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|title = Gigasword
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|image =  
|japanese = アルテマソード
|japanese = ギガソード
|romaji = Ultima Sword
|romaji = {{tt|Gigasōdo|Gigaswordl}}
|old = Ultra Hit
|old = None
|type = Skill
|type = Skill
}}
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'''Gigasword''' is an infrequently occurring skill in the [[Dragon Quest (series)|DQ series]], debuting in ''VII''. Similar to [[Gigaslash]] and [[Gigagash]], it is an [[zap|electrically charged]] sword strike, though it targets only one foe instead of a group.
'''Gigasword''' is a skill that infrequently appears throughout the {{DQSeries}}. Similar to [[Gigaslash]] and [[Gigagash]], it is an [[zap|electrically charged]] sword strike, though it targets only one foe instead of a group.


==Appearances==  
==Appearances==  
==={{DQ4}}===
Gigasword first appears in ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''. In the remakes, the [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|hero/heroine]] will learn the skill at level 50, dealing 250~300 zap type damage for 15 MP.


===''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''===
'''Note:''' though Gigasword is listed under the Hero/Heroine's spell list, it is not affected by [[Bounce]].
In the remakes of ''IV'', the [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|hero/heroine]] will learn the skill at level 50, dealing 250~300 zap type damage for 15 MP.


===''[[Dragon Quest V]]''===
==={{DQ5}}===
In the remakes of ''V'', the [[Conkuistador]] enemy will attempt to slay a character with the skill, but it will always backfire.
In the remakes of ''Dragon Quest V'', the [[Conkuistador]] will attempt to slay a character with the skill, but it will always fail and fry the faerie.


===''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''===
==={{DQStars}}===
Gigasword can be learned by any character who reaches rank 8 of the [[Godhand]]. It will deal 600~700 damage, minus the foe's defence value, for 20 MP. It bears no elemental attribute.
It's a main skill of the Zenithian Sword in it's regular and alchemized versions.
{{DQStarsSkill
|name=Gigasword
|kanji=ギガソード
|romanji= {{tt|Gigasōdo|Gigaswordl}}
|type= [[File:DQotS Purple A.png]]
|target=Single Enemy
|ct= 20s
|restriction=[[File:DQotS Sword.png|40px]]
|description=480% potency '''Zap'''-type attack. 20% chance to lower '''Zap''' resistance.
|notes= N/A
|obtain= [[Zenithian_Equipment#Zenithian_Sword|Zenithian Sword]], [[Zenithian_Equipment#Zenithian_Sword_.E2.98.85|Zenithian Sword ★]]
}}


In the 3DS and subsequent mobile device ports, Gigasword takes on different properties; it now deals 500~600 damage that ignores defence, resistance, and any other damage reduction factors such as [[Immense Defence]]. '''This means the skill works on members of the metal slime family'''.
==={{DQTact}}===
Gigasword can be learned by [[Hero Solo]] at level 38 and costs 111 MP to use. It inflicts 300% potency surehit [[Zap]]-type physical damage to all enemies in a fan-shaped area in front of him. Upgrading the ability increases its damage and reduces the amount of MP it costs to use.
{{DQTactSkill
|name=Gigasword
|kanji=ギガソード
|romanji={{tt|Gigasōdo|Gigaswordl}}
|type=Physical
|role=Attack
|element=[[Image:DQTact Zap.png]]
|mp=111
|range=[[Image:DQTact RangeFan.png|48px]]<br>Fan
|status=None
|description=Deals surehit Zap-type physical damage (300% potency) to all enemies in area of effect
|monsters=Hero Solo
}}


Further more, the damage will increase by 50% if the practitioner is equipped with a weapon that's more effective against the target's monster family. For example, if [[Aira]] is equipped with a [[Dragonsbane]], she can deal up to '''900''' damage.
==Battle visuals==
{{ScreenshotGallery/Start}}
{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:DQ4-PSX-Gigasword.gif]]|game={{DQ4}}|platform=PSX}}
{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:DQ4-DS-Gigasword.gif]]|game={{DQ4}}|platform=DS}}
{{ScreenshotGallery/End}}


==Etymology==
{{DQSkills}}
Ultima is derived from the Ultima series of computer RPGs, of which [[Yuji Horii]] is a fan of and took inspiration from when developing Dragon Quest.
[[Category:Skills]]
[[Category: Dragon Quest IV skills]]
[[Category:Lightning skills]]
[[Category: dragon Quest V skills]]
[[Category:Sword skills]]
[[Category: Dragon Quest VII skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IV skills]]
[[Category: Sword skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest V skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest of the Stars skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Tact skills]]

Latest revision as of 22:18, 18 April 2023

Gigasword is a skill that infrequently appears throughout the Dragon Quest series. Similar to Gigaslash and Gigagash, it is an electrically charged sword strike, though it targets only one foe instead of a group.

Appearances[edit]

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen[edit]

Gigasword first appears in Dragon Quest IV. In the remakes, the hero/heroine will learn the skill at level 50, dealing 250~300 zap type damage for 15 MP.

Note: though Gigasword is listed under the Hero/Heroine's spell list, it is not affected by Bounce.

Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride[edit]

In the remakes of Dragon Quest V, the Conkuistador will attempt to slay a character with the skill, but it will always fail and fry the faerie.

Dragon Quest of the Stars[edit]

It's a main skill of the Zenithian Sword in it's regular and alchemized versions.

Gigasword (ギガソード Gigasōdo)Dragon Quest of the Stars English logo.png
Ability information
Gigasword
Type & Rank Target CT Restriction
DQotS Purple A.png Single Enemy 20s DQotS Sword.png
Effect
480% potency Zap-type attack. 20% chance to lower Zap resistance.
Notes
N/A
How to obtain
Zenithian Sword, Zenithian Sword ★



Dragon Quest Tact[edit]

Gigasword can be learned by Hero Solo at level 38 and costs 111 MP to use. It inflicts 300% potency surehit Zap-type physical damage to all enemies in a fan-shaped area in front of him. Upgrading the ability increases its damage and reduces the amount of MP it costs to use.

Gigasword (ギガソード Gigasōdo)Tactlogo.png
Ability information
Gigasword
Role * Type * Element MP cost
Attack Physical DQTact Zap.png 111
Range Additional effects
DQTact RangeFan.png
Fan		 None
Description
Deals surehit Zap-type physical damage (300% potency) to all enemies in area of effect
Naturally learnt by
Hero Solo


Battle visuals[edit]

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