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<center>''For the monster vocation in [[Dragon Quest VII]], see [[Chimaera (Vocation)]].''</center>
<center>''For the monster vocation in '{{Dragon Quest VII}}', see [[Chimaera (vocation)]].''</center>
{{Monster Infobox
{{Monster Infobox
|title=Chimaera
|title=Chimaera
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|kanji=キメラ
|kanji=キメラ
|romaji={{tt|Kimera|Chimaera}}
|romaji={{tt|Kimera|Chimaera}}
|firstappear=''[[Dragon Quest]]''
|firstappear={{Dragon Quest}}
|old=Wyvern
|old=Wyvern
}}
}}
The '''Chimaera''' is a recurring monster in the ''[[Dragon Quest series|Dragon Quest]]'' series. Introduced in the [[Dragon Quest|original game]], it is a monster with the body of a serpent and the wings and head of a bird.
The '''Chimaera''' is a recurring {{MFamilies}} in the {{DQSeries}}. Introduced in the [[Dragon Quest|original game]], it is a {{MFamilies}} with the body of a serpent and the wings and head of a bird.


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
The standard chimaera has what appears to be a vulture's head with a ring of downy feathers around its neck. Its body is that of a chubby snake, and the wings are constantly beat to keep the creature airborne.
The standard Chimaera has what appears to be a vulture's head with a ring of downy feathers around its neck. Its body is that of a chubby snake, and the wings are constantly beat to keep the creature airborne.


Having appeared many times throughout the series, chimaeras have proven themselves to be formidable creatures, often having great potential for strength, magic, and natural skills such as breathing fire and ice. They can be terrible creatures to face in battle and terrific allies to have at one's side.
Having appeared many times throughout the series, Chimaeras have proven themselves to be formidable creatures, often having great potential for strength, magic, and natural skills such as breathing fire and ice. They can be terrible creatures to face in battle and terrific allies to have at one's side.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===''[[Dragon Quest]]''===
==={{DQ}}===
{{DQEnemy
{{DQEnemy
|name=Chimaera
|name=Chimaera
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|agility=68
|agility=68
|spells=None
|spells=None
|skills=[[Critical Hit|Brutal Strike]]<br/>[[Flame Breath]]
|skills={{Brutal strike}}<br/>[[Flame Breath]]
|item=[[Chimaera wing]]{{fraction|1|64}}
|item=[[Chimaera wing]]{{fraction|1|64}}
|locations=[[Damdara]] region
|locations=[[Damdara]] region
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|hp=61
|hp=61
|mp=0
|mp=0
|exp=29 (PS1)<br>44 (3DS)
|exp=29 ({{PS1}})<br>44 ({{3DS}})
|gold=18 (PS1)<br>27 (3DS)
|gold=18 ({{PS1}})<br>27 ({{3DS}})
|attack=73
|attack=73
|defense=69
|defense=69
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|spells=None
|spells=None
|skills=[[Fire Breath]]
|skills=[[Fire Breath]]
|locations=[[Dungeon of Descent]]<br>[[Alltrades Abbey (Dragon Quest VII)|Alltrades Abbey]]<br>[[Temple Palace]]<br>[[Al-Balad]]<br>[[Likeness of the Great Evil]]
|locations=[[Dungeon of Descent]]<br>{{Alltrades Abbey 7}}<br>[[Temple Palace]]<br>[[Al-Balad]]<br>[[Likeness of the Great Evil]]
|items=[[Chimaera wing]]{{fraction|1|64}}<br>[[Chimaera (Vocation)|Chimaera heart{{fraction|1|16}}]]
|items=[[Chimaera wing]]{{fraction|1|64}}<br>[[Chimaera (vocation)|Chimaera heart{{fraction|1|16}}]]
|evasion={{fraction|1|16}}
|evasion={{fraction|1|16}}
|frizz-resist=0%
|frizz-resist=0%
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|agility=48
|agility=48
|bestiaryNumber=#056
|bestiaryNumber=#056
|family=[[Bird family|Bird]]
|family={{Bird}}
|description=The wings of these monsters are useful items that allow travelers to teleport to previously visited locations instantly.
|description=The wings of these {{MFamilies}}s are useful items that allow travelers to teleport to previously visited locations instantly.
|spells=[[Heal]]
|spells=[[Heal]]
|skills=[[Fire Breath]]
|skills=[[Fire Breath]]
|locations=[[Kingdom of Ascantha]]
|locations=[[Kingdom of Ascantha]]
|items=[[Chimaera Wing]]{{fraction|1|8}}<br/>[[Hairband]]{{fraction|1|32}}
|items=[[Chimaera wing]]{{fraction|1|8}}<br/>[[Hairband]]{{fraction|1|32}}
|evasion={{fraction|1|16}}
|evasion={{fraction|1|16}}
|attack-resist=0%
|attack-resist=0%
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|name=Chimaera
|name=Chimaera
|image=[[File:Chimaera DQIX DS.png]]
|image=[[File:Chimaera DQIX DS.png]]
|game=Dragon Quest IX
|game={{Dragon Quest IX}}
|console=DS
|console={{DS}}
|kanji=キメラ
|kanji=キメラ
|romanji=Kimera
|romanji=Kimera
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|defense=72
|defense=72
|agility=86
|agility=86
|droppedItem = [[Chimaera Wing]]{{fraction|1|8}}<br/>[[Flurry Feather]]{{fraction|1|32}}
|droppedItem = [[Chimaera Wing]]{{fraction|1|8}}<br/>[[Flurry feather]]{{fraction|1|32}}
|skills=[[Fire Breath]]
|skills=[[Fire Breath]]
|bestiaryNumber=#059
|bestiaryNumber=#059
|family=[[Bird family|Bird]]
|family={{Bird}}
|locations = [[Tywll Cave]]<br>[[Slurry Coast]]<br>[[Grotto]]
|locations = [[Tywll Cave]]<br>[[Slurry Coast]]<br>{{Grotto}}
|description=Beastly, burning-breathed birds who are almost impervious to fire, but are taken aback by ice attacks.<br><br>Their wings are a valued commodity, and shopkeepers are regularly singed to a cinder in search of fresh stock.
|description=Beastly, burning-breathed birds who are almost impervious to fire, but are taken aback by ice attacks.<br><br>Their wings are a valued commodity, and shopkeepers are regularly singed to a cinder in search of fresh stock.
}}
}}
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|romanji=Kimera
|romanji=Kimera
|bestiaryNumber=#051
|bestiaryNumber=#051
|family=[[Bird family|Bird]] & [[Floating "family"|floating]]
|family={{Bird}} & {{Floating}}
|description=The wings of these half-bird, half snake hybrids are prized for their for their magical properties, meaning that they live in constant fear of being hunted.
|description=The wings of these half-bird, half snake hybrids are prized for their for their magical properties, meaning that they live in constant fear of being hunted.
|sprite=[[Image:Chimaera XI sprite.png]]
|sprite=[[Image:Chimaera XI sprite.png]]
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|gold=26
|gold=26
|spells=None
|spells=None
|skills=Gets [[Pep|pepped]] up<br>[[Fire Breath]]<br>[[Chimaera Flare]] (Pep power, with Chimaera)
|skills=Gets [[Pep]]ped up<br>[[Fire Breath]]<br>[[Chimaera Flare]] (Pep power, with Chimaera)
|items=[[Chimaera wing]]{{fraction|1|16}}<br>[[Flurry feather]]{{fraction|1|32}}
|items=[[Chimaera wing]]{{fraction|1|16}}<br>[[Flurry feather]]{{fraction|1|32}}
|locations=[[Gallopolis Region]] (first act)<br>[[Laguna di Gondolia]] (3DS version only, day)<br>[[Galenholm]] (3DS and ''Definitive Edition'' only)
|locations=[[Gallopolis Region]] (first act)<br>[[Laguna di Gondolia]] (3DS version only, day)<br>[[Galenholm]] (3DS and ''Definitive Edition'' only)
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|gold=192
|gold=192
|spells=None
|spells=None
|skills=Gets [[Pep|pepped]] up<br>[[Flame Breath]]<br>[[Chimaera Flare]] (Pep power, with Vicious chimaera)
|skills=Gets [[Pep]]ped up<br>[[Flame Breath]]<br>[[Chimaera Flare]] (Pep power, with Vicious chimaera)
|items=[[Chimaera wing]]{{fraction|1|16}}<br>[[Flurry feather]]{{fraction|1|32}}
|items=[[Chimaera wing]]{{fraction|1|16}}<br>[[Flurry feather]]{{fraction|1|32}}
|locations=[[The Hotto Steppe]] (3DS only, second act)<br>[[Gallopolis Region]] (second act)<br>[[The Eerie Valley|The Disciple's Trial - The Eerie Valley]] (third act)
|locations=[[The Hotto Steppe]] ({{3DS}} only, second act)<br>[[Gallopolis Region]] (second act)<br>[[The Eerie Valley|The Disciple's Trial - The Eerie Valley]] (third act)
|evasion=N/a
|evasion=N/a
|fire-resist=25%
|fire-resist=25%
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}}
}}


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters]]''===
==={{DQM}}===
{{DQMEnemy
{{DQMEnemy
|name=Wyvern
|name=Wyvern
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|wisdom=3/5
|wisdom=3/5
|agility=4/5
|agility=4/5
|family= [[Bird family|Bird]]
|family= {{Bird}}
|in-game-description=It has an eagle's head & a body of a serpent
|in-game-description=It has an eagle's head & a body of a serpent
|abilities=[[Heal]], [[FrigidAir]], [[Sleep]]
|abilities=[[Heal]], [[Cool Breath|FrigidAir]], [[Snooze|Sleep]]
|habitat=[[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters | Gate of Reflection]], [[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters | Gate of Control]]
|habitat=[[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters|Gate of Reflection]], [[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters|Gate of Control]]
|breeding=[[Bird family]] x [[Dragon family]]
|breeding=[[Bird family]] x [[Dragon family]]
|frizz-resist=Weak
|frizz-resist=Weak
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}}
}}


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters 2]]''===
==={{DQM2}}===
{{DQM2Enemy
{{DQM2Enemy
|name=Chimera
|name=Chimera
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|wisdom=5/10
|wisdom=5/10
|agility=6/10
|agility=6/10
|family= [[Bird family | Bird]]
|family= {{Bird}}
|in-game-description=A bird with a bug-like body.
|in-game-description=A bird with a bug-like body.
|abilities=[[FrigidAir]], [[Heal]], [[Sleep]]
|abilities=[[Cool Breath|FrigidAir]], [[Heal]], [[Snooze|Sleep]]
|habitat=[[Lighthouse (Dragon Quest Monsters 2) | Lighthouse]]
|habitat=[[Lighthouse (Dragon Quest Monsters 2)|Lighthouse]]
|breeding=[[Bird family]] x [[Dragon family]]
|breeding=[[Bird family]] x [[Dragon family]]
|frizz-resist=Weak
|frizz-resist=Weak
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}}
}}


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart]]''===
==={{DQMCH}}===
The Wyvern is a two-star member of the [[Dragon family | Beast family]] with a weight of 2. It naturally learns [[Heal]], [[Cold Breath]] and [[Sleep]]. Its in-game description reads "The wing of a Wyvern that died by shock holds magic power."
The Wyvern is a two-star member of the [[Dragon family|Beast family]] with a weight of 2. It naturally learns [[Heal]], [[Cold Breath]] and [[Snooze|Sleep]]. Its in-game description reads "The wing of a Wyvern that died by shock holds magic power."
{{Stub}}
{{Stub}}


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker]]''===
==={{DQMJ}}===
{{DQMJmonster
{{DQMJmonster
|name = Chimaera
|name = Chimaera
|image =   
|image =   
|family = [[Nature family | Nature]]
|family = {{Nature}}
|rank = F
|rank = F
|description = ''Fowl faces that bode foul magic.''
|description = ''Fowl faces that bode foul magic.''
|weapons = Spears, Axes, Claws, Staves
|weapons = {{Spear}}s, {{Axe}}s, {{Claw}}s, {{Staves}}
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Artful Dodger]]
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Artful Dodger]]
|resistances = Confusionproof
|resistances = Confusionproof
|skill = [[Cleanser]]
|skill = [[Cleanser]]
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{{clear}}
{{clear}}


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2]]''===
==={{DQMJ2}}===
Chimaeras when synthesised over level twenty create a '''Chimaera X'''. Two level fifty Chimaera X's make a '''Chimaera XY'''.
Chimaeras when synthesised over level twenty create a '''Chimaera X'''. Two level fifty Chimaera X's make a '''Chimaera XY'''.
{{DQMJ2monster
{{DQMJ2monster
|name = Chimaera
|name = Chimaera
|image =   
|image =   
|family = [[Nature family | Nature]]
|family = {{Nature}}
|rank = E
|rank = E
|size = S
|size = S
|weapons = Axes, Spears, Claws, Staves
|weapons = {{Axe}}s, {{Spear}}s, {{Claw}}s, {{Staves}}
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Hit Squad]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Crafty Dance Banner]]
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Hit Squad]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Crafty Dance Banner]]
|resistances = Vulnerable to [[Whack]], Immune to Confusion
|resistances = Vulnerable to [[Whack]], Immune to [[Confusion]]
|skill = [[Cleanser]]
|skill = [[Cleanser]]
|location = [[Doubtback]]
|location = [[Doubtback]]
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}}
}}
{{clear}}
{{clear}}
{{DQMJ2monster
{{DQMJ2monster
|name = Chimaera X
|name = Chimaera X
|image =   
|image =   
|family = [[Nature family | Nature]]
|family = {{Nature}}
|rank = C
|rank = C
|size = S
|size = S
|weapons = Axes, Spears, Claws, Staves
|weapons = {{Axe}}s, {{Spear}}s, {{Claw}}s, {{Staves}}
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Hit Squad]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Giant Killer]]
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Hit Squad]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Giant Killer]]
|resistances = Vulnerable to [[Fire Breath]], Immune to [[Whack]], Inaction, and [[Dim]]
|resistances = Vulnerable to [[Fire Breath]], Immune to [[Whack]], Inaction, and [[Dim]]
|skill = [[Cleanser]]
|skill = [[Cleanser]]
|location = -
|location = -
|breeding chart = [[Chimaera]] x [[Chimaera]] (both level 20 or higher)
|breeding chart = [[Chimaera]] x [[Chimaera]] (both Level 20 or higher)
}}
}}
{{clear}}
{{clear}}
{{DQMJ2monster
{{DQMJ2monster
|name = Chimaera XY
|name = Chimaera XY
|image =   
|image =   
|family = [[Nature family | Nature]]
|family = {{Nature}}
|rank = S
|rank = S
|size = S
|size = S
|weapons = Axes, Spears, Claws, Staves
|weapons = {{Axe}}s, {{Spear}}s, {{Claw}}s, {{Staves}}
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Artful Dodger]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Hit Squad]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Desperado]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Giant Killer]]
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Artful Dodger]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Hit Squad]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Desperado]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Giant Killer]]
|resistances = Vulnerable to [[Fire Breath]], Immune to [[Woosh]], [[Whack]], Inaction, [[Sap]], and [[Dim]]
|resistances = Vulnerable to [[Fire Breath]], Immune to [[Woosh]], [[Whack]], Inaction, [[Sap]], and [[Dim]]
|skill = [[Über Healer]]
|skill = [[Über Healer]]
|location = -
|location = -
|breeding chart = [[Chimaera | Chimaera X]] x [[Chimaera | Chimaera X]] (both level 50 or higher)
|breeding chart = [[Chimaera]] X x [[Chimaera]] X (both Level 50 or higher)
}}
}}
{{clear}}
{{clear}}
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{{Stub}}
{{Stub}}


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland 3D]]''===
==={{DQM3D}}===
{{Stub}}
{{Stub}}


===''[[Dragon Quest Swords]]''===
==={{DQSwords}}===
{{Stub}}
{{Stub}}


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==={{DQB}}===
==={{DQB}}===
In this game, it is quite important to loot defeated chimaeras for their feathers. Collected chimaera feathers can be made into [[Chimaera wing|chimaera wings]] which can instantly transport the player back to the base.
In this game, it is quite important to loot defeated Chimaeras for their feathers. Collected Chimaera feathers can be made into [[Chimaera wing]]s which can instantly transport the player back to the base.
{{DQBEnemy
{{DQBEnemy
|name=Chimaera
|name=Chimaera
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==={{DQTact}}===
==={{DQTact}}===
Chimaera appears as a D-rank monster of the [[Nature family]]. It can be recruited from Chapter 2, Episode 2: Always go in prepared! and Chapter 6, Episode 3: To the Silver Cup! and can participate in the Battle Roads of [[Stump chump]], [[Crabid]], and [[Skelegon]] as a party member.
Chimaera appears as a D-rank {{MFamilies}} of the [[Nature family]]. It can be recruited from Chapter 2, Episode 2: Always go in prepared! and Chapter 6, Episode 3: To the Silver Cup! and can participate in the Battle Roads of [[Stump chump]], [[Crabid]], and [[Skelegon]] as a party member.
{{DQTactEnemy
{{DQTactEnemy
|name=Chimaera
|name=Chimaera
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|romanji=Kimera
|romanji=Kimera
|sprite=[[Image:DQT Chimaera.png|200px]]
|sprite=[[Image:DQT Chimaera.png|200px]]
|family=[[Image:Tact Icon Nature.png|48px]]<br>Nature
|family=[[Image:Tact Icon Nature.png|48px]]<br>{{Nature}}
|rank=[[Image:DQTact Rank Icon D.png|48px]]
|rank=[[Image:DQTact Rank Icon D.png|48px]]
|role=[[Image:DQTact AttackType.png|48px]]<br>Attack
|role=[[Image:DQTact AttackType.png|48px]]<br>Attack
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|charm-resist=Normal
|charm-resist=Normal
}}
}}
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
Chimaera_Famicom.png|Famicom}} art.
AlefSizz.jpeg|{{Dragon Quest}} art, circa 1993.
ChimaeraMUG DQV DS.png|Mugshot in {{V}}.
DQV Chimaera Recruit.png|[[Chimaera (Recruit)|Recruit]] in {{V}}.
DQX Chimaera.jpg|A Chimaera in {{X}}.
DQXI Chimaera.jpg|{{XI}} polygon model.
DQXI Vicious chimaera.jpg|A Vicious chimaera.
Chimaera dqm 12.gif|{{1·2}} sprite.
Chimaera DQMJ DS.png|{{Joker}} model.
Chimaera joker 2.png|{{Joker 2}} model.
Chimaera terry.png|{{Monsters: 3D}} model.
DQMBRV Chimaera.png|''Battle Road Victory'' cut-in.
DQMBRV Chimaera1.png|
DQMBRV Chimaera2.png|
DQMBRV Chimaera3.png|
Slime MoriMori DQ Chimaera.png|{{SMMDQ}}.
DQotS Chimaera.jpg|{{Stars}} model.
DQR Chimaera.png|{{Rivals}} card.
Eraser 0025 Chimaera.jpg|A chimaera in ''Keshi Keshi''.
DQTCG Chimaera.jpg|''DQ'' Trading Card.
Chimaera Slime.jpg|''Monster Gallery HD4''.
</gallery></center>


==Similar species & close cousins==
==Similar species & close cousins==
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*[[Dreamaera]]
*[[Dreamaera]]
*[[Hocus dreamaera]]
*[[Hocus dreamaera]]
*[[Uber dreamaera]]
*[[Über dreamaera]]
 
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
Image:Chimaera_Famicom.png|Famicom art
File:AlefSizz.jpeg|''Dragon Quest'' art, circa 1993
Image:ChimaeraMUG DQV DS.png|Mugshot in ''Dragon Quest V''
Image:DQV Chimaera Recruit.png|[[Chimaera (Recruit)|Recruit]] in ''DQV''
Image:DQX Chimaera.jpg|A chimaera in ''X''
Image:DQXI Chimaera.jpg|''XI'' polygon model
Image:DQXI Vicious chimaera.jpg|A vicious chimaera
Image:Chimaera dqm 12.gif|''DQM 1&2'' sprite
Image:Chimaera DQMJ DS.png|''DQMJ'' model
Image:Chimaera joker 2.png|''DQMJ2'' model
Image:Chimaera terry.png|''Wonderland 3D'' model
Image:DQMBRV Chimaera.png|''Battle Road Victory'' cut-in
Image:DQMBRV Chimaera1.png
Image:DQMBRV Chimaera2.png
Image:DQMBRV Chimaera3.png
Image:Slime MoriMori DQ Chimaera.png|''Slime MoriMori Dragon Quest''
Image:DQotS Chimaera.jpg|''Stars'' model
Image:DQR Chimaera.png|''Rivals'' card
Image:Eraser 0025 Chimaera.jpg|A chimaera in ''Keshi Keshi''
Image:DQTCG Chimaera.jpg|''DQ'' Trading Card
Image:Chimaera Slime.jpg|''Monster Gallery HD4''
</gallery></center>


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