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{{Item
The '''scholar's specs''', also known as the '''INT specs''', are a recurring accessory in the ''[[Dragon Quest (series)|Dragon Quest]]'' series. They increase the wearer's wisdom.
|title = ''Scholar's specs''
|image = [[File:DQVIIIScholarsSpecs.png|300px]]
|japanese = インテリめがね
|romaji = {{tt|Interi megane|Intelligence glasses}}
|names = INTSpecs
|games = {{Dragon Quest III}}<br>{{DQ3HD}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VIII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest XI}}<br>{{DQMJ3}}<br>{{Dragon Quest Heroes}}<br>{{Dragon Quest Heroes II}}<br>{{DQTreasures}}
|effect = Increases the wearer's {{Wisdom}}.<br>Increases the wearer's {{Magical Might}} and {{Magical Mending}}. ({{XI}} only)<br>Increases resistance against [[Kasap]]. ({{Heroes}} only)<br>Increases effects of {{Defence}} boosts. ({{Heroes II}} only)
}}
 
The '''scholar's specs''' are a recurring accessory in the {{DQSeries}} that first appeared in the {{Super Famicom}} remake of {{Dragon Quest III}}. They increase the wearer's {{Wisdom}}.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===''[[Dragon Quest III]]''===
==={{DQ3}}===
The scholar's specs have a +15 wisdom bonus. They changes the wearer's [[Personality]] to Wit. They are received as a prize from the medal collector in [[Aliahan]] after turning in 35 [[mini medal]]s. The scholar's specs can be sold for 1,275 gold, but it is not recommended to do so as there is only one pair in the game. They only appear in remake versions of the game.
The scholar's specs have a +15 {{Wisdom}} bonus and changes the wearer's [[personality]] to [[Wit]]. They are received as a prize from the mini medal collector in [[Aliahan]] after turning in 35 [[mini medal]]s. The scholar's specs can be sold for 1,275 [[gold]] coins, but it is not recommended to do so as there is only one pair in the game. They only appear in remakes of the game.
 
==={{DQ3HD}}===
{{DQIIIHDEquipment
|header=[[File:Scholar's specs III HD icon.png]]
|name=<big>Scholar’s specs</big>
|description=Wear these if you need to become a real [[wit]] nice and quick. Sadly, they don’t come with prescription lenses
|stats=Wisdom +15
|vocation=[[File:Gadabout iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Gadabout]][[File:Hero iconHD2D.png|50px|link= Hero (Dragon Quest III)]][[File:Mage iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Mage]][[File:Martial artist iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Martial artist]][[File:Merchant iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Merchant]]
[[File:Monster wrangler iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Monster Wrangler]][[File:Priest iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Priest]][[File:Sage iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Sage]][[File:Thief iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Thief]][[File:Warrior iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Warrior]]
|notes=N/A
|price=NA/1,275
|location=32 [[mini medal]]s
}}
 
==={{DQ7}}===
The scholar's specs have a +15 {{Wisdom}} bonus. They can be equipped by the {{Hero 7}}, {{Maribel}}, [[Sir Mervyn]], and [[Aishe]]. Three pairs can be found in [[Gröndal]], Pomposo Bridge, and the Immigrant Town/[[The Haven]] in a treasure chest requiring the [[Magic Key]]. The scholar's specs can also be dropped by [[discombombulator]]s.
 
==={{DQ8}}===
{{Descriptions
|DQ8=A pair of spectacles that makes the wearer appear more intelligent.<ref>Sony PlayStation 2, Mobile, and Nintendo 3DS versions.</ref>
}}
The scholar's specs have a +15 {{Wisdom}} bonus and can be equipped by all characters. They can be purchased from [[Argonia]] once the [[Bazaar]] starts for 2,700 gold and sold for 1,350 gold. One pair can be found at the Holy Isle of [[Neos]]. They are also dropped rarely by [[Sea dragon (monster)|sea dragon]]s. Scholar's specs can be made in the [[Alchemy Pot]] and can also be used to make the [[scholar's cap]].
*In the {{3DS}} version, if [[Jessica]] wears the scholar's specs with the [[abiding blazer]], her appearance will change.
<div style="display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap;">
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Scholars specs.png|32px|Scholar's specs]]<br>Scholar's specs
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Ring of awakening.png|32px|link=Ring of awakening]]<br>Ring of awakening
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Ring of clarity.png|32px|link=Ring of clarity]]<br>Ring of clarity
|i3=[[Image:DQVIII Seed of wisdom.png|32px|link=Seed of wisdom]]<br>Seed of wisdom
}}
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Scholars cap PS2.png|32px|link=Scholar's cap]]<br>Scholar's cap
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Magical hat.png|32px|link=Magical hat]]<br>Magical hat
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Scholars specs.png|32px|Scholar's specs]]<br>Scholar's specs
|i3=-
}}
</div>
 
==={{DQ11}}===
{{DQXIEquipment
|name=<big><big>Scholar's specs</big></big>
|icon=[[Image:Scholar's specs XI icon.png]]
|description=Classy glasses that can make anyone look intelligent.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.</ref>
|rarity=<big><big>B</big></big>
|stats=Magical Might +15/16/18/20<br>Magical Mending +15/16/18/20<br>Charm +15/16/18/20
|notes=Requires 20 [[Perfectionist's pearl]]s to rework.
|price=N/a / 1,550
|location=[[Fun-Size Forge]] only.
|diff=★★★★☆
|i1=[[Image:Glass frit xi icon.png|50px|link=Glass frit]] x2 + [[Image:Gold ore xi icon.png|50px|link=Gold ore]] x2 + [[Image:Mirrorstone xi icon.png|50px|link=Mirrorstone]] + [[Image:Thinkincense xi icon.png|50px|Thinkincense]] x3
|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 scholar's specs. It can be found in a [[treasure chest]] at the [[Sniflheim Whale Way Station]] behind a locked door that requires the [[Ultimate Key]].
 
==={{DQH}}===
{{Equipment|header|image=DQH Scholars specs.png|name=Scholar's specs}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Defence Drain Resistance|modifier=+40.0%}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Quick Recipe|modifier=[[Cruel claw]] x3 + [[Salt of the earth]] x2{{tt|*|10% Sweet Success chance}}}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Classic Recipe|modifier=[[Cruel claw]] x2 + [[Thinkincense]]{{tt|*|35% Sweet Success chance}}}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=N/a|sellPrice=200|equipableBy=All Characters
|flavor=Stylish spectacles that make buffoons look like brainiacs.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.</ref>
|notes=}}
The quick recipe for the scholar's specs can be received from [[Medal King|King Flaminio]] in exchange for a single [[mini medal]] on the Stonecloud, while the classic recipe for the scholar's specs can be dropped rarely by [[Magus|magi]].
 
==={{DQH2}}===
The Scholar's specs increase the effects of {{Defence}} boosts such as [[Kabuff]] by 20%. Once it has been fully upgraded, it will also grant +7 bonuses to max {{MP}} and {{Magical Might}}. The glasses can be dropped by [[drackmage]]s or received by exchanging 6 [[Mini medal]]s.
 
==={{DQTreasures}}===
{{Descriptions
|DQTR=Glasses that greatly improve intelligence and insight.<ref>Nintendo Switch and Steam versions.</ref>
}}
The Scholar's specs are [[List of treasures in Dragon Quest Treasures|Treasure No. 228]] in the Armour 2 category and can be found on [[the Maneland]]. Their base value is 550,000 gold.
 


===''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''===
==In Other Languages==
The scholar's specs have a +15 wisdom bonus. They can be equipped by the [[Hero (Dragon Quest VII)|Hero]], [[Maribel]], [[Sir Mervyn]], and [[Aishe]]. Three pairs can be found in [[Gröndal]], Pomposo Bridge, and the Immigrant Town / [[the Haven]] in a chest requiring the [[Magic Key]].
{{OtherLanguages
|es=Gafas de erudito|es-meaning=Spanish for "scholar's glasses".
|fr=Lunettes d'érudit|fr-meaning=French for "scholar's spectacles".
|de=Gelehrtenbrille|de-meaning=German for "scholar's glasses".
|it=Occhiali da studioso|it-meaning=Italian for "scholar's glasses".
}}


===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
==Related items==
The scholar's specs have a +15 wisdom bonus and can be equipped by all characters. They can be purchased from [[Argonia]] once the Bazaar starts for 2,700 gold and sold for 1,350 gold. One pair can be found at the [[Holy Isle of Neos]]. They are also dropped rarely by [[Sea dragon]]s. Scholar's specs can also be used to make the [[scholar's cap]] in the [[Alchemy Pot]] by combining it with a [[magical hat]].
*[[Silver specs]]
* In the 3DS version, if [[Jessica]] wears the scholar's specs with the [[abiding blazer]], her appearance will change.
*[[Supernatural specs]]
*[[Wrecked specs]] (古びためがね ''Furubita megane'' "Spectacle" in PS1 version) ({{Dragon Quest VII}} - found in [[Estard]] castle at the beginning of the game)
*[[X-ray specs]]


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
<center><gallery>
Image:Scholars_specs.png|The scholar's specs from ''Dragon Quest VII''
Scholars_specs.png|The Scholar's specs from {{VII}}.
File:DQVIII abiding blazer.jpg|Jessica wearing the scholar's specs and abiding blazer
DQVIII abiding blazer.jpg|{{Jessica}} wearing the scholar's specs and [[abiding blazer]].
</gallery></center>
</gallery></center>
==References==
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[[Category:Dragon Quest III accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest III accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VII accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VII accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VIII accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VIII accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest XI accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes II accessories]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Treasures armour]]
[[fr:Lunettes d'érudit]]