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THE BAD CAVE............................................................WALK19
Dragon Quest IX

THE BAD CAVE............................................................WALK19

Follow this Dragon Quest IX walkthrough to navigate The Bad Cave, defeat the Tyrantula boss, and acquire valuable items like Hephaestus' Flame and a Mini Medal.

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Follow this Dragon Quest IX walkthrough to navigate The Bad Cave, defeat the Tyrantula boss, and acquire valuable items like Hephaestus' Flame and a Mini Medal.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Head north from the entrance and follow the path upwards for a scene.
  2. 2
    Continue forward, check the sign, and sit on the chair for another scene.
  3. 3
    Climb down the nearby ladder, go east, and enter the hole.
  4. 4
    Go south and unlock the door.
  5. 5
    Head northeast, opening two blue chests.
  6. 6
    Follow the narrow path and take the right exit first to find [HEPHAESTUS' FLAME].
  7. 7
    Take the west exit and follow the straight path to B1, opening a blue chest.
  8. 8
    On B1, go north and open a chest for a [MINI MEDAL].
  9. 9
    Go to the west part of B1 and head north to pick up [1700 GOLD COINS]. There is also a blue chest in the middle of this floor.
  10. 10
    On B2, the blue chest near the exit is a Cannibox. Metal Medley enemies may appear here, carrying over 12000 EXP and attempting to flee. Use Metal Slash or similar moves to defeat them quickly (they have 5 HP).
  11. 11
    Proceed north to the next screen. Heal up and talk to Marionette.
  12. 12
    After the scene, examine the monster.
  13. 13
    After the battle, examine Marionette's body for a scene.
  14. 14
    Cast Evac to return to Bloomingdale.
  15. 15
    Go to the mansion graveyard and examine the doll to get the fourth [FYGG].
  16. 16
    Speak with the old man at the port to acquire your ship.
  17. 17
    Sail to the continent north of Bloomingdale and find the town of Gleeba in the desert.
Tips
  • When sailing, use the control pad to steer and press A to dock. Press B to enter your ship.
  • Search barrels, jars, wardrobes, and bookshelves for items and recipes.
  • Be aware that sailing involves random enemy encounters.

Boss Fight: Tyrantula

Stats / Weaknesses:

  • Venomissile: Hits all party members and may poison.
  • Sticky Web: Immobilizes party members for 1-2 turns.
  • Eerie Light: Increases susceptibility to status ailments.
  • Wind Sickles: Hit-all attack dealing 20-24 damage.
  • Fly Swat & Egg On: May deal extra damage.

Strategy:

  • Focus on attacking the boss.
  • Heal HP and poison status effects as needed.

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