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'''Crack''' is a recurring offensive spell in the ''[[Dragon Quest (series)|Dragon Quest]]'' series and the first in the Crack family of ice spells. Introduced in ''Dragon Quest III'', it has become a staple commonly learned by [[Mage]]s and other users of offensive magic in the series.
'''Crack''' is a recurring offensive spell in the {{DQSeries}} and the first in the Crack family of ice spells.
 
Introduced in {{Dragon Quest III}}, it has become a staple commonly learned by [[Mage]]s and other users of offensive magic in the series.


Crack is often depicted as a sudden growth of ice crystals that cut into a single enemy. The crystals become larger, more abundant, and far more chilling in appearance as the spell family advances, extending its target range along with its power. It is related to the stronger spells [[Crackle]], [[Kacrack]], and [[Kacrackle]].
Crack is often depicted as a sudden growth of ice crystals that cut into a single enemy. The crystals become larger, more abundant, and far more chilling in appearance as the spell family advances, extending its target range along with its power. It is related to the stronger spells [[Crackle]], [[Kacrack]], and [[Kacrackle]].
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==Appearances==
==Appearances==
==={{DQ3}}===
==={{DQ3}}===
Crack is learned by Mages and [[Sage]]s at level 5, and deals 25~35 points of damage for 3 MP.
Crack is learned by [[Mage]]s and [[Sage]]s at level 5, and deals 25~35 points of damage for 3 {{MP}}.
 
The enemies [[drac the Vlad]], [[mushroom mage]], [[mermaniac]], and [[shell slime]] can use this spell against the {{Party 3}}.


==={{DQ4}}===
==={{DQ4}}===
Crack is automatically known by [[Borya]] at level 1, and deals around 10~16 damage for 2 MP. The reason for the lowered damage output is the concern over difficulty balance in the beginning of the second chapter.
{{Descriptions
{{Descriptions
|DQ4=Pierces a single enemy with razor-sharp icicles.<ref>Nintendo DS, Android and iOS versions.</ref>
|DQ4=Pierces a single enemy with razor-sharp icicles.<ref>[[Nintendo DS]], [[Cell phone|Android and iOS]] versions.</ref>
}}
}}
Crack is automatically known by [[Borya]] at level 1, and deals around 10~16 damage for 2 {{MP}}. The reason for the lowered damage output is the concern over difficulty balance in the beginning of {{DQ4 Chapter 2}}.
The enemies [[blinkster]], [[mushroom mage]], [[crack-billed platypunk]], [[pterygotus]], [[bloody hand]] (in the remakes), and [[Prima Donna]] can use this spell against the {{Party 4}}.


==={{DQ5}}===
==={{DQ5}}===
Absent from the original [[SNES]] version, Crack targets a single foe, and deals between 25~35 damage for 3 mp. It is learned by the following playable characters.
Absent from the original {{SFC}} version, Crack targets a single foe, and deals between 25~35 damage for 3 mp. It is learned by the following playable characters.
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[[Prestidigitator]]s, [[winter Queen]], [[lazy eye]], and [[hocus chimaera]] use it as enemies.


==={{DQ6}}===
==={{DQ6}}===
[[Milly]] learns this spell at level 9, as well as the [[Dreamaera (Recruit)|Dreamaera]] companion at level 7 in the Super Famicom version, but Milly is the only character in all other versions of the game who can cast it. It inflicts between 25~35 points of damage for 3 MP.
[[Milly]] learns this spell at level 9, as well as the [[Dreamaera (Recruit)|dreamaera]] companion at level 7 in the {{Super Famicom}} version, but [[Milly]] is the only character in all other versions of the game who can cast it. It inflicts between 25~35 points of damage for 3 {{MP}}.
 
The enemies [[tree feller]], [[goblin pixie]], and [[shell slime]] use this spell against the {{Party 6}}.


===''[[Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past]]''===
==={{DQ7}}===
Crack once again inflicts between 25~35 damage for 3 MP and can only be learned by reaching rank 1 of the [[Bone baron (Vocation)|Bone baron]] vocation. It is also used by [[High Priestess Jacqueline]] when she aids the party.
Crack once again inflicts between 25~35 damage for 3 {{MP}} and can only be learned by reaching rank 1 of the [[Bone baron (vocation)|Bone baron]] vocation. It is also used by High Priestess [[Jacqueline]] when she aids the {{Party 7}}.
 
It can be cast by the enemies [[deathcargot]], [[bloody hand]], [[babygoyle]], [[urnexpected]], [[axecutioner]], [[numpton]], [[wiz pip]], [[nava]], and [[biting batboon]].


==={{DQ8}}===
==={{DQ8}}===
Crack is learned by [[Jessica]] at level 10. It costs 3 MP to cast and initially deals between 20~30 damage until her [[wisdom]] exceeds 32, with a maximum of 44~52 once her wisdom hits 64.
{{Descriptions
{{Descriptions
|DQ8=Pierces a single enemy with razor-sharp icicles.<ref>Sony PlayStation 2 and Nintendo 3DS versions.</ref>
|DQ8=Pierces a single enemy with razor-sharp icicles.<ref>Sony {{PlayStation 2}} and [[Nintendo 3DS]] versions.</ref>
}}
}}
Crack is learned by [[Jessica Albert]] at level 10. It costs 3 {{MP}} to cast and initially deals between 20~30 damage until her {{Wisdom}} exceeds 32, with a maximum of 44~52 once her {{Wisdom}} hits 64.
The enemies [[Jailcat]], [[Night sneaker]], and [[Diemon]] can cast it.
The Infamous Monster [[Fat cat]] can also use it.


==={{DQ9}}===
==={{DQ9}}===
Crack is learned by [[Mage]]s at level 6 and [[Minstrel]]s at level 8, and costs 3 MP.
Crack is learned by [[Mage]]s at level 6 and [[Minstrel]]s at level 8, and costs 3 {{MP}}.
It pierces a single enemy with razor-sharp icicles, dealing 25~35 base damage before the caster's [[magical might]] reaches 50 and capping at 114~123 at 999 magical might.
It pierces a single enemy with razor-sharp icicles, dealing 25~35 base damage before the caster's {{Magical Might}} reaches 50 and capping at 114~123 at 999 {{Magical Might}}.


===''[[Dragon Quest X]]''===
==={{DQ10}}===
Crack is learned by [[Mage|Magi]] at level 6, [[Minstrel]]s at level 8, and [[Death Master]]s at level 56. It costs 3 MP to cast with a range of 15 meters, and damage is calculated as ''Magical Might x 0.24 + 9.5'' with an upper limit of 86~90.
Crack is learned by [[Mage]]s at level 6, [[Minstrel]]s at level 8, and [[Death Master]]s at level 56. It costs 3 {{MP}} to cast with a range of 15 meters, and damage is calculated as ''{{Magical Might}} x 0.24 + 9.5'' with an upper limit of 86~90.


==={{DQ11}}===
==={{DQ11}}===
[[Veronica (Dragon Quest XI)|Veronica]] and [[Rab]] join the party having already learned Crack, and can cast it for 3 MP. It inflicts 19~29 damage, and a maximum range of 43~53 once their Magical might reaches 174.
{{Veronica 11}} and [[Rab]] join the party having already learned Crack, and can cast it for 3 {{MP}}. It inflicts 19~29 damage, and a maximum range of 43~53 once their {{Magical Might}} reaches 174.


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters]]''===
==={{DQM}}===
IceBolt deals 25-35 points of ice damage for 5 MP. It is learned naturally by [[1EyeClown]], [[BigEye]], [[GoatHorn]], [[IceMan]], [[Metaly]], [[Mommonja]], [[Servant]], [[Snaily]], [[TreeBoy]], [[WindBeast]], [[Yeti]] as long as they have 16 max MP and 30 INT. Crack will naturally upgrade into [[Crackle]] and later into [[Kacrackle]] as the monster levels up.
IceBolt deals 25-35 points of ice damage for 5 {{MP}}. It is learned naturally by [[Jinkster|1EyeClown]], [[Cross eye|BigEye]], [[Moosifer|GoatHorn]], [[Firn fiend|IceMan]], [[Metal slime|Metaly]], [[Platypunk|Mommonja]], [[Demon-at-arms|Servant]], [[Shell slime|Snaily]], [[Tree feller|TreeBoy]], [[Cyclown|WindBeast]], [[Powie yowie|Yeti]] as long as they have 16 max {{MP}} and 30 {{INT}}. Crack will naturally upgrade into [[Crackle|SnowStorm]] and later into [[Kacrackle|Blizzard]] as the {{MFamilies}} levels up.


==={{DQM2}}===
==={{DQM2}}===
IceBolt now requires 54 intelligence to learn. It is naturally learned by the [[Beavern]] and [[MerTiger]]. It is no longer naturally learned by the [[Mommonja]] or [[TreeBoy]].
IceBolt now requires 54 {{Intelligence}} to learn. It is naturally learned by the [[Beavern]] and [[MerTiger]]. It is no longer naturally learned by the [[Platypunk|Mommonja]] or [[Tree feller|TreeBoy]].


==={{DQMJ}}===
==={{DQMJ}}===
Crack pierces an enemy with sharp icicles. It costs 2 MP to cast and can be learned from:
Crack pierces an enemy with sharp icicles. It costs 2 {{MP}} to cast, deals up to 116～122 damage, and can be learned from:
*[[Aquapothecary]] (10 points)
*[[Bang & Crack]] (15 points)
*[[Crack & Zam]] (3 points)
*[[Crack & Zap]] (3 points)
*[[Diamagon (skill)|Diamagon]] (5 points)
*[[Ice (skillset)|Ice]] (7 points)
*[[Icemeister]] (7 points)
*[[Niflheim]] (24 points)
*[[Woosh & Crack]] (7 points)


* [[Aquapothecary]] (10 points)
==={{DQMJ2}}===
* [[Bang & Crack]] (15 points)
Crack deals 22~30 damage before rising up to 118~124. It can no longer be learned from [[Aquapothecary]] or [[Niflheim]]. It can now be learned with 3 points in [[Crack & Sizz]].
* [[Crack & Zam]] (3 points)
* [[Crack & Zap]] (3 points)
* [[Diamagon (skill) | Diamagon]] (5 points)
* [[Ice]] (7 points)
* [[Icemeister]] (7 points)
* [[Niflheim]] (24 points)
* [[Woosh & Crack]] (7 points)


==={{DQMJ2}}===
===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland 3D|Terry's Wonderland 3D]]'' & ''[[Dragon Quest Monsters 2: Iru and Luca's Marvelous Mysterious Key|Iru and Luca's Marvelous Mysterious Key]]''===
Crack can no longer be learned from [[Aquapothecary]] or [[Niflheim]]. It can now be learned with 3 points in [[Crack & Sizz]].
Crack deals 23~26 damage for 3 {{MP}}. At 499 {{Wisdom}} it will deal 118~131 damage.
 
==={{DQMJ3}}===
Crack has the same attributes as in the previous two {{Monsters S}} games.


===''[[Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below]]''===
==={{DQM3}}===
Crack is the main spell that Jessica can cast in battle and can be learned for 4 skill points. She fires three ice shards in front of her for 6 MP. As her level increases, she can upgrade the spell and also cast Crackle and Kacrack by charging up Crack. Like all ice-based spells and skills in the game, it has a chance to freeze enemies in their tracks.
Crack costs 3 {{MP}} and is learned via the [[Chilly Receptionist]], [[Crack Afficionado]], [[Magic Maven]], and [[Thrill-Seeker]] talents. It has a base power of 25, and will deal an average of 125 damage at 499 {{Wisdom}}.


==={{DQH}}===
{{Descriptions
{{Descriptions
|DQH=Flings forth a flurry of ice balls that can freeze foes solid.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.</ref>
|DQH=Flings forth a flurry of ice balls that can freeze foes solid.<ref>Sony {{PlayStation 4}} and Steam versions.</ref>
}}
}}
Crack is the main spell that {{Jessica}} can cast in battle and can be learned for 4 skill points. She fires three ice shards in front of her for 6 {{MP}}. As her level increases, she can upgrade the spell and also cast [[Crackle]] and [[Kacrack]] by charging up Crack. Like all ice-based spells and skills in the game, it has a chance to freeze enemies in their tracks.


===''[[Dragon Quest Tact]]''===
==={{DQTreasures}}===
Crack is known naturally by [[Crack-billed platypunk]], [[Drackolyte]], [[Drohl drone]], [[Frostburn]], [[Jailcat]], [[Khalamari kid]], [[Mushroom mage]], [[Seaslime]], [[Shell slime]], and [[Slimecicle]] at level 1 and costs 4 MP to cast. It has a range of three squares away from the caster in any direction and inflicts minor Crack-type spell damage to one enemy. It can also be taught to any unit by using an ability scroll.
Crack costs 4 {{MP}} and deals Ice-element damage to one enemy. It is learned by [[cutie slime]]s, [[silhouette]]s, [[pearly wight]]s, [[queen slime]]s, and [[Tundracky|tundrackies]].
 
==={{DQWalk}}===
Crack costs 7 {{MP}} to cast and inflicts a small amount of Crack-type spell damage to one enemy. It can be cast by any character that is equipped with the [[Glumbrella]].
 
==={{DQTact}}===
Crack is known naturally by [[crack-billed platypunk]], [[drackolyte]], [[drohl drone]], [[frostburn]], [[jailcat]], [[khalamari kid]], [[mermaniac]], [[mushroom mage]], [[seaslime]], [[shell slime]], and [[slimecicle]] at level 1 and costs 4 {{MP}} to cast. It has a range of three squares away from the caster in any direction and inflicts minor Crack-type spell damage to one enemy. It can also be taught to any unit by using an ability scroll. [[Santa Krystalinda]] also possesses the perk '''Icy Follow-Up''', which automatically casts Crack at an enemy that is being attacked by an ally if they are within range.
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|status=None
|description=Deals minor Crack-type spell damage to 1 enemy
|description=Deals minor Crack-type spell damage to 1 enemy
|monsters=Crack-billed platypunk, Drackolyte, Drohl drone, Frostburn, Jailcat, Khalamari kid, Mushroom mage, Seaslime, Shell slime, Slimecicle
|monsters=[[Crack-billed platypunk]], [[Drackolyte]], [[Drohl drone]], [[Frostburn]], [[Jailcat]], [[Khalamari kid]], [[Mermaniac]], [[Mushroom mage]], [[Seaslime]], [[Shell slime]], [[Slimecicle]]
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==={{AHB}}===
Crack appears as a spell for both [[Popp (A Hero's Bonds)|Popp]] and [[Leona (A Hero's Bonds)|Leona]], with the Luminary Leader being able to cast both versions. Both are long-range attacks over a small area that inflict magical Ice damage, but [[Popp (A Hero's Bonds)|Popp]]'s version raises the caster's Ice damage for a short time.


==Enemy versions==
==Enemy versions==
Crack will deal 16~24 damage when used against the player in ''III'', and 12~20 in ''V'', ''VI'', and ''VII''. In ''IV'' and ''VIII'' it deals 10~16 damage, and in ''IX'' it hits for 12~21.
Crack will deal 16~24 damage when used against the player in {{III}}, and 12~20 in {{V}}, {{VI}}, and {{VII}}. In {{IV}} and {{VIII}} it deals 10~16 damage, and in {{IX}} it hits for 12~21.


==Other Languages==
==Other Languages==
{{OtherLanguages
{{OtherLanguages
|es=Minihelada|es-meaning=From ''{{tt|mini-|small or miniature}}'' and ''{{tt|helada|to freeze or cool}}''.
|es=Minihelada|es-meaning=From ''{{tt|mini-|small or miniature}}'' and ''{{tt|helada|to freeze or cool}}''.
|fr=Glace|fr-meaning=Literally ''ice''.
|fr=Glace|fr-meaning=French for "ice".
|de=Knirsch|de-meaning=Derived from the German verb ''knirschen'', which means to crunch or gnash, such as the sound of snow being stepped on.
|de=Knirsch|de-meaning=Derived from the German verb ''knirschen'', which means to crunch or gnash, such as the sound of snow being stepped on.
|it=Ghiaccio|it-meaning=Literally ''ice''.
|it=Ghiaccio (''VIII'')<br>Gelo (''IX'', ''XI'')|it-meaning=Italian for "ice".<br>Italian for "frost", derived from the Latin ''gelū''.
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
<center><gallery>
Image:DQ3 Spell Crack.png|A female Mage casting Crack.
DQ3 Spell Crack.png|A female [[Mage]] casting Crack.
Image:DQH Crack.jpg|Jessica casting Crack on a group of [[skeleton]]s.
DQH Crack.jpg|{{Jessica}} casting Crack on a group of [[skeleton]]s.
Image:DQR Hyado.png|''Rivals'' card.
DQR Hyado.png|{{Rivals}} card.
AHB Crack Popp.png|[[Popp (A Hero's Bonds)|Popp]]'s skill icon for Crack in {{A Hero's Bonds}}.
AHB Crack Leona.png|[[Leona (A Hero's Bonds)|Leona]]'s skill icon for Crack in {{A Hero's Bonds}}.
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</gallery></center>


==References==
==References==
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{{DQSpells}}
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Latest revision as of 10:52, 18 April 2024

Crack is a recurring offensive spell in the Dragon Quest series and the first in the Crack family of ice spells.

Introduced in Dragon Quest III, it has become a staple commonly learned by Mages and other users of offensive magic in the series.

Crack is often depicted as a sudden growth of ice crystals that cut into a single enemy. The crystals become larger, more abundant, and far more chilling in appearance as the spell family advances, extending its target range along with its power. It is related to the stronger spells Crackle, Kacrack, and Kacrackle.

Appearances[edit]

Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation[edit]

Crack is learned by Mages and Sages at level 5, and deals 25~35 points of damage for 3 MP.

The enemies drac the Vlad, mushroom mage, mermaniac, and shell slime can use this spell against the party.

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen[edit]


GameDescription
DQ4-NES-LOGO-ICON.png
Pierces a single enemy with razor-sharp icicles.[1]

Crack is automatically known by Borya at level 1, and deals around 10~16 damage for 2 MP. The reason for the lowered damage output is the concern over difficulty balance in the beginning of Chapter 2.

The enemies blinkster, mushroom mage, crack-billed platypunk, pterygotus, bloody hand (in the remakes), and Prima Donna can use this spell against the party.

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

Absent from the original SFC version, Crack targets a single foe, and deals between 25~35 damage for 3 mp. It is learned by the following playable characters.

Name Level
Madchen 1
Jailcat 1
Wiz pip 8

Prestidigitators, winter Queen, lazy eye, and hocus chimaera use it as enemies.

Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation[edit]

Milly learns this spell at level 9, as well as the dreamaera companion at level 7 in the Super Famicom version, but Milly is the only character in all other versions of the game who can cast it. It inflicts between 25~35 points of damage for 3 MP.

The enemies tree feller, goblin pixie, and shell slime use this spell against the party.

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past[edit]

Crack once again inflicts between 25~35 damage for 3 MP and can only be learned by reaching rank 1 of the Bone baron vocation. It is also used by High Priestess Jacqueline when she aids the party.

It can be cast by the enemies deathcargot, bloody hand, babygoyle, urnexpected, axecutioner, numpton, wiz pip, nava, and biting batboon.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King[edit]

GameDescription
DQ8-LOGO-ICON.png
Pierces a single enemy with razor-sharp icicles.[2]

Crack is learned by Jessica Albert at level 10. It costs 3 MP to cast and initially deals between 20~30 damage until her Wisdom exceeds 32, with a maximum of 44~52 once her Wisdom hits 64.

The enemies Jailcat, Night sneaker, and Diemon can cast it. The Infamous Monster Fat cat can also use it.

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies[edit]

Crack is learned by Mages at level 6 and Minstrels at level 8, and costs 3 MP. It pierces a single enemy with razor-sharp icicles, dealing 25~35 base damage before the caster's Magical Might reaches 50 and capping at 114~123 at 999 Magical Might.

Dragon Quest X[edit]

Crack is learned by Mages at level 6, Minstrels at level 8, and Death Masters at level 56. It costs 3 MP to cast with a range of 15 meters, and damage is calculated as Magical Might x 0.24 + 9.5 with an upper limit of 86~90.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age[edit]

Veronica and Rab join the party having already learned Crack, and can cast it for 3 MP. It inflicts 19~29 damage, and a maximum range of 43~53 once their Magical Might reaches 174.

Dragon Quest Monsters[edit]

IceBolt deals 25-35 points of ice damage for 5 MP. It is learned naturally by 1EyeClown, BigEye, GoatHorn, IceMan, Metaly, Mommonja, Servant, Snaily, TreeBoy, WindBeast, Yeti as long as they have 16 max MP and 30 INT. Crack will naturally upgrade into SnowStorm and later into Blizzard as the monster levels up.

Dragon Quest Monsters 2[edit]

IceBolt now requires 54 Intelligence to learn. It is naturally learned by the Beavern and MerTiger. It is no longer naturally learned by the Mommonja or TreeBoy.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker[edit]

Crack pierces an enemy with sharp icicles. It costs 2 MP to cast, deals up to 116～122 damage, and can be learned from:

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2[edit]

Crack deals 22~30 damage before rising up to 118~124. It can no longer be learned from Aquapothecary or Niflheim. It can now be learned with 3 points in Crack & Sizz.

Terry's Wonderland 3D & Iru and Luca's Marvelous Mysterious Key[edit]

Crack deals 23~26 damage for 3 MP. At 499 Wisdom it will deal 118~131 damage.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3[edit]

Crack has the same attributes as in the previous two Monsters games.

Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince[edit]

Crack costs 3 MP and is learned via the Chilly Receptionist, Crack Afficionado, Magic Maven, and Thrill-Seeker talents. It has a base power of 25, and will deal an average of 125 damage at 499 Wisdom.

Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below[edit]

GameDescription
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Flings forth a flurry of ice balls that can freeze foes solid.[3]

Crack is the main spell that Jessica can cast in battle and can be learned for 4 skill points. She fires three ice shards in front of her for 6 MP. As her level increases, she can upgrade the spell and also cast Crackle and Kacrack by charging up Crack. Like all ice-based spells and skills in the game, it has a chance to freeze enemies in their tracks.

Dragon Quest Treasures[edit]

Crack costs 4 MP and deals Ice-element damage to one enemy. It is learned by cutie slimes, silhouettes, pearly wights, queen slimes, and tundrackies.

Dragon Quest Walk[edit]

Crack costs 7 MP to cast and inflicts a small amount of Crack-type spell damage to one enemy. It can be cast by any character that is equipped with the Glumbrella.

Dragon Quest Tact[edit]

Crack is known naturally by crack-billed platypunk, drackolyte, drohl drone, frostburn, jailcat, khalamari kid, mermaniac, mushroom mage, seaslime, shell slime, and slimecicle at level 1 and costs 4 MP to cast. It has a range of three squares away from the caster in any direction and inflicts minor Crack-type spell damage to one enemy. It can also be taught to any unit by using an ability scroll. Santa Krystalinda also possesses the perk Icy Follow-Up, which automatically casts Crack at an enemy that is being attacked by an ally if they are within range.

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Ability information
Crack
Role * Type * Element MP cost
Attack Spell DQTact Crack.png 4
Range Additional effects
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3		 None
Description
Deals minor Crack-type spell damage to 1 enemy
Naturally learnt by
Crack-billed platypunk, Drackolyte, Drohl drone, Frostburn, Jailcat, Khalamari kid, Mermaniac, Mushroom mage, Seaslime, Shell slime, Slimecicle


Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai: A Hero's Bonds[edit]

Crack appears as a spell for both Popp and Leona, with the Luminary Leader being able to cast both versions. Both are long-range attacks over a small area that inflict magical Ice damage, but Popp's version raises the caster's Ice damage for a short time.

Enemy versions[edit]

Crack will deal 16~24 damage when used against the player in III, and 12~20 in V, VI, and VII. In IV and VIII it deals 10~16 damage, and in IX it hits for 12~21.

Other Languages[edit]

Language Translation Meaning
ICON-FLAG-ES.png EspañolMiniheladaFrom mini- and helada.
ICON-FLAG-FR.png FrançaisGlaceFrench for "ice".
ICON-FLAG-DE.png DeutschKnirschDerived from the German verb knirschen, which means to crunch or gnash, such as the sound of snow being stepped on.
ICON-FLAG-IT.png ItalianoGhiaccio (VIII)
Gelo (IX, XI)		Italian for "ice".
Italian for "frost", derived from the Latin gelū.

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Gallery[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ↑ Nintendo DS, Android and iOS versions.
  2. ↑ Sony PlayStation 2 and Nintendo 3DS versions.
  3. ↑ Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.


Spells in the Dragon Quest series
Master list
Burst magic
Darkness magic
Death and Banishing magic
Earth magic
Explosive magic
Fire magic
Gravity magic
Ice magic
Lightning magic
Siphoning magic
Water magic
Wind magic
Recovery magic
Support magic
Transformation magic
Field magic
Miscellaneous magic
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