Smart Shopping: Selling and Buying Equipment
Managing your inventory and finances is a crucial aspect of Dragon Quest XI S. Deciding what to sell and what to keep, and knowing where to find the best equipment, can significantly impact your progression and overall enjoyment of the game. The game features numerous towns and shops, each offering a selection of weapons, armor, and accessories. However, not all gear is created equal, and understanding the value of items, both for personal use and for potential crafting, is key to making smart economic decisions. Selling unwanted items is your primary source of income, funding your purchases of better gear.
Before parting with any item, it's wise to consult the crafting system (the 'Fun-Sized Forge'). Many seemingly mundane items are essential components for creating powerful weapons and armor. Selling them prematurely can lead to regret later in the game when you discover you lack a critical crafting material. Conversely, knowing which shops offer the best upgrades for your current party members at each stage of the game will save you time and money. Keep an eye on the recommended levels for new areas, as they often correspond with the types of equipment available in nearby towns.
Where to Buy Equipment
- Town Shops: Each major town and city has weapon shops, armor shops, and item shops selling several goods.
- Specialty Shops: Some locations might have unique vendors or access to rarer items.
- Crafting: The Fun-Sized Forge allows you to create powerful equipment using materials found throughout the world.
What to Sell and What to Keep
- Sell:
- Common crafting materials you have in abundance.
- Weapons and armor that are significantly outclassed by your current gear and are not needed for crafting.
- Consumable items you rarely use.
- Keep:
- Items listed as 'Materials' in your inventory that are required for crafting recipes. Check the Fun-Sized Forge for recipes.
- Unique or rare accessories that offer valuable passive effects.
- Items that are part of specific side quests.
Tips for Smart Selling and Buying
- Check Recipes First: Before selling any item, especially materials, check the Fun-Sized Forge to see if it's needed for any recipes.
- Prioritize Party Needs: When buying new gear, focus on upgrades that benefit your current active party members.
- Sell in Bulk: Once you've confirmed items aren't needed for crafting, selling them in larger quantities can be more efficient.
- Money Farming: If you need gold, consider farming specific enemies for valuable drops that can be sold for a good price (e.g., Devilry Drinker shields from Hooper Duper in Act 3).
- Don't Hoard Excessively: While it's good to keep crafting materials, don't let your inventory become overly cluttered with items you'll likely never use.