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The '''Pteranodon''' is a [[Dragon family|dragon type]] monster based on the Rhamphorhynchus genus of pterosaurs from the late Jurassic era.
 
The '''Pteranodon''' is a recurring monster in the {{DQSeries}}, first appearing in ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''. It is based on the [[Wikipedia:Rhamphorhynchus|Rhamphorhynchus]] genus of pterosaurs from the late Jurassic era.
 
==Characteristics==
Pteranodons are flying reptiles distinguished by their large wings, fang-filled beaks, and long tails. Ironically enough, the name ''Pteranodon'' means "toothless wing" in Ancient Greek. They have white feathered skin, yellow beaks, and the leathery membrane that make up their wings are grey. These prehistoric fliers attack from the skies and can char enemies with their fire magic, thankfully being limited by their low MP pools. The pteranodon has been a member of both the [[Bird family]] and the [[Dragon family]], depending on the game. After their original appearance, the pterosaurs only appeared regularly in spinoff games in the series, eventually returning in ''X'' after 22 years.
 
==Appearances==
==Appearances==
==={{DQ4}}===
==={{DQ4}}===
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|name=Pteranodon
|name=Pteranodon
|kanji=プテラノドン
|kanji=プテラノドン
|romanji=
|romanji=Puteranodon
|bestiaryNumber=039
|bestiaryNumber=#039
|sprite=[[File:Pteranodon DQIV NES.gif]]
|sprite=[[File:Pteranodon DQIV NES.gif]]
|hp=41
|hp=41
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|skills=None
|skills=None
|item=[[Seed of agility]]({{fraction|1|128}})
|item=[[Seed of agility]]({{fraction|1|128}})
|locations=
|locations=[[Birdsong Tower]] (Chapter 2)<br>[[Endor]] region (Chapter 2)<br>[[Bath]] region (Chapters 5 & 6)<br>[[Porthrunnel]] region (Chapters 5 & 6)<br>[[Pharos Beacon]] (Chapters 5 & 6)
|evasion=1/16
|evasion={{fraction|1|16}}
|frizz-resist=0%
|frizz-resist=0%
|sizz-resist=0%
|sizz-resist=0%
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==={{DQ10}}===
==={{DQ10}}===
{{Stub}}
Pteranodons appeared in the game starting with Version 1.0. They have gained the ability to cast [[Bang]] since [[Sizz]] was not available at the beginning of the game. A trio of pteranodons are faced as bosses in the quest "Coda for Tomorrow" alongside a [[Great argon lizard]] in Version 2.3. They are much stronger than normal, gaining the ability to cast [[Kaboom]] and [[Oomph]] and breathe out [[Freezing Blizzard]]. Vicious pteranodons also began appearing as enemies in Version 5.0 of the game.


==={{DQ11}}===
==={{DQ11}}===
{{DQ11Enemy
{{DQ11Enemy
|name=Pteranodon
|name=Pteranodon
|kanji= プテラノドン
|kanji=プテラノドン
|romanji=
|romanji=Puteranodon
|bestiaryNumber=#144
|bestiaryNumber=#144
|family={{Bird}} & {{Floating}}
|family={{Bird}} & {{Floating}}
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|skills=None
|skills=None
|items=[[Twisted talons]]{{fraction|1|8}}<br>[[Seed of deftness]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|items=[[Twisted talons]]{{fraction|1|8}}<br>[[Seed of deftness]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|locations=[[Champs Sauvage]] souther section, first act<br>[[Insula Algarum]], first act<br>[[The Other Side]], second act
|locations=Southern [[Champs Sauvage]] (first act)<br>[[Insula Algarum]] (first act)<br>[[The Other Side]] (second act)  
(Early game)  
|evasion=N/A
|evasion=N/A
|fire-resist=25%
|fire-resist=25%
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{{DQ11Enemy
{{DQ11Enemy
|name=Malicious pteranodon
|name=Malicious pteranodon
|kanji=  
|kanji=プテラノドン・邪
|romanji=
|romanji={{tt|Puteranodon・ja|Pteranodon・evil}}
|bestiaryNumber=#467
|bestiaryNumber=#467
|family={{Bird}} & {{Floating}}
|family={{Bird}} & {{Floating}}
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|skills=None
|skills=None
|items=[[Twisted talons]]{{fraction|1|8}}<br>[[Seed of deftness]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|items=[[Twisted talons]]{{fraction|1|8}}<br>[[Seed of deftness]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|locations=[[Dundrasil]] region, third act
|locations=[[Dundrasil Region]] (third act)
|evasion=N/A
|evasion=N/A
|fire-resist=25%
|fire-resist=25%
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{{DQMEnemy
{{DQMEnemy
|name=Pteranod
|name=Pteranod
|kanji=  
|kanji= プテラノドン
|romanji=
|romanji=Puteranodon
|sprite=[[Image:Pteranod.png]]
|sprite=[[Image:Pteranod.png]]
|level=35
|level=35
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{{DQM2Enemy
{{DQM2Enemy
|name=Pteranod
|name=Pteranod
|kanji=  
|kanji= プテラノドン
|romanji=
|romanji=Puteranodon
|sprite=[[File:Pteranod dqm2.png]]
|sprite=[[File:Pteranod dqm2.png]]
|level=35
|level=35
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
In an especially close bit of scientific accuracy, [[Akira Toriyama]] added teeth to the Pteranodon's beak. These were exclusive to the Rhamphorhynchus genus, and not present in other Pteranodons.
In an especially close bit of scientific accuracy, [[Akira Toriyama]] added teeth to the Pteranodon's beak. These were exclusive to the Rhamphorhynchus genus, and not present in other Pterosaurs.


==Similar species==
==Related monsters==
===Similar species===
*[[Chillanodon]]
*[[Chillanodon]]
*[[Terrornodon]]
*[[Terrornodon]]
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Pteranodon.jpg|Famicom era art
Pteranodon.jpg|Famicom era art
File:Pteranodon XI model.jpg|''XI'' polygon model
DQX Pteranodon.jpg|A pteranodon in ''X''
File:Pteranodon dqmpsx.gif|''[[Dragon Quest Monsters 1·2|Monsters 1·2]]'' sprite
DQX ArgonGreat Pteranodons.jpg|Pteranodons and a great argon lizard in ''X''
Pteranodon XI model.jpg|''XI'' polygon model
DQXI Malicious pteranodon.jpg
Pteranodon dqmpsx.gif|''[[Dragon Quest Monsters 1·2|Monsters 1·2]]'' sprite
DQMBRV Pteranodon.png|''Battle Road Victory'' cut-in
DQMBRV Pteranodon1.png
DQotS Pteranodon.jpg|''Stars'' model
DQR Pteranodon.png|''Rivals'' card
</gallery>
</gallery>


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[[Category:Dragon Quest XI enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters enemies]]
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[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters 2 enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland 3D enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters 2: Iru and Luca's Marvelous Mysterious Key enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Monster Battle Road Victory enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters: Super Light enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters: Super Light enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest of the Stars enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest of the Stars enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Rivals enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Rivals enemies]]
[[fr:Ptéranodon]]

Revision as of 20:13, 21 July 2022

The Pteranodon is a recurring monster in the Dragon Quest series, first appearing in Dragon Quest IV. It is based on the Rhamphorhynchus genus of pterosaurs from the late Jurassic era.

Characteristics

Pteranodons are flying reptiles distinguished by their large wings, fang-filled beaks, and long tails. Ironically enough, the name Pteranodon means "toothless wing" in Ancient Greek. They have white feathered skin, yellow beaks, and the leathery membrane that make up their wings are grey. These prehistoric fliers attack from the skies and can char enemies with their fire magic, thankfully being limited by their low MP pools. The pteranodon has been a member of both the Bird family and the Dragon family, depending on the game. After their original appearance, the pterosaurs only appeared regularly in spinoff games in the series, eventually returning in X after 22 years.

Appearances

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen

Pteranodon (プテラノドン Puteranodon)DQIV Logo.png
Original (NES)
Sprite HP MP Attack
Pteranodon DQIV NES.gif 41 8 28
Defense Agility Experience Gold
24 19 36 50
Bestiary No. #039
Spell(s) Sizz
Skill(s) None
Location(s) Birdsong Tower (Chapter 2)
Endor region (Chapter 2)
Bath region (Chapters 5 & 6)
Porthrunnel region (Chapters 5 & 6)
Pharos Beacon (Chapters 5 & 6)
Item Dropped Seed of agility(1⁄128)
Evasion Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Bang Resistance *
1⁄16 0% 0% 75%
Crack Resistance * Woosh Resistance * Zap Resistance * Drain Magic Resistance
0% 75% 0% 100%
Whack Resistance * Kamikazee Bracer Resistance Poof Resistance Fuddle Resistance
0% 0% 100% 25%
Snooze Resistance Dazzle Resistance Sap Resistance * Fizzle Resistance
25% 0% 0% 0%
Remakes (PSX, DS, Mobile)
Sprites Notable Changes
Pteranodon ds.png None


Dragon Quest X

Pteranodons appeared in the game starting with Version 1.0. They have gained the ability to cast Bang since Sizz was not available at the beginning of the game. A trio of pteranodons are faced as bosses in the quest "Coda for Tomorrow" alongside a Great argon lizard in Version 2.3. They are much stronger than normal, gaining the ability to cast Kaboom and Oomph and breathe out Freezing Blizzard. Vicious pteranodons also began appearing as enemies in Version 5.0 of the game.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

Pteranodon (プテラノドン Puteranodon)DQXI Logo EN.png
Sprite HP MP Attack
Pteranodon XI sprite.png 97 12 89
Defense Agility Experience Gold
93 109 192 37
Bestiary no. #144
Family Bird & Floating
In-game description Primordial predators that are said to have been around since before time began. They've got teeth, and they're not afraid to use them!
Spell(s) Sizzle
Whack
Skill(s) None
Location(s) Southern Champs Sauvage (first act)
Insula Algarum (first act)
The Other Side (second act)
Item(s) dropped Twisted talons1⁄8
Seed of deftness1⁄256
Evasion Fire Resistance * Ice
Resistance *		 Wind Resistance *
N/A 25% -110% 25%
Rock Resistance * Light Resistance * Dark Resistance * Zap Resistance *
25% 0% 25% 0%
Drain Magic Resistance Whack Resistance * Poof Resistance Poison Resistance *
0% 75% 100% 0%
Paralysis Resistance * Fuddle Resistance * Snooze Resistance * Dazzle Resistance *
25% 25% 25% 25%
Sap Resistance * Blunt Resistance Deceleratle Resistance Spooky Aura
Anathematise Resistance
25% 25% 25% 25%
Fizzle Resistance * Stun Resistance * Stumble Resistance * Charm Resistance *
0% 99% 100% 100%
Beguile Resistance * Double Down Resistance * Elemental Resistance *
25% 0% 0%



Malicious pteranodon (プテラノドン・邪 Puteranodon・ja)DQXI Logo EN.png
Sprite HP MP Attack
Pteranodon XI sprite.png 345 18 231
Defense Agility Experience Gold
257 211 1,445 242
Bestiary no. #467
Family Bird & Floating
In-game description Pteranodons who have morphed into a truly malevolent form under the malign influence of infinite evil.
Spell(s) Kasizz
Thwack
Skill(s) None
Location(s) Dundrasil Region (third act)
Item(s) dropped Twisted talons1⁄8
Seed of deftness1⁄256
Evasion Fire Resistance * Ice
Resistance *		 Wind Resistance *
N/A 25% -110% 25%
Rock Resistance * Light Resistance * Dark Resistance * Zap Resistance *
25% 0% 25% 0%
Drain Magic Resistance Whack Resistance * Poof Resistance Poison Resistance *
0% 75% 100% 0%
Paralysis Resistance * Fuddle Resistance * Snooze Resistance * Dazzle Resistance *
25% 25% 25% 25%
Sap Resistance * Blunt Resistance Deceleratle Resistance Spooky Aura
Anathematise Resistance
25% 25% 25% 25%
Fizzle Resistance * Stun Resistance * Stumble Resistance * Charm Resistance *
50% 99% 100% 100%
Beguile Resistance * Double Down Resistance * Elemental Resistance *
25% 0% 0%


Dragon Quest Monsters

Pteranod (プテラノドン Puteranodon) DWM Logo.png
Sprite Level cap * HP growth MP growth
Pteranod.png 35 2/5 3/5
Strength growth Resilience growth Wisdom growth Agility growth
3/5 1/5 ? 3/5
Family Dragon
In-game description Flaps its large wings and flies with authority
Abilities Firebal, TailWind, WindBeast
Habitat Gate of Wisdom, Old Man's Gate
Breeding chart Dragon family x Bird family
Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath Resistance * Bang Resistance *
Strong Strong Strong Strong
Crack Resistance * Ice Breath Resistance * Woosh Resistance * Rock/Army Resistance *
None None Weak Weak
Zap Resistance * Gigaslash Resistance Magic Burst Resistance Drain Magic Resistance *
Weak Weak None None
Whack Resistance * Kamikazee Resistance * Poison Resistance * Paralysis Resistance *
None Strong None None
Fuddle Resistance * Snooze Resistance * Dazzle Resistance * Fizzle Resistance
None None None None
Ban Dance Resistance Gobstopper Resistance Stun Resistance * Sap Resistance *
Weak Weak Weak None
Decelerate Resistance * Curse Resistance
None None



Dragon Quest Monsters 2

Pteranod (プテラノドン Puteranodon) DWM2 Taras Adventure Logo.png
Sprite Level cap * HP growth MP growth
Pteranod dqm2.png 35 5/10 6/10
Strength growth Resilience growth Wisdom growth Agility growth
7/10 2/10 3/10 5/10
Family Dragon
In-game description
Abilities Firebal, TailWind, WindBeast
Habitat
Breeding chart Dragon family x Bird family
Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath Resistance * Bang Resistance *
Strong Strong Strong Strong
Crack Resistance * Ice Breath Resistance * Woosh Resistance * Rock/Army Resistance *
None None Weak Weak
Water Resistance * Zap Resistance * Gigaslash Resistance Magic Burst Resistance
None Weak Weak None
Drain Magic Resistance * Whack Resistance * Kamikazee Resistance * Poison Resistance *
None None Strong None
Paralysis Resistance * Fuddle Resistance * Snooze Resistance * Dazzle Resistance *
None None None None
Fizzle Resistance Ban Dance Resistance Gobstopper Resistance Stun Resistance *
None Weak Weak Weak
Sap Resistance * Decelerate Resistance * Curse Resistance
None None None



Dragon Quest Monsters: Super Light

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Dragon Quest of the Stars

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Trivia

In an especially close bit of scientific accuracy, Akira Toriyama added teeth to the Pteranodon's beak. These were exclusive to the Rhamphorhynchus genus, and not present in other Pterosaurs.

Related monsters

Similar species

Gallery

  • Famicom era art

  • A pteranodon in X

  • Pteranodons and a great argon lizard in X

  • XI polygon model

  • DQXI Malicious pteranodon.jpg

  • Monsters 1·2 sprite

  • Battle Road Victory cut-in

  • DQMBRV Pteranodon1.png

  • Stars model

  • Rivals card

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