Ys: Ancient Ys Vanished/Items

Books

Collecting the books is the ultimate goal of the game. At first, you will require Jeba Tovah's assistance with reading their ancient script. But if you progress far enough in the game and risk your life to save someone, they will give you an item that allows you to read the books for yourself.

Volume Hadal	Volume Tovah
Location: Obtained after defeating Nygtilger in the lowest level of the Shrine. Contents Long ago, Cleria was created in Ys. It was displayed in the temple of Solomon as a monument to prosperity. But suddenly, disaster struck. In the shadow of that prosperity, evil had grown and brought with it the seeds of suffering. It struck with all-consuming fury, and in the wake of its demon hordes even the fair land of Celceta became as ash. But even if all were to be wiped away—the prosperous and the suffering alike—the twin trees and twin moons would forever watch over this land.	Location: Handed to you after you visit Sara's fortune telling shop after collecting the first book. Contents Ys was healed by two Goddesses and six Priests. The Goddesses embody the spirit of our land and inspire our lives. One represents Order, and the other Freedom. If we were ever to lose them, all our struggles and achievements would come to naught, and we would never again know peace. We must not lost the Goddesses regardless of the cost—even unto eternity's shadow.
Volume Dabbie	Volume Mesa
Location: Obtained after defeating Vagullion in the lowest level of the Abandoned Mine. Contents I speak now of the disaster of Ys. He rose suddenly and attacked our cities. He called forth molten stone from the bowels of the world to burn our fields and trap us in a sea of fire. It was terrible and absolute. One by one, our proud nations were blown out like candles, and darkness and chaos stole over our world. Surely, the Cleria was the cause. Was it not the harbinger of darkness? This we sealed it within the darkness, in the ground, so that hope may shine anew. Forget it not, and never lay hands upon it again.	Location: Obtained after defeating Pictimos on the 9th floor of Darm Tower. Contents We have finally found ourselves cornered in the Temple of Solomon. The six great demons dog our every step, and will be upon us soon. We have decided to leave this land for now, in hope that we may one day return. Take heed, o divided peoples, for grievous times loom upon all paths of the future. But do not lose hope, for time has decreed that a Guide shall come. O peoples, still your laments!
Volume Gemma	Volume Fact
Location: Obtained after defeating Khonsclard on the 14th floor of Darm Tower. Contents He came, bringing his demon hordes with him. And amidst our darkest terrors, the Goddesses disappeared. They have not been seen hence. Have we been forsaken? We, of the line of Gemma, know an ancient story. It speaks of an amulet made of a translucent blue crystal. The amulet, the story says, has the power to destroy the demons' deaded curses. Take note, however, of the weight that time has wrought upon this take. Proceed with wisdom, for there is danger.	Location: Obtained from within a cape after defeating Dark Fact on the 25th floor of Darm Tower. Reading this tome will initiate the end of the game. Contents Suddenly, in the new light of the rising sun, his siege stopped. Wherefore it happened, no one knows, even now. But there was rejoicing, for it meant the end of our suffering. To ensure that he should never return, we have sealed away the power of Ys. It lies within the six books, and will be given to one who collects them all, so that he may become a Guide and lead us to peace. But heed, ye who read these words. Those who use the powers of demons shall one day be consumed by them. The prosperity held within is a lie. It is he who leads that shapes the form of "evil." All that is, jewel and adamant alike, is a treasure of Ys, as given us by our merciful Goddesses.

Keys

You won't get very far in the game without possession of the right key to open the way for you. Search out these keys in order to open new avenues to explore.

Treasure Box Key	Prison Key
Location: Obtain from a treasure chest in the middle basement of the Shrine. "A master key made of bronze. Will open any treasure chest."	Location: Obtain from a treasure chest in the middle basement of the Shrine after you obtain the Treasure Box Key. "A poorly-made rusty iron key. Opens the prison gates."
Shrine Key	Ivory Key
Location: Speak with Jeba in Zepik Village after you obtain Sara's Crystal in Minea. "A gorgeous key made of crafted ruby and gold, with a complex design."	Location: Obtain from a treasure chest in the lower bsement of the Shrine. "A fine ivory key fashioned from tiny, interlocking shapes."
Marble Key	Darm Key
Location: Obtain from a treasure chest in the lower basement of the Shrine. "A key of brilliantly designed green marble. Shaped like a trident."	Location: Obtain from a treasure chest in the lower floor of the Abandoned Mine. "A key of shining blue crystal, bearing a familiar looking crest."

Assist items

Many of these items are vital to your quest in one way or another. Some work automatically, while others must be chosen and utilized at the right moment.

Sara's Crystal	Roda Tree Seed
Location: Speak with Sara after equipping a Sword, Shield and Armor. "A luminous crystal with an exotic base. Sparkles in the light."	Location: Obtain from a chest in the middle level of the Abandoned Mine. "Seed of an ancient tree, with a flavor said to rival all else."
Silver Bells	Silver Harmonica
Location: Obtain from a chest in the middle basement of the Shrine. "Relic said to have guarded Zepik Village. Its sound is calming."	Location: Obtain from a chest in the middle level of the Abandoned Mine. "A silver harmonica with a vibrant sound. Sparkles majestically."
Idol	Rod
Location: Speak with Dogi after he rescues you from the prison in Darm Tower. "Statue of an ancient dragon. Grants its bearer peace of mind."	Location: Obtained after defeating Khonsclard on the 14th floor of Darm Tower. "A short magic wand. Has a design similar to Sara's Crystal."
Monocle	Blue Amulet
Location: Speak with Reah after you rescue her in Rado's Annex of Darm Tower. "An ancient monocle. The lens seems to be in perfect condition."	Location: Speak with Luta Gemma on the 11th floor of Darm Tower after using the Monocle to read Volume Gemma. "Heirloom of the Gemma family. Shines with a pale and frigid light."
Mask of Eyes	Blue Necklace
Location: Obtain from a chest in the first basement of the Shrine. "Stone mask with inset jade. Hides enemies, but reveals secrets."	Location: Speak with Raba in his hiding place on the 3rd floor of Darm Tower after receiving the Idol from Dogi. "Necklace of luminous blue crystal. Able to nullify evil traps"
Hammer
Location: Obtained after defeating Pictimos on the 9th floor of Darm Tower. "Ordinary iron hammer. Fairly heavy. Could be used to break stone."

Valuable items

The following are items that can either be purchased or sold from the Pim's pawn shop in Minea. While the prices are fixed in the original version, it's possible to haggle with Pim a bit in the remakes.

Ruby	Sapphire Ring
Location: Obtain from a chest in the hallways of the Shrine. Sell in Minea for 1200 Gold. "A ruby set in gold. Its condition is virtually flawless."	Location: Purchase from pawn shop in Minea for 1000 Gold. Give to the one-eyed man in the bar for a 1500 Gold reward. "Sapphire-encrusted ring inscribed with a message from its giver."
Necklace	Golden Vase
Location: Obtain from a chest in the first basement of the Shrine. Sell in Minea for 500 Gold. "Gold necklace adorned with countless small rubies and patterns."	Location: Found by searching the edge of a pond in the Plains. Sell in Minea for 2000 Gold. "Beautiful golden vase. Has a hole for some variety of ornament."

Usable items

Once you use one of these items, it disappears from your inventory and you must purchase or find another one. There is no limit to how many you may find or buy them, but you may only hold one of each in your inventory at a time.

Heal Potion	Wing
Location: Purchase from the pawn shop in Minea, or from a medical clinic. Also found in several chests throughout the game. Depending on which version you're playing, it may cost 1000 Gold, or 300 Gold in the remakes. "Medicine made from the Red Digitalis plant. Heals mind and body."	Location: Purchase from the pawn shop in Minea. Depending on which version you're playing, it may cost 2000 Gold, or 200 Gold in the remakes. "Magic wing. Warps the user to Minea. Some areas seal its power."
Mirror
Location: Purchase from the pawn shop in Minea. Depending on which version you're playing, it may cost 1000 Gold, or 500 Gold in the remakes. "Mirror that can freeze a single movement. Will break with overuse."

Remake only items

These items only appear in the remakes. Find them to discover content newly added to the game.

Bestiary Potion	Piece of Paper
Location: Found by exploring the west portion of the plains from the east side. "Potion blessed by a priest. Gives insight on defeated enemies."	Location: Found by exploring the west portion of the plains from the east side. "Paper with several lines of an unreadable language written on it."