Desert Kingdom
Chapter Overview
The vast Server Desert stretches before you, ruled by the eccentric and powerful Etemon who has enslaved the local Digimon population. Your mission is to cross the treacherous desert, liberate the oppressed settlements, solve ancient pyramid puzzles, and face Etemon in his colosseum. This chapter emphasizes the importance of special attacks over physical ones due to high enemy defenses.
Part 1: Desert Crossing
Enter Server Desert
Cross from Infinity Mountain into the scorching desert. You'll meet a traveling merchant who warns you about Etemon's tyranny.
Navigate the Sandstorm Maze
A massive sandstorm creates a maze-like area. Use landmarks (broken pillars, cacti formations) to navigate correctly.
Reach Oasis Village
The first settlement, Oasis Village, has been occupied by Etemon's forces. Speak with the village elder who is hiding in the well.
Defeat the Occupation Force
Fight three waves of Etemon's minions (Gazimon troops) to liberate the village. Each wave has 3-4 enemies.
Part 2: The Ancient Pyramids
Discover the Twin Pyramids
Two massive pyramids stand in the desert's heart. The elder tells you that three sacred keys are needed to access Etemon's colosseum, hidden within these pyramids.
Pyramid of Sun
Fire-based puzzles and enemies
Pyramid of Moon
Water-based puzzles and enemies
Pyramid of Sun - Trials
Enter the sun pyramid first. Solve three trials:
- Trial of Flames: Light four braziers in clockwise order starting from north
- Trial of Mirrors: Reflect sunlight to three receptors using moveable mirrors
- Trial of Combat: Defeat guardian Meramon (Lv. 23) to claim the Sun Key
Pyramid of Moon - Trials
Now enter the moon pyramid for more challenging puzzles:
- Trial of Tides: Step on floor tiles in pattern matching moon phases (New→Crescent→Half→Full)
- Trial of Ice: Push ice blocks to create a path across the frozen chamber
- Trial of Combat: Defeat guardian Seadramon (Lv. 24) to claim the Moon Key
Find the Hidden Sand Key
The third key isn't in a pyramid. Return to Oasis Village and speak with the elder again. He reveals a secret underground tunnel beneath the well leading to the Sand Key.
Part 3: Boss Battle - Etemon
Enter the Desert Colosseum
With all three keys, unlock the massive colosseum gates. Etemon awaits on his concert stage, surrounded by an audience of enslaved Digimon.
Prepare for Epic Battle
Save at the colosseum entrance. This is a challenging fight requiring proper preparation.
- Team at Level 22+ (minimum recommended)
- Stock 6+ Large HP Recovery items
- Bring Defense-boosting items or skills
- Equip Water or Ice-type Digimon (Seadramon, Frigimon ideal)
- CRITICAL: Bring special attackers - physical attacks are heavily resisted!
Etemon Battle Strategy
- • Dark Spirits: Random target dark energy (~190 damage)
- • Monkey Kick: Physical attack (~210 damage, high accuracy)
- • Concert Crush: Ultimate sound wave hitting all party (~250 damage, used at low HP)
Battle Strategy:
- Phase 1 (100-50% HP): Etemon alternates Dark Spirits and Monkey Kick. His extremely high defense makes physical attacks nearly useless. Focus exclusively on Water and Ice special attacks. Keep party HP above 50%.
- Phase 2 (50-0% HP): Concert Crush becomes available and is devastating. Before he uses it, you'll see a "charging up" animation - use this turn to heal everyone to maximum or apply defensive buffs.
- Critical Strategy: Etemon's weakness to Water/Ice is significant. If you have Seadramon with Ice Blast or similar, use it every turn. Special attackers like Birdramon also work well.
- Defense is Key: Keep ALL party members above 60% HP minimum. Concert Crush can potentially wipe your team if you're not prepared. Use items liberally - this isn't the fight to conserve resources.
Part 4: Desert Liberation
Free the Desert Digimon
With Etemon defeated, his control network collapses. All enslaved Digimon in the desert are freed. The colosseum audience celebrates your victory.
Discover the Network Connection
Investigating Etemon's control room, you discover he was part of a larger network of evil forces. A map reveals the location of Geko Swamp, your next destination.
Optional: Return to Pyramids
With Etemon defeated, previously locked chambers in both pyramids open, containing powerful equipment.
Chapter Complete!
Congratulations on liberating Server Desert! Return to Oasis Village and use the new portal to travel to Geko Swamp for Chapter 4.
Chapter 3 Summary
Key Achievements:
- Liberated Oasis Village and desert settlements
- Conquered Sun and Moon pyramid trials
- Defeated the self-proclaimed king Etemon
- Learned importance of special vs physical attacks
Collectibles Found:
- • Speed Chip (Oasis Village)
- • Water Talisman (Village Elder reward)
- • HP Chip C (Sun Pyramid)
- • Ice Talisman (Moon Pyramid)
- • Mega MP Recovery (Underground tunnel)
- • Ancient Tablet Fragment #2 (Story item)
- • Desert Crown (Optional - Sun Pyramid secret chamber)
Next Chapter:
Journey to the mysterious Geko Swamp where the vampire lord Myotismon lurks in Chapter 4.