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==Appearances==
==Appearances==
==={{DQ1HD}}===
The {{Hero 1}} learns Falcon Slash at level 27. It costs 10 MP and deals 60% damage per slash, with the [[Souped-up skills|souped-up version]] being [[Gyrfalcon Slash]].
==={{DQ2HD}}===
Falcon Slash is learned by the [[Prince of Cannock]] at level 27.
==={{DQ3HD}}===
Falcon Slash was retroactively added to the 2024 remake, learned by the {{Hero 3}} as early as level 30 if his or her wisdom exceeds 117 points. Each slash deals 70% damage and are affected by [[Oomph]] and [[Egg On]], and the skill costs 9 {{MP}}.
*The May 23rd, 2025 update patch has buffed Falcon Slash to deal 75% damage per strike
==={{DQ6}}===
==={{DQ6}}===
In the original Super Famicom version, the damage was calculated with the user's [[Attack]] stat, rather than with their normal attack damage. It was changed in remake versions of the game to function the way it does in ''VIII'' and later, dealing two slashes at 75% total damage rather than lower the attack stat before calculations are made. Falcon Slash is already known by [[Lizzie]] and [[Terry]] when they join the party, and is learned by [[Goowain]] at level 25. Other characters can learn it by advancing to rank 7 of the [[Warrior]] vocation.
In the original {{Super Famicom}} version, the damage was calculated with the user's {{Attack}} stat, rather than with their normal attack damage. It was changed in remake versions of the game to function the way it does in {{VIII}} and later, dealing two slashes at 75% total damage rather than lower the {{Attack}} stat before calculations are made. Falcon Slash is already known by [[Lizzie]] and [[Terry]] when they join the {{Party 6}}, and is learned by [[Goowain]] at level 25. Other characters can learn it by advancing to rank 7 of the [[Warrior]] vocation.
 
It is used by the enemies [[pesky jester]], [[jugular joker]], [[Commander Brutus]], [[hacksaurus]], [[crayzee]], [[Terry (boss)]], and [[Nokturnus]].


==={{DQ7}}===
==={{DQ7}}===
Falcon Slash is learned by reaching rank 6 of the [[Gladiator]] vocation in the PSX version.
Falcon Slash is learned by reaching rank 6 of the [[Gladiator]] vocation in the {{PSX}} version.
*In the 3DS remake it is learned at rank 6 of the Gladiator, rank 2 of the [[Champion]], rank 8 of the [[Dingbat (Class)|Dingbat]], and rank 6 of the [[Slaughtomaton (Class)|Slaughtomaton]] vocations. It also costs 2 MP to use, and as with the remake of ''VI'' it now uses the standard damage calculation set by ''VIII''
*In the {{3DS}} remake it is learned at rank 6 of the Gladiator, rank 2 of the [[Champion]], rank 8 of the [[Dingbat (vocation)|Dingbat]], and rank 6 of the [[Slaughtomaton (vocation)|Slaughtomaton]] vocations. It also costs 2 {{MP}} to use, and as with the remake of {{VI}} it now uses the standard damage calculation set by {{VIII}}.
 
It is used by the enemies [[whopper hopper]] and [[silver scrapper]].
 
==={{DQ7R}}===
Falcon Slash is learned at rank 4 of the [[Gladiator]] vocation. It costs 4 MP and deals full damage to one foe twice. The [[critical hit]] ratio is the same as that of a normal attack.


==={{DQ8}}===
==={{DQ8}}===
Falcon Slash is a sword technique that both the [[Hero (Dragon Quest VIII)|the Hero]] and [[Angelo]] can learn. It requires 52 skill points by the Hero, and 40 skill points by Angelo, and damage calculation is set as two strikes at 3/4th strength for an approximate total of 150% damage for 0 MP. Equipping the [[Falcon blade]] or its upgrade will allow a character to slash four times at once.
Falcon Slash is a sword technique that both the the {{Hero 8}} and [[Angelo]] can learn. It requires 52 skill points by the {{Hero 8}}, and 40 skill points by [[Angelo]], and damage calculation is set as two strikes at 3/4th strength for an approximate total of 150% damage for 0 {{MP}}. Equipping the [[Falcon blade]] or its upgrade will allow a character to slash four times at once.
 
Is is used by the enemy [[hacksaurus]] and the recruitable Infamous Monster [[Hackzilla]].


==={{DQ9}}===
==={{DQ9}}===
This ability requires 2 MP to use and is learned with 58 skill points invested into [[List of sword skills in Dragon Quest IX|Sword skill]]. If a [[Falcon blade]] or an [[Über falcon blade]] is equipped, Falcon slash will deal 4 successive hits each time it is used.
This ability requires 2 {{MP}} to use and is learned with 58 skill points invested into [[List of sword skills in Dragon Quest IX|Sword skill]]. If a [[Falcon blade]] or an [[Über falcon blade]] is equipped, Falcon slash will deal 4 successive hits each time it is used.


==={{DQ10}}===
==={{DQ10}}===
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==={{DQ11}}===
==={{DQ11}}===
The [[Hero (Dragon Quest XI)|hero]] will learn Falcon Slash for 16 points in the ''Swordmastery'' panel of his character builder, [[Erik]] with 18 points through the ''Guile'' panel of his character builder, and [[Hendrik]] through his ''Heroism'' panel for 16 skill points. It costs 4 MP to use, and hits for full damage on each strike with a higher chance for a critical hit.
The {{Hero 11}} will learn Falcon Slash for 16 points in the ''Swordmastery'' panel of his character builder, [[Erik]] with 18 points through the ''Guile'' panel of his character builder, and [[Hendrik]] through his ''Heroism'' panel for 16 skill points. It costs 4 {{MP}} to use, and hits for full damage on each strike with a higher chance for a [[Critical Hit]].


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters]]''===
==={{DQM}}===
Although Falcon Slash does not appear in the game, the skill [[BiAttack]] is functionally identical.
Although Falcon Slash does not appear in the game, the skill [[BiAttack]] is functionally identical.


===''[[Dragon Quest Heroes]]'' & ''[[Dragon Quest Heroes II]]''===
==={{Dragon Quest Heroes}} & {{Dragon Quest Heroes II}}===
Falcon Slash is one of [[Terry]]'s skills.
Falcon Slash is one of [[Terry]]'s skills.


==={{DQR}}===
==={{DQRivals}}===
Falcon Slash appears as a card.
Falcon Slash appears as a card.


===''[[Dragon Quest Tact]]''===
==={{DQTact}}===
Falcon Slash can be learned by [[Dark skeleton]] at level 22 and costs 23 MP to use. It deals 100% potency physical damage to a single enemy twice.
Falcon Slash can be learned by [[Dark skeleton]] and [[Pesky jester]] at level 22, costing 23 {{MP}} to use. It inflicts 100% potency physical damage to a single enemy twice.
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==See also==
==See also==
*[[Falcon blade]]
*[[Falcon blade]]
*[[Falcon Knife Earring]]
*[[Falcon knife earrings]]
*[[Falcon sword of ruin]]
*[[Uber falcon blade]]


==Battle Visuals==
==Battle Visuals==
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[[Category:Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VI skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VI skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VII skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VII skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VII Reimagined skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VIII skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VIII skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IX skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IX skills]]

Latest revision as of 23:31, 24 April 2026

Falcon Slash is a recurring skill in the Dragon Quest series. It attacks twice in one turn, each strike at 75% power in most instances.

AppearancesEdit

Dragon Quest I HD-2D RemakeEdit

The Hero learns Falcon Slash at level 27. It costs 10 MP and deals 60% damage per slash, with the souped-up version being Gyrfalcon Slash.

Dragon Quest II HD-2D RemakeEdit

Falcon Slash is learned by the Prince of Cannock at level 27.

Dragon Quest III HD-2D RemakeEdit

Falcon Slash was retroactively added to the 2024 remake, learned by the Hero as early as level 30 if his or her wisdom exceeds 117 points. Each slash deals 70% damage and are affected by Oomph and Egg On, and the skill costs 9 MP.

  • The May 23rd, 2025 update patch has buffed Falcon Slash to deal 75% damage per strike

Dragon Quest VI: Realms of RevelationEdit

In the original Super Famicom version, the damage was calculated with the user's Attack stat, rather than with their normal attack damage. It was changed in remake versions of the game to function the way it does in VIII and later, dealing two slashes at 75% total damage rather than lower the Attack stat before calculations are made. Falcon Slash is already known by Lizzie and Terry when they join the party, and is learned by Goowain at level 25. Other characters can learn it by advancing to rank 7 of the Warrior vocation.

It is used by the enemies pesky jester, jugular joker, Commander Brutus, hacksaurus, crayzee, Terry (boss), and Nokturnus.

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten PastEdit

Falcon Slash is learned by reaching rank 6 of the Gladiator vocation in the PSX version.

  • In the 3DS remake it is learned at rank 6 of the Gladiator, rank 2 of the Champion, rank 8 of the Dingbat, and rank 6 of the Slaughtomaton vocations. It also costs 2 MP to use, and as with the remake of VI it now uses the standard damage calculation set by VIII.

It is used by the enemies whopper hopper and silver scrapper.

Dragon Quest VII ReimaginedEdit

Falcon Slash is learned at rank 4 of the Gladiator vocation. It costs 4 MP and deals full damage to one foe twice. The critical hit ratio is the same as that of a normal attack.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed KingEdit

Falcon Slash is a sword technique that both the the Hero and Angelo can learn. It requires 52 skill points by the Hero, and 40 skill points by Angelo, and damage calculation is set as two strikes at 3/4th strength for an approximate total of 150% damage for 0 MP. Equipping the Falcon blade or its upgrade will allow a character to slash four times at once.

Is is used by the enemy hacksaurus and the recruitable Infamous Monster Hackzilla.

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry SkiesEdit

This ability requires 2 MP to use and is learned with 58 skill points invested into Sword skill. If a Falcon blade or an Über falcon blade is equipped, Falcon slash will deal 4 successive hits each time it is used.

Dragon Quest XEdit

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Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive AgeEdit

The Hero will learn Falcon Slash for 16 points in the Swordmastery panel of his character builder, Erik with 18 points through the Guile panel of his character builder, and Hendrik through his Heroism panel for 16 skill points. It costs 4 MP to use, and hits for full damage on each strike with a higher chance for a Critical Hit.

Dragon Quest MonstersEdit

Although Falcon Slash does not appear in the game, the skill BiAttack is functionally identical.

Dragon Quest Heroes & Dragon Quest Heroes IIEdit

Falcon Slash is one of Terry's skills.

Dragon Quest RivalsEdit

Falcon Slash appears as a card.

Dragon Quest TactEdit

Falcon Slash can be learned by Dark skeleton and Pesky jester at level 22, costing 23 MP to use. It inflicts 100% potency physical damage to a single enemy twice.

Falcon Slash (はやぶさ斬り Hayabusa kiri) 
Ability information
Falcon Slash
Role * Type * Element MP cost
Attack Physical   23
Range Additional effects
 
1		 None
Description
Deals physical damage (100% potency) to 1 enemy 2 times
Naturally learnt by
Dark skeleton, Pesky jester


See alsoEdit

Battle VisualsEdit


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