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{{Character
{{Character
|Name          = Ragnar McRyan
|Name          = Ragnar McRyan
|Game          = ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''
|Game          = {{Dragon Quest IV}}
|Image        = [[Image:Ragnar.png|360px]]
|Image        = [[Image:Ragnar.png|300px]]
|Sprite=[[Image:Dq4ragnar-sprite-NES.gif]]
|Sprite=[[Image:Dq4ragnar-sprite-NES.gif]][[File:Ragnar mimic transparent.png|100px]]
|Japanese Name = ライアン
|Japanese name = ライアン
|Roumaji      = Raian
|Roumaji      = Raian
|Class        = Warrior
|Old          = Ryan
|Class        = [[Warrior]]
|Race          = Human
|Race          = Human
|Age          = 30s
|Age          = 29
|Voice Actor  = [[Shinji Ogawa]] ([[Dragon Quest CD Theater|CD Theater]])
|Voice Actor  = [[Shinji Ogawa]] (''[[Dragon Quest IV CD Theater|CD Theater]]'')<br>[[Tomokazu Sugita]] (Japanese, ''Heroes I + II'', {{Rivals}})
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{{quote|style=1|quote='''''It's just hoo I was expectin' it tae be. The legend was right!'''''|source=|console=|align=center|bgcolor=F9A8C5}}
{{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={{DS}}, [[cell phone]]|align=center|bgcolor=F9A8C5}}
'''Ragnar McRyan''' ('''Ryan''' in Japanese, and first localized as '''Ragnar''' on the NES) is the first character that the player controls in the original version of ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'' (second in the remakes as the prologue lets you play as [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|The Hero]]). A soldier of the Kingdom of [[Burland]], Ragnar is sent to investigate a case of missing children in the village of [[Strathbaile]].
'''Ragnar McRyan''' is a character in the {{DQSeries}} that appears as a playable {{Party 4}} member in {{Dragon Quest IV}}.


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 (with the exception being Chapter Four).
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]].


==Appearance and Personality==
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.
Ragnar dresses in the typical pink plate armour of a [[warrior]], with a more Roman-esque asthetic. 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 DS remake, Ragnar speaks with a Scottish accent (ex: "Och no! Hoo'd I manage tae get scrabbed right on the end o' ma couter?").
==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.


==Story==
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.
Ragnar's chapter begins with him receiving a summons from the King of [[Burland]]. He treks through a cave from his hometown in the south to the royal castle; to do so, he is forced to travel through a cave, where he meets [[Healie]], a [[Healslime]] who joins him on his quest after being rejected by several of Ragnar's comrades.


After reaching the castle, the king tasks Ragnar with discovering the cause of the sudden disappearance of many of [[Strathbaile]]'s children. Ragnar tracks down the kids' usual hangout spot, and from here Healie discovers a magical "spring" to a nearby fortress, which several Burland soldiers have already located and are fast on their way to perishing in, if they have not already done so. 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 favour of the entire country.
Starting with the localization of the {{DS}} remake, Ragnar speaks with a Scottish accent.


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.  
==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.


Ragnar makes cameo appearances during Chapters 2 and 3. 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.
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]].


By Chapter 5, his search took him to [[Mintos]] where a couple of residents would relate his visit to The Hero.
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 [[Psaro's Pawn|demon responsible]], who unveils the Underworld's master plan of killing the [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|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 4}}.  


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]].
Ragnar makes cameo appearances during other chapters before the unifying of the [[Chosen Ones]] in 5. In {{DQ4 Chapter 2}} he is in the [[Zamoksva/Endor Teleportal|Endor Shrine]] at night.  In {{DQ4 Chapter 3}} he can be found in the [[casino]] at [[Endor]] in which he is looking for the {{Hero 4}}. By {{DQ4 Chapter 5}}, his search took him to [[Mintos]] where a couple of residents would relate his visit to the {{Hero 4}}.


He arrived to the castle where he is about to take on the [[Marquis de Léon|Marquis]]. After the Marquis is defeated by the [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|Hero's]] party, Ragnar joins forces with the hero.
Sometime after, Ragnar headed to the [[House of Prophecy]] to learn more about the {{Hero 4}}, but diverted from that search when learning about the corrupt King of [[Palais de Léon]] from a prisoner at [[Havre Léon]].


After the downfall of [[Psaro the Manslayer]] ([[Aamon]] in the remakes), Ragnar reported the victory to The King of Burland and later visited The Hero in [[Hidden Valley]] with the rest of the party.
He arrived at the castle with the now-human [[Healie]] just before the other [[Chosen Ones]], 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 4}}'s {{Party 4}}, Ragnar joins forces with them.


==Abilities==
After the downfall of [[Psaro the Manslayer]], Ragnar reported the victory to the King of [[Burland]] and later visited the {{Hero 4}} in the [[Hidden Valley]] with the rest of the {{Party 4}}.
[[Image:Slime_Slicing.png|thumb|right|280px|Slime-slicing]]
{{spoiler|end}}
When applied to the ''[[Dragon Quest III]]'' class system, Ragnar is a [[warrior]]. He has immense strength and resilience, but low agility. Even his character design is a variation of the soldier, which was traditionally in pink armour. He can don nearly all available armour and use most weapons.
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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 4}} until the {{Hero 4}} obtains the [[Zenithian Equipment]].  


===Stats===
*PSX version.
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| Agility || 4 || 84
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| Resilience || 13 || 227
| {{Resilience}} || 13 || 227
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| Wisdom || 1 || 156
| {{Wisdom}} || 1 || 156
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| Luck || 2 || 152
| {{Luck}} || 2 || 152
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*{{PSX}} version
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==Names==
====Selected quotes====
* 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.
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* 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.
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* In the Italian DS localisation, he is called Galiardo de Guglielmi.
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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!


==Other Appearances==
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.


===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
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}}
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]].
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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 4}}, but whit aboot yer hometown an' all yer kinfolk?


==Non-''Dragon Quest'' Appearances==
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 Ones]] 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 {{MFamilies}} team owners at [[Morrie]]'s {{Monster Arena 8}}. 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 9}} 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 9}} 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]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest & Final Fantasy in Itadaki Street Special]]''===
Along with [[Torneko]], [[Kiryl]], and [[Alena]], Ragnar appears as a playable character in ''Itadaki Street Special''.
Along with [[Torneko Taloon]], [[Kiryl]], and [[Alena]], Ragnar appears as a playable character in ''Itadaki Street Special''.
 
==={{DQR}}===
Ragnar has sevral cards of his own, and often cameos in others.
 
==={{DQTact}}===
Ragnar appears as an A-rank character of the [[Hero family]] as part of the {{Dragon Quest IV}} event, where he can be recruited during the event's story. He joins the player in Chapter 2, Episode 4: A Royal Soldier of the event quests and he can be fully awakened by exchanging DQIV medals for Ragnar Crystals in the event's swap shop. He also stars in his own Battle Road and appears as a boss in the special Three Heroes battle alongside Alena and Kiryl.
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|kanji=ライアン
|romanji=Raian
|sprite=[[Image:DQT Ragnar Art.png|325px]]
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|bskill2=[[War Bellow]]{{tt|*|Level 22}}
|bskill3=[[Scrap Mettle]]{{tt|*|Level 44}}<br> '''Coup de Grâce''': [[Phoenix Dance]]{{tt|*|Level 74}}
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|askill2=[[Frizz]] Res +25 / Stats Up
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|askill4=[[Bang]] Res +25 / Stats Up
|askill5=[[Scrap Mettle]] Potency +5%<br>[[Phoenix Dance]] +5% / Stats Up
|lperk1=Raises DEF of allies, including himself, by 10% in a 5x5 square around him.
|bperk1='''Sporadic Healie''': Occasionally heals {{HP}} at action start.
|bperk2=ATK +10 <br> Max {{HP}} +20
|bperk3=[[Scrap Mettle]] Potency +2%<br>[[Phoenix Dance]] Potency +2%
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|martial-seal-resist=Normal
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|blind-resist=Immune
|curse-resist=Normal
|paralysis-resist=Half Res
|confusion-resist=Normal
|charm-resist=Half Res
}}
 
==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==
==Trivia==
In ''[[Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime]]'', the character [[Rocket|Big Daddy]] bears a strong resemblance to Ragnar.
In {{Rocket Slime}}, the character [[Rocket#Gallery|Big Daddy]] bears a strong resemblance to Ragnar.
 
==See also==
*[[Ragnar's costume]]


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
<center><gallery>
Image:Ragnar_Famicom_art.png|Famicom art
Ragnar_Famicom_art.png|{{Famicom}} art.
Image:RagnarArt.png|More Famicom art
RagnarArt.png|More {{Famicom}} art.
Image:Ragnar_Borya_and_Alena.png|With Borya and Alena
Ragnar_Borya_and_Alena.png|With [[Borya]] and [[Alena]].
Image:RagnarInomata.png|Mutsumi Inomata artwork
Ragnar Strength.png|
File:Ragnar Hardwood Headwear.png|Wearing hardwood headwear
RagnarInomata.png|Mutsumi Inomata artwork.
Image:Ryan DS.png|
Ragnar Bronze Armour.png|Wearing [[Bronze armour]].
File:Borya Kiryl and Ragnar.png|
Ragnar Iron Armour.png|Wearing [[Iron armour]].
File:Ragnar and DQIV Heroine.png|
Ragnar Full Plate Armour.png|Wearing [[Full plate armour]].
Image:LitD_Ragnar_and_Healie.png|"Legend in the Dark" novel
DQIV Spiked Armour.png|Wearing [[Spiked armour]].
File:DQHRS Big Daddy.png|''Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime''
Ragnar Hardwood Headwear.png|Wearing [[Hardwood headwear]].
File:DQMB Ragnar.png|''Dragon Quest: Monster Battle'' card
Ragnar Spiked Armour.png|
DQIV RyanPS.jpg|{{PS1}} art.
DQIV RyanPS1.jpg|
Ryan DS.png|{{DS}} art.
Ragnar and DQIV Heroine.png|
DQ VIII Android Ragnar McRyan.jpg|Ragnar in the {{Monster Arena 8}} in {{VIII}}. ([[Cell phone]])
DQMB Ragnar.png|''Dragon Quest: Monster Battle'' card.
DQHRS Big Daddy.png|{{Rocket Slime}}.
DQH Ryan render.png|Ragnar in ''Dragon Quest Heroes I + II''.
DQH Ryan.jpg|
DQH RyanTrailer.jpg|
DQH Ragnar Healix.jpg|Ragnar fighting alongside [[Healix]].
DQH Ryan HighTension.jpg|Ragnar in High [[Tension]].
DQH RyanHighTension.png|Ragnar preparing his [[Coup de Grâce]].
DQHI and II Ragnar AuroraBlade.jpg|Ragnar with an [[Aurora blade]].
File:Ragnar rivals 1.png|''Rivals'' card artwork
File:Hero IV rivals 4.png|Card artwork featuring nearly all of the chosen
Hero-raian.png|{{Tact}}.
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Ragnar McRyan
Dragon Quest IV
Ragnar.png
Sprite(s) Dq4ragnar-sprite-NES.gifRagnar mimic transparent.png
Japanese name ライアン
Romaji Raian
Old localization Ryan
Class Warrior
Race Human
Age 29
Voice actor Shinji Ogawa (CD Theater)
Tomokazu Sugita (Japanese, Heroes I + II, Rivals)

"Wheesht! A wee nyaff like you cannae stop the mighty Ragnar McRyan!"

—Trouncing the guards at the Palais de Léon (DS, cell phone)

Ragnar McRyan is a character in the Dragon Quest series that appears as a playable party member in Dragon Quest IV.

A soldier of the Kingdom of Burland, Ragnar is sent to investigate a case of missing children in the village of Strathbaile in the 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[edit]

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 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[edit]

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen[edit]

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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 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 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 Ones in 5. In Chapter 2 he is in the 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 Ones, 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.


Base stats[edit]

Slime-slicing

When applied to the Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation 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.

Attribute Starting Stats Maximum Stats
Level 1 99
HP 27 734
MP
Strength 7 219
Agility 4 84
Resilience 13 227
Wisdom 1 156
Luck 2 152
Initial gear Copper sword, Leather armour


Equipment[edit]

Dragon Quest IV (All) 
Weapon Modifier(s)
Cypress stick Attack +2
Oaken club Attack +7
Copper sword Attack +12
Divine dagger Attack +14
Chain sickle Attack +16
Hunter's bow Attack +18
Iron lance Attack +28
Holy lance Attack +33
Steel broadsword Attack +40
Hela's hammer Attack +40
Cautery sword Attack +45
Battle-axe Attack +50
Dream blade Attack +60
Falcon blade Attack +67
Icicle dirk Attack +75
Dragonsbane Attack +90
Demon spear Attack +90
Double-edged sword Attack +99
Miracle sword Attack +100
Flail of destruction Attack +115
Massacre sword Attack +120
Liquid metal sword Attack +130

Selected quotes[edit]

Main article: Dragon Quest IV Transcript
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!"

Ragnar, in Burland (Cell phone)

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..."

Ragnar, in Imperial Pantry of Parthenia (Cell phone)

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!"

Ragnar, in Femiscrya (Cell phone)

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!"

Ragnar, in the prologue (Cell phone)

Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation[edit]

Ragnar appears with the other Chosen Ones 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.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King[edit]

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.

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies[edit]

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 different pieces of his outfit is certain conditions are fulfilled.

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.

Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below and Dragon Quest Heroes II: Twin Kings and the Prophecy's End[edit]

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[edit]

Along with Torneko Taloon, Kiryl, and Alena, Ragnar appears as a playable character in Itadaki Street Special.

Dragon Quest Rivals[edit]

Ragnar has sevral cards of his own, and often cameos in others.

Dragon Quest Tact[edit]

Ragnar appears as an A-rank character of the Hero family as part of the Dragon Quest IV event, where he can be recruited during the event's story. He joins the player in Chapter 2, Episode 4: A Royal Soldier of the event quests and he can be fully awakened by exchanging DQIV medals for Ragnar Crystals in the event's swap shop. He also stars in his own Battle Road and appears as a boss in the special Three Heroes battle alongside Alena and Kiryl.

Ragnar (ライアン Raian)Tactlogo.png
Stats


DQT Ragnar Art.png
Family Rank Role
Tact Icon Hero.png
Hero		 DQTact Rank Icon A.png DQTact AttackType.png
Attack
Max Level HP MP Move
120 1,015 251 2-3
Attack Defense Agility Wisdom Weight
492 411 332 141 35
Basic Skills
First Second Third
Attack Attacker War Bellow* Scrap Mettle*
Coup de Grâce: Phoenix Dance*
Awakening Skills
First Second Third
Move +1 / Stats Up Frizz Res +25 / Stats Up Scrap Mettle Potency +5%
Phoenix Dance +5% / Stats Up
Fourth Fifth
Bang Res +25 / Stats Up Scrap Mettle Potency +5%
Phoenix Dance +5% / Stats Up
Leader Perks
First
Raises DEF of allies, including himself, by 10% in a 5x5 square around him.
Basic Perks
First Second Third
Sporadic Healie: Occasionally heals HP at action start. ATK +10
Max HP +20		 Scrap Mettle Potency +2%
Phoenix Dance Potency +2%
Perk Details
First
Move +1: Raises Move by 1.
Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Crack Resistance * Woosh Resistance *
Half Res Normal Normal Very Weak
Bang Resistance * Zap Resistance * Zam Resistance * Snooze Resistance
Half Res Normal Very Weak Super Weak
Poison Resistance Physical Lock Resistance Spell Lock Resistance Martial Lock Resistance
Normal Normal Normal Normal
Breath Lock Resistance Hobble Resistance * Stun Resistance * Dazzle Resistance
Normal Super Weak Normal Immune
Curse Resistance Paralysis Resistance Confusion Resistance Charm Resistance
Normal Half Res Normal Half Res



Etymology[edit]

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[edit]

In Rocket Slime, the character Big Daddy bears a strong resemblance to Ragnar.

See also[edit]

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