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<center><small>'''Envelops a group of enemies in illusions.'''<br>(Nintendo DS version of ''Dragon Quest IV''.)</small></center>
<center><small>'''Envelops a group of enemies in illusions.'''<br>([[Nintendo DS]] version of {{Dragon Quest IV}}.)</small></center>
{{Spell Infobox
{{Spell Infobox
|title = Dazzle
|title = Dazzle
|image = [[image:DQ3 Spell Dazzle.png|170px]]
|image = [[File:DQ3 Spell Dazzle.png|170px]]
|japanese = マヌーサ
|japanese = マヌーサ
|romaji = Manuusa
|romaji = Manūsa
|type = Debilitating
|type = Debilitating
|old=Surround
|old=Surround
}}
}}
'''Dazzle''' is a recurring spell in the [[Dragon Quest (series)|''Dragon Quest'' series]]. It attempts to fool a group of enemies with illusions of party members surrounding the enemy's target, reducing their accuracy to {{fraction|3|8}} (37.5%). Introduced in ''[[Dragon Quest II]]'', it typically associated with [[Priest]]-like characters but has also been learned by [[Mage|Magi]] in certain titles. The spell typically has a 100% success rate, barring enemy resistance.
 
'''Dazzle''' is a recurring spell in the {{DQSeries}}.
 
It attempts to fool a group of enemies with illusions of [[party]] members surrounding the enemy's target, reducing their accuracy to 3/8ths (37.5%).
 
Introduced in {{Dragon Quest II}}, it typically associated with [[Priest]]-like characters but has also been learned by [[Mage]]s in certain titles. The spell typically has a 100% success rate, barring enemy resistance.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===''[[Dragon Quest II]]''===
==={{DQ2}}===
The [[Princess of Moonbrooke|Princess]] of [[Moonbrooke]] learns Dazzle at level 6 in all versions of ''DQII'' and can cast the spell for a mere 2 MP.
The [[Princess of Moonbrooke|Princess]] of [[Moonbrooke]] learns Dazzle at level 6 in all versions of {{II}} and can cast the spell for a mere 2 {{MP}}.
 
In the original {{NES}} version of {{II}}, Dazzle will only reduce accuracy by '''25%'''. This flaw has been remedied in all subsequent versions, being increased to 50%.
 
The enemies [[brainy badboon]], [[corpse corporal]], [[eyelasher]], [[goregon]], [[liquid metal slime]] and [[miasma]] can use this spell against the {{Party 2}}.
 
==={{DQ3}}===
[[Priest]]s learn Dazzle at level 7 and it costs them 4 {{MP}}.
 
The enemies [[bag o' laughs]], [[goodybag]], [[batterfly]], [[betterfly]], [[rottenweiler]], [[ghoul]], [[lump mage]], and [[overtoad]] can use this spell against the {{Party 3}}.


In the original NES version of ''II'', Dazzle will only reduce accuracy by '''25%'''. This flaw has been remedied in all subsequent versions, being increased to 50%.
==={{DQ3HD}}===
Dazzle is learned by Priests and Sages at level 3. It drops a monster's accuracy to 50% for 2~3 turns, and has a 2/3rds chance to succeed before resistance is applied.


===''[[Dragon Quest III]]''===
==={{DQ4}}===
[[Priest|Priests]] learn Dazzle at level 7 and it costs them 4 MP.
[[Kiryl]] learns Dazzle at Level 6, and [[Orifiela]] joins the {{Party 4}} already knowing the spell.


===''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''===
The enemies [[pickayune]], [[frolicker]], [[dangler fish]], [[red dragon (Biped)|red dragon]], and [[platinum king jewel]] (in the remakes) can use this spell against the {{Party 4}}.
[[Kiryl]] learns Dazzle at Level 6, and [[Orifiela]] joins the party already knowing the spell.


===''[[Dragon Quest V]]''===
==={{DQ5}}===
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[[Eyepod]], [[hocus chimaera]], [[sootbonce]], [[mental pitcher]] and [[quadrahead]] use it only as enemies.
==={{DQ6}}===
Dazzle is already known by [[Ashlynn]] upon joining the {{Party 6}}, and learned by [[Milly]] at level 6. Other characters can learn this spell by advancing to rank 2 of the [[Mage]] vocation.
The enemies [[aristobat]], [[Damselfly (DQVI)|damselfly]], [[octavian sentry]], and [[mechalomaniac]] use this spell against the {{Party 6}}.
==={{DQ7}}===
The [[Draguar (vocation)|draguar]] will learn Dazzle at the second rank after 16 battles. The [[Mage]] learns it at the sixth tier after 105 battles. [[Maribel Mayde]] learns it at level 11. It costs 5 {{MP}} to cast.


===''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''===
It can be cast by the enemies [[clawcerer]], [[damned well]], [[hocus porcus]], [[numpton]], [[winged sabrecat]], and [[platinum king jewel]]
Dazzle is already known by [[Ashlynn]] upon joining the party, and learned by [[Milly]] at level 6. Other characters can learn this spell by advancing to rank 2 of the [[Mage]] vocation.


===''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''===
==={{DQ8}}===
The [[Draguar (Vocation)|Draguar]] can use Surround at the second tier after 16 battles. The Mage learns it at the sixth tier after 105 battles. [[Maribel]] learns it at level 11. It costs 3 MP to cast.
[[Angelo]] learns Dazzle after investing 3 points into his Staff skill tree. It costs him 5 {{MP}} to cast and affects one group of enemies.


===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
It can be cast by the enemies [[Lump mage]], [[Puppeteer]], [[Puppet master]], [[Killer moth]], [[Dark star]], and [[Unholy bishop]], and by the Infamous Monsters [[Dolldrums]], [[Moppet]], and [[Ziggy]].
[[Angelo]] learns Dazzle after investing 3 points into his Staff skill tree. It costs him 5 MP to cast and affects one group of enemies.  


===''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''===
==={{DQ9}}===
Dazzle is learned by [[Armamentalist|Armamentalists]] at level 2. It costs 5 MP to cast, and has a base accuracy of 75%. Once the caster's magical might reaches 50, the spell will gradually become more accurate. Once the stat reaches 500, the spell have a base accuracy of 100%.
Dazzle is learned by [[Armamentalist]]s at level 2. It costs 5 {{MP}} to cast, and has a base accuracy of 75%. Once the caster's {{Magical Might}} reaches 50, the spell will gradually become more accurate. Once the stat reaches 500, the spell have a base accuracy of 100%.


==={{DQ10}}===
==={{DQ10}}===
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Dazzle can be learned by [[Ranger]]s at level 29 and costs 3 {{MP}} to cast. It will envelop the target and any surrounding enemies in illusions for a short time. If the caster's {{Magical Might}} or {{Magical Mending}} is 100 or more, it has a higher chance of working.


==={{DQ11}}===
==={{DQ11}}===
Dazzle now only costs 3 MP to cast, and is already mastered by [[Serena (Dragon Quest XI)|Serena]] and [[Rab]] by the time they join the party.
Dazzle now only costs 3 {{MP}} to cast, and is already mastered by {{Serena 11}} and [[Rab]] by the time they join the {{Party 11}}.


==={{DQM}}===
==={{DQM}}===
Called Surround in this game, it requires the monster to reach at least level 10, with at least 70 HP, and 70 agility. It is naturally learned by the [[Babble]] and [[FairyDrak]], among others.
Called Surround in this game, it requires the {{MFamilies}} to reach at least level 10, with at least 70 {{HP}}, and 70 {{Agility}}. It is naturally learned by the [[Rashaverak|Andreal]], [[Bubble slime|Babble]], [[Batterfly|Butterfly]], [[Damselfly (DQVI)|FairyDrak]], [[Mousenap|FairyRat]], [[Madusa|MedusaEye]], [[MistyWing]], [[Night emperor|NoctoKing]], [[Bludgerigar|Picky]] and [[Pocus poppet|Voodoll]].


==={{DQM2}}===
==={{DQM2}}===
Surround now requires 47 MP and 74 intelligence instead of the previous requirements.
Surround now requires 47 {{MP}} and 74 {{Intelligence}} instead of the previous requirements. It is naturally learned by the [[Dangler fish|Angleron]], [[Meowgician|CatMage]] and [[Inverzon]]. It is no longer naturally learned by the [[MistyWing]].
 
==={{DQMCH}}===
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==={{DQMJ}}===
Dazzle can be learned from:
*[[Hawkhart (skill)|Hawkhart]] (48 points)
*[[Hawkhart (skill)|Hawkhart II]] (10 points)
*[[Hypnotist]] (12 points)
*[[Rhapthorne (skill)|Rhapthorne II]] (4 points)
*[[Über Charmer]] (45 points)
 
==={{DQMJ2}}===
Dazzle can be learned from all the skills it could be previously, as well as from [[Canzar (skill)|Canzar]] for 6 points.
 
==={{DQM3D}}===
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===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2]]''===
==={{DQM23D}}===
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==={{DQMJ3}}===
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==={{DQM3}}===
Dazzle costs 3 MP and reduces all enemies' accuracy to 3/8ths for 2~5 turns, with a base success chance of 60% and a maximum of 80% at 3,999 [[wisdom]]. It is learned through the [[Charmer (Talent)|Charmer]], [[Doomsayer]], [[Grump]], [[Nature Child]], [[Nuisance]], [[Prankster]], [[Scruffy (Talent)|Scruffy]], and [[Sleep Counsellor]] talents.
==={{DQH}}===
Dazzle is an enemy-only spell that can be cast by [[goodybag]]s and [[zombie gladiator]]s. It creates a magic circle on the ground that will envelop any character that steps inside of it in illusions, making all of their physical attacks completely miss for a short time.
==={{DQTreasures}}===
Dazzle is learned only by [[drackolyte]]s and costs 10 {{MP}} to cast.
==={{DQTact}}===
Dazzle is known naturally by [[bag o' laughs]], [[foebergine]], and [[killer moth]] at level 1 and can be learned by [[jailcat]] at level 16. It costs 8 {{MP}} to cast, has a range of three squares away from the caster in any direction, and can blind a single enemy. It can also be taught to any unit by using an ability scroll, which is earned as a reward for completing stage 7 of the [[great sabrecub]]'s Battle Road.
{{DQTactSkill
|name=Dazzle
|kanji=マヌーサ
|romanji=Manūsa
|type=Spell
|role=Debuff
|element=[[Image:DQTact Non-elemental.png|48px]]
|mp=8
|range=[[Image:DQTact_Range1.png|48px]]<br>3
|status=[[Image:DQTact_Blind.png]]<br>Blind
|description=Occasionally blinds 1 enemy
|monsters=[[Bag o' laughs]], [[Foebergine]], [[Jailcat]], [[Killer moth]]
}}
==Other Languages==
{{OtherLanguages
|es=Engaño Ilusorio|es-meaning=Literally ''illusory deception''.
|fr=Illusion|fr-meaning=Derived from the Latin ''illūdō''. A false appearance or deceptive impression of reality.
|de=Fata Morgana|de-meaning=A type of optical illusion caused by temperature inversion. Borrowed from the Italian name for Morgan le Fay, a witch from Arthurian legends who was King Arthur's half-sister.
|it=Illusyo|it-meaning=Derived from the Latin ''illūdō''.
}}
{{clear}}


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