Ibis (Shop)

Your guide to the shops in Ibis for Dragon Quest III. Find out what equipment and items are available and their costs to prepare for your journey.

Alright, so you've made it to Ibis! This city has two Item Shops and one Equipment Shop, so let's break down what you can grab to beef up your party. It's always a good idea to stock up before heading into tougher areas, so pay attention to what's available.

Ibis Item Shops (West & East)

The Item Shops are pretty standard, offering consumables that can save your skin. You've got your trusty Medicinal Herbs (8 Gold) and Antidotal Herbs (10 Gold) for healing and curing poison. Don't forget Holy Water (20 Gold) to ward off undead and Chimaera Wings (25 Gold) for a quick escape back to town. You can also grab Strong Medicine (48 Gold) for more potent healing, Moonwort Bulbs (30 Gold) for status ailments, and Musk (150 Gold) which can be useful for certain enemies or situations.

The East shop also has some unique gear: a Silver Platter (1,400 Gold) for a good shield, a Pointy Hat (930 Gold) and Scholar's Cap (700 Gold) for helmets, and accessories like the Necklace of Immunity (320 Gold), Care Riviere (940 Gold), and Tore of Truth (700 Gold). These accessories can offer some nice defensive or utility bonuses, so check their effects!

Ibis Equipment Shop

This is where you'll spend your hard-earned Gold on weapons and armor. For weapons, you can get the Iron Axe (2,900 Gold), Holy Lance (2,200 Gold), Steel Broadsword (2,000 Gold), and the Staff of Antimagic (1,900 Gold). The Holy Lance is particularly good for Clerics and Paladins, while the Steel Broadsword is a solid choice for Warriors.

For shields, the Iron Shield (900 Gold) is a decent upgrade from earlier options, and the Bronze Shield (680 Gold) is a cheaper alternative. Helmets include the Iron Helmet (1,100 Gold), and for armor, you can get the Iron Armour (1,800 Gold) or the Leather Kilt (1,100 Gold). Don't overlook the Hen's Tooth (880 Gold) accessory, which might offer a useful stat boost.

Quick Shopping Tips:

• Prioritize armor and weapons that boost your party's survivability and damage output.
• Always keep a good stock of Medicinal Herbs and Antidotal Herbs, especially if you're exploring new areas.
• Chimaera Wings are lifesavers; never leave town without a few!
• Check the specific stats of accessories to see if they complement your party members' roles.