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The '''Hacksaurus''' is a recurring monster in the {{DQSeries}}. Introduced in {{DQ6}}, they are depicted as a mix between a tyrannosaurid dinosaur and a traditional European dragon wielding a broad axe.

Hacksauri are powerful members of the dragon family, introduced in ''VI'' as one of the strongest end-game enemy types. Though later titles would have the species trade positions with the Tyrantosaurus monsters, the Hacksaurus is still considered by most players to be a dangerous foe when first encountered. As demonstrated in the [[Arkbolt]] cave, the species exhibits r-type reproductive strategy, with the mother only watching over her offspring until their eggs hatch. Also of note, said eggs will hatch into [[Diethon (DQVI)|Diethon]]s when examined by the player. Though this is likely due to game difficulty balancing more than anything, it could suggest a metamorphic relationship between the two types of monsters in a similar to the fan-perceived relationship between [[Small fry|Small Fries]] and [[Great dragon]]s.

Interestingly, the species has made a name for itself by being one of the most easily [[Monster recruitment|recuritable]] members of the [[Dragon family]]. This precedent was set by [[Lizzie]], the very first Hacksaurus introduced in the series and the most popular monstrous companion in the series, outside of the slime family. This theme was reinforced in ''VIII'' by Hackzilla, one of the first infamous monsters (on-screen encounter) new players will stumble upon in the [[Sony PlayStation#PlayStation 2|PS2 Version]], and by the fact that the species is present in every title that has monster taming.

Taking this into consideration, it can be assumed that Hacksauri have a high regard for physical strength, and will respect anyone who bests them in battle. This notion was picked up by Koei-Tecmo when developing the first ''Heroes'' spin-off, and wrote it into the monster's description.

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Hacksaurus appears as the boss of the [[DLC Tablets]] "Here be Dragons" and "Scary Lair" in the [[Nintendo 3DS]] version of the game.

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While a normal hacksaurus won't be encountered until the player reaches the Royal Hunting Grounds, it is possible to run into a special roaming one near [[Farebury]] at the very start of the game. It is ill-advised to fight this hacksaurus until much later on since she can easily wipe out a low-level party using its fire breath and falcon slash techniques, though having a monster team will enable one to recruit the powerful monster after defeating it.

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The Hacksaurus is a Rank C monster in this game.

The Hacksaurus is a Rank C monster in this game.

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|fieldNotes=Reptilian rogues who like nothing more than to flambé foes with blazing breath and then cut them into cubes.<br/>They're known to admire enemies deft enough to defeat them, and are often found fighting for former foes.

|item=Dragon horn, Dragon hide

|locations=Grannet (Captain), Pinnacle of Light (Recruit), Pinnacle of Light (Captain), Sylvea (Hero), The Lion's Den (Showdown: Feral Feline)

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|fieldNotes=Reptilian rogues who like nothing more than to flambé foes with blazing breath and then cut them into cubes.<br/>They're known to admire enemies deft enough to defeat them, and are often found fighting for former foes.

|item=Small scale, Titan belt

|locations=Redrock Ravine

Image:Hacksaurus DQM GBC.png|DQM 1 sprite

Image:Hacksaurus DQM2 GBC.png|DQM 2 sprite

File:Hacksaurus psx.gif|DQM I & II sprite

Image:Hacksaurus DQMCH GBA.png|Caravan Heart sprite

Image:Hacksaurus DQMJ DS.png|Joker 1 model

File:Hacksaurus Joker 2.png|Joker 2 model

Image:Terry vs lizzie.jpg|Terry confronting Lizzie

Image:DQHRS T-Rax.png|T-Rax tank in ''[[Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime|Rocket Slime]]''

File:Hacksaurus VII 3DS.png|Appearing in VII's [[Big Book of Beasts]] in the remake

[[Category:Dragon Quest Swords enemies]]

[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2 Pro enemies]]