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{{Character
|Name          = Ragnar McRyan
|Game          = {{DQ4}}
|Image         = [[Image:Ragnar.png|300px]]
|Sprite=[[Image:Dq4ragnar-sprite-NES.gif]][[File:Ragnar mimic transparent.png|100px]]
|Japanese name = ライアン
|Roumaji       = Raian
|Old           = Ryan
|Class         = [[Warrior]]
|Race          = Human
|Age           = 29
|Voice Actor   = [http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0644564/ Shinji Ogawa] ([[Dragon Quest IV CD Theater|CD Theater]])<br>[http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0837523/ Tomokazu Sugita] (Japanese, Dragon Quest Heroes I + II, [[Dragon Quest Rivals|Rivals]])
}}
{{quote|style=1|quote='''''Wheesht! A wee nyaff like you cannae stop the mighty Ragnar McRyan!'''''|source=Trouncing the guards at the [[Palais de Léon]]|console=[[Nintendo DS|DS]], [[cell phone]]|align=center|bgcolor=F9A8C5}}
'''Ragnar McRyan''' is a character in the {{DQSeries}} that appears as a playable party member in {{DQ4}}. A soldier of the Kingdom of [[Burland]], Ragnar is sent to investigate a case of missing children in the village of [[Strathbaile]] in the [[Dragon Quest IV Chapter 1|first chapter]].

Discounting the prologue, and the fact that all main characters are present in Chapter Six, Ragnar is the only member of the chosen to make cameo appearances in multiple chapters.

==Appearance and personality==
Ragnar is a very physically fit man with a lean build that belies his immense strength. He has tanned skin and dark blue hair, with a stern appearance and a large bushy mustache. He wears a pink breastplate with a long red cape attached and a leather skirt called a pteruges over a blue undershirt and shorts. His helmet is pink with a red plume and he wears pink gloves and pink shin guards over a black pair of boots. Ragnar also wears a metal armband on his right bicep, two metal bands on his thighs, and a single metal pauldron on his left shoulder. His armour is reminiscent of the kind used in Ancient Rome, particularly his Legionnaire helmet.

Naturally, he is far more concerned with improving his skill at arms than with scholarly pursuits. He is quite a compassionate person, as evidenced by his righteous fury against the demonic kidnappers and willingness to befriend an innocent [[Healie|monster]] when most would slay it. Ragnar's fellow soldiers look up to him with admiration and respect, and even the king places the utmost confidence in him. Though Ragnar takes great pride in his strength and skill, he is a humble man at heart and places the safety of others above all else.

Starting with the localization of the DS remake, Ragnar speaks with a Scottish accent.

==Appearances==
==={{DQ4}}===
{{spoiler|start}}
Ragnar's chapter begins with him receiving a summons from the King of [[Burland]]. As the children of [[Strathbaile]] have vanished, all soldiers of the kingdom have been tasked with investigating the incident and rescuing the children as soon as possible.

After speaking with the people of Burland and venturing through the underground passage to Straithbaile in the north, Ragnar encounters the amnesiac [[Angus and Aigneas|Angus]] in the town jail. Reduced to the mental ability of a child due to a tremendous shock, Ragnar returns to Burland and brings Angus' wife [[Angus and Aigneas|Aigneas]] to return the man to his senses. As Angus had been welcomed by the children of Straithbaile as one of their own when he had toys in his attic, he tells Ragnar of their playing place near the [[Auld Well]].

Entering the well and exploring it, Ragnar hears a mysterious voice that leads him to the [[Talaria]] boots that will allow him to reach the top of the [[Loch Tur]] and rescue the children. Ragnar is also able to join forces with Healie the healslime in this cave, who seeks to become human one day and wants to help the soldier on his mission. With healie in tow and the Talaria flinging them both to the Tor, Ragnar makes it to the heart of the fortress and confronts the demon responsible, who unveils the Underworld's master plan of killing the Chosen before he can ever rise against their Lord. Ragnar kills him and rescues the children, winning the favor of the entire country. Despite the accolades he receives, knowing the Underworld's plan Ragnar reveals he cannot simply stand by as darkness gathers, and sets out on a quest with Healie to find and protect the Hero. 

Ragnar makes cameo appearances during other chapters before the unifying of the Chosen in 5. In chapter 2 he is in the [[Zamoksva/Endor Teleportal|Endor Shrine]] at night.  In chapter 3 he can be found in the [[casino]] at Endor in which he is looking for the Hero. By chapter 5, his search took him to [[Mintos]] where a couple of residents would relate his visit to the Hero.

Sometime after, Ragnar headed to the [[House of Prophecy]] to learn more about the Hero, but diverted from that search when learning about the corrupt King of [[Palais de Léon]] from a prisoner at [[Havre Léon]].

He arrived at the castle with the now-human Healie just before the other Chosen, and he is seen dispatching the hapless guards trying to prevent him from entering the Maquis' chambers. After the Marquis is defeated by the Hero's party, Ragnar joins forces with them.

After the downfall of [[Psaro the Manslayer]], Ragnar reported the victory to the King of Burland and later visited the Hero in the [[Hidden Valley]] with the rest of the party.
{{spoiler|end}}
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====Base stats====
[[Image:Slime_Slicing.png|thumb|right|230px|Slime-slicing]]
When applied to the {{DQ3}} class system, Ragnar is a [[warrior]]. He has immense strength and resilience, but low agility. Even his character design is a variation of the warrior, which was traditionally in pink armour. He can don nearly all available armour and use most weapons, and should be on the frontlines of battle at all times--his endurance growth is so great it is advisable to set him at the head of the party until the Hero obtains the zenithian equipment. 

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| Attribute || Starting Stats || Maximum Stats
|- style="font-weight:normal"
| Level || 1 || 99
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| HP || 27 || 734
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| MP ||  || 
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| Strength || 7 || 219
|-
| Agility || 4 || 84
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| Resilience || 13 || 227
|-
| Wisdom || 1 || 156
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| Luck || 2 || 152
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| Initial gear ||colspan=2|[[Copper sword]], [[Leather armour]]
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*PSX version
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====Selected quotes====
<center><small>Main article: [[Dragon Quest IV Transcript]]</center></small>
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{{quote|style=2|quote=I'll not lie - it's an honour indeed tae have ma efforts recognised by the King Himself!

And that's not all I have tae thank him for - if he hadnae sent me oot on this adventure, I'd never hae met with such fine new friends, neither!|source= Ragnar, in [[Burland]]|console=[[Cell phone]]|align=center}}
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{{quote|style=2|quote=A real warrior shouldnae be frettin' aboot whether it's hot or cold, he should just be gettin' on wi' the job in hand.

B-B-But I don't half wish I'd packed ma wooly mittens...|source= Ragnar, in [[Imperial Pantry of Parthenia]]|console=[[Cell phone]]|align=center}}
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{{quote|style=2|quote=Maybe this is the lassie o' ma dreams! I feel like I've waited ma whole life tae meet a lady who enjoys a good wrestle!|source= Ragnar, in [[Femiscrya]]|console=[[Cell phone]]|align=center}}
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{{quote|style=2|quote=It's great that ye're comin' back down below wi' us, Hero, but whit aboot yer hometown an' all yer kinfolk?

I just want ye tae know that ye're welcome tae come wi' me tae bonnie Burland. If ye fancy it, jus' say the word!|source= Ragnar, in the prologue|console=[[Cell phone]]|align=center}}
|}

==={{DQ6}}===
Ragnar appears with the other Chosen in the near-future version of [[Reaper's Peak]]. He is found in the weapon shop, trying to get a replacement for his broken sword. He is annoyed with the cat running the store for not stocking any swords at all.

==={{DQ8}}===
Ragnar appears as one of the monster team owners at [[Morrie]]'s [[Monster Arena]]. His team includes a [[Healslime]], a [[Dullahan]], and a [[Gigantes]], which are called "Healie's Heelies," a homage to his partnership with Healie.

==={{DQ9}}===
On April 1, 2011, Ragnar began appearing as a special guest at the [[Quester's Rest]] in [[Stornway]]. This could be downloaded through the [[DQVC]] using Nintendo's Wi-Fi channel when it was still available. When spoken to, he will give the [[Hero (Dragon Quest IX)|Hero]] different pieces of his outfit is certain conditions are fulfilled.
*[[Ragnar's armour]] - Recieved when talking to him.
*[[Ragnar's helm]] - Recieved when it is the player's birthday.
*[[McRyan's mittens]] - Recieved after the inn is fully expanded.
*[[Highland boots]] - Recieved if the Hero is a Warrior.
A special [[Accolade]] is earned if the Hero wears all of the parts of Ragnar's costume.

[[Stella]] does not have a high opinion of Ragnar when speaking to her through the battle records screen.

==={{DQH}} and {{DQH2}}===
Ragnar appears as an exclusive playable character in the Nintendo Switch version. As a reference to his partnership with Healie, Ragnar teams up with [[Healix]] in his Coup de Grâce attack.

===''[[Dragon Quest & Final Fantasy in Itadaki Street Special]]''===
Along with [[Torneko Taloon]], [[Kiryl]], and [[Alena]], Ragnar appears as a playable character in ''Itadaki Street Special''.

==Etymology==
Ragnar is a name of Norse origin, meaning ''warrior of judgement''.
* His original name is ライアン (''Raian'', or Ryan). This was romanized as Lyan in the original guidebook, but Ryan on the official DS wallpaper.
* In the German DS localization he is called Ragnar Rauhbein. Rauhbein is a German term for a person that is uncouth, but good at heart.
* In the Italian DS localisation, he is called Gagliardo de Guglielmi.

==Trivia==
In ''[[Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime]]'', the character [[Rocket#Gallery|Big Daddy]] bears a strong resemblance to Ragnar.

==See also==
*[[Ragnar's costume]]

==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
Image:Ragnar_Famicom_art.png|Famicom art.
Image:RagnarArt.png|More Famicom art.
Image:Ragnar_Borya_and_Alena.png|With Borya and Alena.
Image:Ragnar Strength.png|
Image:RagnarInomata.png|Mutsumi Inomata artwork.
Image:Ragnar Bronze Armour.png|Wearing bronze armour.
Image:Ragnar Iron Armour.png|Wearing iron armour.
Image:Ragnar Full Plate Armour.png|Wearing full plate armour.
Image:DQIV Spiked Armour.png|Wearing spiked armour.
Image:Ragnar Hardwood Headwear.png|Wearing hardwood headwear.
Image:Ragnar Spiked Armour.png|
Image:DQIV RyanPS.jpg|PS1 art.
Image:DQIV RyanPS1.jpg|
Image:Ryan DS.png|DS art.
Image:Ragnar and DQIV Heroine.png|
Image:DQMB Ragnar.png|''Dragon Quest: Monster Battle'' card.
Image:DQHRS Big Daddy.png|''Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime''.
Image:DQH Ryan render.png|Ragnar in ''Dragon Quest Heroes I + II''.
Image:DQH Ryan.jpg|
Image:DQH RyanTrailer.jpg|
Image:DQH Ragnar Healix.jpg|Ragnar fighting alongside Healix.
Image:DQH Ryan HighTension.jpg|Ragnar in High Tension.
Image:DQH RyanHighTension.png|Ragnar preparing his Coup de Grâce.
File:DQHI and II Ragnar AuroraBlade.jpg|Ragnar with an [[Aurora blade]]
File:Hero-raian.png|[[Dragon Quest Tact]]
</gallery></center>

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