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{{Character
{{Character
|Name=Malroth
|Name=Malroth
|Game=''[[Dragon Quest II]]''
|Game={{Dragon Quest II}}
|Image=[[File:DQB2 Malroth 3.png|280px]]
|Image=[[File:DQB2 Malroth 3.png|280px]]
|Sprite=
|Sprite=
|Japanese name=シドー
|Japanese name=シドー
|Roumaji=''Shidō''
|Roumaji=''Shidō''
|Old=Sidoh (GBC era)
|Old=Sidoh ({{GBC}} era)
|Title=Master of Destruction (English)<br>{{tt|Hakaishin|Destruction God}} (Japanese)
|Title=Master of Destruction (English)<br>{{tt|Hakaishin|Destruction God}} (Japanese)
|Class=
|Class=
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|Age=
|Age=
|Family=
|Family=
|Voice Actor=[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0319980/ Banjo Ginga] (Japanese, [[Dragon Quest II CD Theater|CD Theater]])<br>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0840720/ Kenichi Suzumura] (Japanese, ''Rivals'')
|Voice Actor=[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0319980/ Banjo Ginga] (Japanese, [[Dragon Quest II CD Theater|CD Theater]])<br>[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0840720/ Kenichi Suzumura] (Japanese, {{Rivals}})
}}
}}


{{quote|style=1|quote='''''...Malroth! Lord and Master of Destruction! Receive of me my flesh in willing sacrifice...! Nnngh!|source=Hargon's last words|console=|align=center|bgcolor=4166f5}}
{{quote|style=1|quote='''''...Malroth! Lord and Master of Destruction! Receive of me my flesh in willing sacrifice...! Nnngh!|source=Hargon's last words|console=|align=center|bgcolor=4166f5}}


'''Malroth''' (シドー, ''Shidō''), also known as the '''Master of Destruction''' (破壊神, ''Hakaishin''), is the final boss of the video game ''[[Dragon Quest II]]''. Malroth is not mentioned in his debut game until the finale, except for a false idol bearing his likeness which is found in a cave and is needed to uncover the [[Cave to Rendarak]]. Malroth can use the spell of [[Fullheal]] in his original appearance, leading to infamy amongst fans and adding to the already considerable challenge of ''DQII''.
'''Malroth''' (シドー, ''Shidō''), also known as the '''Master of Destruction''' (破壊神, ''Hakaishin''), is the [[Final Boss]] of the video game {{DQ2}}.


Malroth reappears in ''[[Dragon Quest Builders 2]]'' as a central figure, but as an amnesiac young man instead of a hideous demon. The circumstances to his sudden change of appearance, as well as his forgotten past, are crucial to the game's story.
Malroth is not mentioned in his debut game until the finale, except for a [[False Idol]] bearing his likeness which is found in a cave and is needed to uncover the [[Cave to Rendarak]]. Malroth can use the spell of [[Fullheal]] in his original appearance, leading to infamy amongst fans and adding to the already considerable challenge of {{II}}.
 
Malroth reappears in {{DQB2}} as a central figure, but as an amnesiac young man instead of a hideous demon. The circumstances to his sudden change of appearance, as well as his forgotten past, are crucial to the game's story.


==Appearance and personality==
==Appearance and personality==
Malroth is a large, chimeric abomination covered mostly in blue scales (green in some games) and wearing only a necklace with a skull on it. He has six limbs, four of which appear to be arms, a massive pair of demonic wings and a serpent for a tail. His mouth is always shown as being a wide-opened grin, fangs clearly visible.
Malroth is a large, chimeric abomination covered mostly in blue scales (green in some games) and wearing only a necklace with a skull on it. He has six limbs, four of which appear to be arms, a massive pair of demonic wings and a serpent for a tail. His mouth is always shown as being a wide-opened grin, fangs clearly visible.


Being a god of destruction, Malroth is immensely powerful and more than capable of living up to his title. In all of his appearances Malroth has almost never spoken beyond primitive roars, preferring annihilation over conversation. At the start of ''Dragon Quest II'', Malroth is only alluded to and rarely by his name. All that is first hinted to is his penchant for destruction and the fact that the [[Children of Hargon]] threatens all of [[Alefgard]] by trying to summon him.  In the original NES version the [[False Idol]] is known as the Eye of Malroth; this marks the only time he is slightly referenced but there still exist statues in several dungeons that depict his likeness. In contemporary remakes such as the Android/iOS versions, summoning a deity of destruction is mentioned to be Hargon's ultimate goal but never referred to with its name until the end.  
Being a god of destruction, Malroth is immensely powerful and more than capable of living up to his title. In all of his appearances Malroth has almost never spoken beyond primitive roars, preferring annihilation over conversation. At the start of {{Dragon Quest II}}, Malroth is only alluded to and rarely by his name. All that is first hinted to is his penchant for destruction and the fact that the [[Children of Hargon]] threatens all of [[Alefgard]] by trying to summon him.  In the original {{NES}} version the [[False Idol]] is known as the Eye of Malroth; this marks the only time he is slightly referenced but there still exist statues in several dungeons that depict his likeness. In contemporary remakes such as the [[Cell phone|Android/iOS]] versions, summoning a deity of destruction is mentioned to be [[Hargon]]'s ultimate goal but never referred to with its name until the end.  


Being the cult's object of worship, Malroth is highly esteemed by his devotees--not that this matters to him, as his description in ''IX'' states that he doesn't mind where his sacrifices come from. It is revealed in ''Dragon Quest Builders 2'' that his name is known only in the highest ranks among the Children of Hargon, this was presumably thought up by Hargon himself so that only he could address the deity and, by this tactic, it could only be directed personally by his nihilist pleas.
Being the cult's object of worship, Malroth is highly esteemed by his devotees--not that this matters to him, as his description in {{IX}} states that he doesn't mind where his sacrifices come from. It is revealed in {{Builders 2}} that his name is known only in the highest ranks among the [[Children of Hargon]], this was presumably thought up by [[Hargon]] himself so that only he could address the deity and, by this tactic, it could only be directed personally by his nihilist pleas.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
==={{DQ2}}===
==={{DQ2}}===
The player's party does not come face-to-face with the mighty demon until after Hargon is slain. When the party tries to move away from Hargon's throne their path will be blocked by flames and the floor will begin to break apart, heralding Malroth's return. Though successful in defeating Hargon, the sorcerer summoned the god of destruction in death, leaving the heroes to contend with him in the final battle.
The {{Hero 2}}'s {{Party 2}} does not come face-to-face with the mighty demon until after Hargon is slain. When the party tries to move away from [[Hargon]]'s throne their path will be blocked by flames and the floor will begin to break apart, heralding Malroth's return. Though successful in defeating [[Hargon]], the sorcerer summoned the god of destruction in death, leaving the heroes to contend with him in the final battle.
{{DQ2Enemy
{{DQ2Enemy
|name=Malroth
|name=Malroth
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==={{DQ9}}===
==={{DQ9}}===
Malroth appears as a [[Legacy Boss]], obtained after completing [[List of quests in Dragon Quest IX#Quest #151 - #152|Quest #151]] (only available through Wi-Fi or received at special events). He will become [[enraged]] once his health drops to orange range.
Malroth appears as a {{Legacy Boss}}, obtained after completing [[Template:DQIXQuest/151|Quest #151]] (only available through Wi-Fi or received at special events). He will become [[enraged]] once his health drops to orange range.


{{DQ9Enemy
{{DQ9Enemy
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|name = Malroth
|name = Malroth
|image = [[File:Malroth IX.png]]
|image = [[File:Malroth IX.png]]
|game = Dragon Quest IX
|game = {{Dragon Quest IX}}
|console = DS
|console = {{DS}}
|hp = 7500<br>15066( 99)
|hp = 7500<br>15066( 99)
|mp = 255
|mp = 255
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|experience = 64600
|experience = 64600
|gold = 2490
|gold = 2490
|droppedItem = [[Mini medal]] (common, 100%)<br/>[[Red Orb]] (rare, 5%-10%)
|droppedItem = [[Mini medal]] (common, 100%)<br>[[Red Orb]] (rare, 5%-10%)
|family = ???
|family = {{Question}}
|bestiaryNumber =  
|bestiaryNumber =  
|description ="Brings about destruction by breathing both fire and ice, and disruption with Disruptive Wave. Hard to harm with darkness. This deity of the damned enjoys nothing more than the sacrificed souls of his most sincere followers. Mmmmm!"  
|description ="Brings about destruction by breathing both fire and ice, and disruption with Disruptive Wave. Hard to harm with darkness. This deity of the damned enjoys nothing more than the sacrificed souls of his most sincere followers. Mmmmm!"  
|locations = [[Grotto]]
|locations = {{Grotto}}
| fire = 100
| fire = 100
| ice = 100
| ice = 100
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|91-99||Midenhall helm||20%||Red Orb||15%
|91-99||Midenhall helm||20%||Red Orb||15%
|}
|}
*''In addition, he will always drop a [[mini medal]].''
*''In addition, he will always drop a [[Mini medal]].''
| valign="top" width="50%" |
| valign="top" width="50%" |


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|10||[[Moreheal]]
|10||[[Moreheal]]
|-
|-
|16||Always attacks twice per round
|16||Always attacks twice per round.
|-
|-
|28||[[Blinder]]
|28||[[Blinder]]
|-
|-
|41||[[Hellfire]] breath, begins attacking 3 times per turn, stops using Scorch and Moreheal
|41||[[Hellfire]] breath, begins attacking 3 times per turn, stops using [[Scorch]] and [[Moreheal]].
|-
|-
|49||[[Psyche Up]]
|49||[[Psyche Up]]
|-
|-
|57||[[Fullheal]] (capped at 999 HP)
|57||[[Fullheal]] (capped at 999 {{HP}})
|}
|}
|}
|}
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|wisdom=5/5
|wisdom=5/5
|agility=5/5
|agility=5/5
|family= [[??? family|???]]
|family= {{Question}}
|in-game-description=An evil dragon lord, ruler of all destruction
|in-game-description=An evil dragon lord, ruler of all destruction
|abilities=[[FireAir]], [[FrigidAir]], [[HellBlast]]
|abilities=[[Fire Breath|FireAir]], [[Cool Breath|FrigidAir]], [[Lightning Storm|HellBlast]]
|habitat=[[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters | Gate of Demolition]]
|habitat=[[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters|Gate of Demolition]]
|breeding=[[Jamirus]] x [[Rosevine]]
|breeding=[[Jamirus]] x [[Gripevine|Rosevine]]
|frizz-resist=Weak
|frizz-resist=Weak
|sizz-resist=Weak
|sizz-resist=Weak
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|wisdom=7/10
|wisdom=7/10
|agility=7/10
|agility=7/10
|family= [[??? family | ???]]
|family= {{Question}}
|in-game-description=
|in-game-description=
|abilities=[[FireAir]], [[FrigidAir]], [[HellBlast]]
|abilities=[[Fire Breath|FireAir]], [[Cool Breath|FrigidAir]], [[Lightning Storm|HellBlast]]
|habitat=
|habitat=
|breeding=[[Jamirus]] x [[Rosevine]]
|breeding=[[Jamirus]] x [[Gripevine|Rosevine]]
|frizz-resist=Weak
|frizz-resist=Weak
|sizz-resist=Weak
|sizz-resist=Weak
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|name = Malroth
|name = Malroth
|image =   
|image =   
|family = [[Demon family | Demon]]
|family = {{Demon}}
|rank = S
|rank = S
|description = ''A god of destruction who plans to usher death unto all living beings.''
|description = ''A god of destruction who plans to usher death unto all living beings.''
|weapons = Swords, Spears, Claws, Staves
|weapons = {{Sword}}s, {{Spear}}s, {{Claw}}s, {{Staves}}
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Artful Dodger]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Psycho]]
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Artful Dodger]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Psycho]]
|resistances = Healed by Zam, Whackproof, Confusionproof
|resistances = Healed by [[Zam]], [[Whack]]proof, [[Confusion]]proof
|skill = [[Healer (Skill)|Healer]], [[Über Wisdom Boost]]
|skill = [[Healer (Skill)|Healer]], [[Über Wisdom Boost]]
|location = -
|location = -
|breeding chart = [[Demon-at-arms]] x [[Living statue]], [[Buffalogre]], or [[Khalamari]]
|breeding chart = [[Demon-at-arms]] x [[Living Statue (Recurring)|Living statue]], [[Buffalogre]], or [[Khalamari]]
}}
}}
{{clear}}
{{clear}}
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|name = Malroth
|name = Malroth
|image =   
|image =   
|family = [[Demon family | Demon]]
|family = {{Demon}}
|rank = S
|rank = S
|size = M
|size = M
|weapons = Swords, Spears, Claws, Staves
|weapons = {{Sword}}s, {{Spear}}s, {{Claw}}s, {{Staves}}
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Hit Squad]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Big Hitter]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Health Professional]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Sleepy Touch]]
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Hit Squad]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Big Hitter]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Health Professional]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Sleepy Touch]]
|resistances = Vulnerable to [[Woosh]], Immune to [[Whack]], Poison, Confusion, Inaction, Paralysis, and Sleep, Healed by [[Zam]]
|resistances = Vulnerable to [[Woosh]], Immune to [[Whack]], Poison, Confusion, Inaction, Paralysis, and Sleep, Healed by [[Zam]]
|skill = [[Healer (Skill) | Healer]]
|skill = [[Healer (Skill)|Healer]]
|location = -
|location = -
|breeding chart = [[Hargon]] x [[Khalamari]], [[Buffalogre]], or [[Living statue]]
|breeding chart = [[Hargon]] x [[Khalamari]], [[Buffalogre]], or [[Living Statue (Recurring)|Living statue]]
}}
}}
{{clear}}
{{clear}}


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2 Professional]]''===
==={{DQMJ2P}}===
Malroth has the same synthesis recipe here as in the previous game.
Malroth has the same synthesis recipe here as in the previous game.


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==={{DQB2}}===
==={{DQB2}}===
Malroth is a major character appearing in ''Dragon Quest Builders 2''. He accompanies the player as a helpful NPC for the majority of the game, participating in battle as an AI controlled ally to kite enemy focus away from the player as a response to criticism of the first title. For more details, see ''[[Malroth (Character)]]''.
Malroth is a major character appearing in {{Builders 2}}. He accompanies the player as a helpful {{NPC}} for the majority of the game, participating in battle as an AI controlled ally to kite enemy focus away from the player as a response to criticism of the first title. For more details, see ''[[Malroth (Character)]]''.


==={{DQR}}===
==={{DQR}}===
Malroth appears in the artwork for his own card and those depicting his abilities, both in his original demonic and humanoid forms. He was introduced in the first card pack as a legendary rare card and would inflict 4 damage to all units on the field when summoned, including allies. He was eventually reprinted in the seventh card pack, "Strange Tale of Light and Darkness" under the name "Destruction God Sidoh" alongside Hargon. As a reference to his ability to cast Fullheal in the original version of ''Dragon Quest II'', all of Malroth's HP is restored at the end of the opponent's turn.
Malroth appears in the artwork for his own card and those depicting his abilities, both in his original demonic and humanoid forms. He was introduced in the first card pack as a legendary rare card and would inflict 4 damage to all units on the field when summoned, including allies. He was eventually reprinted in the seventh card pack, "Strange Tale of Light and Darkness" under the name "Destruction God Sidoh" alongside Hargon. As a reference to his ability to cast [[Fullheal]] in the original version of {{Dragon Quest II}}, all of Malroth's {{HP}} is restored at the end of the opponent's turn.


===''[[Dragon Quest Walk]]''===
==={{DQWalk}}===
Malroth first appeared in the game as a boss on June 24th, 2021 as part of a ''Dragon Quest II'' collaboration event. A special mega version of Malroth can be challenged by up to 12 players from June 26th to July 11th, 2021.
Malroth first appeared in the game as a boss on June 24th, 2021 as part of a {{Dragon Quest II}} collaboration event. A special mega version of Malroth can be challenged by up to 12 players from June 26th to July 11th, 2021.


===''[[Dragon Quest Tact]]''===
==={{DQTact}}===
{{quote|style=1|quote='''''My name... is Malroth... Master... of Destruction... And destruction... is what I bring forth!'''''|source=|console=|align=center|bgcolor=05BF5A}}
{{quote|style=1|quote='''''My name... is Malroth... Master... of Destruction... And destruction... is what I bring forth!'''''|source=|console=|align=center|bgcolor=05BF5A}}


Malroth appears as an S-rank member of the [[??? family]] as part of the limited ''Dragon Quest II'' event on his own banner alongside [[Batmandrill]]. He can be faced in the event quest Chapter 5, Episode 4: Malroth, God of Destruction, as well as boss battles in the Hall of Hargon and Malroth's Menace Challenge Quests.
Malroth appears as an S-rank member of the [[??? family]] as part of the limited {{Dragon Quest II}} event on his own banner alongside [[Batmandrill]]. He can be faced in the event quest Chapter 5, Episode 4: Malroth, God of Destruction, as well as boss battles in the [[Hall of Hargon]] and Malroth's Menace Challenge Quests.
{{DQTactEnemy
{{DQTactEnemy
|name=Malroth
|name=Malroth
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|romanji=Shidō
|romanji=Shidō
|sprite=[[Image:DQT Malroth.png|300px]]
|sprite=[[Image:DQT Malroth.png|300px]]
|family=[[Image:Tact Icon SpecialFamily.png|48px]]<br>???
|family=[[Image:Tact Icon SpecialFamily.png|48px]]<br>{{Question}}
|rank=[[Image:DQTact Rank Icon S.png|48px]]
|rank=[[Image:DQTact Rank Icon S.png|48px]]
|role=[[Image:DQTact DebuffType.png|48px]]<br>Debuff
|role=[[Image:DQTact DebuffType.png|48px]]<br>Debuff
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*Malroth appears to be inspired by Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction and one of the three principle deities of Hinduism. Shiva is commonly depicted as having blue skin and multiple arms and is known as the Destroyer. However, Shiva is also known as the Creator as well, as new creation couldn't take place without first having destruction, and Shiva does not take part in blind, needless destruction.
*Malroth appears to be inspired by Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction and one of the three principle deities of Hinduism. Shiva is commonly depicted as having blue skin and multiple arms and is known as the Destroyer. However, Shiva is also known as the Creator as well, as new creation couldn't take place without first having destruction, and Shiva does not take part in blind, needless destruction.
*It is speculated that the gauntlet of bosses in the Hall of Hargon (Atlas, Pazuzu, Belial) were, worst case scenario, at least meant to stall the Luminaries while Hargon performed the ritual to summon Malroth. Since Hargon was defeated before the ritual was finished, he sacrificed what little life he had left as a last ditch effort to summon the God of Destruction. This raises the question of how much more powerful Malroth's avatar would be if the ritual was completed properly.
*It is speculated that the gauntlet of bosses in the [[Hall of Hargon]] ([[Atlas]], [[Pazuzu]], [[Belial]]) were, worst case scenario, at least meant to stall the [[Luminaries]] while [[Hargon]] performed the ritual to summon Malroth. Since [[Hargon]] was defeated before the ritual was finished, he sacrificed what little life he had left as a last ditch effort to summon the God of Destruction. This raises the question of how much more powerful Malroth's avatar would be if the ritual was completed properly.
*His human form in ''Dragon Quest Builders 2'' is voiced by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenjiro_Tsuda Kenjiro Tsuda], though he doesn't talk and only makes various sounds to indicate his mood. In ''[https://twitter.com/DQ_RIVALS/status/1227177547030384640 Dragon Quest Rivals]'', he can be heard speaking for the first time.
*His human form in {{Builders 2}} is voiced by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenjiro_Tsuda Kenjiro Tsuda], though he doesn't talk and only makes various sounds to indicate his mood. In ''[https://twitter.com/DQ_RIVALS/status/1227177547030384640 Dragon Quest Rivals]'', he can be heard speaking for the first time.
* The splitting of Malroth into good and bad halves is reminiscent of the characters Kami and Piccolo from [[Akira Toriyama]]'s ''Dragon Ball'' manga. The two were originally an unnamed being whose expelled inner darkness manifested as a violent doppelganger.
*The splitting of Malroth into good and bad halves is reminiscent of the characters Kami and Piccolo from [[Akira Toriyama]]'s ''Dragon Ball'' manga. The two were originally an unnamed being whose expelled inner darkness manifested as a violent doppelganger.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
<center><gallery>
DQII_Malroth.png|Famicom art
DQII_Malroth.png|{{Famicom}} art.
Malroth 87.png|Alternate Famicom art
Malroth 87.png|Alternate {{Famicom}} art.
SNES DQII.jpg|Super Famicom art
SNES DQII.jpg|{{Super Famicom}} art.
Sidoh.gif|''Dragon Quest Monsters 1 & 2''. (PlayStation remake)
Sidoh.gif|{{1·2}} ([[Sony PlayStation]] remake)
Genosidoh.png|Genosidoh, ''Dragon Quest Monsters 2''
Genosidoh.png|Genosidoh, {{Monsters 2}}.
Genosidoh.gif|Genosidoh, ''Dragon Quest Monsters 1 & 2'' (PlayStation remake)
Genosidoh.gif|Genosidoh, {{1·2}} ([[Sony PlayStation]] remake)
Malroth DQMJ DS.png|''Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker''
Malroth DQMJ DS.png|{{Joker}}.
File:Malroth joker 2.png|''Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2''
Malroth joker 2.png|{{Joker 2}}
Sidoh.jpg|''Dragon Quest Sofubi Monster''
Sidoh.jpg|''Dragon Quest Sofubi Monster''.
SidohMetal.jpg|Special metallic version from the ''[[Dragon Quest Sofubi Monster]]'' series
SidohMetal.jpg|Special metallic version from the ''[[Dragon Quest Sofubi Monster]]'' series.
Metallic Monster Malroth.jpg|Green version
Metallic Monster Malroth.jpg|Green version.
Malroth stuffed toy.jpg|Plush toy from the ''Densetsu no Maō'' series
Malroth stuffed toy.jpg|Plush toy from the ''Densetsu no Maō'' series.
Sidoh Plush Green.jpg
Sidoh Plush Green.jpg
Monsters Gallery Sidoh.jpg|Monsters Gallery Super HG
Monsters Gallery Sidoh.jpg|Monsters Gallery Super HG.
Monsters Gallery Hargon Sidoh.jpg|Monsters Gallery HD
Monsters Gallery Hargon Sidoh.jpg|Monsters Gallery HD.
DQHII Malroth.jpg|Malroth in ''Dragon Quest Heroes I & II''
DQHII Malroth.jpg|Malroth in ''Dragon Quest Heroes I & II''.
DQB2 Malroth True Form.png|Final boss first form in ''Builders 2''
DQB2 Malroth True Form.png|Final boss first form in {{Builders 2}}.
DQMSL Sidoh.jpg|Appearance in ''Super Light''
DQMSL Sidoh.jpg|Appearance in {{Super Light}}.
DQ Stars Android Malroth.jpg|Appearance in {{Stars}}
DQ Stars Android Malroth.jpg|Appearance in {{Stars}}
DQRA Sido.jpg|Appearance in ''Rivals''
DQRA Sido.jpg|Appearance in ''Rivals''

Revision as of 23:09, 1 March 2022

This article is about the evil God. For the character, see Malroth (Character).
Malroth
Dragon Quest II
DQB2 Malroth 3.png
Japanese name シドー
Romaji Shidō
Old localization Sidoh (GBC era)
Title Master of Destruction (English)
Hakaishin (Japanese)
Race Destruction Deity
Voice actor Banjo Ginga (Japanese, CD Theater)
Kenichi Suzumura (Japanese, Rivals)


"...Malroth! Lord and Master of Destruction! Receive of me my flesh in willing sacrifice...! Nnngh!"

—Hargon's last words

Malroth (シドー, Shidō), also known as the Master of Destruction (破壊神, Hakaishin), is the Final Boss of the video game Dragon Quest II: Luminaries of the Legendary Line.

Malroth is not mentioned in his debut game until the finale, except for a False Idol bearing his likeness which is found in a cave and is needed to uncover the Cave to Rendarak. Malroth can use the spell of Fullheal in his original appearance, leading to infamy amongst fans and adding to the already considerable challenge of II.

Malroth reappears in Dragon Quest Builders 2 as a central figure, but as an amnesiac young man instead of a hideous demon. The circumstances to his sudden change of appearance, as well as his forgotten past, are crucial to the game's story.

Appearance and personality

Malroth is a large, chimeric abomination covered mostly in blue scales (green in some games) and wearing only a necklace with a skull on it. He has six limbs, four of which appear to be arms, a massive pair of demonic wings and a serpent for a tail. His mouth is always shown as being a wide-opened grin, fangs clearly visible.

Being a god of destruction, Malroth is immensely powerful and more than capable of living up to his title. In all of his appearances Malroth has almost never spoken beyond primitive roars, preferring annihilation over conversation. At the start of Dragon Quest II, Malroth is only alluded to and rarely by his name. All that is first hinted to is his penchant for destruction and the fact that the Children of Hargon threatens all of Alefgard by trying to summon him. In the original NES version the False Idol is known as the Eye of Malroth; this marks the only time he is slightly referenced but there still exist statues in several dungeons that depict his likeness. In contemporary remakes such as the Android/iOS versions, summoning a deity of destruction is mentioned to be Hargon's ultimate goal but never referred to with its name until the end.

Being the cult's object of worship, Malroth is highly esteemed by his devotees--not that this matters to him, as his description in IX states that he doesn't mind where his sacrifices come from. It is revealed in Builders 2 that his name is known only in the highest ranks among the Children of Hargon, this was presumably thought up by Hargon himself so that only he could address the deity and, by this tactic, it could only be directed personally by his nihilist pleas.

Appearances

Dragon Quest II: Luminaries of the Legendary Line

The Hero's party does not come face-to-face with the mighty demon until after Hargon is slain. When the party tries to move away from Hargon's throne their path will be blocked by flames and the floor will begin to break apart, heralding Malroth's return. Though successful in defeating Hargon, the sorcerer summoned the god of destruction in death, leaving the heroes to contend with him in the final battle.

Malroth DQ2-SNES-LOGO-ICON.PNG
Original (NES)
Sprite HP MP Attack
Malroth.gif 250 Infinite 255
Defense Agility Experience Gold
255 110 0 0
Abilities Blazing Fire (49~91)
Fullheal
Location(s) Hall of Hargon
Item Dropped None
Evasion Fire Resistance * Dazzle Resistance Snooze Resistance
7⁄64 7⁄7 4⁄7 7⁄7
Thwack Resistance Fizzle Resistance Kasap Resistance
7⁄7 7⁄7 2⁄7
Remakes (SFC, GBC, Mobile)
Sprites HP MP Attack
Malroth IandII snes.pngMalroth IandII gbc.png
Malroth Switch.png		 1750 Infinite 235
Defense Agility Experience Gold
240 110 0 0
Abilities Belch blistering flames 90~110
Kasap
Kabuff
Location(s) Hall of Hargon
Item Dropped None
Evasion Fire Resistance * Dazzle Resistance Snooze Resistance
1⁄32 0⁄7 5⁄7 6⁄7
Thwack Resistance Fizzle Resistance Kasap Resistance
7⁄7 7⁄7 0⁄7



Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies

Malroth appears as a Legacy Boss, obtained after completing Quest #151 (only available through Wi-Fi or received at special events). He will become enraged once his health drops to orange range.


Malroth
Malroth IX.png
HP MP Experience Gold
7500
15066( 99) 		255 64600 2490
Attack Defense Speed
900
1306( 99) 		480
720( 99) 		260
416( 99)
Dropped Item Mini medal (common, 100%)
Red Orb (rare, 5%-10%)
Locations Grotto
Family Template:Question
Game Dragon Quest IX
Console DS
Description "Brings about destruction by breathing both fire and ice, and disruption with Disruptive Wave. Hard to harm with darkness. This deity of the damned enjoys nothing more than the sacrificed souls of his most sincere followers. Mmmmm!"
Additional Attributes
Fire Ice Wind Earth Light Dark
100 100 150 100 100 50
Blast Dazzle Sleep Death Drain MP Confusion
100 0 0 0 100 0
Fizzle Inaction Paralyze Poison Charm Magic Res
0 0 0 0 0 50
Blunt Sap Decelerate
5 25 75


Treasure

Level Range Secondary Drop Orb
1-3 Midenhall boots 15% Red Orb 10%
4-8 Midenhall trousers 15% Red Orb 10%
9-15 Midenhall gloves 15% Red Orb 11%
16-25 Midenhall garb 15% Red Orb 11%
26-40 Midenhall helm 15% Red Orb 12%
41-56 Midenhall boots 20% Red Orb 12%
57-68 Midenhall trousers 20% Red Orb 13%
69-80 Midenhall gloves 20% Red Orb 13%
81-90 Midenhall garb 20% Red Orb 14%
91-99 Midenhall helm 20% Red Orb 15%

Skills

Level New abilities
Initial Scorch, C-c-cold Breath, critical attack, sometimes attacks twice per round
5 Disruptive Wave
10 Moreheal
16 Always attacks twice per round.
28 Blinder
41 Hellfire breath, begins attacking 3 times per turn, stops using Scorch and Moreheal.
49 Psyche Up
57 Fullheal (capped at 999 HP)

Dragon Quest Monsters

Sidoh DWM Logo.png
Sprite Level cap * HP growth MP growth
Sidoh.png 70 3/5 5/5
Strength growth Resilience growth Wisdom growth Agility growth
3/5 2/5 5/5 5/5
Family Template:Question
In-game description An evil dragon lord, ruler of all destruction
Abilities FireAir, FrigidAir, HellBlast
Habitat Gate of Demolition
Breeding chart Jamirus x Rosevine
Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath Resistance * Bang Resistance *
Weak Weak None Weak
Crack Resistance * Ice Breath Resistance * Woosh Resistance * Rock/Army Resistance *
Weak None Weak Strong
Zap Resistance * Gigaslash Resistance Magic Burst Resistance Drain Magic Resistance *
Weak Weak Weak Immune
Whack Resistance * Kamikazee Resistance * Poison Resistance * Paralysis Resistance *
Immune Immune Immune Immune
Fuddle Resistance * Snooze Resistance * Dazzle Resistance * Fizzle Resistance
Immune Immune Immune Immune
Ban Dance Resistance Gobstopper Resistance Stun Resistance * Sap Resistance *
Immune Immune Immune Immune
Decelerate Resistance * Curse Resistance
Immune Immune


Sidoh appears as the boss of the Gate of Demolition, though only on the second time through: players must first defeat Hargon and then go through the gate again to confront Malroth, whose presence is noted by Watabou when Hargon is defeated. It is interesting to note that this is the only time Malroth speaks in person, talking with pauses between words and occasionally syllables.

Dragon Quest Monsters 2

DWM2 Taras Adventure Logo.png
Sprite Level cap * HP growth MP growth
Sidoh 1.png 70 7/10 9/10
Strength growth Resilience growth Wisdom growth Agility growth
7/10 6/10 7/10 7/10
Family Template:Question
In-game description
Abilities FireAir, FrigidAir, HellBlast
Habitat
Breeding chart Jamirus x Rosevine
Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath Resistance * Bang Resistance *
Weak Weak None Weak
Crack Resistance * Ice Breath Resistance * Woosh Resistance * Rock/Army Resistance *
Weak None Weak Strong
Water Resistance * Zap Resistance * Gigaslash Resistance Magic Burst Resistance
Weak Weak Weak Weak
Drain Magic Resistance * Whack Resistance * Kamikazee Resistance * Poison Resistance *
Immune Immune Immune Immune
Paralysis Resistance * Fuddle Resistance * Snooze Resistance * Dazzle Resistance *
Immune Immune Immune Immune
Fizzle Resistance Ban Dance Resistance Gobstopper Resistance Stun Resistance *
Immune Immune Immune Immune
Sap Resistance * Decelerate Resistance * Curse Resistance
Immune Immune Immune


Malroth (Sidoh at the time) is present. Like several other boss characters, Sidoh was given an additional form called Genosidoh, a far more fearsome looking form than that of his original.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker

Malroth
Family Demon
Rank S
Description A god of destruction who plans to usher death unto all living beings.
Weapons Swords, Spears, Claws, Staves
Traits Artful Dodger, Psycho
Resistances Healed by Zam, Whackproof, Confusionproof
Skill Healer, Über Wisdom Boost
Location -
Breeding chart Demon-at-arms x Living statue, Buffalogre, or Khalamari


Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2

Malroth
Family Demon
Rank S
Size M
Weapons Swords, Spears, Claws, Staves
Traits Hit Squad, Big Hitter, Health Professional, Sleepy Touch
Resistances Vulnerable to Woosh, Immune to Whack, Poison, Confusion, Inaction, Paralysis, and Sleep, Healed by Zam
Skill Healer
Location -
Breeding chart Hargon x Khalamari, Buffalogre, or Living statue


Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2 Professional

Malroth has the same synthesis recipe here as in the previous game.

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Dragon Quest Builders 2

Malroth is a major character appearing in Builders 2. He accompanies the player as a helpful NPC for the majority of the game, participating in battle as an AI controlled ally to kite enemy focus away from the player as a response to criticism of the first title. For more details, see Malroth (Character).

Dragon Quest Rivals

Malroth appears in the artwork for his own card and those depicting his abilities, both in his original demonic and humanoid forms. He was introduced in the first card pack as a legendary rare card and would inflict 4 damage to all units on the field when summoned, including allies. He was eventually reprinted in the seventh card pack, "Strange Tale of Light and Darkness" under the name "Destruction God Sidoh" alongside Hargon. As a reference to his ability to cast Fullheal in the original version of Dragon Quest II, all of Malroth's HP is restored at the end of the opponent's turn.

Dragon Quest Walk

Malroth first appeared in the game as a boss on June 24th, 2021 as part of a Dragon Quest II collaboration event. A special mega version of Malroth can be challenged by up to 12 players from June 26th to July 11th, 2021.

Dragon Quest Tact

"My name... is Malroth... Master... of Destruction... And destruction... is what I bring forth!"

Malroth appears as an S-rank member of the ??? family as part of the limited Dragon Quest II event on his own banner alongside Batmandrill. He can be faced in the event quest Chapter 5, Episode 4: Malroth, God of Destruction, as well as boss battles in the Hall of Hargon and Malroth's Menace Challenge Quests.

Malroth (シドー Shidō)Tactlogo.png
Stats


DQT Malroth.png
Family Rank Role
Tact Icon SpecialFamily.png
Template:Question		 DQTact Rank Icon S.png DQTact DebuffType.png
Debuff
Max Level HP MP Move
120 1083 463 2
Attack Defense Agility Wisdom Weight
227 340 437 436 65
Basic Skills
First Second Third
Deadly Breath Destroyer's Bellow Lightning Storm
Awakening Skills
First Second Third
Dark God's Advent / Stats Up Crack Res +25 / Stats Up Lightning Storm Potency +5% / Stats Up
Fourth Fifth
Woosh Res +25 / Stats Up Lightning Storm Potency +5% / Stats Up
Leader Perks
First
Lowers enemy's Zap Res by 25% in a 5x5 square around him.
Basic Perks
First Second Third
WIS +15
DEF +20		 Sacrificial Rite: Restores 300 HP and 80 MP to the user each time an ally gets KO. Lightning Storm Potency +2%
Perk Details
First
Dark God's Advent: Raises Move, DEF and Spell Res for 2 turns at battle start.
Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Crack Resistance * Woosh Resistance *
Very Weak Very Weak Half Res Half Res
Bang Resistance * Zap Resistance * Zam Resistance * Snooze Resistance
Normal Normal Normal Half Res
Poison Resistance Physical Lock Resistance Spell Lock Resistance Martial Lock Resistance
Normal Normal Normal Normal
Breath Lock Resistance Hobble Resistance * Stun Resistance * Dazzle Resistance
Super Weak Normal Half Res Normal
Curse Resistance Paralysis Resistance Confusion Resistance Charm Resistance
Immune Normal Super Weak Normal



Trivia

  • Malroth appears to be inspired by Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction and one of the three principle deities of Hinduism. Shiva is commonly depicted as having blue skin and multiple arms and is known as the Destroyer. However, Shiva is also known as the Creator as well, as new creation couldn't take place without first having destruction, and Shiva does not take part in blind, needless destruction.
  • It is speculated that the gauntlet of bosses in the Hall of Hargon (Atlas, Pazuzu, Belial) were, worst case scenario, at least meant to stall the Luminaries while Hargon performed the ritual to summon Malroth. Since Hargon was defeated before the ritual was finished, he sacrificed what little life he had left as a last ditch effort to summon the God of Destruction. This raises the question of how much more powerful Malroth's avatar would be if the ritual was completed properly.
  • His human form in Builders 2 is voiced by Kenjiro Tsuda, though he doesn't talk and only makes various sounds to indicate his mood. In Dragon Quest Rivals, he can be heard speaking for the first time.
  • The splitting of Malroth into good and bad halves is reminiscent of the characters Kami and Piccolo from Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball manga. The two were originally an unnamed being whose expelled inner darkness manifested as a violent doppelganger.

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