Beetleboy

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The Beetleboy is a recurring monster in the Dragon Quest series. It is an anthropomorphic rhinoceros beetle first introduced in Dragon Quest VIII.

Characteristics[edit]

Beetleboys are insectoid warriors with armored black carapaces ready to charge in battle like a raging bull. They have teal colored markings all over their body and wear red handkerchiefs around their necks. They are known for performing charging attacks with their horned heads to knock down novice adventurers. Although the beetles may be tough opponents to those just starting on their journey, they will fall quickly in battle due to their limited HP.

Appearances[edit]

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

Beetleboy (かぶとこぞう Kabuto kozō)DQ8-LOGO-ICON.png
Original (PS2)
Sprite HP MP Attack
DQVIII PS2 Beetleboy.png 16 0 26
Defense Agility Experience Gold
36 16 12 10
Bestiary no. #017
Family Bug
In-game description Despite their weighty appearance, these insectoid monsters are quite swift. They like to tackle their opponents head-on with the help of their huge horns.
Spell(s) None
Skill(s) Lowers his horned head and charges (damage and stun for one turn)
Location(s) Farebury Region
Alexandria Region
Tower of Alexandra
Kingdom of Trodain
Item(s) dropped Medicinal herb132
Leather hat164
Evasion Attack Resistance Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance *
164 0% 25% 25%
Fire Breath
Resistance
*
Bang Resistance * Woosh Resistance * Crack Resistance *
25% 25% 50% 0%
Ice breath
Resistance
*
Strike/Rock Resistance * Zap Resistance * Drain Magic Resistance
0% 0% 25% 100%
Whack Resistance * Poison Resistance * Paralysis Resistance * Fuddle Resistance *
0% 0% 15% 0%
Snooze resistance * Dazzle Resistance Fizzle Resistance Ban Dance Resistance
0% 0% 100% 100%
Stun Resistance * Sap Resistance * Army Resistance *
0% 0% 25%
Remake (3DS, Mobile)
Notable Changes
None



Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker[edit]

Beetleboy
Family Nature
Rank B
Description A natural speedster, this beetle excels in body slams.
Weapons Spears, Axes, Hammers, Staves
Traits Psycho
Resistances Vulnerable to Frizz, Sleepproof
Skill Hive Mind
Location Fert Isle
Breeding chart Scissor beatle x Notso macho


Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2[edit]

Beetleboy
Family Nature
Rank B
Size S
Weapons Axes, Spears, Hammers, Staves
Traits Psycho, Crafty Abiliterator
Resistances Vulnerable to Frizz, Immune to Abiliterator and Sleep
Skill Hive Mind
Location -
Breeding chart Yabby x Cyber slime or Dancing flame


Related monster[edit]

Beetlebully[edit]

The Beetlebully is a variant exclusive to the Joker sub-series, in which it is a high-ranking member of the Nature family.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker[edit]

Beetlebully
Family Nature
Rank S
Description Their huge horns are heralded as the horror of the insect world.
Weapons Spears, Axes, Hammers, Staves
Traits Psycho
Resistances Vulnerable to Frizz, Dazzleproof
Skill Bounty Hunter
Location -
Breeding chart Beetleboy x Metal king slime


Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2[edit]

Beetlebully
Family Nature
Rank S
Size S
Weapons Axes, Spears, Hammers, Staves
Traits Psycho
Resistances Vulnerable to Frizz, Immune to Poison, Confusion, Inaction, Paralysis, and Sleep
Skill Bounty Hunter
Location -
Breeding chart Beetleboy x Metal king slime


Gallery[edit]

Trivia[edit]

The beetleboy and its variants are based on the Japanese rhinoceros beetle, also known as Allomyrina dichotoma. In Japan, they are also known as kabutomushi (かぶとむし) due to their horned heads' similarity to a samurai's helmet. Males often fight with each other with their horns over mates and territory.

Related monsters[edit]

Similar species[edit]