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{{Spell Infobox
{{Spell Infobox
|title = Helichopter
|title = Helichopter
|image =  
|image = [[Image:AHB Helichopter.png|125px]]
|japanese = ぶんまわし
|japanese = ぶんまわし
|romaji = Bunmawashi
|romaji = {{tt|Bunmawashi|Vigorous/wild swing}}
|old = None
|old = None
|type = Skill
|type = Skill
}}
}}
'''Helichopter''' is a [[Greatsword (weapon type)|greatsword skill]] that allows the user to damage a group of enemies.
'''Helichopter''' is a recurring skill in the {{DQSeries}}. It allows the user to damage a group of enemies by swinging wildly in a wide circular motion with a [[Greatsword (weapon type)|greatsword]] or other weapon.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
==={{DQ3HD}}===
Helichopter was retroactively added to the 2024 remake as a [[Merchant]] skill, learned at level 26 if their wisdom exceeds 72 points. It deals 90~95% Strike-element damage to a group of enemies, and costs 8 {{MP}}.
==={{DQ10}}===
==={{DQ10}}===
Helichopter can be learned by [[Warrior]]s, [[Gladiator]]s and [[Monster Master]]s by investing 35 points into their Greatswords skill. It costs 4 MP to perform, and it deals normal damage to all enemies in the immediate vicinity around the user.
Helichopter can be learned by [[Warrior]]s, [[Gladiator]]s and [[Monster Master]]s by investing 35 points into their Greatswords skill. It costs 4 MP to perform, and it deals normal damage to all enemies in the immediate vicinity around the user. In Version 3.4 of the game, Helichopter now deals 168% of normal attack damage.
* In the {{Offline}} version of the game, the {{Hero 10}} and [[Hussar]] can learn Helichopter through the ''Greatswords'' panel in their character builders for 5 skill points, with Hussar already knowing the skill when he joins the party. It deals 168% normal attack damage to a single group of enemies. The damage can be increased further with skill-up panels.


==={{DQ11}}===
==={{DQ11}}===
The [[Luminary (Dragon Quest XI)|Luminary]] and [[Hendrik]] can learn Helichopter for 7 skill points, and use it for 4 MP. It deals consistent damage to a group of enemies.
The {{Hero 11}} and [[Hendrik]] can learn Helichopter through ''Greatswords'' panel in their character builders for 7 skill points, costing 4 MP to use. It consistently deals the same amount of damage as a normal attack to a group of enemies.


==={{DQStars}}===
==={{DQStars}}===
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|type=[[File:DQotS Red C.png]]
|type=[[File:DQotS Red C.png]]
|target=All Enemies.
|target=All Enemies.
|ct= 20s
|ct=20s
|restriction= [[File:DQotS Sword.png|40px]]
|restriction= [[File:DQotS Sword.png|40px]]
|description=A 125% potency attack.
|description=A 125% potency attack.
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==={{DQTact}}===
==={{DQTact}}===
Helichopter is known naturally by [[Brownie]], [[Green dragon]], [[Hammerhood]], [[Hoodlum]], [[Mandrake mercenary]], and [[Troll]] at level 1 and can be learned by [[Golem]] at level 16. It costs 7 MP to use and inflicts 110% potency physical damage to all enemies in a radius of 1 around the user.
Helichopter is known naturally by [[brownie]]s, [[green dragon]]s, [[hammerhood]]s, [[hoodlum]]s, [[Mandrake mercenary|mandrake mercenaries]], [[troll]]s, and [[wooper trooper]]s at level 1 and can be learned by [[golem]]s and [[wild beast]] at level 16. It costs 7 MP to use and inflicts 110% potency physical damage to all enemies in a radius of 1 around the user. Helichopter can also be taught to any unit by using an ability scroll.
 
There are also several variations of the skill that deal elemental damage, including [[Burning Helichopter]], [[Firetwister]], [[Frigidtwister]], [[Lightning Whorl]], [[Booming Helichopter]], and [[Hellichopter]].
{{DQTactSkill
{{DQTactSkill
|name=Helichopter
|name=Helichopter
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|range=[[Image:DQTact_SkillRangeRadial.png|48px]]<br>Radius 1
|range=[[Image:DQTact_SkillRangeRadial.png|48px]]<br>Radius 1
|status=None
|status=None
|description=Deals 110% potency physical damage to all enemies in area of effect
|description=Deals physical damage (110% potency) to all enemies in area of effect
|monsters=Brownie, Golem, Green dragon, Hammerhood, Hoodlum, Mandrake mercenary, Troll
|monsters=Brownie, Golem, Green dragon, Hammerhood, Hoodlum, Mandrake mercenary, Troll, Wild beast, Wooper trooper
}}
}}
==={{AHB}}===
==={{AHB}}===
Helichopter is an axe skill for [[Crocodine]] and the [[Luminary Leader]] (Warrior). It deals physical Slash damage in a medium area of effect.
Helichopter appeared as an axe skill for [[Crocodine]] and the [[Luminary Leader]] as a [[Warrior]] wielding an axe. It would deal physical Slash damage in a medium area of effect.


==Related skills==
==Related skills==
*[[Helibopter]], a similar ability performed by [[gigantes]] with their clubs
*[[Power Throw]], a similar technique for [[Boomerang weapon family|boomerangs]]
*[[Power Throw]], a similar technique for [[Boomerang weapon family|boomerangs]]
*[[Rolling Attack]]
*[[Rolling Attack]]
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*[[Dragon Swing]]
*[[Dragon Swing]]


==Etymology==
==Trivia==
A ''bunmawashi'' is an archaic term for a compass used to draw circles. They were originally imported from Portugal.
* One of the interpretations for Helichopter's Japanese name ''Bunmawashi'' (ぶんまわし) is an archaic term for a compass used to draw circles. They were originally imported from Portugal. It can also refer to a revolving stage that is used in [[Wikipedia:Kabuki|Kabuki]] theater.


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{{DQSkills}}
{{DQSkills}}
[[Category:Skills]]
[[Category:Skills]]
[[Category:Strike skills]]
[[Category:Axe skills]]
[[Category:Greatsword skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest X skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest X skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest XI skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest XI skills]]

Latest revision as of 13:57, 24 December 2024

Helichopter is a recurring skill in the Dragon Quest series. It allows the user to damage a group of enemies by swinging wildly in a wide circular motion with a greatsword or other weapon.

Appearances[edit]

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake[edit]

Helichopter was retroactively added to the 2024 remake as a Merchant skill, learned at level 26 if their wisdom exceeds 72 points. It deals 90~95% Strike-element damage to a group of enemies, and costs 8 MP.

Dragon Quest X[edit]

Helichopter can be learned by Warriors, Gladiators and Monster Masters by investing 35 points into their Greatswords skill. It costs 4 MP to perform, and it deals normal damage to all enemies in the immediate vicinity around the user. In Version 3.4 of the game, Helichopter now deals 168% of normal attack damage.

  • In the Offline version of the game, the Hero and Hussar can learn Helichopter through the Greatswords panel in their character builders for 5 skill points, with Hussar already knowing the skill when he joins the party. It deals 168% normal attack damage to a single group of enemies. The damage can be increased further with skill-up panels.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age[edit]

The Hero and Hendrik can learn Helichopter through Greatswords panel in their character builders for 7 skill points, costing 4 MP to use. It consistently deals the same amount of damage as a normal attack to a group of enemies.

Dragon Quest of the Stars[edit]

Helichopter (ぶんまわし Bunmawashi)Dragon Quest of the Stars English logo.png
Ability information
Helichopter
Type & Rank Target CT Restriction
DQotS Red C.png All Enemies. 20s DQotS Sword.png
Effect
A 125% potency attack.
Notes
N/A
How to obtain
Warrior's Sword



Dragon Quest Tact[edit]

Helichopter is known naturally by brownies, green dragons, hammerhoods, hoodlums, mandrake mercenaries, trolls, and wooper troopers at level 1 and can be learned by golems and wild beast at level 16. It costs 7 MP to use and inflicts 110% potency physical damage to all enemies in a radius of 1 around the user. Helichopter can also be taught to any unit by using an ability scroll.

There are also several variations of the skill that deal elemental damage, including Burning Helichopter, Firetwister, Frigidtwister, Lightning Whorl, Booming Helichopter, and Hellichopter.

Helichopter (ぶんまわし Bunmawashi)Tactlogo.png
Ability information
Helichopter
Role * Type * Element MP cost
Attack Physical DQTact Non-elemental.png 7
Range Additional effects
DQTact SkillRangeRadial.png
Radius 1
None
Description
Deals physical damage (110% potency) to all enemies in area of effect
Naturally learnt by
Brownie, Golem, Green dragon, Hammerhood, Hoodlum, Mandrake mercenary, Troll, Wild beast, Wooper trooper


Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai: A Hero's Bonds[edit]

Helichopter appeared as an axe skill for Crocodine and the Luminary Leader as a Warrior wielding an axe. It would deal physical Slash damage in a medium area of effect.

Related skills[edit]

Trivia[edit]

  • One of the interpretations for Helichopter's Japanese name Bunmawashi (ぶんまわし) is an archaic term for a compass used to draw circles. They were originally imported from Portugal. It can also refer to a revolving stage that is used in Kabuki theater.