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'''Zenithia''' is the name of a fictional sky castle from the video game series ''[[Dragon Quest]]''. The first appearance is in ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'', and the castle is one of several elements from ''[[Dragon Quest IV|IV]]'', ''[[Dragon Quest V|V]]'', and ''[[Dragon Quest VI|VI]]'' which connects the three games as a distant trilogy; this group was often called the ''Tenku'' (Japanese for ''Heaven'', or ''Sky''), or the ''Tenkuu no Shiro'' (''Castle in the Sky'') trilogy until Square Enix branded them as the [[Zenithia Trilogy]] in 2008.
'''Zenithia''' is the name of the sky castle that appears in several games in the {{DQSeries}}.
 
The first appearance is in {{DQ4}}, and the castle is one of several elements from the eponymous [[Zenithia trilogy]].


==Description==
==Description==
Zenithia is home to a powerful [[Zenith Dragon|dragon]], lord of the skies, and the winged, angel-like Zenithian people. Zenithians are an insular culture who avoid contact with those on the ground if at all possible, but there have been instances where they have fallen off the clouds by accident or descended to earth of their own volition.
Zenithia is home to the powerful [[Zenith Dragon]] who serves as the guardian of the world, and the winged, angel-like [[Zenithian]] people. Zenithians are an insular culture who avoid contact with those on the surface, but there have been instances where they have fallen off the clouds by accident or descended to earth of their own volition. Zenithia is considered to be a myth by the world at large in each game it appears in, though researchers and clairvoyant {{NPC}}s give the player hints to its existence throughout the course of an adventure.  
 
Zenithia is one of the few locations in [[Square Enix]]'s DS remake ''[[Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen]]'' to [[List of Name Changes in the Zenithia Trilogy|keep the name]] used in the original localization.


The counterpart to Zenithia is [[Nadiria]], the underworld.
The counterpart to Zenithia is [[Nadiria]], the underworld from which demons crawl forth. The antagonistic relationship between the two is the driving plot component in {{Dragon Quest V}}, as the actions taken by the villains to destroy the castle directly lead to the inclusion of the game's {{Hero 5}} and his family in the war against [[Nadiria]].  


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===''[[Dragon Quest III]]''===
==={{DQ4}}===
A sky castle at the end of ''[[Dragon Quest III]]'s'' remake bonus dungeon is called Cloudsgate Citadel, and the resident monarch refers to himself as King Zenith. It is unclear whether this castle and Zenithia are one in the same, or merely a reference to later games in the series. More importantly, the castle is home to [[Xenlon]]--the wish-granting guardian of the heavens.  
Zenithia made its first appearance as the final overworld location the [[Chosen Ones]] travel to before descending into [[Nadiria]]. The castle can be accessed by climbing the [[Stairway to Zenithia]] near the [[Azimuth]], which goes as far up to the sky. While at Zenithia, the {{Hero 4}} is given additional experience points by the [[Zenith Dragon]], enough to raise them one level. The [[Zenith Dragon|Dragon]] also unlocks the {{Zenithian sword}}'s true powers, as it will be needed for the final confrontation. In the wake of [[Psaro the Manslayer]]'s transformation in Nadiria, a beam of malice is emitted from the heart of the underworld and reaches the skies, burning a hole in the clouds. This hole gives the {{Hero 4}} and {{Party 4}} access to the [[Doorway to Nadiria]], directly below the castle.


''Reaching the castle''
In one of the castle chambers, a Zenithian woman can be interacted with. Her dialogue seems to imply that she is the {{Hero 4}}'s long-lost mother. In addition, a diary can be found in the library reveals more information about the {{Hero 4}}'s mother. In the adjacent rooms, the {{Hero 4}} can obtain a phial of [[Yggdrasil dew]] if they does not have any at the moment.
{{spoiler|start}}
[[Image:God_Dragon-Zenith.gif|right]]
The citadel is reached by stepping into the light of the stained glass windows at the [[Castle of the Dragon Queen|Dragon Queen's palace]] in the normal world, although this only occurs if the player has already defeated Zoma and seen the ending, earning the "Erdrick" title on their save file on the loading screen.


The heroes will find themselves on a floating island surrounded by thick clouds. On this island is a deep cave, containing many rooms resembling those seen previously.  The floors include:
If the {{Hero 4}} interacts with [[Orifiela]], she will allow her dragon companion, [[Sparkie]], to accompany the Hero as a temporary party member. [[Sparkie]] acts on his own accord as do all guest characters, but focuses exclusively on attacking with his claws and breath.  
* The 2nd and 5th floor of [[Gondo Cave]].
* The 1st floor of [[Cave Northeast of Jipang]].
* The 2nd floor of the [[Pyramid]] (the stairway on the upper righthand area leads to a room modeled after the basement of [[Tantegel Castle]]).
* The 2nd floor of the [[Cave West of Norvik]] (The healing spring is also present).
* The 1st floor of Gondo Cave.
* The prison room of [[Manoza]] Castle.


Many fierce monsters populate this dungeon, including an alternate form of [[Baramos]] known as Baramonsters. The final room of the dungeon is a monster arena, where the heroes fight inside the ring.
====Treasures====
 
*[[Mini medal]]
''Riddles''
*[[Yggdrasil dew]]
A man in the throne room will ask the player 3 riddles with each one rewarding the player with a different item:
*A [[Theddon|town]] in ruins.  [[Beast claw|What]] glitters beneath the cross?
*A enclosed [[Cantlin|town]] in a [[Alefgard|dark world]].  [[Dark robe|It]] sleeps among flowers...
*The [[Luzami|gazer of stars]] notices not [[Sage's stone|what]] lies at his feet...
{{spoiler|end}}
 
===''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''===
In ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'', Zenithia makes its first appearance. The castle can be accessed by climbing the [[Stairway to Zenithia]] near the [[Azimuth]], which goes as far up to the sky.  It is directly above the entrance to [[Nadiria]]. While at Zenithia, the [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|hero]] is given additional experience points by the Zenith Dragon, enough to raise them one level.
 
===''[[Dragon Quest V]]''===
In ''[[Dragon Quest V]]'', Zenithia has fallen into a lake south of [[Lofty Peak]]. This happened when the [[Golden Orb]], half of a set of magical orbs that supported the castle in the sky, fell from its place in the foundation of the castle to the land below.  Once recovered and returned to the [[Zenith Dragon]], it will make Zenithia rise again but not to it's full height. With this partially restored power, the castle can move freely around the lower sky and is one of the methods of travel used by the [[Hero (Dragon Quest V)|hero]] to fly around the world map -- it's the only means of reaching the secluded [[Talon Tower]].
 
===''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''===
Cloudsgate Citadel is sealed away by [[Demon Lord]] [[Dhuran]] in ''[[Dragon Quest VI]]'', and a giant hole is left behind in its place in the [[Upper World]]. It can be restored to its proper place by defeating Dhuran. After [[Mortamor]] is defeated, the upper world begins to disintegrate; Cloudsgate Citadel remains as the only part of it that can still be seen and, floating above the real world, it becomes the Zenithia known in ''Dragon Quest IV'' and ''Dragon Quest V''.
 
==Legendary Equipment==
''Main article: [[Zenithian Equipment]]''


There exists a set of legendary weapons and armor hailing from Zenithia.
==={{DQ5}}===
Most commonly known as the [[Zenithian Sword|Zenithian sword]], armor, shield and helmet; only a hero of Zenithian descent can wear them.  The entire set is required to be allowed entry into the Stairway to Zenithia in ''Dragon Quest IV''--if the hero is not present in the party, the gate will not open.  
Zenithia has fallen into a lake south of [[Lofty Peak]] several years before the game's story begins. This happened when the [[Gold Orb]], half of a set of magical orbs that power the castle, was knocked from its pedestal by a cloud of miasma rising from [[Nadiria]] during the [[Zenith Dragon]]'s tour of the world in the form of a [[human]]. The orb fell to earth and landed in [[Uptaten Towers]], where it was discovered by the {{Hero 5}} as a child.


In ''Dragon Quest VI'', the sword is called the [[Zenithian Equipment#Sword of Ramias|Sword of Ramias]], the armor is the [[Zenithian Equipment#Armour of Orgo|Armour of Orgo]], the shield is the [[Zenithian Equipment#Shield of Valora|Shield of Valora]], and the helmet is the [[Zenithian Equipment#Helm of Sebath|Helm of Sebath]].
The [[Zenithian]]s sent themselves into suspended animation to survive the flooding of their home during their leader's absence. The {{Hero 5}} and his companions will attempt to raise Zenithia on the behalf of [[Zenith Dragon|Dr. Agon]], a peculiar man that they had rescued from a several decade-long ride in a minecart in the [[Diggery Pokery]]. The man uses magic to observe what had happened to the castle, and sees the [[Gold Orb]] falling to earth, being rediscovered, and then destroyed by Bishop [[Ladja]]. He states that all is not lost, however, and sends the party to the [[Faerie Lea]]--the two orbs that power Zenithia were crafted by the fair folk and there is a chance that duplicates can be made. After a brief stint of time travel at the [[Faerie Palace]], the {{Hero 5}} returns with the [[Gold Orb]] in hand and Zenithia rises from it's watery tomb.


[[Square Enix]] has released the Zenithian Sword and Sword of Ramias as part of their ''[[Dragon Quest Legend Items]]'' series - miniature collectible toy replicas of artifacts from the ''Dragon Quest'' universe.
With this partially restored power, the castle can move freely around the lower sky and is one of the methods of travel used by the {{Hero 5}} to traverse around the world map -- it's the only means of reaching the secluded [[Talon Tower]].


[[File:Zenithia.png|right|thumb|200px|Zenithia, from Square Enix's [[Dragon Quest World Gallery]] series]]
Aside from the hidden passageway leading to the two orb pedestals, Zenithia's physical layout is largely unchanged from its previous appearance in {{IV}}. The hole in the clouds is still present as well, although it no longer serves any purpose aside from a swift exit. In addition, the diary containing information about the previous Legendary {{Hero 4}}'s mother is still present in the library, although its pages have aged to the point where only a small portion of the original passage can be read.


==Treasures==
====Treasures====
{| border="0" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" width="100%"
| valign="top" width="30%" |
===(Dragon Quest III)===
*2 [[Seed of strength|Seeds of strength]]
*6 [[Mini medal]]s
*[[Cower ring]]
*[[Destructiball]]
*[[Elevating  shoes]]
*[[Hero book]]
*[[Ruby wristband]]
*[[Staff of Strife]]
*[[Mountaincleaver]]
*[[Shield of shame]]
*[[Seed of life]]
*[[T'n'T ticket]]
===(Dragon Quest IV)===
*[[Mini medal]]
*[[Yggdrasil dew]]
| valign="top" width="30%" |
===(Dragon Quest V)===
*[[Grappling hook]]
*[[Grappling hook]]
*[[Mini medal]]
*[[Mini medal]]
*[[T'n'T ticket]]
*[[T'n'T ticket]]
*[[Yggdrasil dew]]
*[[Yggdrasil dew]]
*[[Zenithian tintinnabulum]]
*[[Zenithian Tintinnabulum]]
| valign="top" width="30%" |
===(Dragon Quest VI)===
*2 [[Mini medal]]s
*2 [[Yggdrasil leaf]]s (2nd one is found after the castle rises into the [[Phantom World]])
*[[Seed of life]]
*[[Yggdrasil dew]]
|}


==Nearby monsters==
==Legendary Equipment==
''(Dragon Quest III)''
''Main article: [[Zenithian Equipment]]''
*[[Abracadabrer]]
*[[Baramonster]]
*[[Dragon zombie]]
*[[EvilCrab]]
*[[DarkTroll]]
*[[Gold golem]]
*[[Great keeper]]
*[[Grievous bodily arm]]
*[[King Hydra]]
*[[Infernal serpent]]
*[[Mimic]]
*[[Metal chimaera]]


''(Dragon Quest VI)''
There exists a set of legendary weapons and armor hailing from Zenithia, which are mandatory obtained in order to advance through the game. Most commonly known as the {{Zenithian sword}}, armor, shield and helmet; only a hero of [[Zenithian]] descent can wear them.  The entire set is required to be allowed entry into the Stairway to Zenithia in {{IV}}--if the {{Hero 4}} is not present in the {{Party 4}}, the gate will not open.
*[[Battering ram]]
*[[Darkgoyle]]
*[[Hellstalker]]
*[[Metal slime]]
*[[Jumping jackal]]
*[[Urnexpected]]


==Bosses==
[[Square Enix]] has released the {{Zenithian sword}} and {{Sword of Ramias}} as part of their ''[[Dragon Quest Legend Items]]'' series - miniature collectible toy replicas of artifacts from the {{Main Series}} universe.
''(Dragon Quest VI)''
*[[Überkilling machine]]
*[[Iron tortoise]]
*[[Terry]]
*[[Dhuran]]


==Inhabitants==
[[File:Zenithia.png|right|thumb|200px|Zenithia, from Square Enix's ''[[Dragon Quest World Gallery]]'' series]]
An inhabitant of Zentihia is called a zenithian; notable zenithians appearing in ''Dragon Quest IV'', ''V'', or ''VI'' are:


* '''[[Zenith Dragon]]''' (formerly ''Master Dragon'') - The ruler of Zenithia in ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'' & ''[[Dragon Quest V]]''. In IV, he asks the party to defeat [[Psaro the Manslayer]]. In V, he offers to carry the party on his back through the skies after the castle is restored.
==Notable inhabitants==
* '''[[Orifiela]]''' (formerly ''Lucia'') - She appears in the game ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'', as a Zenithian who has fallen to the world below and was unable to return to Zenithia. The party meets her at the top of the [[Yggdrasil]], and she participates in battle as an uncontrollable partner.
*'''Zenith Dragon''' (Originally '''Master Dragon''') - The ruler of Zenithia in the fourth and fifth games. In {{IV}}, he defeated [[Estark]] in the past and asks the {{Party 4}} to defeat [[Psaro the Manslayer]]. In {{V}}, he offers to carry the {{Party 4}}, on his back through the skies after the castle is restored.
* '''Dr Agon''' (formerly ''Pusan'') - An enigmatic person who comes from the Castle of Zenithia. He appears in ''[[Dragon Quest V]]'', and he may be more than he seems at first.
*'''Orifiela''' (Originally '''Lucia''') - She appears in the the fourth game as a [[Zenithian]] who has fallen to the world below and was unable to return to Zenithia. The party meets her at the top of the [[Yggdrasil]], and she participates in battle as an uncontrollable partner.
* '''King Zenith'''. The ruler of Cloudsgate Citadel in ''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''. He is humanoid, unlike the Zenith Dragon, and advises the party after the dreadfiend Durhan is removed from his home.
* '''[[Zenith Dragon|Dr Agon]]''' - An enigmatic person who comes from the Castle of Zenithia. He appears in {{V}}, and he may be more than he seems at first.
* '''[[Sparkie]]''' (formerly ''Doran'') - A young dragon who is sent by Zenith Dragon to help the party in their fight against [[Psaro the Manslayer]]. He appears in ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'' as an uncontrollable party member.
* '''Sparkie''' (Originally '''Doran''')- A young dragon who is sent by [[Orifiela]] to help the {{Party 4}}, in their fight against [[Psaro the Manslayer]].  
* '''[[Oopsy and Daisy]]''' - Both are elfin girls who first appear in [[Birdsong Tower]] in Chapter 2 of ''DQIV''.  They leave upon [[Alena]], [[Kiryl]] & [[Borya]] reaching the top of the tower, and accidentally drop [[Birdsong nectar]].  They appear again in Chapter 5 & 6 in Zenithia voicing their distrust of human, but concede respect for The Hero and company upon their victory of [[Psaro]] ([[Aamon]] in Chapter 6).
* '''[[Oopsy and Daisy]]''' - Both are elfin girls who first appear in [[Birdsong Tower]] in {{DQ4 Chapter 2}} of {{IV}}.  They leave upon [[Alena]], [[Kiryl]] & [[Borya]] reaching the top of the tower, and accidentally drop the [[Birdsong nectar]].  They appear again in {{DQ4 Chapters 5 & 6}} in Zenithia voicing their distrust of [[human]]s, but concede respect for The {{Hero 4}} and company upon their victory of {{Psaro B}}.
* According to the games, at least one  woman from Zenithia became involved in a relationship with a human, leaving an offspring that is half-human and half-Zenithian.


==Background music==
==Musical themes==
* The theme for Zenithia was called "Unknown Castle" in the Japanese [[soundtrack]] for ''Dragon Quest IV''.
*The theme for Zenithia was called "Unknown Castle" in the Japanese [[soundtrack]] for {{IV}}.
* ''[[Dragon Quest V]]'''s theme was simply called "Heaven".
* {{Dragon Quest V}}'s theme was simply called "Heaven".
* ''[[Dragon Quest VI]]'' does not have a special theme for Zenithia; instead it uses the regular castle theme, "At the Palace".


==Notes==
==Maps & Gallery==
* The Zenithians could be compared to [[Celestrian]]s in ''[[Dragon Quest IX]]'', though they play a significantly smaller role in the world they inhabit than the latter does, with only the Zenith Dragon taking an active role in world affairs.
<center><gallery>
DQ Museum Zenithia.png|''Dragon Quest Museum'' Shibuya, Japan.
</gallery></center>


==Gallery==
===<small>'{{Dragon Quest IV}}'</small>===
<center><gallery>
<center><gallery>
Image:DQ VI SF Zenithian Castle.png|Zenithia Castle earthbound in ''Dragon Quest VI'' ([[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|SF]])
DQ IV NES Zenithian Castle.png|Zenithia Castle in {{Dragon Quest IV}}. ({{NES}})
Image:DQ IV NES Zenithian Castle.png|Zenithia Castle in ''Dragon Quest IV'' (NES)
Zenithia artwork.jpg|Official art of Zenithia, circa 2001
Image:DQ V SF Zenithian Castle underwater.png|Underwater Zenithia Castle in ''Dragon Quest V'' (SF)
DQ IV Android Zenithia Outside.jpg|
Image:DQ V SF Zenithian Castle risen.png|Zenithia Castle risen in ''Dragon Quest V'' (SF)
DQ IV Android Zenithia 1.jpg|
Image:Zenith-DQIII.gif|Cloudsgate Citadel as presented in the remakes of ''III'
DQ IV Android Zenithia 2.jpg|
File:DQ III SF Zenith dungeon.png|The citadel's layout
DQ IV Android Zenithia 3.jpg|
File:Stormsgate Citadel.png|The corrupted Cloudsgate
DQ IV Android Zenithia 4.jpg|
File:Cloudsgate citadel.jpg|Cloudsgate in its natural state
DQ IV Android Zenithia 5.jpg|
File:DQ Museum Zenithia.png|''Dragon Quest Museum'' Shibuya, Japan
DQ IV Android Zenithia 6.jpg|
File:Zenithia rising.jpg|Zenithia rising from its sunken slumber
DQ IV Android Zenithia 7.jpg|
DQ IV Android Zenithia 8.jpg|
</gallery></center>
 
===<small>'{{Dragon Quest V}}'</small>===
<center><gallery>
DQ V SF Zenithian Castle underwater.png|Underwater Zenithia Castle in {{Dragon Quest V}}. ({{SFC}})
DQ V SF Zenithian Castle risen.png|Zenithia Castle risen in {{Dragon Quest V}}. ({{SFC}})
Zenithia rising.jpg|Zenithia rising from its sunken slumber.
DQ V Android Zenithia Castle Outside 1.jpg|
DQ V Android Zenithia Castle Outside 2.jpg|
DQ V Android Watery Zenithia 1.jpg|
DQ V Android Watery Zenithia 2.jpg|
DQ V Android Silver Orb On Zenithian Altar 1.jpg|Silver Orb. ([[Cell phone]])
DQ V Android Gold Bauble On Zenithian Altar.jpg|[[Gold Orb]]. ([[Cell phone]])
DQ V Android Gold Orb On Zenithian Altar 1.jpg|[[Gold Orb#Gold bauble|Gold Orb]]. ([[Cell phone]])
DQ V Android Watery Zenithia 3.jpg|
DQ V Android Watery Zenithia 4.jpg|
DQ V Android Silver Orb On Zenithian Altar 2.jpg|
DQ V Android Gold Orb On Zenithian Altar 2.jpg
DQ V Android Zenithia 1.jpg|
DQ V Android Zenith Dragon.jpg|
</gallery></center>
 
===<small>'{{Dragon Quest VI}}'</small>===
<center><gallery>
DQ VI SF Zenithian Castle.png|Zenithia Castle earthbound in {{Dragon Quest VI}} ({{SFC}})
</gallery></center>
</gallery></center>


==See Also==
==See Also==
*[[Alefgard]]
*[[Cloudsgate Citadel]]
*[[Ice Cave]]
*The [[Observatory]]
*[[Pinnacle Chapel]]
*[[Reaper's Peak]]
*[[Zenithia.com]]
*[[Zenithia.com]]
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{{DQIVNav}}
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Latest revision as of 06:05, 5 April 2026

Zenithia is the name of the sky castle that appears in several games in the Dragon Quest series.

The first appearance is in Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen, and the castle is one of several elements from the eponymous Zenithia trilogy.

Description[edit | edit source]

Zenithia is home to the powerful Zenith Dragon who serves as the guardian of the world, and the winged, angel-like Zenithian people. Zenithians are an insular culture who avoid contact with those on the surface, but there have been instances where they have fallen off the clouds by accident or descended to earth of their own volition. Zenithia is considered to be a myth by the world at large in each game it appears in, though researchers and clairvoyant NPCs give the player hints to its existence throughout the course of an adventure.

The counterpart to Zenithia is Nadiria, the underworld from which demons crawl forth. The antagonistic relationship between the two is the driving plot component in Dragon Quest V, as the actions taken by the villains to destroy the castle directly lead to the inclusion of the game's Hero and his family in the war against Nadiria.

Appearances[edit | edit source]

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen[edit | edit source]

Zenithia made its first appearance as the final overworld location the Chosen Ones travel to before descending into Nadiria. The castle can be accessed by climbing the Stairway to Zenithia near the Azimuth, which goes as far up to the sky. While at Zenithia, the Hero is given additional experience points by the Zenith Dragon, enough to raise them one level. The Dragon also unlocks the Zenithian sword's true powers, as it will be needed for the final confrontation. In the wake of Psaro the Manslayer's transformation in Nadiria, a beam of malice is emitted from the heart of the underworld and reaches the skies, burning a hole in the clouds. This hole gives the Hero and party access to the Doorway to Nadiria, directly below the castle.

In one of the castle chambers, a Zenithian woman can be interacted with. Her dialogue seems to imply that she is the Hero's long-lost mother. In addition, a diary can be found in the library reveals more information about the Hero's mother. In the adjacent rooms, the Hero can obtain a phial of Yggdrasil dew if they does not have any at the moment.

If the Hero interacts with Orifiela, she will allow her dragon companion, Sparkie, to accompany the Hero as a temporary party member. Sparkie acts on his own accord as do all guest characters, but focuses exclusively on attacking with his claws and breath.

Treasures[edit | edit source]

Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride[edit | edit source]

Zenithia has fallen into a lake south of Lofty Peak several years before the game's story begins. This happened when the Gold Orb, half of a set of magical orbs that power the castle, was knocked from its pedestal by a cloud of miasma rising from Nadiria during the Zenith Dragon's tour of the world in the form of a human. The orb fell to earth and landed in Uptaten Towers, where it was discovered by the Hero as a child.

The Zenithians sent themselves into suspended animation to survive the flooding of their home during their leader's absence. The Hero and his companions will attempt to raise Zenithia on the behalf of Dr. Agon, a peculiar man that they had rescued from a several decade-long ride in a minecart in the Diggery Pokery. The man uses magic to observe what had happened to the castle, and sees the Gold Orb falling to earth, being rediscovered, and then destroyed by Bishop Ladja. He states that all is not lost, however, and sends the party to the Faerie Lea--the two orbs that power Zenithia were crafted by the fair folk and there is a chance that duplicates can be made. After a brief stint of time travel at the Faerie Palace, the Hero returns with the Gold Orb in hand and Zenithia rises from it's watery tomb.

With this partially restored power, the castle can move freely around the lower sky and is one of the methods of travel used by the Hero to traverse around the world map -- it's the only means of reaching the secluded Talon Tower.

Aside from the hidden passageway leading to the two orb pedestals, Zenithia's physical layout is largely unchanged from its previous appearance in IV. The hole in the clouds is still present as well, although it no longer serves any purpose aside from a swift exit. In addition, the diary containing information about the previous Legendary Hero's mother is still present in the library, although its pages have aged to the point where only a small portion of the original passage can be read.

Treasures[edit | edit source]

Legendary Equipment[edit | edit source]

Main article: Zenithian Equipment

There exists a set of legendary weapons and armor hailing from Zenithia, which are mandatory obtained in order to advance through the game. Most commonly known as the Zenithian sword, armor, shield and helmet; only a hero of Zenithian descent can wear them. The entire set is required to be allowed entry into the Stairway to Zenithia in IV--if the Hero is not present in the party, the gate will not open.

Square Enix has released the Zenithian sword and Sword of Ramias as part of their Dragon Quest Legend Items series - miniature collectible toy replicas of artifacts from the Dragon Quest universe.

Zenithia, from Square Enix's Dragon Quest World Gallery series

Notable inhabitants[edit | edit source]

  • Zenith Dragon (Originally Master Dragon) - The ruler of Zenithia in the fourth and fifth games. In IV, he defeated Estark in the past and asks the party to defeat Psaro the Manslayer. In V, he offers to carry the party, on his back through the skies after the castle is restored.
  • Orifiela (Originally Lucia) - She appears in the the fourth game as a Zenithian who has fallen to the world below and was unable to return to Zenithia. The party meets her at the top of the Yggdrasil, and she participates in battle as an uncontrollable partner.
  • Dr Agon - An enigmatic person who comes from the Castle of Zenithia. He appears in V, and he may be more than he seems at first.
  • Sparkie (Originally Doran)- A young dragon who is sent by Orifiela to help the party, in their fight against Psaro the Manslayer.
  • Oopsy and Daisy - Both are elfin girls who first appear in Birdsong Tower in Chapter 2 of IV. They leave upon Alena, Kiryl & Borya reaching the top of the tower, and accidentally drop the Birdsong nectar. They appear again in Chapters 5 & 6 in Zenithia voicing their distrust of humans, but concede respect for The Hero and company upon their victory of Psaro.

Musical themes[edit | edit source]

  • The theme for Zenithia was called "Unknown Castle" in the Japanese soundtrack for IV.
  • Dragon Quest V's theme was simply called "Heaven".

Maps & Gallery[edit | edit source]

  • Dragon Quest Museum Shibuya, Japan.
    Dragon Quest Museum Shibuya, Japan.

Dragon Quest IV[edit | edit source]

Dragon Quest V[edit | edit source]

Dragon Quest VI[edit | edit source]

See Also[edit | edit source]

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen
Chapters
Characters
Towns and Castles
Dungeons
Key Terms
Lists
Related products
Miscellaneous
Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride
Segments
Characters
Additional monster recruits
Towns/Castles/Buildings
Dungeons
Key Terms
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