Metal slime: Difference between revisions

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The '''Metal slime''' is a recurring {{MFamilies}} in the {{DQSeries}}. Introduced in the [[Dragon Quest|original game]], it is the forefather of the [[Metal slime family]] and set the standard for every member therein.

As far as appearances go, the Metal slime is nearly identical to a normal [[Slime]], with its only notable differences being its gray coloring and metallic luster.

Metal slimes are infamous {{MFamilies}}s in the series and for a good reason: they have one of the highest {{exp}}erience point payouts of any enemy in the games, exceeded only by far stronger monsters and other metal monsters; even some bosses pay out less than a single Metal slime does. This comes at a catch, however: Metal slimes rarely appear, and when they do, they usually run away at the first chance, often without a scratch due to a very high {{Agility}} stat. Even if the player gets lucky and a [[Metal slime]] or two decide to stick around for a turn, nearly all normal attacks will either miss or do a measly 1 point of damage, though their low {{HP}} means every hit counts. Nearly all forms of spell and skill are completely ineffective against Metal slimes.

Anti-metal weapons such as the [[Metal slime spear]] will always deal damage to a Metal slime, and the [[Poison needle]] has a 12.5%({{fraction|1|8}}) chance to kill instantly if it connects, as well as the [[Hela's hammer]]'s 37.5%({{fraction|3|8}}) are popular among players who enjoy gambling on mashing the globs in one shot.

Metal slimes make their first appearance as the greatest source of experience from any {{MFamilies}}. The player may start dealing normal damage to Metal slimes as they near the Level 30 cap. Due to the fact that true spell immunity does not exist in the original {{NES}} version of {{I}}, [[Sizz]] and [[Sizzle]] have a higher chance (1/16) to slay the slimes than critical hits (1/64).  

 

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|remake-sprites=[[File:Metal slime SNES.png]] [[File:DQ-GBC-METAL-SLIME.png]]

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|nes-spells=[[Sizz]]<br>[[Snooze]]

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|remake-sprites=[[File:DQ-GBC-METAL-SLIME.png]]

|remake-spells=[[Sizz]]

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The [[Fire Breath]] granted by the dragon form after casting [[Puff!]] is capable of instantly defeating Metal slimes. Because the transformation drastically cuts the caster's {{Agility}}, it is strongly advised to follow up with [[Acceleratle]].

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|defense=1023

|skills=Flee<br>Call for help

|evasion=0/64

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|exp=1350

|locations=[[Endor]] ({{DQ4 Chapter 2}}), [[The Cistern Chapel]] ({{DQ4 Chapter 3}}, 5), [[Lakanaba]] ({{DQ4 Chapters 5-6}}), [[Vrenor]] ({{DQ4 Chapters 5-6}}), [[Shinnock]] ({{DQ4 Chapters 5-6}}), [[Ballymoral]] ({{DQ4 Chapters 5-6}}), Desert ({{DQ4 Chapters 5-6}}), [[Porthtrunnel]] ({{DQ4 Chapters 5-6}}), [[Bath]] ({{DQ4 Chapters 5-6}}), [[Rosehill]] ({{DQ4 Chapters 5-6}}), [[Pharos Beacon]] ({{DQ4 Chapters 5-6}})

|evasion=0/64

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|defense=1024

|tameRate=[[Metal slime (Recruit)|1/256]]

|evasion=0/64

|drain-magic-resist=20%

 

The remakes allow for the [[Metal slime (Recruit)|recruiting of Metal slimes]], though the chances of one wanting to join the {{Party 5}} are abysmally low, combining with their rarity and difficulty in defeating to make them one of the hardest {{MFamilies}}s to recruit in the game. Their plethora of resistances and Metal slime stats can make them worth the effort, though they are not nearly as versatile as [[Liquid metal slime (Recruit)|liquid metal slimes]].

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|evasion=0/64

|romanji=Metarusuraimu

|locations=[[Roots of Ygg]]<br>[[El Ciclo]]<br>[[El Monumento de Pomposo]]<br>[[Malign Shrine]]<br>[[Gröndal]] Region (after Demon King's resurrection)

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It is interesting to note that it is possible to put Metal slimes to sleep in this title, and that normal damage may start being dealt once a character's attack power gets high enough.

|romanji=Metarusuraimu S

|skills=Flee<br>Call for backup (Metal slime S)<br>Slime unite ([[Metal king slime]])

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|exp=1350

|defense=4096

|locations=[[Kingdom of Ascantha|Kingdom]] of [[Ascantha]]

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{{Enemy

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|bestiaryNumber = 46

|name = Metal Slime

|image = [[File:Metalslime DQIX DS.png]]

|game = {{Dragon Quest IX}}

|console = {{DS}}

|hp = 3

|mp = Unlimited

|attack = 35

|defense = 256

|agility = 89

|experience = 4096

|gold = 20

|droppedItem = [[Strong medicine]] (common, 1/64)<br />[[Seed of life]] (rare, 1/256)

|family = {{Slime}}

|locations = [[Quarantomb]], [[Pluvi Isle]] (islet, daytime), [[Angel Falls]] area (Slime hill: post-game)

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|romanji=

|bestiaryNumber=015

|locations=[[Gallopolis]] region (first act)<BR>[[Dundrasil]] region (first act)<BR>[[Ruins of Dundrasil]] (first act)<BR>[[Caverns under Octagonia]] (first act)<BR>[[Rainbow Mines]] ({{3DS}} & {{Switch}} only)  

 

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|romanji=

|bestiaryNumber=202

|spells=[[Frizzle]]

|locations=[[Heliodor]] region (second act)<br>[[The Emerald Coast]] (second act)<br>[[The Kingsbarrow]] (second act)<br>[[Insula Orientalis]] (second act)<br>[[Path to Trial Isle]] (third act)  

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|resistances = Immune to [[Frizz]], [[Bang]], [[Woosh]], [[Crack]], [[Zap]], [[Zam]], [[Sizz]], [[Donk]], [[Abiliterator]], [[Blade Blunter]], [[Fire Breath]], [[Cold Breath]], [[Whack]], Poison, [[Drain Magic]], [[Gobstopper]], [[Ban Dance]], Confusion, Inaction, Paralysis, Sleep, [[Decelerate]], [[Dim]], and Magical Sabotage.

|in-game-description=Despite being made of metal, when these monsters' mettle is tested, it is often found wanting, prone as they are to scurrying away at the slightest of sounds. Still, in the field of swift exists, their skills are second to none

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|romanji={{tt||}}

|listNumber=047

|exp=1350

|item=[[Molten globules]], [[Slimedrop]]

|listNumber=041

|exp=4020

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|ability3=[[Kafrizz]]

|ability4=[[Kasizzle]]

==Similar species & close cousins==

*[[Meddle slime]]

*[[Liquid metal slime]]

*[[Metal truffle slime]]

*[[Liquid metal king slime]]

[[Category:Dragon Quest Treasures enemies]]