Editing Kasap

{{Spell Infobox
|title = Kasap
|image = [[File:DQIV Kasap.png|170px]]
|japanese = ルカナン
|romaji = Rukanan
|type = Debilitating
|old=Decrease<br>Defence ({{II}} and {{III}} {{NES}})<br>Defense ({{II}} {{GBC}} to {{VII}} {{PS1}})
}}

'''Kasap''' is a recurring spell in the {{DQSeries}}.

Unlike [[Sap]], it reduces the {{Defence}} of a group of enemies instead of just one.

==Appearances==
==={{DQ2}}===
The [[Princess of Moonbrooke]] learns Kasap at Level 10. In the {{NES}} version it reduces the {{Defence}} of all enemies by 12.5%, and in all other versions it reduces a group of enemies' defence by 50%. It costs 2 {{MP}} in all versions.

The enemies [[Brainy badboon]], [[Chasmonaut]], [[Hargonaut]], [[Frostburn]], [[Drackmage]], [[Goregon]], [[Madusa]], [[Whackolyte]], [[Wrecktor]], [[Tyrannodactyl]], and [[Belial]] can use this spell against the {{Party 2}}.

==={{DQ3}}===
Kasap is learned at level 18 by both a [[Priest]] and [[Sage]], and decreases defence by 50% for 4 {{MP}}.

The enemies [[Abracadabrer]], [[Skeleton swordsman]], [[Goodybag]], [[Weaken beakon]], [[Bullmustiff]], [[Boss troll]], [[Lethal armour]], [[IronNite]], [[Robbin' huddle (Dragon Quest III)|Robbin' huddle]], and [[Merman]] can use this spell against the {{Party 3}}.

==={{DQ4}}===
Kasap is learned by [[Borya]] at level 21, and is already known by the {{Psaro 9}} upon joining. [[Orifiela]] also knows the spell. It has the same properties as in the previous game, but will only last 7~10 turns in the remakes instead of the entire battle.

The enemies [[Crested viper]], [[Skeleton swordsman]], [[Pocus poppet]], [[Rhinoceraxe]], [[Strangler fish]], [[Pruslas]], and [[Decayurion]] can use this spell against the {{Party 4}}.

==={{DQ5}}===
Kasap has the same properties as {{III}} in all versions.
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[[Screwball pitcher]], [[Orc Pawn]], [[Mandrake major]], [[Bjørn the Behemoose]], and [[Nimzo]]'s second form use it as enemies.

==={{DQ6}}===
Kasap is learned by [[Ashlynn]] at level 12. Other characters can learn it by advancing to rank 4 of the [[Mage]] vocation. It now reduces {{Defence}} by 25% for 4 {{MP}}.

The enemies [[Brimstone bulb]], [[Ruffled goon]], [[Lesser demon]], [[Sculptrice]], [[Cutterfly]], [[Goodybag]], [[Third Test]], [[Brick]], [[Commander Brutus]], [[Zombie gladiator]], [[Demon-at-arms]], [[Wraithwand]], [[Dreadstaff]], [[Murdaw]] (in the second fight against him), [[Terry (boss)|Terry]], [[Blackmar]], and [[Mortamor]]'s second form use this spell against the {{Party 6}}.

==={{DQ7}}===
Kasap has the same cost and effect as in {{VI}}, and is learned by reaching rank 5 of the [[Monster Master|Monster Masher]], rank 3 of the [[Paladin]], rank 5 of the [[Champion]], rank 1 of the {{Hero V}}, and rank 1 of the [[Druid]] vocations.

It can be cast by the enemies [[General motor]], [[Conkjurer]], [[Nutty professor]], [[Pustule]], [[Gobbler]], [[Orglob]], [[Forky pig]], [[Skeleton squire]], [[Eyesaur]], [[Decayurion]], [[Wingwyrm]], [[Hellstalker]], [[Terracotta warrior]], [[Mandrake major]], and [[Mandrake monarch]].

==={{DQ8}}===
[[Jessica Albert]] learns this spell after investing 7 points into her "Staff" skill. It reduces {{Defense}} by 25%, costs 4 {{MP}}, and lasts 7~10 turns.

It can be cast by the enemies [[Skeleton]], [[Goodybag]], [[Dark turkey]], [[Crème caraslime]], [[Drackmage]], [[Blue fang]], [[Dark sea-diva]], [[Zombie gladiator]], [[Megalodon]], [[Skeleton in Memoriam]], and [[Darkbird in Memoriam]].

==={{DQ9}}===
Kasap reduces {{Defence}} by up to 50%, and is learned by [[Mage]]s at level 25 and [[Armamentalist]]s at level 18. It costs 8 {{MP}} to cast, and will improve in accuracy once the caster's {{Magical Might}} surpasses 50. When the value reaches 499, the spell will be 100% accurate barring enemy resistance.

==={{DQ10}}===
Kasap can be learned by [[Minstrel]]s at level 20 and costs 4 {{MP}} to cast. It reduces the {{Defence}} of the targeted {{MFamilies}} and any nearby {{MFamilies}}s within a certain range.

==={{DQ11}}===
{{Veronica 11}} learns Kasap at level 17 and [[Rab]] joins the {{Party 11}} having already learned the spell. Kasap costs 4 {{MP}} to cast and now targets all {{MFamilies}}s in battle instead of just one group, lowering their {{Defence}} by 50% for 4~6 turns. It has a base accuracy of 75% and will become 100% effective against non-resistant monsters at 799 {{Magical Might}}.

==={{DQM}}===
Known as Defense in this game, it is an upgraded form of Sap. Sap will evolve into Defense when the {{MFamilies}} reaches level 8 with at least 36 max {{MP}} and 32 {{Intelligence}}. It is learned naturally by [[Weaken beakon|MadPecker]], [[Gourdzilla (Dragon Quest VII)|MadPlant]], [[Madusa|MedusaEye]], [[Orc]], [[Bludgerigar|Picky]], [[Putrefido|Putrepup]], [[Skeleton swordsman (recurring)|Skeletor]], [[Buddy slime|TreeSlime]], and [[Pocus poppet|Voodoll]].

==={{DQMJ}}===
Kasap can be learned from various skill trees.
*[[Cluboon (skill)|Cluboon II]] (55 points)
*[[Dhoulmagus (skill)|Dhoulmagus]] (4 points)
*[[Saboteur]] (64 points)
*[[Über Helpful]] (32 points)

==={{DQMJ2}}===
Kasap now requires only 58 points in [[Saboteur]] It can also be learned from [[Leonyx (skill)|Leonyx]] for 11 points.

==={{DQH}}===
Kasap is an enemy-only spell that can be cast by [[Drackmage]]s and [[Boss troll]]s. It creates a magic circle on the ground that decreases the {{Defence}} of any character caught within it. The effect lasts for about 20 seconds. Characters affected by Kasap will have a blue glow surrounding their body. If a [[Drackmage]] is summoned with a monster medal, it will cast Kasap on any nearby enemies, as well.

==={{DQTact}}===
Kasap can be learned by [[Goodybag]] and [[Mud mannequin]] at level 16, [[Sculptrice]] at level 18, [[Frostburn]] and [[Zombie gladiator]] at level 22, [[Drohl drone]] at level 32, and [[Slimeshroom]] at level 44. It costs 14 {{MP}} to cast, has a range of three squares away from the caster, and lowers the {{DEF}} of all enemies in a 3x3 square. It can also be taught to any unit by using an ability scroll.
{{DQTactSkill
|name=Kasap
|kanji=ルカナン
|romanji=Rukanan
|type=Spell
|role=Debuff
|element=[[Image:DQTact Non-elemental.png]]
|mp=14
|range=[[Image:DQTact_Range3x3.png|48px]]<br>3
|status=[[Image:DQTact DEFDown.png]]<br>DEF Down
|description=Occasionally lowers the DEF of all enemies in area of effect for 3 turns
|monsters=Drohl drone, Frostburn, Goodybag, Mud mannequin, Sculptrice, Slimeshroom, Zombie gladiator
}}

==={{DQTreasures}}===
Kasap costs 15 {{MP}} and reduces the {{Defence}} of all enemies within the caster's vicinity by 25% for a limited time. It is learned by [[Dread dracky|Dread drackies]] and [[Shadow]]s.

==Gallery==
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DQ3 Spell Kasap.png|{{III}}
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