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|caption=Art by [[Akira Toriyama]]
|caption=Art by [[Akira Toriyama]]
|firstappear=''[[Dragon Quest II]]''
|firstappear={{DQ2}}
|kanji=バズズ
|kanji=バズズ
|romaji=Bazuzu
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'''Pazuzu''' is a satanic simian that first appeared as one of the three strongest demons in [[Hargon]]'s cult in ''[[Dragon Quest II]]''. Since then, it has shifted from a character to a species of monsters like [[Belial]].
'''Pazuzu''' is a satanic simian that first appeared as one of the three strongest demons in [[Hargon]]'s cult in {{Dragon Quest II}}.
 
Since then, it has shifted from a character to a species of {{MFamilies}}s like [[Belial]].
 
==Appearances==
==Appearances==
==={{DQ2}}===
==={{DQ2}}===
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|nes-agility=75
|nes-spells=Can attack twice per turn<br>[[Kaboom]]<br>[[Kamikazee]]<br>[[Fullheal]]<br>[[Sizzle]]<br>[[Snooze]]
|nes-spells=Can attack twice per turn.<br>[[Kaboom]]<br>[[Kamikazee]]<br>[[Fullheal]]<br>[[Sizzle]]<br>[[Snooze]]
|nes-locations=[[Hall of Hargon]]
|nes-locations=[[Hall of Hargon]]
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|remake-defense=160
|remake-defense=160
|remake-agility=75
|remake-agility=75
|remake-spells=Acts twice per turn<br>[[Fizzle]]<br>[[Kaboom]]<br>[[Kamikazee]]<br>[[Fullheal]]<br>[[Sizzle]]
|remake-spells=Acts twice per turn.<br>[[Fizzle]]<br>[[Kaboom]]<br>[[Kamikazee]]<br>[[Fullheal]]<br>[[Sizzle]]
|remake-locations=[[Hall of Hargon]]
|remake-locations=[[Hall of Hargon]]
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Denizens of the underworld, all too eager to "welcome" visitors to Nadiria. If their razor sharp claws don't set the mood of the realm, icy blasts of Kacrackle will.
Denizens of the underworld, all too eager to "welcome" visitors to [[Nadiria]]. If their razor sharp claws don't set the mood of the realm, icy blasts of [[Kacrackle]] will.
{{Clear}}
{{Clear}}


===''[[Dragon Quest X]]''===
==={{DQ10}}===
{{Stub}}
{{Stub}}


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker]]''===
==={{DQMJ}}===
{{DQMJmonster
{{DQMJmonster
|name = Pazuzu
|name = Pazuzu
|image =   
|image =   
|family = [[Beast family | Beast]]
|family = {{Beast}}
|rank = A
|rank = A
|description = ''This fiendish creature has dyed its fur a terrifying shade of pink!''
|description = ''This fiendish creature has dyed its fur a terrifying shade of pink!''
|weapons = Swords, Hammers, Claws, Staves
|weapons = {{Sword}}s, {{Hammer}}s, {{Claw}}s, {{Staves}}
|traits = -
|traits = -
|resistances = Crackproof, Whackproof
|resistances = [[Crack]]proof, [[Whack]]proof
|skill = [[Bombardier]]
|skill = [[Bombardier]]
|location = -
|location = -
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===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2]]''===
==={{DQMJ2}}===
{{DQMJ2monster
{{DQMJ2monster
|name = Pazuzu
|name = Pazuzu
|image =   
|image =   
|family = [[Demon family | Demon]]
|family = {{Demon}}
|rank = A
|rank = A
|size = S
|size = S
|weapons = Swords, Hammers, Claws, Staves
|weapons = {{Sword}}s, {{Hammer}}s, {{Claw}}s, {{Staves}}
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Wooshmeister]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Crafty Woosher]]
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Wooshmeister]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Crafty Woosher]]
|resistances = Immune to [[Crack]] and [[Whack]]
|resistances = Immune to [[Crack]] and [[Whack]]
|skill = [[Bombardier]]
|skill = [[Bombardier]]
|location = [[Dark World (Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2) | Dark World]]
|location = [[Dark World (Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2)|Dark World]]
|breeding chart = [[Silvapithecus]] x [[King squid]], [[Gigantes]], or [[Jamirus]]
|breeding chart = [[Silvapithecus]] x [[King squid]], [[Gigantes]], or [[Jamirus]]
}}
}}
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===''[[Dragon Quest Builders 2]]''===
==={{DQB2}}===
A shadow fiend manifestation of Pazuzu appears in [[Hargon's Castle]], reflecting his appearance in [[Dragon Quest II]] in the same location. Though he simply dissipates without putting up much of a fight.
A shadow fiend manifestation of Pazuzu appears in [[Hargon's Castle]], reflecting his appearance in {{Dragon Quest II}} in the same location. Though he simply dissipates without putting up much of a fight.


==={{DQR}}===
==={{DQR}}===
Pazuzu is a monster card in the game.
Pazuzu is a {{MFamilies}} card in the game.


===''[[Dragon Quest Tact]]''===
==={{DQTact}}===
Pazuzu appears as a boss of the [[Demon family]] during the limited ''Dragon Quest II'' event. He can be faced in Chapter 4, Episode 3 of the event quests entitled The Dark Pantheon: Pazuzu, as well as in the Hall of Hargon before facing Hargon and Malroth. Some of Pazuzu's abilities include [[Cutter-Upper]], [[Snooze]], [[Kasizz]], and [[Kaboom]].
Pazuzu appears as a boss of the [[Demon family]] during the limited {{Dragon Quest II}} event. He can be faced in Chapter 4, Episode 3 of the event quests entitled The Dark Pantheon: Pazuzu, as well as in the [[Hall of Hargon]] before facing [[Hargon]] and [[Malroth]]. Some of Pazuzu's abilities include [[Cutter-Upper]], [[Snooze]], [[Kasizz]], and [[Kaboom]].


==Related Monsters==
==Etymology==
In ancient Mesopotamia, Pazuzu is the name of a demon who was the personification of the western wind and held kingdom over wind demons. He was known for bringing famine during dry seasons and locusts during rainy seasons. Although he is considered an evil spirit, Pazuzu could also be called upon to ward off other malicious spirits, as well.
 
==Related {{MFamilies}}s==
===Similar Species===
===Similar Species===
*[[Silvapithecus]]
*[[Silvapithecus]]
*[[Batmandrill]]
*[[Batmandrill]]
==Etymology==
In ancient Mesopotamia, Pazuzu is the name of a demon who was the personification of the western wind and held kingdom over wind demons. He was known for bringing famine during dry seasons and locusts during rainy seasons. Although he is considered an evil spirit, Pazuzu could also be called upon to ward off other malicious spirits, as well.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
<center><gallery>
DQX Pazuzu.png|''DQX'' artwork
DQX Pazuzu.png|{{X}} artwork.
Pazuzu DQMJ DS.png|''Monsters: Joker'' model
Pazuzu DQMJ DS.png|{{Joker}} model.
DQMBRV Pazuzu.png|''Battle Road Victory'' cut-in
DQMBRV Pazuzu.png|''Battle Road Victory'' cut-in.
DQMBRV Pazuzu1.png
DQMBRV Pazuzu1.png|
DQ Stars Android Pazuzu.jpg|Appearance in {{DQStars}}
DQ Stars Android Pazuzu.jpg|Appearance in {{Stars}}
File:Pazuzu rivals 1.png|''Rivals'' card artwork
Pazuzu rivals 1.png|{{Rivals}} card artwork.
DQR Pazuzu.png|Alternate card art
DQR Pazuzu.png|Alternate card art.
DQT Pazuzu.png|''Tact'' official art
DQT Pazuzu.png|''Tact'' official art.
DQT Hall of Hargon.jpg|Pazuzu and other bosses that appear in the Hall of Hargon in ''Tact''
DQT Hall of Hargon.jpg|Pazuzu and other bosses that appear in the [[Hall of Hargon]] in {{.Tact}}
DQSB Pazuzu.jpg|''Scan Battlers'' card
DQSB Pazuzu.jpg|{{Scan Battlers}} card.
</gallery></center>
</gallery></center>


{{DQII}}
{{DQII}}
[[Category:Arabian mythology]]
[[Category:Arabian mythology]]
[[Category:Demons]]
[[Category:Demons]]

Revision as of 21:22, 2 January 2024

Pazuzu is a satanic simian that first appeared as one of the three strongest demons in Hargon's cult in Dragon Quest II.

Since then, it has shifted from a character to a species of monsters like Belial.

Appearances

Dragon Quest II: Luminaries of the Legendary Line

Pazuzu (バズズ Pazuzu)DQ2-SNES-LOGO-ICON.PNG
Original (NES)
Sprite HP MP Attack
Pazuzu DQII NES.gif 250 Infinite 127
Defense Agility Experience Gold
160 75 1530 240
Abilities Can attack twice per turn.
Kaboom
Kamikazee
Fullheal
Sizzle
Snooze
Location(s) Hall of Hargon
Item Dropped Mad cap1⁄128
Evasion Fire Resistance * Dazzle Resistance Snooze Resistance
7⁄64 4⁄7 6⁄7 3⁄7
Thwack Resistance Fizzle Resistance Kasap Resistance
7⁄7 7⁄7 4⁄7
Remakes (SFC, GBC, Mobile)
Sprites HP MP Attack
Pazuzu DQV SNES.gifBazuzu DQII GBC.pngPazuzu DQII iOS.pngPazuzu Erdrick Trilogy Switch.png 250 50 127
Defense Agility Experience Gold
160 75 4750 240
Abilities Acts twice per turn.
Fizzle
Kaboom
Kamikazee
Fullheal
Sizzle
Location(s) Hall of Hargon
Item Dropped Mad cap1⁄128
Evasion Fire Resistance * Dazzle Resistance Snooze Resistance
7⁄64 5⁄7 0⁄7 2⁄7
Thwack Resistance Fizzle Resistance Kasap Resistance
5⁄7 7⁄7 0⁄7



Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride

Pazuzu (バズズ Pazuzu)DQV Logo.png
Sprite HP MP Attack Defense
Pazuzu DQV SNES.gif 177 30 168 158
Agility Experience Gold Tame Rate
89 610 112 N/A
Bestiary No. #166
Spell(s) Crackle
Kacrackle
Kerplunk
Skill(s) None
Location(s) Nadiria
Mt. Zugzwang
Item dropped Kamikazee Bracer1⁄64
Evasion Frizz resistance * Sizz resistance * Fire Breath resistance *
1⁄16 20% 20% 20%
Bang resistance * Crack resistance * Ice Breath resistance * Woosh resistance *
20% 100% 100% 0%
Zap resistance * Drain Magic resistance * Whack resistance * Kamikazee resistance *
0% 20% 67% 0%
Poof resistance Dazzle resistance * Fizzle resistance Fuddle resistance
20% 0% 20% 20%
Poison resistance * Snooze resistance * Stun resistance * Sap resistance *
67% 67% 20% 0%
PS2 model DS & Mobile sprite
Pazuzu DQV PS2.png Pazuzu DQV DS.png



Denizens of the underworld, all too eager to "welcome" visitors to Nadiria. If their razor sharp claws don't set the mood of the realm, icy blasts of Kacrackle will.

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Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker

Pazuzu
Family Beast
Rank A
Description This fiendish creature has dyed its fur a terrifying shade of pink!
Weapons Swords, Hammers, Claws, Staves
Traits -
Resistances Crackproof, Whackproof
Skill Bombardier
Location -
Breeding chart Silvapithecus x Jamirus, King squid, Gigantes, or Golem


Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2

Pazuzu
Family Demon
Rank A
Size S
Weapons Swords, Hammers, Claws, Staves
Traits Wooshmeister, Crafty Woosher
Resistances Immune to Crack and Whack
Skill Bombardier
Location Dark World
Breeding chart Silvapithecus x King squid, Gigantes, or Jamirus


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

Pazuzu (バズズ Pazuzu)DQH Logo.png
Model Experience Gold
Pazuzu DQH series.png 1,458 90g
List No. #100
Field Notes A legend from ages past who drives foes to distraction with his searing speed and spectacular spells.
He once guarded the home of an evil priest, and fought to thwart the luminaries of the legendary line.
Location(s) Arba Town (Hero), Cyclops City (Showdown: Terracotta Titan), Fields of Goold (Guardians of the Grassland), The Fault (Hero), The Lion's Den (Grudge Match: Feral Feline)
Item(s) Dropped Chronocrystal, Thunderball, Classic ace of spoils recipe, Luxury ace of spoils recipe



Dragon Quest Heroes II: Twin Kings and the Prophecy's End

Pazuzu (バズズ Pazuzu)DQHII Logo.png
Model Experience Gold Marked Version?
Pazuzu DQH series.png 21870 678g Yes
List No. #146
Field Notes A legend from ages past who drives foes to distraction with his searing speed and spectacular spells.
He once guarded the home of an evil priest, and fought to thwart the luminaries of the legendary line.
Location(s) The Frosty Foothills
Item(s) Dropped Thunderball, Sorcerer's ring



Dragon Quest Builders 2

A shadow fiend manifestation of Pazuzu appears in Hargon's Castle, reflecting his appearance in Dragon Quest II in the same location. Though he simply dissipates without putting up much of a fight.

Dragon Quest Rivals

Pazuzu is a monster card in the game.

Dragon Quest Tact

Pazuzu appears as a boss of the Demon family during the limited Dragon Quest II event. He can be faced in Chapter 4, Episode 3 of the event quests entitled The Dark Pantheon: Pazuzu, as well as in the Hall of Hargon before facing Hargon and Malroth. Some of Pazuzu's abilities include Cutter-Upper, Snooze, Kasizz, and Kaboom.

Etymology

In ancient Mesopotamia, Pazuzu is the name of a demon who was the personification of the western wind and held kingdom over wind demons. He was known for bringing famine during dry seasons and locusts during rainy seasons. Although he is considered an evil spirit, Pazuzu could also be called upon to ward off other malicious spirits, as well.

Related monsters

Similar Species

Gallery

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