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{{Item
|title = Ruby of protection
|image = [[Image:DQIV Ruby of protection.png|250px]]
|japanese = まもりのルビー
|romaji = {{tt|Mamori no rubī|Ruby of protection}}
|names = GuardRuby
|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>{{DQB}}<br>{{DQStars}}<br>{{DQWalk}}<br>{{DQTact}}
|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)
}}


The '''Ruby of Protection''' is a recurring accessory in the ''[[Dragon Quest (series)|Dragon Quest]]'' series.
The '''Ruby of protection''' is a recurring accessory in the {{DQSeries}}. It gives a boost to the wearer's {{Defence}}.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''===
==={{DQ4}} (remakes only)===
The Ruby of Protection is an accessory that increases defence by 15.
The Ruby of protection has a {{Defence}} bonus of +15 and can be equipped by all characters. One can be received from the [[Minikin's Dominion|King Minikin]] 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]] coins.
 
==={{DQ7}}===
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]] coins and sold for 1,750 [[gold]] coins. One can be found in the [[Sunken Citadel]] in the present and another in [[Aeolus Vale]] in the past.
 
==={{DQ8}}===
{{Descriptions
|DQ8=A beautiful ruby that increases the wearer's defence.<ref>Sony PlayStation 2, Mobile, and Nintendo 3DS versions.</ref>
}}
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 at the bank in [[Baccarat]] in a treasure chest that can be opened with the [[Magic Key]] and another in a pot at [[Orkutsk]]'s item shop. It can also be dropped by [[Living statue (recurring)|Living statue]]s and [[Elysium bird]]s{{tt|*|PS2 and mobile versions only}}, as well as [[Great keeper]]s in the [[Nintendo 3DS]] version. The ruby can be made in the [[Alchemy Pot]] and can be used to create other pieces of equipment, as well.
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{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Ruby of protection PS2.png|32px|Ruby of protection]]<br>Ruby of protection
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Prayer ring.png|32px|link=Prayer ring]]<br>Prayer ring
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Seed of defence.png|32px|link=Seed of defence]]<br>Seed of defence
|i3=-
}}
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Magic armour PS2.png|32px|link=Magic armour]]<br>Magic armour
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Full plate armour PS2.png|32px|link=Full plate armour]]<br>Full plate armour
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Prayer ring.png|32px|link=Prayer ring]]<br>Prayer ring
|i3=[[Image:DQVIII Ruby of protection PS2.png|32px|Ruby of protection]]<br>Ruby of protection
}}
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Shimmering dress.png|32px|link=Shimmering dress]]<br>Shimmering dress
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Spangled dress.png|32px|link=Spangled dress]]<br>Spangled dress
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Ruby of protection PS2.png|32px|Ruby of protection]]<br>Ruby of protection
|i3=[[Image:DQVIII Gold bracer.png|32px|link=Gold bracer]]<br>Gold bracer
}}
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Magic shield PS2.png|32px|link=Magic shield]]<br>Magic shield
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Steel shield.png|32px|link=Steel shield]]<br>Steel shield
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Prayer ring.png|32px|link=Prayer ring]]<br>Prayer ring
|i3=[[Image:DQVIII Ruby of protection PS2.png|32px|Ruby of protection]]<br>Ruby of protection
}}
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Uber sacred armour 3DS.png|32px|Über sacred armour]]<br>Über sacred armour {{tt|*|Nintendo 3DS version only}}
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Sacred armour.png|32px|link=Sacred armour]]<br>Sacred armour
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Ruby of protection PS2.png|32px|link=Ruby of protection]]<br>Ruby of protection
|i3=[[Image:DQVIII Recovery ring.png|32px|link=Life ring|Recovery ring]]<br>Recovery ring
}}
</div>
 
==={{DQ9}}===
{{DQIXEquipment
|header=[[Image:DQIX Ruby of protection.png]]
|name=Ruby of protection
|icon=[[File:DQVIII_Ruby_of_Protection.png|225px]]
|description=A sparkling stone that strengthens defence when worn.<ref>Nintendo DS version.</ref>
|rarity=★☆☆☆☆
|stats=Defence +10
|vocation=[[File:IXwarrioricon.png|link=Warrior]][[File:IXpriesticon.png|link=Priest]][[File:IXmageicon.png|link=Mage]][[File:IXmartialartisticon.png|link=Martial Artist]][[File:IXthieficon.png|link=Thief]][[File:IXminstrelicon.png|link=Minstrel]]<br>[[File:IXgladiatoricon.png|link=Gladiator]][[File:IXPaladinicon.png|link=Paladin]][[File:IXarmamentalisticon.png|link=Armamentalist]][[File:IXrangericon.png|link=Ranger]][[File:IXsageicon.png|link=Sage]][[File:IXluminaryicon.png|link=Luminary (vocation)]]
|notes=Used to create [[Monarchic mark]], [[Rune staff]], [[Sacrosanct armour]],<br>[[Safer shoes]], [[Safest shoes]], and [[Tempest shield]].
|price=N/a / 1,050
|location=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.
|i1=[[Image:ICON-Dragon's scale.png|32px|link=Dragon's scale]]<br>Dragon's scale
|i2=[[Image:DQIX Corundum.png|32px|link=Corundum]]<br>Corundum
|i3=-
}}
 
==={{DQ11}}===
{{DQXIEquipment
|name=<big><big>Ruby of protection</big></big>
|icon=[[Image:Ruby of protection xi icon.png]]
|description=A vibrant violet stone that boosts the defence of the bearer.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.</ref>
|rarity=<big><big>B</big></big>
|stats=Defence +16/17/18/20
|notes=Requires 20 [[Perfectionist's pearl]]s to rework.
|price=N/a / 1,050
|location={{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.
|diff=★★★★☆
|i1=[[Image:Artful amethyst xi icon.png|50px|link=Artful amethyst]] x2 + [[Image:Serpent skin xi icon.png|50px|link=Serpent skin]] + [[Image:Large scale xi icon.png|50px|link=Large scale]] x2 + [[Image:Pale pearl xi icon.png|50px|link=Pale pearl]]
|character=[[File:Hero XI sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Hero (Dragon Quest XI)]][[File:Erik sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Erik]][[File:Veronica sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Veronica (Dragon Quest XI)]][[File:Serena sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Serena (Dragon Quest XI)]][[File:Sylvando sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Sylvando]][[File:Jade sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Jade]][[File:Rab sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Rab]][[File:Hendrik sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Hendrik]]
}}
The {{Recipe Book 11}} '''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]].
 
==={{DQSwords}}===
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]] coins.
 
==={{DQH}}===
{{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.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.</ref>
|notes=}}
The quick recipe for the ruby of protection can be received from [[Medal King|King Flaminio]] in exchange for 7 [[Mini medal]]s onboard the Stonecloud, while the classic and luxury recipes can be dropped rarely by [[Lethal armour]]s.
 
==={{DQH2}}===
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.
 
==={{DQStars}}===
The Ruby of protection is a 4★ accessory with a max HP bonus of +5 that comes equipped with the Defence+ skill, which gives a +10 bonus to {{Defence}}. At max rank, the bonus can be boosted to +15. It can be created at the equipment workshop.
 
==={{DQWalk}}===
The Ruby of protection is a 4★ accessory with a {{Defence}} bonus of +5 and a max HP bonus of +10. It also restores 2 MP to the wearer at the end of battle. It is received as a reward for completing chapter 8 of the main story.
 
==={{DQTact}}===
The Ruby of protection is an A-rank accessory with a DEF bonus of +15 and three slots for Alchemy Effects. It can be received randomly as a reward by playing the Bravas Treasures n' Trapdoors board.
 
==In Other Languages==
{{OtherLanguages
|es=Gema de protección|es-meaning=Spanish for "gem of protection".
|fr=Rubis de protection|fr-meaning=French for "ruby of protection".
|de=Schutzrubin|de-meaning=German for "protective ruby".
|it=Rubino della difesa|it-meaning=Italian for "ruby of defence".
}}
 
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
DQVIII_Ruby_of_Protection.png|The ruby of protection in {{VIII}}.
</gallery></center>
 
==Related items==
*[[Adamant pendant]]
 
==References==
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===''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
The ruby of protect provides a defence boost of +15.
===''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest Swords]]''===
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[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below accessories]]
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[[Category:Dragon Quest Walk accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Tact accessories]]
 
[[fr:Rubis de protection]]

Revision as of 03:59, 16 April 2024

Ruby of protection
DQIV 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
Dragon Quest Tact
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. It gives a boost to the wearer's Defence.

Appearances

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen (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 King Minikin 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 coins.

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past

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 coins and sold for 1,750 gold coins. One can be found in the Sunken Citadel in the present and another in Aeolus Vale in the past.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King

GameDescription
DQ8-LOGO-ICON.png
A beautiful ruby that increases the wearer's defence.[1]

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 at the bank in Baccarat in a treasure chest that can be opened with the Magic Key and another in a pot at Orkutsk's item shop. It can also be dropped by Living statues and Elysium birds*, as well as Great keepers in the Nintendo 3DS version. The ruby can be made in the Alchemy Pot and can be used to create other pieces of equipment, as well.

Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
Ruby of protection
Ruby of protection		 DQVIII Prayer ring.png
Prayer ring		 DQVIII Seed of defence.png
Seed of defence		 -


Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
DQVIII Magic armour PS2.png
Magic armour		 DQVIII Full plate armour PS2.png
Full plate armour		 DQVIII Prayer ring.png
Prayer ring		 Ruby of protection
Ruby of protection


Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
DQVIII Shimmering dress.png
Shimmering dress		 DQVIII Spangled dress.png
Spangled dress		 Ruby of protection
Ruby of protection		 DQVIII Gold bracer.png
Gold bracer


Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
DQVIII Magic shield PS2.png
Magic shield		 DQVIII Steel shield.png
Steel shield		 DQVIII Prayer ring.png
Prayer ring		 Ruby of protection
Ruby of protection


Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
Über sacred armour
Über sacred armour *		 DQVIII Sacred armour.png
Sacred armour		 DQVIII Ruby of protection PS2.png
Ruby of protection		 Recovery ring
Recovery ring


Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies

DQIX Ruby of protection.png Ruby of protection
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
DQVIII Ruby of Protection.png
Description
A sparkling stone that strengthens defence when worn.[2]
Rarity Stats Vocations
★☆☆☆☆ Defence +10 IXwarrioricon.pngIXpriesticon.pngIXmageicon.pngIXmartialartisticon.pngIXthieficon.pngIXminstrelicon.png
IXgladiatoricon.pngIXPaladinicon.pngIXarmamentalisticon.pngIXrangericon.pngIXsageicon.pngIXluminaryicon.png
Notes
Used to create Monarchic mark, Rune staff, Sacrosanct armour,
Safer shoes, Safest shoes, and Tempest shield.
Price Location
N/a / 1,050 One found in the Realm of the Mighty.
Dropped by King Godfrey.
Received as a reward for completing Quest #030: Wrapper's Delight.
Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
ICON-Dragon's scale.png
Dragon's scale		 DQIX Corundum.png
Corundum		 -



Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

Ruby of protection DQXI Logo EN.png
Ruby of protection xi icon.png
Description
A vibrant violet stone that boosts the defence of the bearer.[3]
Rarity
B
Stats with forge buffs
Defence +16/17/18/20
Notes
Requires 20 Perfectionist's pearls to rework.
Price Location
N/a / 1,050 1⁄8 chance of being dropped by Lunar chimaeras.
1⁄256 of being dropped by Elysium birds and Malicious elysium birds.
Forging difficulty
★★★★☆
Ingredients
Artful amethyst xi icon.png x2 + Serpent skin xi icon.png + Large scale xi icon.png x2 + Pale pearl xi icon.png
Characters
Hero XI sprite walk.gifErik sprite walk.gifVeronica sprite walk.gifSerena sprite walk.gifSylvando sprite walk.gifJade sprite walk.gifRab sprite walk.gifHendrik sprite walk.gif


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: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors

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 coins.

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.[4]

The quick recipe for the ruby of protection can be received from King Flaminio in exchange for 7 Mini medals onboard the Stonecloud, while the classic and luxury recipes can be dropped rarely by Lethal armours.

Dragon Quest Heroes II: Twin Kings and the Prophecy's End

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.

Dragon Quest of the Stars

The Ruby of protection is a 4★ accessory with a max HP bonus of +5 that comes equipped with the Defence+ skill, which gives a +10 bonus to Defence. At max rank, the bonus can be boosted to +15. It can be created at the equipment workshop.

Dragon Quest Walk

The Ruby of protection is a 4★ accessory with a Defence bonus of +5 and a max HP bonus of +10. It also restores 2 MP to the wearer at the end of battle. It is received as a reward for completing chapter 8 of the main story.

Dragon Quest Tact

The Ruby of protection is an A-rank accessory with a DEF bonus of +15 and three slots for Alchemy Effects. It can be received randomly as a reward by playing the Bravas Treasures n' Trapdoors board.

In Other Languages

Language Translation Meaning
ICON-FLAG-ES.png EspañolGema de protecciónSpanish for "gem of protection".
ICON-FLAG-FR.png FrançaisRubis de protectionFrench for "ruby of protection".
ICON-FLAG-DE.png DeutschSchutzrubinGerman for "protective ruby".
ICON-FLAG-IT.png ItalianoRubino della difesaItalian for "ruby of defence".

Gallery

  • The ruby of protection in VIII.

Related items

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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