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==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===''[[Dragon Quest III]]''===
==={{DQ3}}===
Moonwort bulbs are very vital in their first appearance, as the paralysis status does not remedy itself during battle and if the whole party is stunned it counts as a wipe out. It can be purchased from many shops for 30 gold each starting from [[Romaria]] and sold for 22 gold. Some bulbs can be found in Romaria, [[Norvik]], and the Phantom Ship, as well as being dropped by [[Scornet]]s, [[Dread admiral]]s, and [[Man o' war]]s.
Moonwort bulbs are very vital in their first appearance, as the paralysis status does not remedy itself during battle and if the whole party is paralysed, it counts as a wipe out. It can be purchased from many shops for 30 gold each starting from [[Romaria]] and sold for 22 gold. Some bulbs can be found in Romaria, [[Norvik]], and the Phantom Ship, as well as being dropped by [[Scornet]]s, [[Dread admiral]]s, and [[Man o' war]]s.


===''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''===
==={{DQ4}}===
The spell [[Tingle]] has been modified to affect all party members, diminishing the importance of the plant slightly. However, as only [[Meena]] will learn the spell most players keep a few in stock for when she is incapacitated or not in the party. It can be purchased from many shops for 30 gold each starting from the [[Desert Bazaar]] and sold for 22 gold. Moonwort bulbs can be dropped by [[Paralyslicer]]s, [[Humbaba]]s, [[Hellspawn]]s, [[Pit viper]]s, Man o' wars, and [[Mangler fish]]es.
Moonwort bulbs can be purchased from many shops for 30 gold each starting from the [[Desert Bazaar]] and sold for 22 gold. The spell [[Tingle]] has been modified to affect all party members, diminishing the importance of the plant slightly. However, as only [[Meena]] will learn the spell, most players keep a few in stock for when she is incapacitated or not in the party. Moonwort bulbs can be dropped by [[Paralyslicer]]s, [[Humbaba]]s, [[Hellspawn]]s, [[Pit viper]]s, [[Man o' war]]s, and [[Mangler fish]]es.


===''[[Dragon Quest V]]''===
==={{DQ5}}===
Several monsters will learn Tingle, further reducing the importance of the plant. However, due to the random nature of [[Monster recruitment|taming]] it is still advised to have a bushel on hand for safety's sake. Furthermore, the accuracy of the enemy version of [[Burning Breath]] has risen significantly in the DS and mobile device versions of the game, thus necessitating cultivation for allies who aren't outright immune to being paralyzed.
Moonwort bulbs can be purchased from item shops for 30 gold each in [[Coburg]], [[Fortuna]], [[Lodestar Harbour]], [[Zoomingale]], [[Mostroferrato]], [[Stockenbarrel]], and [[Helmunaptra]] and sold for 15 gold. The bulbs can also be dropped by [[Wormbat]]s, [[Deadcurion]]s, [[Fire-eater]]s, and [[Man o' war]]s. Several monster companions will learn Tingle, further reducing the importance of the plant. However, due to the random nature of [[Monster recruitment|taming]] it is still advised to have a bushel on hand for safety's sake. Furthermore, the accuracy of the enemy version of [[Burning Breath]] has risen significantly in the DS and mobile device versions of the game, thus necessitating cultivation for allies who aren't outright immune to being paralysed.


===''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''===
==={{DQ6}}===
Paralysis has been modified to wear off in battle after a number of turns, as with bedazzlement and sleep, making moonwort bulbs entirely unnecessary. Additionally, any character can learn Tingle after reaching rank 4 in the [[Priest]] vocation.
Moonwort bulbs can be purchased from various item shops throughout the world starting from [[Haggleton]] for 30 gold coins each and sold for 22 gold. Two bulbs can be found in [[Howsworth]] and [[Pescado]]. The bulbs can also be dropped by [[Slumbering ram]]s, [[Biguana]]s, [[Venom wasp]]s, [[Aristobat]]s, [[Killer moth]]s, and [[Man o' war]]s. In this game, paralysis has been modified to wear off in battle after a number of turns, as with bedazzlement and sleep, making moonwort bulbs largely unnecessary. Additionally, any character can learn Tingle after reaching rank 4 in the [[Priest]] vocation.


===''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''===
==={{DQ7}}===
Moonwort bulbs have been cross-pollinated extensively to breed a more useful root, curing sleep as well as paralysis.
Moonwort bulbs have been cross-pollinated extensively to breed a more useful root, curing a single ally from sleep as well as paralysis. The bulbs are sold in item shops throughout the world starting from [[L'Arca]] for 30 gold coins each and sold for 15 gold. Some bulbs can be found in the [[Hardlypool Tunnel]], the [[Sunken Citadel]] in the past, and the [[Providence|Mountaintop Church]] in the past, as well. Moonwort bulbs can also be received as prizes from the Lucky Panel at the [[Casino]]. The bulbs can be dropped by [[Slaying mantis]]es, [[Compos mantis]]es, along with [[Dark skeleton]]s and [[Dread admiral]]s in the Nintendo 3DS version.
   
   
===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
==={{DQ8}}===
The Moonwort bulb was yet further refined, now targeting everyone in the party. Additionally, three bulbs can also be mixed to make a [[Moon's mercy]]. They are also used to create a [[Softwort|Rose-wort]] and [[Mystifying mixture]]. Moonwort bulbs can be purchased
Moonwort bulbs can be purchased from [[Ascantha]], [[Baccarat]], [[Savella Cathedral]], the [[Holy Isle of Neos]], the [[Peddler's Tent]], [[Argonia]], and [[Arcadia]] for 30 gold coins and sold for 15 gold. In this game, the moonwort bulb was improved even further, now targeting everyone in the party. Some bulbs can be found in [[Alexandria]], the [[Tower of Alexandra]], and the Holy Isle of Neos. The bulbs can be dropped by [[Lips]], [[Bubble slime]]s, [[Drackyma]]s, [[Night sneaker]]s, [[Venom wasp]]s, [[Jab]]s, [[Soulspawn]]s, [[Dark skeleton]]s, [[Man o' war]]s, and [[Corpse corporal]]s.  


===''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''===
Moonwort bulbs can be used to make various items in the [[Alchemy Pot]]:
The moonwort bulb has lost its anti-narcoleptic properties, but is featured in the same recipes as before (sans mystifying mixture) along with the [[Panacea]].
<div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap;">
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Rose wort.png|32px|link=Softwort|Rose-wort]]<br>Rose-wort
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Strong medicine.png|32px|link=Strong medicine]]<br>Strong medicine
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Moonwort bulb.png|32px|Moonwort bulb]]<br>Moonwort bulb
|i3=-
}}
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Rose wort.png|32px|link=Softwort|Rose-wort]]<br>Rose-wort
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Medicinal herb.png|32px|link=Medicinal herb]]<br>Medicinal herb
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Medicinal herb.png|32px|link=Medicinal herb]]<br>Medicinal herb
|i3=[[Image:DQVIII Moonwort bulb.png|32px|Moonwort bulb]]<br>Moonwort bulb
}}
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Moons mercy.png|32px|link=Moon's mercy]]<br>Moon's mercy
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Moonwort bulb.png|32px|Moonwort bulb]]<br>Moonwort bulb
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Moonwort bulb.png|32px|Moonwort bulb]]<br>Moonwort bulb
|i3=[[Image:DQVIII Moonwort bulb.png|32px|Moonwort bulb]]<br>Moonwort bulb
}}
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Mystifying mixture.png|32px|link=Mystifying mixture]]<Br>Mystifying mixture
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Medicinal herb.png|32px|link=Medicinal herb]]<br>Medicinal herb
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Antidotal herb.png|32px|link=Antidotal herb]]<br>Antidotal herb
|i3=[[Image:DQVIII Moonwort bulb.png|32px|Moonwort bulb]]<br>Moonwort bulb
}}
</div>
 
==={{DQ9}}===
The moonwort bulb can be purchased from [[Zere]], [[Coffinwell]], [[Porth Llaffan]], [[Slurry Quay]], [[Dourbridge]], [[Bloomingdale]], [[Gleeba]], [[Batsureg]], [[Swinedimples Academy]], [[Wormwood Creek]], and [[Upover]] for 30 gold each and sold for 15 gold. In this game, it has lost its anti-narcoleptic properties as the [[Wakerobin]] was introduced. The bulbs can be dropped by [[Leafy larrikin]]s, [[Batterfly|Batterflies]], [[Badger mager]]s, [[Man o' war]]s, [[Pink sanguini]]s, and [[Cruelcumber]]s. One moonwort bulb is required to complete [[Template:DQIXQuest/5|Quest #5]]: Herb'list, along with a medicinal herb and an antidotal herb.
 
It continues to be used in the same recipes for the [[Krak Pot]] as the previous game (sans the mystifying mixture) along with the [[Panacea]].
<div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap;">
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQIX Softwort.png|32px|link=Softwort]]<Br>Softwort
|i1=[[Image:DQIX Strong medicine.png|32px|link=Strong medicine]]<br>Strong medicine
|i2=[[Image:DQIX Moonwort bulb.png|32px|Moonwort bulb]]<br>Moonwort bulb
|i3=-
}}
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:Lunaria DQIX icon.png|link=Lunaria]]<br>Lunaria
|i1=[[Image:DQIX Moonwort bulb.png|32px|Moonwort bulb]]<br>Moonwort bulb
|i2=[[Image:DQIX Moonwort bulb.png|32px|Moonwort bulb]]<br>Moonwort bulb
|i3=[[Image:DQIX Moonwort bulb.png|32px|Moonwort bulb]]<br>Moonwort bulb
}}
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQIX Panacea.png|32px|link=Panacea]]<br>Panacea
|i1=[[Image:DQIX Special medicine.png|32px|link=Special medicine]]<br>Special medicine
|i2=[[Image:Superior medicine.png|32px|link=Superior medicine]]<br>Superior medicine
|i3=[[Image:DQIX Moonwort bulb.png|32px|Moonwort bulb]]<br>Moonwort bulb
}}
</div>
 
==={{DQ11}}===
Moonwort bulbs can be purchased from various item shops and roving emporiums throughout the world during the first act for 30 gold each, starting from [[Hotto]] to [[Lonalulu]], and sold for 15 gold. Afterwards, shops will begin stocking [[Softwort]] instead. Some bulbs can be found in barrels [[Heliodor]] and [[Gondolia]]. They can also be collected from a sparkly spot in the [[Laguna di Gondolia]]. Moonwort bulbs can be dropped by [[Cruelcumber]]s, [[Lips]], and [[Man o' war]]s.
 
Moonwort bulbs can be used in a single [[List of fun-size forge recipe book locations in Dragon Quest XI|recipe]] for the [[Fun-Size Forge]]:
*Recipe: [[Full moon collar]] = [[Magic beast hide]] + Moonwort bulb + [[Yellow eye]]
 
==={{DQM}}===
MoonHerbs can be purchased from shops in the field for 30 gold each or picked up randomly from the ground while exploring [[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters|Travelers' Gates]] and can be sold for 23 gold. It is recommended to keep at least one in Terry's inventory while exploring the Gates of Strength and Temptation, in case of encountering [[TreeSlime]]s and [[DarkEye]]s.


==Notes==
==Notes==
The moonwort bulb's original translation "full moon herb" suggests that the plant only flourishes in moonlight, explaining the plant's selenite shape.
The moonwort bulb's original translation "full moon herb" suggests that the plant only flourishes in moonlight, explaining the plant's selenite shape.
==Descriptions==
{{Descriptions
|DQ8=Cures the entire party of the effects of paralysis.<ref>Sony PlayStation 2, Mobile, and Nintendo 3DS versions.</ref>
|DQ9=An antidote to paralysis that unfreezes an ally.<ref>Nintendo DS version.</ref>
|DQ11=Cures a single ally of paralysis. Consumed upon use.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.</ref>
}}


==In Other Languages==
==In Other Languages==
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|fr=Botryche lunaire|fr-meaning=Scientific name for common moonwort.
|fr=Botryche lunaire|fr-meaning=Scientific name for common moonwort.
|de=Mondrauten-Knolle|de-meaning=German for "moonwort bulb".
|de=Mondrauten-Knolle|de-meaning=German for "moonwort bulb".
|it=Bulbo di erbaluna|it-meaning=Italian for "moon herb bulb".
}}
}}
==Related items==
*[[Softwort]]
*[[Lunaria]]


==Gallery==
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DQTCG Moonwort Bulb.jpg|''DQ'' Trading Card
DQTCG Moonwort Bulb.jpg|''DQ'' Trading Card
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==References==
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[[Category:Healing items]]
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Revision as of 17:47, 16 May 2023

Moonwort bulb
Moonwort Bulb.png
Japanese まんげつそう
Romaji Mangetsu sō
Old localizations Full Moon Herb
MoonHerb
Found in Dragon Quest III
Dragon Quest IV
Dragon Quest V
Dragon Quest VI
Dragon Quest VII
Dragon Quest VIII
Dragon Quest IX
Dragon Quest X
Dragon Quest XI
Dragon Quest Monsters
Dragon Quest Monsters 2
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2
Dragon Quest of the Stars
Dragon Quest Walk
Effect Cures paralysed party members.
Awakens sleeping party members. (VII and VIII only)

Moonwort bulb is a recurring curative item in the Dragon Quest series. It is used to alleviate the paralysis status effect and, in VII and VIII, slumber.

Appearances

Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation

Moonwort bulbs are very vital in their first appearance, as the paralysis status does not remedy itself during battle and if the whole party is paralysed, it counts as a wipe out. It can be purchased from many shops for 30 gold each starting from Romaria and sold for 22 gold. Some bulbs can be found in Romaria, Norvik, and the Phantom Ship, as well as being dropped by Scornets, Dread admirals, and Man o' wars.

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen

Moonwort bulbs can be purchased from many shops for 30 gold each starting from the Desert Bazaar and sold for 22 gold. The spell Tingle has been modified to affect all party members, diminishing the importance of the plant slightly. However, as only Meena will learn the spell, most players keep a few in stock for when she is incapacitated or not in the party. Moonwort bulbs can be dropped by Paralyslicers, Humbabas, Hellspawns, Pit vipers, Man o' wars, and Mangler fishes.

Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride

Moonwort bulbs can be purchased from item shops for 30 gold each in Coburg, Fortuna, Lodestar Harbour, Zoomingale, Mostroferrato, Stockenbarrel, and Helmunaptra and sold for 15 gold. The bulbs can also be dropped by Wormbats, Deadcurions, Fire-eaters, and Man o' wars. Several monster companions will learn Tingle, further reducing the importance of the plant. However, due to the random nature of taming it is still advised to have a bushel on hand for safety's sake. Furthermore, the accuracy of the enemy version of Burning Breath has risen significantly in the DS and mobile device versions of the game, thus necessitating cultivation for allies who aren't outright immune to being paralysed.

Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation

Moonwort bulbs can be purchased from various item shops throughout the world starting from Haggleton for 30 gold coins each and sold for 22 gold. Two bulbs can be found in Howsworth and Pescado. The bulbs can also be dropped by Slumbering rams, Biguanas, Venom wasps, Aristobats, Killer moths, and Man o' wars. In this game, paralysis has been modified to wear off in battle after a number of turns, as with bedazzlement and sleep, making moonwort bulbs largely unnecessary. Additionally, any character can learn Tingle after reaching rank 4 in the Priest vocation.

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past

Moonwort bulbs have been cross-pollinated extensively to breed a more useful root, curing a single ally from sleep as well as paralysis. The bulbs are sold in item shops throughout the world starting from L'Arca for 30 gold coins each and sold for 15 gold. Some bulbs can be found in the Hardlypool Tunnel, the Sunken Citadel in the past, and the Mountaintop Church in the past, as well. Moonwort bulbs can also be received as prizes from the Lucky Panel at the Casino. The bulbs can be dropped by Slaying mantises, Compos mantises, along with Dark skeletons and Dread admirals in the Nintendo 3DS version.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King

Moonwort bulbs can be purchased from Ascantha, Baccarat, Savella Cathedral, the Holy Isle of Neos, the Peddler's Tent, Argonia, and Arcadia for 30 gold coins and sold for 15 gold. In this game, the moonwort bulb was improved even further, now targeting everyone in the party. Some bulbs can be found in Alexandria, the Tower of Alexandra, and the Holy Isle of Neos. The bulbs can be dropped by Lips, Bubble slimes, Drackymas, Night sneakers, Venom wasps, Jabs, Soulspawns, Dark skeletons, Man o' wars, and Corpse corporals.

Moonwort bulbs can be used to make various items in the Alchemy Pot:

Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
Rose-wort
Rose-wort		 DQVIII Strong medicine.png
Strong medicine		 Moonwort bulb
Moonwort bulb		 -


Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
Rose-wort
Rose-wort		 DQVIII Medicinal herb.png
Medicinal herb		 DQVIII Medicinal herb.png
Medicinal herb		 Moonwort bulb
Moonwort bulb


Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
DQVIII Moons mercy.png
Moon's mercy		 Moonwort bulb
Moonwort bulb		 Moonwort bulb
Moonwort bulb		 Moonwort bulb
Moonwort bulb


Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
DQVIII Mystifying mixture.png
Mystifying mixture		 DQVIII Medicinal herb.png
Medicinal herb		 DQVIII Antidotal herb.png
Antidotal herb		 Moonwort bulb
Moonwort bulb


Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies

The moonwort bulb can be purchased from Zere, Coffinwell, Porth Llaffan, Slurry Quay, Dourbridge, Bloomingdale, Gleeba, Batsureg, Swinedimples Academy, Wormwood Creek, and Upover for 30 gold each and sold for 15 gold. In this game, it has lost its anti-narcoleptic properties as the Wakerobin was introduced. The bulbs can be dropped by Leafy larrikins, Batterflies, Badger magers, Man o' wars, Pink sanguinis, and Cruelcumbers. One moonwort bulb is required to complete Quest #5: Herb'list, along with a medicinal herb and an antidotal herb.

It continues to be used in the same recipes for the Krak Pot as the previous game (sans the mystifying mixture) along with the Panacea.

Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
DQIX Softwort.png
Softwort		 DQIX Strong medicine.png
Strong medicine		 Moonwort bulb
Moonwort bulb		 -


Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
Lunaria DQIX icon.png
Lunaria		 Moonwort bulb
Moonwort bulb		 Moonwort bulb
Moonwort bulb		 Moonwort bulb
Moonwort bulb


Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
DQIX Panacea.png
Panacea		 DQIX Special medicine.png
Special medicine		 Superior medicine.png
Superior medicine		 Moonwort bulb
Moonwort bulb


Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

Moonwort bulbs can be purchased from various item shops and roving emporiums throughout the world during the first act for 30 gold each, starting from Hotto to Lonalulu, and sold for 15 gold. Afterwards, shops will begin stocking Softwort instead. Some bulbs can be found in barrels Heliodor and Gondolia. They can also be collected from a sparkly spot in the Laguna di Gondolia. Moonwort bulbs can be dropped by Cruelcumbers, Lips, and Man o' wars.

Moonwort bulbs can be used in a single recipe for the Fun-Size Forge:

Dragon Quest Monsters

MoonHerbs can be purchased from shops in the field for 30 gold each or picked up randomly from the ground while exploring Travelers' Gates and can be sold for 23 gold. It is recommended to keep at least one in Terry's inventory while exploring the Gates of Strength and Temptation, in case of encountering TreeSlimes and DarkEyes.

Notes

The moonwort bulb's original translation "full moon herb" suggests that the plant only flourishes in moonlight, explaining the plant's selenite shape.

Descriptions

GameDescription
DQ8-LOGO-ICON.png
Cures the entire party of the effects of paralysis.[1]
DQ9-LOGO-ICON.png
An antidote to paralysis that unfreezes an ally.[2]
DQ11-LOGO-ICON.png
Cures a single ally of paralysis. Consumed upon use.[3]

In Other Languages

Language Translation Meaning
ICON-FLAG-ES.png EspañolBulbo lunarSpanish for "lunar bulb".
ICON-FLAG-FR.png FrançaisBotryche lunaireScientific name for common moonwort.
ICON-FLAG-DE.png DeutschMondrauten-KnolleGerman for "moonwort bulb".
ICON-FLAG-IT.png ItalianoBulbo di erbalunaItalian for "moon herb bulb".

Related items

Gallery

  • Dragon Quest IV

  • Dragon Quest V

  • DQ Trading Card

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.
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