Q: What is Ra’s Mirror, and why is it important?
A: Ra’s Mirror is a special tool that reveals hidden monsters disguised as other characters. It’s essential for locating certain Friendly Monsters, so make sure to acquire it.

Q: Can I find all Friendly Monsters without the Monster Wrangler class?
A: While it’s technically possible, having a Monster Wrangler in your party makes the process much easier. Without it, you’ll need additional tools and stealth techniques to interact with some monsters.

Q: Do I need the boat or Everbird to find all Friendly Monsters?
A: Yes, some Friendly Monsters are located on remote islands or secret spots only accessible by boat or Everbird, so having these means of transportation is crucial.

Q: Are there any benefits to befriending Friendly Monsters?
A: Yes! Befriending Friendly Monsters strengthens your Monster Wrangler class, and some of these monsters are valuable allies in the Monster Arena, giving you an edge in battles.