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{{Spell Infobox
|title = Defending Champion
|title = Defending Champion
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|image = [[Image:DQR Dai Bougyo.png|225px]]<br>{{Rivals}} card
|japanese =  
|japanese = だいぼうぎょ<br>大ぼうぎょ
|romaji =  
|romaji = {{tt|Dai bōgyo|Big/great defence}}
|old = StrongD
|old = StrongD<br>Big Defence
|type = Skill
|type = Skill
}}
}}
'''Defending Champion''' is a recurring ability in the franchise. Unlike the standard [[defend]] ability, this technique reduces damage by 90%.
 
'''Defending Champion''' is a recurring ability in the {{DQSeries}}. Unlike the standard [[Defend]] command that cuts damage in half, this technique reduces damage taken by the user by '''90%'''.
 
==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===[[Dragon Quest VII]]===
==={{DQ4}}===
===[[Dragon Quest VIII]]===
Unavailable to players, {{Chow Mein}} makes excellent use of the technique during the boss battle in the {{Fungeon 4}}.
'''Defending Champion''' is a [[fisticuffs]] technique that both the [[Hero (Dragon Quest VIII)|the Hero]] and [[Angelo]] can learn. It requires 11 skill points by the Hero, and 68 skill points by Angelo.
 
===[[Dragon Quest IX]]===
==={{DQ6}}===
This ability is learned with 18 skill points invested into [[List of shield skills in Dragon Quest IX|Shield skill]].
Defending Champion is learned by advancing to rank 6 of the [[Ranger]] vocation.  While physical strikes and magical damage will always be reduce, the skill has no effect on [[breath attack]]s, [[Body Slam]], [[Puff-Puff|Puff-Puff (male version)]], [[Pearly Gates]], [[Tidal Wave|Tsunami]], [[Lightning]], [[Gigaslash]], [[Lightning Storm]], [[Magic Burst]], and [[Ferocious Roar]], so caution must be used depending on the {{MFamilies}}s encountered.
 
On the enemy side, it is used by [[Grim grinner]]s, [[Iron tortoise]]s, and [[Mortamor]]'s second form.
 
==={{DQ7}}===
Defending Champion is learned by reaching rank 6 of the [[Pirate]] vocation in the {{PSX}} version and rank 4 of the same in the {{3DS}} remake. It features the same capabilities as in {{VI}}. In the 3DS version, it is an advanced skill that can only be used as a Pirate.
 
On the enemy side, it can be used by [[Crabble-rouser]]s, [[Deathcargot]]s, [[Escudogre]]s, and [[Wolfram wartoise]]s.
 
==={{DQ8}}===
Defending Champion is a fisticuffs technique that both {{Eight}} and [[Angelo]] can learn. It requires 11 skill points by {{Eight}}, and 68 skill points by [[Angelo]]. The characters must be unarmed to use the technique and costs no MP to use, but the skill is affected by [[Tension]]; while in a state of Super High Tension, a character can reduce damage to 1.3% ({{Fraction|1|75}}).
* In the Nintendo 3DS version, Red can also learn the skill by investing 7 points into her Fisticuffs skill.
 
==={{DQ9}}===
Defending Champion can be learned with 18 skill points invested into the [[List of shield skills in Dragon Quest IX|Shield skill]], now costing 3 MP to use. So long as a shield is equipped, a character can use the skill regardless of what weapon they wield.
 
The [[Coup de Grâce]] Knight Watch can be seen as an advanced version of this skill, as it prevents ''everything'' from touching a character, even [[Disruptive Wave]].
 
==={{DQ10}}===
Defending Champion can be learned exclusively by [[Paladin]]s by allocating 100 points into their Virtue skill. It costs 8 MP to use and puts the user into a defensive stance for 15 seconds, greatly reducing damage taken. The damage reduction formula is calculated as ''50 + ({{Resilience}} ÷ 20)''%. No other action can be performed while using the skill, but it can be ended early by pressing the cancel button. It is even possible to reduce damage taken by 100% by combining Defending Champion with other skills.
* In the {{Offline}} version of the game, the {{Hero 10}} will learn Defending Champion as a Paladin at level 50 and it costs 4 MP to use. When used, it reduces damage taken by 50%, the same as the Defend command in other games. The damage reduction rate increases by 1% for every 20 points of Resilience.


==See also==
==={{DQ11}}===
[[Hendrik]] can learn the skill through the ''Fraternity'' panel in his character builder in the postgame for 16 skill points. It costs 2 {{MP}} to use and lasts one turn.
 
==={{DQM}}===
Known as '''StrongD''' in this game, it requires the monster to reach level 14 with 98 max {{HP}} and 84 {{DEF}}. It is naturally learned by the [[Palooka prawn|Digster]], [[Golem]], [[Firn fiend|IceMan]], [[Armoured wartoise|IronTurt]], [[Prism peacock|RainHawk]] and [[Rubble slime|RockSlime]].
 
==={{DQM2}}===
The requirements to learn StrongD are unchanged. It is naturally learned by the [[Golem]], [[Stalagosaur|Orligon]] and [[Stone golem|StoneMan]].
 
==={{DQMJ}}===
Defending Champion can be learned from:
*[[Barricade]] (14 points)
*[[Defender]] (42 points)
*[[Hive Mind]] (65 points)
*[[Martial Artist (skill)|Martial Artist]] (49 points)
 
==={{DQMJ2}}===
Defending Champion can be learned from all the skills it could be previously, though [[Defender]] now requires 40 points, and [[Martial Artist (skill)|Martial Artist]] now requires 32 points.
 
==={{DQH}}===
Defending Champion can be learned by [[Yangus]] by spending 6 skill points and costs 5 MP to use. It surrounds him with a dome-shaped barrier that nullifies all physical attacks. However, the stance will be cancelled if Yangus attacks or moves even slightly. It can be used in combination with the [[Whistle]] skill to focus enemy attacks on Yangus while defending his allies.
{{Descriptions
|DQH=A defensive stance that can stave off enemy attacks entirely.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.</ref>
}}
 
==={{DQRivals}}===
Defending Champion appeared in the 5th card pack, "Heroic Tales of Bravery" as a normal card exclusive for [[Warrior]] leaders. It cost 2 MP to use and would give a +2/+2 status buff to an allied unit.
 
==={{DQTact}}===
Known as '''Big Defence''' in this game, it is known naturally by [[Cluboon ace]] at level 1 and costs 32 MP to use. It reduces damage taken by the user by 90% for a single turn.
{{DQTactSkill
|name=Big Defence
|kanji=だいぼうぎょ
|romanji=Dai bōgyo
|role=Support
|type=Martial
|element=[[Image:DQTact Non-elemental.png]]
|mp=32
|range=[[Image:DQTact Range1.png|48px]]<br>Self
|status=[[Image:DQTact DamageCut.png]]<br>Damage Cut
|description=Reduces damage by 90% for the user for 1 turn
|monsters=Cluboon ace
}}
 
==Related skills==
*[[Defend]]
*[[Defend]]
*[[Pincushion]]
*[[Pincushion]]
*[[Blockenspiel]]
*[[Blockenspiel]]
*[[Brace Position]]
==References==
<references/>
{{clear}}
{{DQSkills}}


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Latest revision as of 10:37, 5 May 2024

Defending Champion is a recurring ability in the Dragon Quest series. Unlike the standard Defend command that cuts damage in half, this technique reduces damage taken by the user by 90%.

Appearances[edit]

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen[edit]

Unavailable to players, Chow Mein makes excellent use of the technique during the boss battle in the Fungeon.

Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation[edit]

Defending Champion is learned by advancing to rank 6 of the Ranger vocation. While physical strikes and magical damage will always be reduce, the skill has no effect on breath attacks, Body Slam, Puff-Puff (male version), Pearly Gates, Tsunami, Lightning, Gigaslash, Lightning Storm, Magic Burst, and Ferocious Roar, so caution must be used depending on the monsters encountered.

On the enemy side, it is used by Grim grinners, Iron tortoises, and Mortamor's second form.

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

Defending Champion is learned by reaching rank 6 of the Pirate vocation in the PSX version and rank 4 of the same in the 3DS remake. It features the same capabilities as in VI. In the 3DS version, it is an advanced skill that can only be used as a Pirate.

On the enemy side, it can be used by Crabble-rousers, Deathcargots, Escudogres, and Wolfram wartoises.

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

Defending Champion is a fisticuffs technique that both Eight and Angelo can learn. It requires 11 skill points by Eight, and 68 skill points by Angelo. The characters must be unarmed to use the technique and costs no MP to use, but the skill is affected by Tension; while in a state of Super High Tension, a character can reduce damage to 1.3% (1⁄75).

  • In the Nintendo 3DS version, Red can also learn the skill by investing 7 points into her Fisticuffs skill.

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

Defending Champion can be learned with 18 skill points invested into the Shield skill, now costing 3 MP to use. So long as a shield is equipped, a character can use the skill regardless of what weapon they wield.

The Coup de Grâce Knight Watch can be seen as an advanced version of this skill, as it prevents everything from touching a character, even Disruptive Wave.

Dragon Quest X[edit]

Defending Champion can be learned exclusively by Paladins by allocating 100 points into their Virtue skill. It costs 8 MP to use and puts the user into a defensive stance for 15 seconds, greatly reducing damage taken. The damage reduction formula is calculated as 50 + (Resilience ÷ 20)%. No other action can be performed while using the skill, but it can be ended early by pressing the cancel button. It is even possible to reduce damage taken by 100% by combining Defending Champion with other skills.

  • In the Offline version of the game, the Hero will learn Defending Champion as a Paladin at level 50 and it costs 4 MP to use. When used, it reduces damage taken by 50%, the same as the Defend command in other games. The damage reduction rate increases by 1% for every 20 points of Resilience.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age[edit]

Hendrik can learn the skill through the Fraternity panel in his character builder in the postgame for 16 skill points. It costs 2 MP to use and lasts one turn.

Dragon Quest Monsters[edit]

Known as StrongD in this game, it requires the monster to reach level 14 with 98 max HP and 84 DEF. It is naturally learned by the Digster, Golem, IceMan, IronTurt, RainHawk and RockSlime.

Dragon Quest Monsters 2[edit]

The requirements to learn StrongD are unchanged. It is naturally learned by the Golem, Orligon and StoneMan.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker[edit]

Defending Champion can be learned from:

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2[edit]

Defending Champion can be learned from all the skills it could be previously, though Defender now requires 40 points, and Martial Artist now requires 32 points.

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

Defending Champion can be learned by Yangus by spending 6 skill points and costs 5 MP to use. It surrounds him with a dome-shaped barrier that nullifies all physical attacks. However, the stance will be cancelled if Yangus attacks or moves even slightly. It can be used in combination with the Whistle skill to focus enemy attacks on Yangus while defending his allies.

GameDescription
DQH Logo.png
A defensive stance that can stave off enemy attacks entirely.[1]

Dragon Quest Rivals[edit]

Defending Champion appeared in the 5th card pack, "Heroic Tales of Bravery" as a normal card exclusive for Warrior leaders. It cost 2 MP to use and would give a +2/+2 status buff to an allied unit.

Dragon Quest Tact[edit]

Known as Big Defence in this game, it is known naturally by Cluboon ace at level 1 and costs 32 MP to use. It reduces damage taken by the user by 90% for a single turn.

Big Defence (だいぼうぎょ Dai bōgyo)Tactlogo.png
Ability information
Big Defence
Role * Type * Element MP cost
Support Martial DQTact Non-elemental.png 32
Range Additional effects
DQTact Range1.png
Self		 DQTact DamageCut.png
Damage Cut
Description
Reduces damage by 90% for the user for 1 turn
Naturally learnt by
Cluboon ace


Related skills[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ↑ Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.


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