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Shrine of Shackles Map and Available Items

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This is a location guide for Shrine of Shackles in Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake (DQ3). This page contains information on how to reach Shrine of Shackles, items and equipment you can obtain, and tips on the locale.

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Shrine of Shackles Location

Head West from Olivia's Promontory

Shrine of Shackles can be accessed by using the Luv Memory in Olivia's Promontory and heading west.

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Shrine of Shackles Items

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Item How to Get
Mountaincleaver [SNES/NES]
Found behind the corpse in the southeast cell.
Mini Medal [SNES]
Found in a pot at the northwest cell.

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Obtain Gaia Sword

Shrine of Shackles Gaia Sword
Players can obtain Gaia Sword by examining the floor behind the corpse in the southeast cell. Gaia Sword isn't a strong weapon but is essential for Gondo Cave, hence, players are advised to collect it.

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Use Gaia Sword on the Volcano

Using the Gaia Sword on the volcano will cause an eruption, turning the nearby sea into land with lava. This opens up a path to the next dungeon: Gondo Cave.

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