Dead Pepper Dig Locations

Discover all Dead Pepper dig locations in Final Fantasy IX, including Mountain Cracks and Dive Spots. Find valuable items and cards across the world map.

This guide details the locations where you can use the Dead Pepper item to find hidden treasures in Final Fantasy IX. These dig spots are divided into two categories: Mountain Cracks and Dive Spots.

Mountain Cracks:

1. Mountain Crack #1: Located on the frozen continent in the northwest, towards its northeast corner. Dig in the alcove of the mountain range. Rewards: 41 Lapis Lazulis, Rosetta Ring, Protect Ring, Airship Card.
2. Mountain Crack #2: Found on the Forgotten Continent, north of Oeilvert. Look for a crescent-like forest; the crack is next to it. Rewards: 19 Eye Drops, Madain’s Ring, Genji Helmet, Hilda Garde 1 Card. (Accessible during Disc 3 forced expedition or with Sky Ability).
3. Mountain Crack #3: Southwest of the previous crack on the Forgotten Continent, near an isolated forest. The crack is on a mountain ledge. Rewards: Maiden Prayer, Dragon’s Hair, Gauntlets, Odin Card. (Accessible during Disc 3 forced expedition or with Sky Ability).
4. Mountain Crack #4: Located on the large island north of the Outer Continent, where the mountains form a U-shape. This leads to Mognet Central. (Requires Ocean Ability).
5. Mountain Crack #5: Found in the northwest corner of the world map on an unmarked island. Land in the forest to find the crack. This leads to Chocobo’s Paradise. (Requires Sky Ability).

Dive Spots:

1. Dive Spot #1: In the middle of the ocean, towards the northern edge of the map. Look for bubbles. Rewards: 50 Potions, 25 Hi-Potions, 9 Ethers, 7 Elixirs. (Requires Ocean Ability).
2. Dive Spot #2: Southeastern tip of the Outer Continent, southwest of a long beach. Look for bubbles. Rewards: 8 Straw Hats, 8 Pearl Armlets, 7 Aloha T-shirts, 8 Sandals. (Requires Ocean Ability).
3. Dive Spot #3: Southern tip of the southwestern continent, in an alcove next to a forest. Look for bubbles. Rewards: 10 Remedies, Black Robe, Genji Gloves, Blue Narciss Card. (Requires Ocean Ability).
4. Dive Spot #4: Accessible from outside Quan’s Dwelling on the Mist Continent. Look for the prompt. Rewards: 9 Ores, 15 Topazes, Tiger Racket, Red Rose Card. (Requires Ocean Ability).
5. Dive Spot #5: Northwest of Shimmering Island, near a small glacier. This spot does not have bubbles and is only accessible on Disc 4. Rewards: 10 Aquamarines, Ultima Weapon, Maximillian, Invincible Card. (Requires Ocean Ability).