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'''Kabuff''' is a recurring spell in the {{DQSeries}}. It increases the entire party's defence as opposed to the single-target [[Buff]].
'''Kabuff''' is a recurring spell in the {{DQSeries}}. It increases the entire party's {{Defence}} as opposed to the single-target [[Buff]].


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
==={{DQ2}}===
==={{DQ2}}===
Kabuff is learned by the [[Prince of Cannock]] at level 20.  In the original NES version, it increases defense by 12.5%, and by 50% in all other versions, and costs 2 MP to cast.
Kabuff is learned by the [[Prince of Cannock]] at level 20.  In the original {{NES}} version, it increases {{Defense}} by 12.5%, and by 50% in all other versions, and costs 2 {{MP}} to cast.


The enemies [[chasmonaut]], [[goregon]], [[magic marionette]], [[shaman]], [[sorcerer]], [[whackolyte]] and [[Wrecktor (Recurring)|wrecktor]], can use this spell on their allies.
The enemies [[chasmonaut]], [[goregon]], [[magic marionette]], [[shaman]], [[sorcerer]], [[whackolyte]] and [[Wrecktor (Recurring)|wrecktor]], can use this spell on their allies.


==={{DQ3}}===
==={{DQ3}}===
Both [[Mage]]s & [[Sage]]s learn the spell at level 9 It heightens the defense of everyone in the party by 50% and takes 4 MP to cast.
Both [[Mage]]s & [[Sage]]s learn the spell at level 9 It heightens the {{Defense}} of everyone in the {{Party 3}} by 50% and takes 4 {{MP}} to cast.


The enemies [[bag o' laughs]], [[crabber dabber doo]], [[king crab]], [[darth voodoo]], [[seaslime]], and [[wyrtoise]] can use this spell to buff their allies.
The enemies [[bag o' laughs]], [[crabber dabber doo]], [[king crab]], [[darth voodoo]], [[seaslime]], and [[wyrtoise]] can use this spell to buff their allies.


==={{DQ4}}===
==={{DQ4}}===
Kabuff is learned by [[Kiryl]] at level 14 and increases the party's defense by 100% for 4 MP in the NES version. In the remakes it lasts only 7~10 turns instead of the entire battle.
Kabuff is learned by [[Kiryl]] at level 14 and increases the {{Party 4}}'s defense by 100% for 4 {{MP}} in the {{NES}} version. In the remakes it lasts only 7~10 turns instead of the entire battle.


The enemies [[picuda]], [[Kirk Buzzer]], [[Psaro the Manslayer]] in its third form, and [[Foo Yung]] can use this spell on their allies.
The enemies [[picuda]], [[Kirk Buzzer]], [[Psaro the Manslayer]] in its third form, and [[Foo Yung]] can use this spell on their allies.


==={{DQ5}}===
==={{DQ5}}===
Kabuff is learned by a variety of characters and increases defense by 50% in the original SNES version and 25% in all subsequent releases. In all versions it costs 3 MP to cast.
Kabuff is learned by a variety of characters and increases {{Defense}} by 50% in the original {{SFC}} version and 25% in all subsequent releases. In all versions it costs 3 {{MP}} to cast.
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[[Prestidigitator]] and [[lazy eye]] use it as enemies.
[[Prestidigitator (Dragon Quest V)|Prestidigitator]] and [[lazy eye]] use it as enemies.


==={{DQ6}}===
==={{DQ6}}===
Kabuff is already known by [[Goober]] upon joining the party, and is learned by [[Milly]] at level 18, and by [[Goowain]] and [[Shelley]] at level 8. Other characters can learn it by advancing to rank 5 of the [[Priest]] vocation. It increases defense by 25% for 3 MP, with a cap of +200 points.
Kabuff is already known by [[Goober]] upon joining the {{Party 6}}, and is learned by [[Milly]] at level 18, and by [[Goowain]] and [[Shelley]] at level 8. Other characters can learn it by advancing to rank 5 of the [[Priest]] vocation. It increases {{Defense}} by 25% for 3 {{MP}}, with a cap of +200 points.


The enemies [[hermit pixie]], [[splutterfly]], [[annihilantern]], and [[seaslime]] can use this spell on their allies.
The enemies [[hermit pixie]], [[splutterfly]], [[annihilantern]], and [[seaslime]] can use this spell on their allies.


==={{DQ7}}===
==={{DQ7}}===
Kabuff has the same properties as in ''VI''. In the original PS1 version, Kabuff can be learned as a hybrid spell by rank 5 as a [[Priest|Cleric]] or [[Shepherd]] immediately after completing the other. It can also be learned by reaching rank 4 as a [[Jawtoise (vocation)|Jawtoise]] or rank 2 as a [[Rockbomb (vocation)|Rockbomb]].
Kabuff has the same properties as in {{VI}}. In the original {{PS1}} version, Kabuff can be learned as a hybrid spell by rank 5 as a [[Priest|Cleric]] or [[Shepherd]] immediately after completing the other. It can also be learned by reaching rank 4 as a [[Jawtoise (vocation)|Jawtoise]] or rank 2 as a [[Rockbomb (vocation)|Rockbomb]].
In the 3DS version, it is an advanced spell and can be learned by reaching rank 3 of the [[Armamentalist]], rank 4 of the [[Sage]], rank 2 of the [[Monster Master|Monster Masher]], rank 5 of the [[Champion]], and rank 1 of the [[Hero (vocation)|Hero]] vocations. It can be learned permanently if learned via a monster vocation.
 
In the {{3DS}} version, it is an advanced spell and can be learned by reaching rank 3 of the [[Armamentalist]], rank 4 of the [[Sage]], rank 2 of the [[Monster Master|Monster Masher]], rank 5 of the [[Champion]], and rank 1 of the {{Hero V}} vocations. It can be learned permanently if learned via a monster vocation.


It can be cast by the enemies [[Bronson]], [[magic marionette]], [[nut knight]], [[cavorting column]], [[mudraker]], [[picuda]], [[whackolyte]], and [[major disaster]].
It can be cast by the enemies [[Bronson]], [[magic marionette]], [[nut knight]], [[cavorting column]], [[mudraker]], [[picuda]], [[whackolyte]], and [[major disaster]].
==={{DQ7R}}===
Kabuff is learned by reaching rank 1 of the [[Paladin]] vocation, rank 3 of the [[Sage]], and rank 1 of the {{Hero V}}. It costs 6 MP and increases the party's defence by one stage for 5~7 turns.


==={{DQ8}}===
==={{DQ8}}===
Kabuff is learned by [[Angelo]] at level 14 and by [[Yangus]] after adding 42 points to his Humanity skill tree. It has the same properties as the previous two games, but now lasts for only 7~10 turns.
Kabuff is learned by [[Angelo]] at level 14 and by [[Yangus]] after adding 42 points to his Humanity skill tree. It has the same properties as the previous two games, but now lasts for only 7~10 turns.


It can be cast by [[Jum]], [[Iron scorpion]], [[War gryphon]], [[Blue fang]], and [[Dark turkey]], and by the Infamous Monsters [[Fletch]] and [[Scorpius]].
It can be cast by [[jum]], [[iron scorpion]], [[war gryphon]], [[blue fang]], and [[dark turkey]], and by the Infamous Monsters [[Fletch]] and [[Scorpius]].


==={{DQ9}}===
==={{DQ9}}===
Kabuff is learned by [[Paladin]]s at level 26 and [[Sage]]s at level 30. It costs 6 MP to cast, increases defense up to 50%, and lasts 7~10 turns.  
Kabuff is learned by [[Paladin]]s at level 26 and [[Sage]]s at level 30. It costs 6 {{MP}} to cast, increases {{Defense}} up to 100% when cast twice, and lasts 7~10 turns.  


==={{DQ10}}===
==={{DQ10}}===
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==={{DQ11}}===
==={{DQ11}}===
[[Serena (Dragon Quest XI)|Serena]] and [[Hendrik]] learn Kabuff at level 23 and 36, respectively, and with the spell needing 6 MP to cast. It will increase the party's defence by 50% for 4~6 turns. Kabuff can only be applied twice.
{{Serena 11}} and [[Hendrik]] learn Kabuff at level 23 and 36, respectively, and with the spell needing 6 {{MP}} to cast. It will increase the {{Party 11}}'s defence by 50% for 4~6 turns. Kabuff can only be applied twice.


==={{DQM}}===
==={{DQM}}===
Called Increase in this game, it is an upgraded form of [[Upper]]. Upper will grow into Increase when a monster reaches at least level 6 with at least 24 intelligence.
Called Increase in this game, it is an upgraded form of [[Buff|Upper]]. Upper will grow into Increase when a monster reaches at least level 6 with at least 24 {{Intelligence}}.


==={{DQM2}}===
==={{DQM2}}===
Increase now requires 44 intelligence to upgrade from [[Upper]].
Increase now requires 44 {{Intelligence}} to upgrade from [[Buff|Upper]].


==={{DQMJ}}===
==={{DQMJ}}===
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*[[Barricade]] (4 points)
*[[Barricade]] (4 points)
*[[Bolsterer]] (38 points)
*[[Bolsterer]] (38 points)
*[[Cluboon (skill) | Cluboon II]] (16 points)
*[[Cluboon (skill)|Cluboon II]] (16 points)
*[[Cure-all]] (20 points)
*[[Cure-all]] (20 points)
*[[Defender]] (27 points)
*[[Defender]] (27 points)
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==={{DQM3}}===
==={{DQM3}}===
Kabuff costs 4 MP and will raise the party's defence by 40%, plus 8 raw points applied after the percentage calculations, for 4~7 turns. It can be applied twice for a total 80% +16 boost to the party, and is learned through the [[Barricade]], [[Crag Virtuoso]], [[Cure-All]], [[Defender]], [[Fluffy]], [[Heavenly Herald]], [[Just Ruler]], [[Leading Light]], [[Malroth (Talent)|Malroth]], [[Materialist]], [[Protector]], [[Psaro the Manslayer (Talent)|Psaro the Manslayer]], [[Sage]], [[Smarty-Pants]], [[Strong Speller]], and [[Water Baby]] talents.
Kabuff costs 4 {{MP}} and will raise the party's {{Defence}} by 40%, plus 8 raw points applied after the percentage calculations, for 4~7 turns. It can be applied twice for a total 80% +16 boost to the party, and is learned through the [[Barricade]], [[Crag Virtuoso]], [[Cure-All]], [[Defender]], [[Fluffy]], [[Heavenly Herald]], [[Just Ruler]], [[Leading Light]], [[Malroth (Talent)|Malroth]], [[Materialist]], [[Protector]], [[Psaro the Manslayer (Talent)|Psaro the Manslayer]], [[Sage]], [[Smarty-Pants]], [[Strong Speller]], and [[Water Baby]] talents.


==={{DQH}}===
==={{DQH}}===
Kabuff can be learned by Kiryl for 3 skill points and costs 10 MP to cast, increasing the entire party's defence. It can be improved by learning the skill Kabuff Extender for 20 skill points, which makes the effect of Kabuff last even longer. A character who has been affected by Kabuff will have a green glow surrounding their body.
Kabuff can be learned by [[Kiryl]] for 3 skill points and costs 10 {{MP}} to cast, increasing the entire party's {{Defence}}. It can be improved by learning the skill Kabuff Extender for 20 skill points, which makes the effect of Kabuff last even longer. A character who has been affected by Kabuff will have a green glow surrounding their body.
* It is also possible for characters to gain a personal Kabuff effect for a short time with the skills '''Critical Cover''' or '''Last Stand'''. Critical Cover will activate if a character lands a critical hit and Last Stand activates when a character is low on HP.
*It is also possible for characters to gain a personal Kabuff effect for a short time with the skills '''Critical Cover''' or '''Last Stand'''. Critical Cover will activate if a character lands a [[Critical Hit]] and Last Stand activates when a character is low on {{HP}}.


==={{DQB2}}===
==={{DQB2}}===
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==={{DQTreasures}}===
==={{DQTreasures}}===
Kabuff costs 15 MP to cast and will temporarily boost the defence of all allies in battle. It is learned by[[emerald king slime]]s, [[hades condor]]s, [[icy dragling]]s, [[jade slime]]s, and [[orc king]]s.
Kabuff costs 15 {{MP}} to cast and will temporarily boost the defence of all allies in battle. It is learned by[[emerald king slime]]s, [[hades condor]]s, [[icy dragling]]s, [[jade slime]]s, and [[orc king]]s.


==={{DQR}}===
==={{DQRivals}}===
Kabuff is a playable card.
Kabuff is a playable card.


==={{DQTact}}===
==={{DQTact}}===
Kabuff is known naturally by [[emperor slime]] at level 1 and can be learned by [[hocus chimaera]] and [[seaslime]] at level 16, [[green glow]] at level 18, [[crabber dabber doo]] at level 22, [[jolly sasquash]] at level 26, [[hades condor]], [[magic marionette]], and [[whackolyte]] at level 32, [[devilmoth]] at level 42. It costs 24 MP to cast, has a range of 1-3 squares away from the caster and can be self-cast, increasing the DEF of the target and all allies in a 3x3 square for 3 turns.
Kabuff is known naturally by [[emperor slime]] at level 1 and can be learned by [[hocus chimaera]] and [[seaslime]] at level 16, [[green glow]] at level 18, [[crabber dabber doo]] at level 22, [[jolly sasquash]] at level 26, [[hades condor]], [[magic marionette]], and [[whackolyte]] at level 32, [[devilmoth]] at level 42. It costs 24 {MP}} to cast, has a range of 1-3 squares away from the caster and can be self-cast, increasing the {{DEF}} of the target and all allies in a 3x3 square for 3 turns.
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|range=[[Image:DQTact_Range3x3.png|48px]]<br>1-3 (incl. self)
|range=[[Image:DQTact_Range3x3.png|48px]]<br>1-3 (incl. self)
|status=[[Image:DQTact DEFUp.png]]<br>DEF Up
|status=[[Image:DQTact DEFUp.png]]<br>{{DEF}} Up
|description=Raises DEF of all allies in area of effect for 3 turns
|description=Raises {{DEF}} of all allies in area of effect for 3 turns
|monsters=Crabber dabber doo, Devilmoth, Emperor slime, Green glow, Hades condor, Hocus chimaera, Jolly sasquash, Magic marionette, Seaslime, Whackolyte
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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File:DQH Kabuff.jpg|Kiryl casting Kabuff in ''Dragon Quest Heroes''
DQH Kabuff.jpg|[[Kiryl]] casting Kabuff in {{Dragon Quest Heroes}}.
File:DQR Sukuruto.png|''Rivals'' card
DQR Sukuruto.png|{{Rivals}} card.
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{{DQSpells}}
{{DQSpells}}
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[[Category:Spells]]
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[[Category:Support spells]]
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[[Category:Dragon Quest VII spells]]
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[[Category:Dragon Quest VII Reimagined spells]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VIII spells]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VIII spells]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IX spells]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IX spells]]
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