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{{Item
{{Item
|title = Strength Ring
|title = Ruby of protection
|image = [[File:DQIV_Strength_Ring.png|center|230px]]
|image = [[File:DQVIII_Ruby_of_Protection.png|200px]]
|japanese = {{tt|ちからのゆびわ|chikara no yubiwa}}
|japanese = まもりのルビー
|names = STR Ring (DQVII PSX)
|romaji = {{tt|Mamori no rubī|Ruby of protection}}
|games = ''[[Dragon Quest III]]'' (remakes only)<br>''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'' (remakes only)<br>''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest X]]<br>''[[Dragon Quest XI]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest Heroes]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest Heroes II]]''
|names = GuardRuby
|buy =
|games = ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'' (remakes only)<br>''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest XI]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest Swords]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest Heroes]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest Heroes II]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest Builders]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest of the Stars]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest Walk]]''
|sell =
|effect = Increases the wearer's [[Defence]].<br>Allows the wearer to defend against attacks automatically. (''Heroes'' only)<br>Occasionally causes the wearer to ignore damage taken. (''Heroes II'' only)
|effect =  
}}
}}


The '''Strength Ring''' is a recurring accessory in the ''[[Dragon Quest (series)|Dragon Quest]]'' series that first appeared in the [[Super Famicom]] remake of [[Dragon Quest III]].
The '''ruby of protection''' is a recurring accessory in the {{DQSeries}}, first appearing in ''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''. It gives a boost to the wearer's defence.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===''[[Dragon Quest III]]'' (remakes only)===
The Strength Ring is an accessory that increases Attack by 7 and changes the equipped character's personality to [[Meathead]] temporarily. One can be acquired by turning 30 [[Mini_medal|mini medals]] to the collector in [[Aliahan]]. It can also be sold for 262 gold coins.
===''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'' (remakes only)===
===''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'' (remakes only)===
The Strength Ring is an accessory that increases strength by 8.
The ruby of protection has a defence bonus of +15 and can be equipped by all characters. One can be received from the [[Medal King's Palace|Medal King]] for turning in 20 [[mini medal]]s, and others can be found in the fifth stage of the [[Pioneer Town]] and the {{Fungeon 4}}. It can also be dropped rarely by [[Scarewell]]s and sold for 2,025 gold.


===''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''===
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The ruby of protection has a defence bonus of +10, a style bonus of +5, and can be equipped by the {{Hero 7}}, [[Maribel]], [[Ruff]], [[Sir Mervyn]], and [[Aishe]]. It can be purchased from the [[Grand Conjuratorium]] for 3,500 gold and sold for 1,750 gold. One can be found in the [[Sunken Citadel]] in the present and another in [[Aeolus Vale]] in the past.


===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
The strength ring provides an attack boost of +5. It can also be used with the following recipes in the [[Alchemy pot]]:
The ruby of protection has a defence bonus of +15 and can be equipped by all characters. It can be purchased from [[Argonia]] once the bazaar starts for 3,100 gold and sold for 1,550 gold. One can be found in [[Baccarat]] and another in [[Orkutsk]]. They can also be dropped by [[Living statue (recurring)|Living statue]]s, as well as [[Great keeper]]s in the Nintendo 3DS version. The ruby can be made in the [[Alchemy Pot]] by combining a [[gold ring]] with a [[seed of defence]]. It can also be used in various recipes for other items, as well.
*[[Leather kilt]] = [[Titan belt]]
 
*[[Titan belt]] = [[Mighty armlet]]
* Recipe: [[Magic armour]] = [[Full plate armour]] + [[Prayer ring]] + Ruby of protection
*[[Cured cheese]] and [[Magic shield]] = [[Power shield]]
* Recipe: [[Shimmering dress]] = [[Spangled dress]] + Ruby of protection + [[Gold bracer]]
* Recipe: [[Magic shield]] = [[Steel shield]] + [[Prayer ring]] + Ruby of protection
* Recipe: [[Über sacred armour]] = [[Sacred armour]] + Ruby of protection + [[Recovery ring]]


===''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''===
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{{Equipment|header|image=DQIX Ruby of protection.png|name=Ruby of protection|console={{DS}}}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Defence|modifier=+10}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★☆☆☆☆}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Found|modifier=One found in the [[Realm of the Mighty]].<br>Dropped by [[King Godfrey]].<br>Received as a reward for completing [[Template:DQIXQuest/30|Quest #030]]: Wrapper's Delight.}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Recipe|modifier=[[Dragon's scale]] + [[Corundum]]}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=N/a|sellPrice=1,050|equipableBy=All Vocations
{{Equipment|stat|name=Class|modifier=Accessory}}
|flavor=A sparkling stone that strengthens defence when worn.
|notes=Upgrades into [[Monarchic mark]], [[Rune staff]], [[Sacrosanct armour]],<br>[[Safer shoes]], [[Safest shoes]], and [[Tempest shield]].
}}


===''[[Dragon Quest XI]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest XI]]''===
{{stub}}
{{Equipment|header|image=Ruby of protection xi icon.png|name=Ruby of protection}}
{{Equipment|stat|name={{Defence}}<br>(forge buffs)|modifier=+16<br>(+17, +18, +20)}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=B}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Recipe|modifier=[[Artful amethyst]] x2 + [[Serpent skin]] + [[Large scale]] x2 + [[Pale pearl]]}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Difficulty|modifier=★★★★☆}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Found|modifier={{fraction|1|8}} chance of being dropped by [[Lunar chimaera]]s.<br>{{fraction|1|256}} of being dropped by [[Elysium bird]]s and Malicious elysium birds.}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=N/a|sellPrice=1,050|equipableBy=All {{Party 11}} members
{{Equipment|stat|name=Class|modifier=Other Accessories}}
|flavor=A vibrant violet stone that boosts the defence of the bearer.
|notes=
}}
The [[Fun-size forge recipes|recipe book]] '''Sage Advice''' contains the recipe for the ruby of protection. It can be found in a treasure chest at the [[Sniflheim]] - Whale Way Station behind a locked door that requires the [[Ultimate key]].
 
===''[[Dragon Quest Swords]]''===
Rubies of protection may be won as a prize or obtained from a Lucky bag. It has a defense bonus of +3 and increases the durability of the shield by 1. It can be sold for 750 gold.
 
===''[[Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below]]''===
{{Equipment|header|image=DQH Ruby of protection.png|name=Ruby of protection}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Chance to Auto-Defend|modifier=+10.0%}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Quick Recipe|modifier=[[Royal ruby]] x3 + [[Mirrorstone]] x2{{tt|*|8% Sweet Success chance}}}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Classic Recipe|modifier=[[Royal ruby]] x2 + [[Pale pearl]]{{tt|*|28% Sweet Success chance}}}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Luxury Recipe|modifier=[[Royal ruby]] + [[Adamant pendant]]{{tt|*|64% Sweet Success chance}}}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=N/a|sellPrice=380|equipableBy=All Characters
|flavor=A jewel that warns its wearer of incoming attacks.
|notes=}}
The classic and luxury recipes for the ruby of protection can be dropped rarely by [[Lethal armour]]s.
 
===''[[Dragon Quest Heroes II]]''===
The ruby of protection gives the wearer a 3% chance to ignore damage taken, up to a 7% chance once it has been fully upgraded. Once it has been fully upgraded, it will also grant a +8 bonus to defence, as well. The ruby can be obtained by exchanging 10 [[mini medal]]s once or dropped rarely by [[Restless armour]]s and [[Mandrake marshal]]s.


==Descriptions==
==Descriptions==
{{Descriptions
{{Descriptions
|DQ4=Supplements the strength of whoever should happen to slip it on.<ref name="auto1">[[Nintendo DS]] and [[Cell phone]] Version</ref>
|DQ8=A beautiful ruby that increases the wearer's defence.<ref>Sony PlayStation 2, Mobile, and Nintendo 3DS versions.</ref>
|DQ8=A magic ring that increases the wearer's attack power.<ref name="auto2">[[Nintendo 3DS]] and [[Cell phone]] Version</ref>
|DQ9=A sparkling stone that strengthens defence when worn.<ref>Nintendo DS version.</ref>
|DQ11=A vibrant violet stone that boosts the defence of the bearer.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.</ref>
|DQH=A jewel that warns its wearer of incoming attacks.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.</ref>
}}
}}
==Related items==
*[[Adamant pendant]]


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
<center><gallery>
Image:DQVIIIStrengthRing.png|''Dragon Quest VIII''.
DQIV Ruby of protection.png|The ruby of protection in ''Dragon Quest IV''
</gallery></center>
</gallery></center>


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[[Category:Dragon Quest IX accessories]]
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[[Category:Dragon Quest XI accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest XI accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Swords accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Builders accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Builders accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest of the Stars accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Walk accessories]]
 
[[fr:Rubis de protection]]

Revision as of 01:51, 29 March 2022

Ruby of protection
DQVIII Ruby of Protection.png
Japanese まもりのルビー
Romaji Mamori no rubī
Old localizations GuardRuby
Found in Dragon Quest IV (remakes only)
Dragon Quest VII
Dragon Quest VIII
Dragon Quest IX
Dragon Quest XI
Dragon Quest Swords
Dragon Quest Heroes
Dragon Quest Heroes II
Dragon Quest Builders
Dragon Quest of the Stars
Dragon Quest Walk
Effect Increases the wearer's Defence.
Allows the wearer to defend against attacks automatically. (Heroes only)
Occasionally causes the wearer to ignore damage taken. (Heroes II only)

The ruby of protection is a recurring accessory in the Dragon Quest series, first appearing in Dragon Quest VII. It gives a boost to the wearer's defence.

Appearances

Dragon Quest IV (remakes only)

The ruby of protection has a defence bonus of +15 and can be equipped by all characters. One can be received from the Medal King for turning in 20 mini medals, and others can be found in the fifth stage of the Pioneer Town and the Fungeon. It can also be dropped rarely by Scarewells and sold for 2,025 gold.

Dragon Quest VII

The ruby of protection has a defence bonus of +10, a style bonus of +5, and can be equipped by the Hero, Maribel, Ruff, Sir Mervyn, and Aishe. It can be purchased from the Grand Conjuratorium for 3,500 gold and sold for 1,750 gold. One can be found in the Sunken Citadel in the present and another in Aeolus Vale in the past.

Dragon Quest VIII

The ruby of protection has a defence bonus of +15 and can be equipped by all characters. It can be purchased from Argonia once the bazaar starts for 3,100 gold and sold for 1,550 gold. One can be found in Baccarat and another in Orkutsk. They can also be dropped by Living statues, as well as Great keepers in the Nintendo 3DS version. The ruby can be made in the Alchemy Pot by combining a gold ring with a seed of defence. It can also be used in various recipes for other items, as well.

Dragon Quest IX

DQIX Ruby of protection.png  Ruby of protection  (DS)
Defence +10
Rarity ★☆☆☆☆
Found One found in the Realm of the Mighty.
Dropped by King Godfrey.
Received as a reward for completing Quest #030: Wrapper's Delight.
Recipe Dragon's scale + Corundum
Equipable by All Vocations
Class Accessory
Buy Price N/a
Sell Price 1,050
Flavor text A sparkling stone that strengthens defence when worn.
Notes Upgrades into Monarchic mark, Rune staff, Sacrosanct armour,
Safer shoes, Safest shoes, and Tempest shield.

Dragon Quest XI

Ruby of protection xi icon.png  Ruby of protection
Defence
(forge buffs) 		+16
(+17, +18, +20)
Rarity B
Recipe Artful amethyst x2 + Serpent skin + Large scale x2 + Pale pearl
Difficulty ★★★★☆
Found 1⁄8 chance of being dropped by Lunar chimaeras.
1⁄256 of being dropped by Elysium birds and Malicious elysium birds.
Equipable by All party members
Class Other Accessories
Buy Price N/a
Sell Price 1,050
Flavor text A vibrant violet stone that boosts the defence of the bearer.

The recipe book Sage Advice contains the recipe for the ruby of protection. It can be found in a treasure chest at the Sniflheim - Whale Way Station behind a locked door that requires the Ultimate key.

Dragon Quest Swords

Rubies of protection may be won as a prize or obtained from a Lucky bag. It has a defense bonus of +3 and increases the durability of the shield by 1. It can be sold for 750 gold.

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

DQH Ruby of protection.png  Ruby of protection
Chance to Auto-Defend +10.0%
Quick Recipe Royal ruby x3 + Mirrorstone x2*
Classic Recipe Royal ruby x2 + Pale pearl*
Luxury Recipe Royal ruby + Adamant pendant*
Equipable by All Characters
Buy Price N/a
Sell Price 380
Flavor text A jewel that warns its wearer of incoming attacks.

The classic and luxury recipes for the ruby of protection can be dropped rarely by Lethal armours.

Dragon Quest Heroes II

The ruby of protection gives the wearer a 3% chance to ignore damage taken, up to a 7% chance once it has been fully upgraded. Once it has been fully upgraded, it will also grant a +8 bonus to defence, as well. The ruby can be obtained by exchanging 10 mini medals once or dropped rarely by Restless armours and Mandrake marshals.

Descriptions

GameDescription
DQ8-LOGO-ICON.png
A beautiful ruby that increases the wearer's defence.[1]
DQ9-LOGO-ICON.png
A sparkling stone that strengthens defence when worn.[2]
DQ11-LOGO-ICON.png
A vibrant violet stone that boosts the defence of the bearer.[3]
DQH Logo.png
A jewel that warns its wearer of incoming attacks.[4]

Related items

Gallery

  • The ruby of protection in Dragon Quest IV

References

  1. ↑ Sony PlayStation 2, Mobile, and Nintendo 3DS versions.
  2. ↑ Nintendo DS version.
  3. ↑ Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.
  4. ↑ Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.
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