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{{Item
{{Item
|title=Power shield
|title=''Power shield''
|image=[[File:DVIIIPowerShield.png|250px]]
|image=[[File:DVIIIPowerShield.png|250px]]
|japanese={{tt|ちからのたて|Chikara no tate}}
|japanese={{tt|ちからのたて|Power shield}}
|romaji=Chikara no tate
|names=Shield of Strength<br>Heal shield
|names=Shield of Strength<br>Heal shield
|buy=Various, see article.
|buy=Various, see article.
|sell=Various, see article
|sell=Various, see article
|games=''[[Dragon Quest II]]''<br/>''[[Dragon Quest III]]''<br/>''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''<br/>''[[Dragon Quest V]]''<br/>''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''<br/>''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''<br/>''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''<br/>''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''<br/>''[[Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below]]''
|games={{Dragon Quest II}}<br/>{{DQ2HD}}<br>{{Dragon Quest III}}<br/>{{DQ3HD}}<br>{{Dragon Quest IV}}<br/>{{Dragon Quest V}}<br/>{{Dragon Quest VI}}<br/>{{Dragon Quest VII}}<br/>{{Dragon Quest VIII}}<br/>{{Dragon Quest IX}}<br/>{{Dragon Quest Heroes}}<br>{{DQB2}}
|effect=Casts [[Midheal]] on the wielder.
|effect=Casts [[Midheal]] on the wielder.
}}
}}


{{quote|style=1|quote=A shield that restores some of the user's HP when used as an item in battle.|source=Description of the Power shield in ''Dragon Quest VIII''|console=PS2, 3DS}}
{{quote|style=1|quote=A shield that restores some of the user's {{HP}} when used as an item in battle.|source=Description of the Power shield in {{Dragon Quest VIII}}|console={{PS2}}, {{3DS}}}}


The '''power shield''' is a recurring shield in the ''[[Dragon Quest (series)|Dragon Quest]]'' series. It is a high-level shield that can cast [[Midheal]] on oneself when used as a tool in combat.
The '''Power shield''' is a recurring shield in the {{DQSeries}}. It is a high-level shield that can cast [[Midheal]] on oneself when used as a tool in combat.


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
The design of the power shield has stayed very consistent throughout all games it has appeared. It is a round shield with golden edges and a blue gem in its center surrounded by silver. The silver section in the center of the shield has four bird insignias in each cardinal direction, as well as four smaller insignias between each one. Within the gold outer edges of the shield, there is another section with alternating studs and lined ridges that encircle the layer. The inner section of the shield was the same golden color as the outer edge of the shield in earlier games, but in later games it is bronze.
The design of the Power shield has stayed very consistent throughout all games it has appeared. It is a round shield with golden edges and a blue gem in its center surrounded by silver. The silver section in the center of the shield has four bird insignias in each cardinal direction, as well as four smaller insignias between each one. Within the gold outer edges of the shield, there is another section with alternating studs and lined ridges that encircle the layer. The inner section of the shield was the same golden color as the outer edge of the shield in earlier games, but in later games it is bronze.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===''[[Dragon Quest II]]''===
==={{DQ2}}===
The power shield has a defense bonus of +18. It can be equipped by the [[Hero (Dragon Quest II)|Hero]] and the Prince of Cannock, but anyone can use it in battle to cast Midheal. The shield can be purchased in [[Beran]], [[Slewse]], and [[Burrowell]] for 21,500 gold and sold for 16,125 gold. It is the strongest shield that the Prince of Cannock can equip.
{{Descriptions
|DQ2=A shield sanctified by the spirits of the soil.<ref>[[Cell phone|Mobile, Android and iOS]] versions</ref>
}}
The Power shield has a defense bonus of +18. It can be equipped by the {{Hero 2}}  and the [[Prince of Cannock]], but anyone can use it in battle to cast [[Midheal]]. The shield can be purchased in [[Beran]], [[Slewse]], and [[Burrowell]] for 21,500 {{Gold}} and sold for 16,125 {{Gold}}. It is the strongest shield that the [[Prince of Cannock]] can equip.


===''[[Dragon Quest III]]''===
==={{DQ2HD}}===
The power shield has a defense bonus of +40 (+50 in the remakes) and can only be equipped by the [[Hero (Dragon Quest III)|Hero]] or [[Warrior]]s. It can be purchased in [[Damdara]] for 15,000 gold and sold for 11,250 gold.
{{DQIIHDEquipment
|header=[[File:Power shield III HD icon.png]]
|name=<big>Power shield</big>
|kanji=ちからのたて
|description=A special shield that can heal an ally's wounds when used as an item in battle
|stats={{Defence}} +76
|scion=[[File:Prince of Midenhall sprite I & II HD2D.png|60px|link=Hero (Dragon Quest II))]][[File:Prince of Cannock sprite I & II HD2D.png|50px|link=Prince of Cannock]][[File:Princess of Cannock sprite I & II HD2D.png|50px|link=Princess of Cannock]]
|notes=Casts [[Midheal]] when used
|price=32,000 {{Gold}}/12,800 {{Gold}}
|location=Sold in:<br>[[Beran]], travelling merchant
}}


===''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''===
==={{DQ3}}===
The power shield has a defense bonus of +40. [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|The Hero]], [[Torneko]], [[Ragnar]], and [[Kiryl]] can equip it. It can be purchased in [[El_Forado|El Forado]] for 13,000 gold and sold for 9,750 gold. Casts midheal when used as an item in battle.
The Power shield has a {{Defense}} bonus of +40 (+50 in the remakes) and can only be equipped by the {{Hero 3}} or [[Warrior]]s. It can be purchased in [[Damdara]] for 15,000 {{Gold}} and sold for 11,250 {{Gold}}.


===''[[Dragon Quest V]]''===
==={{DQ3HD}}===
The power shield has a defense bonus of +45. [[Hero (Dragon Quest V)|The Hero]], [[Parry]], [[Blizzybody (Recruit)|Blizzybody]], and [[Conkuistador (Recruit)|Conkuistador]] can equip it. It can be bought in [[Faerie Lea]] for 25,000 gold, but only during the third generation.
{{DQIIIHDEquipment
|header=[[File:Power shield III HD icon.png]]
|name=<big>Power shield</big>
|kanji=ちからのたて
|description=A special shield that can heal an ally's wounds when used as an item in battle
|stats={{Defence}} +76
|vocation=[[File:Hero iconHD2D.png|50px|link= Hero (Dragon Quest III)]][[File:Merchant iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Merchant]][[File:Monster wrangler iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Monster wrangler]][[File:Warrior iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Warrior]]
|notes=Casts [[Midheal]] when used as an item
|price=32,000 {{}}/8,320 {{Gold}}
|location=Sold in:<br>[[Damdara]]
}}


===''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''===
==={{DQ4}}===
The power shield has a defense bonus of +45, a style bonus of +33, and can be equipped by [[Hero (Dragon Quest VI)|The Hero]], [[Carver]], [[Terry]], [[Amos]], and the slime buddies can equip it.
The Power shield has a {{Defense}} bonus of +40. The {{Hero 3}}, [[Torneko Taloon]], [[Ragnar McRyan]], and [[Kiryl]] can equip it. It can be purchased in [[El Forado]] for 13,000 {{Gold}} and sold for 9,750 {{Gold}}. Casts [[Midheal]] when used as an item in battle.
It is found in both the [[Somnia Well]] & the second half of the [[Fungeon (Dragon Quest VI)|Fungeon]].


The enemies [[Ne'er-Do-Well]] and [[Bad karmour]] can use it in battle.
==={{DQ5}}===
The Power shield has a {{Defense}} bonus of +45. The {{Hero 5}}, {{Parry}} and several monster companions can equip it. It can be bought in [[Faerie Lea]] and [[Precaria]] for 25,000 {{Gold}}, but only during the third generation.


===''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''===
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The power shield has a defense bonus of +40 and a style bonus of +33. It can be equipped by the [[Hero (Dragon Quest VII)|Hero]], [[Maribel]], [[Kiefer]], [[Ruff]], and [[Aishe]] and can be purchased on the [[Sea Dragon (sailing vessel)|Sea Dragon]] and the [[Divine Shrine]] for 25,000 gold and sold for 12,500 gold.
!style="background:#77479B; color: white;"|Can be equipped by
|-
|{{Madason}}
|-
|{{Parry}}
|-
|{{Slime knight R}}
|-
|{{Restless armour R}}
|-
|{{Conkuistador R}}
|-
|{{Blizzybody R}}
|-
|{{Warhog R}}
|-
|{{Moosifer R}}
|-
|{{Pip fighter R}}
|}


===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
==={{DQ6}}===
The power shield has a defense bonus of +38 and reduces breath damage by 10. It can be equipped by the [[Hero (Dragon Quest VIII)|Hero]], [[Yangus]], or [[Angelo]] and sold for 9,000 gold. The shield is sold in [[Tryan Gully]] and can be made in the [[Alchemy Pot]]. Recipe: [[Magic shield]] + [[Strength ring]] + [[Cured cheese]].
The Power shield has a {{Defense}} bonus of +45, a style bonus of +33, and can be equipped by The {{Hero 6}}, [[Carver]], [[Terry]], [[Amos]], and the slime buddies can equip it.
It is found in both the [[Somnia Well]] & the second half of the {{Fungeon 6}}.


===''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''===
The enemies [[Ne'er-do-well]] and [[Bad karmour]] can use it in battle.
{{Equipment|header|image=Power shield.png|name=Power shield|console=DS}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Defence|modifier=+27}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Block Chance|modifier=+4.0%}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Style|modifier=+27}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★☆☆☆☆}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Recipe|modifier=[[Warrior's shield]] + [[Raging ruby]] + [[Panacea]].}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=17,000|sellPrice=8,500|equipableBy=[[Warrior]], [[Priest]], [[Mage]], [[Minstrel]], [[Paladin]], [[Armamentalist]], [[Sage]], [[Luminary]], Omnivocational Shieldmaster
{{Equipment|stat|name=Class|modifier=Shield}}
|flavor=A shield that bolsters its bearer's HP if used as an item in battle.
|notes=Reduces damage taken from fire and ice attacks by 5%.<br>Casts [[Midheal]] when used as a tool in battle.}}


{{Equipment|header|image=Power shield.png|name=Empowered shield|console=DS}}
==={{DQ7}}===
{{Equipment|stat|name=Defence|modifier=+29}}
The Power shield has a {{Defense}} bonus of +40 and a {{Style}} bonus of +33. It can be equipped by the {{Hero 7}}, [[Maribel Mayde]], [[Kiefer]], [[Ruff]], and [[Aishe]] and can be purchased on the [[Sea Dragon (sailing vessel)|Sea Dragon]] and the [[Divine Shrine]] for 25,000 {{Gold}} and sold for 12,500 {{Gold}}.
{{Equipment|stat|name=Block Chance|modifier=+4.5%}}
 
{{Equipment|stat|name=Style|modifier=+31}}
==={{DQ8}}===
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★★☆☆☆}}
The Power shield has a defense bonus of +38 and reduces breath damage by 10. It can be equipped by the {{Hero 8}}, [[Yangus]], or [[Angelo]] and is sold in [[Tryan Gully]] for 18,000 {{Gold}}.
{{Equipment|stat|name=Recipe|modifier=Power shield + [[Life bracer]] x2}}
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=N/a|sellPrice=13,750|equipableBy=[[Warrior]], [[Priest]], [[Mage]], [[Minstrel]], [[Paladin]], [[Armamentalist]], [[Sage]], [[Luminary]], Omnivocational Shieldmaster
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Power shield.png|link=Power shield]]<br>Power shield
{{Equipment|stat|name=Class|modifier=Shield}}
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Magic shield PS2.png]]<br>[[Magic shield]]
|flavor=A big shield that bolsters its bearer's HP if used in battle.
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Strength ring.png|link=Strength ring]]<br>[[Strength ring]]
|notes=Reduces damage taken from fire and ice attacks by 5%.<br>Casts Midheal when used as a tool in battle.}}
|i3=[[Image:DQVIII Cured cheese.png|link=List of cheeses in Dragon Quest VIII#Cured cheese]]<br>{{Cured cheese}}
}}
 
==={{DQ9}}===
{{DQIXEquipment
|header=[[Image:Power shield.png]]
|name=Powered shield
|kanji=ちからのたて
|icon=[[Image:DQIX Power shield.png]]
|description=A shield that bolsters its bearer's HP if used as an item in battle.
|rarity=★★☆☆☆
|stats=Defence +27<br>Block Chance +4.0%
|vocation=[[File:IXarmamentalisticon.png|link=Armamentalist]][[File:IXluminaryicon.png|link=Luminary (vocation)]][[File:IXmageicon.png|link=Mage]][[File:IXminstrelicon.png|link=Minstrel]]<br>[[File:IXPaladinicon.png|link=Paladin]][[File:IXpriesticon.png|link=Priest]][[File:IXsageicon.png|link=Sage]][[File:IXwarrioricon.png|link=Warrior]]
|notes=-5% Fire & Ice damage<br>Restores 75-94 HP to the wielder when used as a tool in battle
|price=17,000 /8,500
|location=Sold in:<br>[[Dourbridge]]<br>[[Upover]]
|i1=[[File:Warriors shield.png|link=Warrior's shield]]<br>Warrior's shield
|i2=[[File:Raging ruby DQIX icon.png|link=Raging ruby]]<br>Raging ruby
|i3=[[File:Panacea DQIX icon.png|link=Panacea]]<br>Panacea
}}
The power shield upgrades into the [[empowered shield]] when combined with two [[life bracer]]s.


==={{DQH}}===
==={{DQH}}===
The power shield has a defence bonus of +15 and has a 2% chance of occasionally restoring the wielder's HP. It can only be equipped by [[Aurora]], can be purchased after the events at Grannet for 4,500 gold, and sold for 2,250 gold.
==Description==
{{Descriptions
{{Descriptions
|DQ2=A shield sanctified by the spirits of the soil.<ref>Mobile, Android and iOS versions</ref>
|DQ4=Can also be used as a tool during battle.<ref name="auto">Mobile, Android, iOS and Nintendo DS version</ref>
|DQ5=Can also be used as a tool during battle.<ref name="auto"/>
|DQH=Wield this shield, and be showered with power.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions</ref>
|DQH=Wield this shield, and be showered with power.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions</ref>
}}
}}
The power shield has a defence bonus of +15 and has a 2% chance of occasionally restoring the wielder's HP. It can only be equipped by [[Aurora]], can be purchased after the events at Grannet for 4,500 gold, and sold for 2,250 gold.
==={{DQB2}}===
{{Stub}}
==See also==
*[[Empowered shield]]


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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[[Category:Dragon Quest II HD-2D Remake shields]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest III shields]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest III shields]]
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[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes shields]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes shields]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Builders 2 shields]]

Latest revision as of 23:46, 3 April 2026

Power shield
DVIIIPowerShield.png
Japanese ちからのたて
Romaji Chikara no tate
Old localizations Shield of Strength
Heal shield
Found in Dragon Quest II
Dragon Quest II HD-2D Remake
Dragon Quest III
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake
Dragon Quest IV
Dragon Quest V
Dragon Quest VI
Dragon Quest VII
Dragon Quest VIII
Dragon Quest IX
Dragon Quest Heroes
Dragon Quest Builders 2
Effect Casts Midheal on the wielder.


"A shield that restores some of the user's HP when used as an item in battle."

—Description of the Power shield in Dragon Quest VIII (PS2, 3DS)

The Power shield is a recurring shield in the Dragon Quest series. It is a high-level shield that can cast Midheal on oneself when used as a tool in combat.

Characteristics[edit]

The design of the Power shield has stayed very consistent throughout all games it has appeared. It is a round shield with golden edges and a blue gem in its center surrounded by silver. The silver section in the center of the shield has four bird insignias in each cardinal direction, as well as four smaller insignias between each one. Within the gold outer edges of the shield, there is another section with alternating studs and lined ridges that encircle the layer. The inner section of the shield was the same golden color as the outer edge of the shield in earlier games, but in later games it is bronze.

Appearances[edit]

Dragon Quest II: Luminaries of the Legendary Line[edit]


GameDescription
DQ2-SNES-LOGO-ICON.PNG
A shield sanctified by the spirits of the soil.[1]

The Power shield has a defense bonus of +18. It can be equipped by the Hero and the Prince of Cannock, but anyone can use it in battle to cast Midheal. The shield can be purchased in Beran, Slewse, and Burrowell for 21,500 gold coins and sold for 16,125 gold coins. It is the strongest shield that the Prince of Cannock can equip.

Dragon Quest II HD-2D Remake[edit]

Power shield III HD icon.png Power shield (ちからのたて)
Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake
Description
A special shield that can heal an ally's wounds when used as an item in battle
Stats Scions of Erdrick
Defence +76 Prince of Midenhall sprite I & II HD2D.pngPrince of Cannock sprite I & II HD2D.pngPrincess of Cannock sprite I & II HD2D.png
Notes
Casts Midheal when used
Price Location
32,000 gold coins/12,800 gold coins Sold in:
Beran, travelling merchant



Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation[edit]

The Power shield has a Defense bonus of +40 (+50 in the remakes) and can only be equipped by the Hero or Warriors. It can be purchased in Damdara for 15,000 gold coins and sold for 11,250 gold coins.

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake[edit]

Power shield III HD icon.png Power shield (ちからのたて)
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake
Description
A special shield that can heal an ally's wounds when used as an item in battle
Stats Vocations
Defence +76 Hero iconHD2D.pngMerchant iconHD2D.pngMonster wrangler iconHD2D.pngWarrior iconHD2D.png
Notes
Casts Midheal when used as an item
Price Location
32,000 {{}}/8,320 gold coins Sold in:
Damdara



Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen[edit]

The Power shield has a Defense bonus of +40. The Hero, Torneko Taloon, Ragnar McRyan, and Kiryl can equip it. It can be purchased in El Forado for 13,000 gold coins and sold for 9,750 gold coins. Casts Midheal when used as an item in battle.

Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride[edit]

The Power shield has a Defense bonus of +45. The Hero, Parry and several monster companions can equip it. It can be bought in Faerie Lea and Precaria for 25,000 gold coins, but only during the third generation.

Can be equipped by
Madason
Parry
Slime knight
Restless armour
Conkuistador
Blizzybody
Warhog
Moosifer
Pip fighter

Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation[edit]

The Power shield has a Defense bonus of +45, a style bonus of +33, and can be equipped by The Hero, Carver, Terry, Amos, and the slime buddies can equip it. It is found in both the Somnia Well & the second half of the Fungeon.

The enemies Ne'er-do-well and Bad karmour can use it in battle.

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past[edit]

The Power shield has a Defense bonus of +40 and a Style bonus of +33. It can be equipped by the Hero, Maribel Mayde, Kiefer, Ruff, and Aishe and can be purchased on the Sea Dragon and the Divine Shrine for 25,000 gold coins and sold for 12,500 gold coins.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King[edit]

The Power shield has a defense bonus of +38 and reduces breath damage by 10. It can be equipped by the Hero, Yangus, or Angelo and is sold in Tryan Gully for 18,000 gold coins.

Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
DQVIII Power shield.png
Power shield
DQVIII Magic shield PS2.png
Magic shield
DQVIII Strength ring.png
Strength ring
DQVIII Cured cheese.png
Cured cheese


Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies[edit]

Power shield.png Powered shield (ちからのたて)
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
DQIX Power shield.png
Description
A shield that bolsters its bearer's HP if used as an item in battle.
Rarity Stats Vocations
★★☆☆☆ Defence +27
Block Chance +4.0%
IXarmamentalisticon.pngIXluminaryicon.pngIXmageicon.pngIXminstrelicon.png
IXPaladinicon.pngIXpriesticon.pngIXsageicon.pngIXwarrioricon.png
Notes
-5% Fire & Ice damage
Restores 75-94 HP to the wielder when used as a tool in battle
Price Location
17,000 /8,500 Sold in:
Dourbridge
Upover
Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
Warriors shield.png
Warrior's shield
Raging ruby DQIX icon.png
Raging ruby
Panacea DQIX icon.png
Panacea


The power shield upgrades into the empowered shield when combined with two life bracers.

Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below[edit]

GameDescription
DQH Logo.png
Wield this shield, and be showered with power.[2]

The power shield has a defence bonus of +15 and has a 2% chance of occasionally restoring the wielder's HP. It can only be equipped by Aurora, can be purchased after the events at Grannet for 4,500 gold, and sold for 2,250 gold.

Dragon Quest Builders 2[edit]

See also[edit]

Gallery[edit]

Reference[edit]

  1. Mobile, Android and iOS versions
  2. Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions