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{{quote|style=1|quote='''''I wonder what kind of person this Rubiss is...? Come to think of it, she's not really a 'person' at all, is she? She's more akin to a god...<br>Will we have to be on our best behavior when we meet her? Will I have to curtsy?'''''|source=[[Princess of Cannock]], in the [[Faerie Palace]]|console=|align=center|bgcolor=fffff}}
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==={{DQ}}===
==={{DQ}}===
Rubiss isn't mentioned in the original {{Famicom}}/{{NES}} versions of the game. However, as of the {{SFC}} remake, and carried into future re-releases, Rubiss has been the subject of two brief prayers of adulation in the aftermath of the {{Hero 1}}'s victory over the [[Dragonlord]]. Specifically, the Sage in the [[Sanctum]] who bestows the {{Hero 1}} with the [[Rainbow Drop]], as well as the Sage in [[Cantlin]] who tells the {{Hero 1}} about the location of the [[Mark of Erdrick]] mention Rubiss. The two sages have the exact same dialogue, as many of the citizens of Alefgard share dialogue with other characters of the same {{NPC}} class at this point in the end-game.
Rubiss isn't mentioned in the original {{Famicom}}/{{NES}} versions of the game. However, as of the {{SFC}} remake, and carried into future re-releases, Rubiss has been the subject of two brief prayers of adulation in the aftermath of the {{Hero 1}}'s victory over the [[Dragonlord]]. Specifically, the Sage in the [[Sanctum]] who bestows the {{Hero 1}} with the [[Rainbow Drop]], as well as the Sage in [[Cantlin]] who tells the {{Hero 1}} about the location of the [[Mark of Erdrick]] mention Rubiss. The two sages have the exact same dialogue, as many of the citizens of Alefgard share dialogue with other characters of the same {{NPC}} class at this point in the end-game.
===''[[BS Dragon Quest]]''===
Rubiss aids the player under the guise of a common old woman, and at random intervals She will bless the Hero by fully restoring his {{HP}} after battle, voiding any {{MP}} costs for a brief period, and insuring that critical hits trigger much more often. In the finale of the final episode, She will be present in [[Tantegel]] castle in Her old woman disguise but reveal Herself when spoken to, thanking the player directly for saving [[Alefgard]]. Rubiss is voiced by [[Rika Matsumoto]] during these Soundlink segments of the game.


===''[[Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake|Dragon Quest I HD-2D Remake]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake|Dragon Quest I HD-2D Remake]]''===
Rubiss is a central figure to the plot. Sometime between the events of ''III'' and ''I'', she departs Alefgard for a new land. Upon the rise of the Dragonlord, she entrusts [[Princess Gwaelin]] with the [[Sphere of Light]] and instructs her to hide in the Shrine of Rain. Gwaelin is kidnapped by the Dragonlord, who seeks the Sphere for the purpose of fulfilling his birthright as the son of the Dragon Queen. Following this, in the Shrine of Rain, the {{Hero 1}} is asked by the Sage of Rain to summon Rubiss to prove his worth as the descendant of [[Erdrick]].
{{spoiler|start}}
The player is informed of Rubiss' existence upon reaching the [[Shrine of Rain]], where the {{Hero 1}} explains during his meeting with the [[Sage of Rain]] that he received a dream-vision in the recent past―the voice in that dream told him that if he were to gain Her protection then he would stand a chance against the darkness in spite of the theft of the [[Sphere of Light]]. The Sage explains that Rubiss is the creator of all Alefgard and that the shrine in which the two stand was where the faeries offered worship to Her in the past. The Sage laments that the faeries dwindled in time and the means to beckon Rubiss have been lost to the ages, but he asserts that there must be a way to reach the Goddess and declares that he will only bequeath the [[Staff of Rain]] once the Hero achieves this.
 
Later, after reporting his exchange with the Sage to [[King Lorik]], the Hero is informed by his liege that [[Princess Gwaelin]] can hear the words of the Goddess. Rubiss warned the young princess to hide the Sphere of Light several months prior to the beginning of the game, inadvertently leading to her capture by the [[Dragonlord]] once she and her company of knights were ambushed on the bridge leading to the Shrine of Rain. With Gwaelin's connection to Rubiss established she becomes the sole lead to summoning the Goddess, and finding her whereabouts becomes the Hero's chief goal. Travelling across Alefgard for clues takes him to the [[Craggy Cave]], where he unwittingly saves a pair of faeries from a monster that had been hunting them.


Rubiss frequently communicates with Gwaelin during the latter's imprisonment, revealing to her that the Dragon Queen's egg had been corrupted and must be cleansed of the darkness.  
After an exchange where the Hero explains his mission, the faeries introduce themselves as the [[Arm-Twister]] and the [[Day-Dreamer]]. The former explains that Rubiss is "visiting another world" and cannot be reached through normal means. The chief of the fair folk, known by the title of the [[Dream-Whisperer]], came up with a means to call their Goddess, but she disappeared when the faerie settlement was attacked by the Dragonlord's monsters―the Craggy Cave is near the faeries' home and the two entered it in the hopes she was hiding there. The Arm-Twister explains that the leader faerie has had dealings with the [[dwarves]] living in the east of Alefgard and hopes the little ones might have a hunch as to her she might have fled, but states that none of her kind can stand up to the monsters and asks the Hero to speak with them in her stead.


{{spoiler|start}} Using the [[Lyre of Ire]], the [[5 Sigils|five sigils]], and the [[Faerie Flute]], the Hero, along with Dream-Whisperer and Over-Seer, succeed in summoning Rubiss back to the world. Rubiss points the Hero to the Sanctum to receive the [[Rainbow Drop]].  
Much later, after rescuing Princess Gwaelin from the [[Quagmire Cave]] and the Dream-Whisperer from the [[Weirdwood]], the Hero regroups with the fair folk in their hidden village and the entire situation is explained: the Dragonlord made his move when Rubiss departed for a different dimension, and his theft of the Sphere of Light is preventing her from returning on top of corrupting the land of Alefgard itself. The Dream-Whisperer explains that the [[faerie flute]] and the [[lyre of ire]] are needed to perform a summoning ritual at the apex of the Shrine of Rain, along with five [[5 sigils|sigils]] that embody the power of nature. After obtaining the necessary items and halting the siege on the Shrine of Rain, the ceremony commences and the Goddess returns to her creation.


During the ending of the game, Rubiss tells the Hero and Gwaelin that while darkness still prevails, she vows to aid [[Luminaries|his descendants]] in the future. She also thanks him for freeing the soul of the Dragonlord, and mentions that he [[Dragonlord's great-great-grandson|will eventually be reborn into the light someday, free from darkness]]. Afterwards, Rubiss returns to her slumber within Alefgard.{{spoiler|end}}
Rubiss' first act upon entering Alefgard is to dispel the encroaching darkness the Dragonlord had spread through the realm, putting him at bay momentarily. She explains that the Dragonlord's corruption is so severe that not even She can purify him now, and gives the Hero clear instructions on how to create the [[rainbow drop]] at the southern [[Sanctum]]. Rubiss laments the suffering Her beloved faeries have endured, and empowers the Dream-Whisperer and Over-Seer before dissipating Her material form. The Dream-Whisperer explains that Rubiss has returned to the land as she is part of Alefgard itself, revealing her to be a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genius_loci genius loci] on a planetary scale.


===''[[BS Dragon Quest]]''===
During the ending of the game, Rubiss tells the Hero and Gwaelin that while darkness still prevails, She vows to aid [[Scions of Erdrick|his descendants]] in the future. She also thanks him for freeing the soul of the Dragonlord, and mentions that he [[Dragonlord's great-grandson|will eventually be reborn into the light someday, free from darkness]]. Afterwards, Rubiss returns to her slumber within Alefgard.{{spoiler|end}}
Rubiss aids the player under the guise of a common old woman, and at random intervals She will bless the Hero by fully restoring his {{HP}} after battle, voiding any {{MP}} costs for a brief period, and insuring that critical hits trigger much more often. In the finale of the final episode, She will be present in [[Tantegel]] castle in Her old woman disguise but reveal Herself when spoken to, thanking the player directly for saving [[Alefgard]]. Rubiss is voiced by [[Rika Matsumoto]] during these Soundlink segments of the game.


==={{DQ2}}===
==={{DQ2}}===
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''Then shall your eyes discern truth from falsity...being from seeming...''
''Then shall your eyes discern truth from falsity...being from seeming...''
''Now go forth, scions of [[Erdrick]], with my blessing...Wheresoever you wander, know that I do watch over you always..."''
''Now go forth, scions of [[Erdrick]], with my blessing...Wheresoever you wander, know that I do watch over you always..."''
==={{DQ2HD}}===
{{spoiler|start}}
The [[Scions of Erdrick]] first learn of Rubiss when a faerie mentions Her in passing when the four heroes put an end to [[Togrus Immensus]]' assault on the Shrine of Rain. Her nature is also elaborated upon, being the very life-force that holds Alefgard together; this is why the realm was drowned in darkness when Zoma petrified Rubiss and why She vanished as soon as She was feed in ''Dragon Quest III'', for if the Lord of the Underworld were to slay Her in anger should the [[Hero (Dragon Quest III)|Hero from another world]] fail, then all life in Alefgard would have come to an end.
Upon ending the attack on the Shrine of Rain and rescuing the Over-Seer, the leader of the faeries states that all is going as Rubiss had foreseen. When questioned by the [[Prince of Cannock]], the Over-Seer attempts to avoid answering and merely states that She is somewhere far away. The Over-Seer then gives the four Scions the [[echo flute]] and instructs them to use it to find the five sigils.
Later, after obtaining the [[Sun Sigil]] from the [[Lighthouse]], the Over-Seer telepathically contacts the Scions and beckons them to the Shrine of Rain; there she explains that the Dream-Whisperer dwelling in the [[Faerie Palace]] has not communicated with her in some time and she suspects the palace is being attacked by [[Hargon]]'s forces to press her for information on Rubiss. The Over-Seer's hunch is right and the Scions of Erdrick repel the mad cultist's forces, with the Dream-Whisperer then sending the four off to come to the aid of the [[Mermaid's Sanctuary]].
After that undersea rescue mission is completed, the Scions of Erdrick return to the Faerie Palace and speak with the Dream-Whisperer and the Over-Seer. The two explain that Rubiss used the five sigils to seal Herself away, knowing that the darkness that corrupted the Dragonlord still lingered and would make an attempt on Her life once it grew strong enough. The nature of this seal renders Rubiss totally immaterial and safe to any harm with only the sigils themselves able to undo the ritual, but it also prevents Her from speaking to the minds of Her assistants. Thus, before sealing Herself, Rubiss gave the Dream-Whisperer and the Over-Seer precises instructions for when the armies of that darkness make their move.
Before departing the Faerie Palace, the [[Record-Keeper]] asks that the four Scions keep an eye out for the [[living memories]] of the faeries, which Hargon's forces stole during the raid. These seven memories explain what took place during the century between ''Dragon Quest'' and ''Dragon Quest II'', as well as Rubiss' very origin:
Upon gathering the five sigils the Dream-Whisperer informs the four Scions that the faerie flute and [[lorelei's harp]] are the final relics needed to rouse Rubiss from her seal, and that She slumbers in the [[Shrine of Rubiss|shrine bearing Her name]] in the south seas. The Scions of Erdrick are ambushed by the colossal [[Atlas]] after opening the shrine, but repel the giant. The four descend to the bottom of the shrine and awaken their Goddess, who greets them merrily. Rubiss explains that She watched over them as She dreamt, and gives them the [[Eye of Rubiss]] to dispel any illusions Hargon may envelop them in. Before the group departs Rubiss asks that they promise Her that none of them will lay down their life to bring peace to the world, which the children readily swear. Rubiss thanks the Scions, asks that they save Her world, and returns to her slumber.
During the game's finale, the player can return to the Shrine of Rubiss and speak with Her. She is overjoyed that all four children have survived the hardship and returned to Her safely, and explains that now that the darkness is finally destroyed She needs no longer slumber, and resumes watching over Her creation.
Rubiss plays a much larger role in the true ending of the game. Once the Scions of Erdrick are pulled into the dimension of darkness along with the rubble of the [[Hall of Hargon]], the Princess of Cannock nearly falls into the abyss and clings to the ledge of some debris. The [[Princess of Moonbrooke]] tells her to not give in, reminding her of their promise to Rubiss. The Goddess then speaks to the four, telling them that their bravery in the face of the ultimate evil guided She and [[Ramia]] to them in their most dire hour. The Everbird then enters the scene and heals the Scions of Erdrick for the confrontation with [[Malwrath]], and should they fall in battle then Rubiss will fully revive them once.
Once the battle is concluded, Rubiss shows the children Hargon's past before he was corrupted by the lingering grudge of [[Calasmos]]. Rubiss speaks to the Scions of Erdrick in the ruins of Hargon's citadel, telling them the darkness is finally vanquished.
{{spoiler|end}}


==={{DQ3}}===
==={{DQ3}}===
Rubiss is held prisoner on the top floor of the [[Tower of Rubiss]], having been over-powered by [[Zoma]] and displaced as ruling deity of [[Alefgard]]. The heroes must use the [[Faerie Flute]] in front of the statue there in order to free her. Her rescue by the {{Hero 3}} in this time of need would not be soon forgotten.
Rubiss is held prisoner on the top floor of the [[Tower of Rubiss]], having been over-powered by [[Zoma]] and displaced as ruling deity of [[Alefgard]]. The heroes must use the [[Faerie Flute]] in front of the statue there in order to free her. Her rescue by the {{Hero 3}} in this time of need would not be soon forgotten.


The Goddess' is depicted with a sprite resembling those of the {{Faerie}}s, which would serve as the basis for Her illustration in ''[[Dragon Quest of the Stars]]'' decades later.
The Goddess' is depicted with a sprite resembling those of the {{faerie}}s, which would serve as the basis for Her illustration in ''[[Dragon Quest of the Stars]]'' decades later.


==={{DQ3HD}}===
==={{DQ3HD}}===
Rubiss' role is the same as in past iterations of the title, though Her petrified form is now guarded by the [[Soul of Baramos]]. Her dialogue has been greatly expanded. Here She will notice the [[Sphere of Light]] in the Hero's possession and state that She and Her flock are in the [[Dragon Queen]]'s debt before elaborating on the bauble's significance in the fight against Zoma. Rubiss laments that Her powers have not yet returned to Her and that the task of slaying the fiend falls to the party, implying She is capable of facing Zoma directly and that the archfiend ambushed Her.  
Rubiss' role is the same as in past iterations of the title, though Her petrified form is now guarded by the [[Soul of Baramos]]. Her dialogue has been greatly expanded. Here She will notice the [[Sphere of Light]] in the Hero's possession and state that She and Her flock are in the [[Dragon Queen]]'s debt before elaborating on the bauble's significance in the fight against Zoma. Rubiss laments that Her powers have not yet returned to Her and that the task of slaying the fiend falls to the party, implying She is capable of facing Zoma directly and that the archfiend ambushed Her.  


After telling the player that the [[Rainbow Drop]] is necessary to reach Zoma's citadel and bequeathing the [[Sacred Amulet]] to her saviors, Rubiss instills what remains of her divine power into the Sphere of Light so that it will pierce through Zoma's [[Shroud of Shadows]] and render him vulnerable.
After telling the player that the [[Rainbow Drop]] is necessary to reach Zoma's citadel and bequeathing the [[Sacred Amulet]] to her saviors, Rubiss instills what remains of her divine power into the Sphere of Light so that it will pierce through Zoma's [[Shroud of Shadows]] and render him vulnerable. She then vanishes so Zoma cannot get the chance to imprison her once more.


Design-wise Rubiss retains the appearance she was given in ''Walk'', being a beautiful woman with red hair and large, angelic wings wearing a golden sash with matching torcs, tiara, and necklace.
Design-wise, Rubiss retains the appearance she was given in ''Walk'', being a beautiful woman with red hair and large, angelic wings wearing a golden sash with matching torcs, tiara, and necklace.


==={{DQ6}}===
==={{DQ6}}===
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==={{DQB}}===
==={{DQB}}===
Rubiss is a major character in the game, being the guiding voice that directs the [[Builder (Dragon Quest Builders)|Builder]] in each chapter. Presented in a more humorous light than in past games, the Goddess is frequently taken aback by the blunt and impatient craftsman's attitude. She warns the player that they are not a hero, and expressly forbids them from challenging the [[Dragonlord]]: their task is solely that of restoring the land and settlements of [[Alefgard]].
Rubiss is a major character in the game, being the guiding voice that directs the [[Builder (Dragon Quest Builders)|Builder]] in each chapter. Presented in a more humorous light than in past games, the Goddess is frequently taken aback by the blunt and impatient craftsman's attitude, not being used to having to put up with anyone's sass. She warns the player that they are not a hero, and expressly forbids them from challenging the [[Dragonlord]]: their task is solely that of restoring the land and settlements of [[Alefgard]].


Prior to the game's opening, Her influence upon the world is weakened by the [[Dragonlord]] sheathing the sky in darkness as [[Zoma]] once did. Only the Builder can hear Her voice throughout the game, and Her words cannot reach them at all in the final chapter of the game until a pious [[Princess Gwaelin|princess]]' prayers counter the malefic mist. Once the castle of [[Tantegel]] and the [[Erdrick Equipment|legendary arms]] are restored, Rubiss praises the Builder and declares their work complete--She states that She and the revived [[Alefgard]] will wait for a new hero to appear to slay the [[Dragonlord]]. When Her divine judgement is questioned, She reaffirms that the builder is forbidden from carrying out an assault on [[Dragonlord's Castle]] and ceases communicating with the player.
Prior to the game's opening, Her influence upon the world is weakened by the [[Dragonlord]] sheathing the sky in darkness as [[Zoma]] once did. Only the Builder can hear Her voice throughout the game, and Her words cannot reach them at all in the final chapter of the game until a pious [[Princess Gwaelin|princess]]' prayers counter the malefic mist. Once the castle of [[Tantegel]] and the [[Erdrick Equipment|legendary arms]] are restored, Rubiss praises the Builder and declares their work complete--She states that She and the revived [[Alefgard]] will wait for a new hero to appear to slay the [[Dragonlord]]. When Her divine judgement is questioned, She reaffirms that the builder is forbidden from carrying out an assault on [[Dragonlord's Castle]] and ceases communicating with the player.
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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Rubiss III HD sprite sheet.png|HD sprites.
Rubiss_DQ1FamicomGuide.jpg|Art from the Japanese ''Official Guide Book'' for the {{Famicom}} release of {{Dragon Quest}}.
Rubiss promo card.jpg|Promotional card used for social media<br>Artwork by [[Yoshiya Fujisaki]]
Rubiss promo card.jpg|Promotional card used for social media<br>Artwork by [[Yoshiya Fujisaki]]
Rubiss_DQ1FamicomGuide.jpg|{{Famicom}} art.
Inomata_Rubiss.png|''Seirei Rubiss Densetsu'' illustration<br>Artwork by Mutsumi Inomata
Inomata_Rubiss.png|''Seirei Rubiss Densetsu'' illustration<br>Artwork by Mutsumi Inomata
Seirei Rubis Densetsu 1.png|''Dragon Quest Seirei Rubis Densetsu'' Vol. 1.
Seirei Rubis Densetsu 1.png|''Dragon Quest Seirei Rubis Densetsu'' Vol. 1.
Seirei Rubis Densetsu 2.png|''Dragon Quest Seirei Rubis Densetsu'' Vol. 2.
Seirei Rubis Densetsu 2.png|''Dragon Quest Seirei Rubis Densetsu'' Vol. 2.
Rubiss.png|''Dragon Quest Seirei Rubis Densetsu'' Vol. 3.
Rubiss.png|''Dragon Quest Seirei Rubis Densetsu'' Vol. 3.
Macha Rubiss SaGa reuniverse dragon Quest Tact crossover.jpg|The Goddess Macha cosplaying as Rubiss in ''[[Romancing SaGa Re;univerSe]]''
Rubiss III HD sprite sheet.png|[[Erdrick Trilogy]] HD sprites.
DQ Stars Android Rubiss 1.jpg|{{Stars}} appearance. ([[Cell phone]])
DQ Stars Android Rubiss 1.jpg|{{Stars}} appearance. ([[Cell phone]])
DQ Stars Android Rubiss 2.jpg|Disciplining Cyril. ([[Cell phone]])
DQ Stars Android Rubiss 2.jpg|Disciplining Cyril. ([[Cell phone]])
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Walk_Rubiss.jpg|Walk appearance.
Walk_Rubiss.jpg|Walk appearance.
DQMSL_Rubiss_close_up.png|{{DQMSL}} appearance.
DQMSL_Rubiss_close_up.png|{{DQMSL}} appearance.
File: DQT Rubiss portrait.png|thumb|[[Dragon Quest Tact|Tact]] portrait.
File:DQT Rubiss.png|thumb|[[Dragon Quest Tact|Tact]] official art.
MHR_Hilda_Rubiss_Cosplay.jpg|Hilda from Monster Hunter Riders wearing Rubiss's outfit from {{Stars}}.
MHR_Hilda_Rubiss_Cosplay.jpg|Hilda from Monster Hunter Riders wearing Rubiss's outfit from {{Stars}}.
DQX_Rubiss_Outfit.jpg|A {{X}} [[Wetling]] wearing the Rubiss robe.
DQX_Rubiss_Outfit.jpg|A {{X}} [[Wetling]] wearing the Rubiss robe.
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