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|romaji=Metaru kingu herumu | |romaji=Metaru kingu herumu | ||
|names = Metal King Helm | |names = Metal King Helm | ||
|games = {{Dragon Quest V}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VI}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VIII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest IX}}<br>{{Dragon Quest XI}} | |games = {{Dragon Quest V}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VI}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VIII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest IX}}<br>{{Dragon Quest XI}}<br>''[[Dragon Quest Swords]]'' | ||
|buy = n/a | |buy = n/a | ||
|sell = 10000 [[gold]] coins ({{VIII}}) | |sell = 10000 [[gold]] coins ({{VIII}}) | ||
|effect = Protects the wearer from status ailments | |effect = Protects the wearer from status ailments | ||
}} | }} | ||
The '''metal king helm''' is a recurring helmet in the {{DQSeries}}. It features an emblem of a [[ | The '''metal king helm''' is a recurring helmet in the {{DQSeries}}. It features an emblem of a [[metal king slime]] on the front. This helmet is frequently one of the most, if not the most, protective pieces of headwear in each game in terms of raw durability and frequently offers protection against various [[status effect]]s to the wearer. | ||
==Appearances== | ==Appearances== | ||
==={{DQ5}}=== | ==={{DQ5}}=== | ||
The metal king helm has a {{Defence}} bonus of +70. There is only a single one in the entire game, which can be found in a {{chest}} in [[Mt. Zugzwang]]. The {{Hero | The metal king helm has a {{Defence}} bonus of +70. There is only a single one in the entire game, which can be found in a {{chest}} in [[Mt. Zugzwang]]. The {{Hero 5}}, [[Bianca Whitaker]], {{Parry}}, [[Sancho]], and [[Tuppence]] can equip it, as well as many recruitable monsters. It can be sold for 22500 [[gold]] coins in the {{Super Famicom}} version, and 15000 [[gold]] coins in the remakes, though as it is the strongest helmet for many characters it is not recommended to sell it. | ||
==={{DQ6}}=== | ==={{DQ6}}=== | ||
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==={{DQ7}}=== | ==={{DQ7}}=== | ||
The | The metal king helm has a defence bonus of +60, a style bonus of +38 and the same status protection as in ''VI''. The {{Hero 7}}, [[Ruff]], [[Sir Mervyn]], and [[Aishe]] can equip it. It can be sold for 10,000 [[gold]] coins. | ||
==={{DQ8}}=== | ==={{DQ8}}=== | ||
The | The metal king helm has a defence bonus of +55. Every party member can wear it. It can be sold for 10,000 [[gold]] coins. Princess [[Minnie]] gives it to you when you give her 90 [[Mini medal]]s. Wearing it increases resistance to [[Fizzle]], [[Fuddle]], [[Snooze]], and [[Whack]]. | ||
==={{DQ9}}=== | ==={{DQ9}}=== | ||
In this game, the helmet, along with the other pieces of [[ | In this game, the helmet, along with the other pieces of [[metal king slime]] equipment, must be fully upgraded from their [[metal slime]] forms using [[Alchemy]]. | ||
{{DQIXEquipment | {{DQIXEquipment | ||
|header=[[File:DQIX_Metal_slime_helm.png]] | |header=[[File:DQIX_Metal_slime_helm.png]] | ||
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|price=NA/22,500 | |price=NA/22,500 | ||
|location=[[Krak Pot]] | |location=[[Krak Pot]] | ||
|i1=[[File:DQIX_Metal_slime_helm.png|link=Liquid metal helm]] | |i1=[[File:DQIX_Metal_slime_helm.png|link=Liquid metal helm]]<br>Liquid metal helm | ||
|i2=[[File:OrichalcumIXicon.png|link=Orichalcum]] | |i2=[[File:OrichalcumIXicon.png|link=Orichalcum]]<br>Orichalcum | ||
|i3=[[File:DQIX_Slime_crown.png|link= | |i3=[[File:DQIX_Slime_crown.png|link=Slime crown]]<br>Slime crown | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|rarity=<big><big>S</big></big> | |rarity=<big><big>S</big></big> | ||
|stats=Defence +63/66/70/74 | |stats=Defence +63/66/70/74 | ||
|notes=+20% Fizzle, Snooze, & Whack resistance<br> | |notes=+20% Fizzle, Snooze, & Whack resistance<br> | ||
|price=1,000,000 casino tokens | |price=1,000,000 casino tokens | ||
|location=[[Octagonia]] casino, act 3 | |location=Sold in:<br>[[Octagonia]] casino, act 3<br>Dropped by:<br>[[Red giant]]s (1/256) | ||
|diff=N/A | |diff=N/A | ||
|i1=N/A | |i1=N/A | ||
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==={{DQSwords}}=== | ==={{DQSwords}}=== | ||
The helm increases defence of the {{Hero Swords}} by +50 and is a [[Lucky Bag]] item drop from the [[King Latem]] in the [[Olde Reflectory]]. | The helm increases defence of the {{Hero Swords}} by +50 and is a [[Lucky Bag]] item drop from the [[King Latem]] in the [[Olde Reflectory]]. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
*[[Metal slime helm]] | |||
*[[Liquid metal helm]] | |||
*[[Metal king sword]] | *[[Metal king sword]] | ||
*[[Metal king spear]] | *[[Metal king spear]] | ||
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Terry_Metal_King_Helm.png|''VI'' artwork, worn by Terry | Terry_Metal_King_Helm.png|''VI'' artwork, worn by Terry | ||
Metal king helm VII artwork.png|''VII'' artwork | Metal king helm VII artwork.png|''VII'' artwork | ||
Image:DQVIII Metal King Equipment.jpg|The hero wearing the metal king armour and helmet in the 3DS version of ''Dragon Quest VIII'' | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
Latest revision as of 16:12, 2 September 2025
| Metal king helm | |
|---|---|
| Japanese | メタルキングヘルム |
| Romaji | Metaru kingu herumu |
| Old localizations | Metal King Helm |
| Found in | Dragon Quest V Dragon Quest VI Dragon Quest VII Dragon Quest VIII Dragon Quest IX Dragon Quest XI Dragon Quest Swords |
| Effect | Protects the wearer from status ailments |
The metal king helm is a recurring helmet in the Dragon Quest series. It features an emblem of a metal king slime on the front. This helmet is frequently one of the most, if not the most, protective pieces of headwear in each game in terms of raw durability and frequently offers protection against various status effects to the wearer.
Appearances[edit]
Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride[edit]
The metal king helm has a Defence bonus of +70. There is only a single one in the entire game, which can be found in a chest in Mt. Zugzwang. The Hero, Bianca Whitaker, Parry, Sancho, and Tuppence can equip it, as well as many recruitable monsters. It can be sold for 22500 gold coins in the Super Famicom version, and 15000 gold coins in the remakes, though as it is the strongest helmet for many characters it is not recommended to sell it.
Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation[edit]
The metal king helm has a defence bonus of +70 and a Style bonus of +38. Wearing it also protects from status and instant death attacks. The Hero, Carver, Amos, Terry, Lizzie, and all slime allies can equip it. Loss leaders have a 1/256 chance of dropping it. It is obtained from Medford's Manor after turning in 70 Mini medals.
Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past[edit]
The metal king helm has a defence bonus of +60, a style bonus of +38 and the same status protection as in VI. The Hero, Ruff, Sir Mervyn, and Aishe can equip it. It can be sold for 10,000 gold coins.
Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King[edit]
The metal king helm has a defence bonus of +55. Every party member can wear it. It can be sold for 10,000 gold coins. Princess Minnie gives it to you when you give her 90 Mini medals. Wearing it increases resistance to Fizzle, Fuddle, Snooze, and Whack.
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies[edit]
In this game, the helmet, along with the other pieces of metal king slime equipment, must be fully upgraded from their metal slime forms using Alchemy.
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| Description | ||||
| High-class headgear in which sits the soul of a metal king slime | ||||
| Rarity | Stats | Vocations | ||
| ★★★★☆ | Defence +41 Charm +48 |
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| Notes | ||||
| +25% Fizzle, Snooze, & Whack resistance | ||||
| Price | Location | |||
| NA/22,500 | Krak Pot | |||
| Ingredient 1 | Ingredient 2 | Ingredient 3 | ||
![]() Liquid metal helm |
Orichalcum |
![]() Slime crown |
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Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age[edit]
| Description | ||||
| Headgear of the highest possible standard in which dwells the soul of a metal king slime | ||||
| Rarity | ||||
| S | ||||
| Stats with forge buffs | ||||
| Defence +63/66/70/74 | ||||
| Notes | ||||
| +20% Fizzle, Snooze, & Whack resistance |
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| Price | Location | |||
| 1,000,000 casino tokens | Sold in: Octagonia casino, act 3 Dropped by: Red giants (1/256) |
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| Forging difficulty | ||||
| N/A | ||||
| Ingredients | ||||
| N/A | ||||
| Characters | ||||
Dragon Quest Swords: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors[edit]
The helm increases defence of the Hero by +50 and is a Lucky Bag item drop from the King Latem in the Olde Reflectory.
See also[edit]
- Metal slime helm
- Liquid metal helm
- Metal king sword
- Metal king spear
- Metal king armour
- Metal king shield
- Metal king slime boots
- Metal king slime gloves


