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Hacksauri are powerful members of the dragon family, introduced in ''VI'' as one of the strongest end-game enemy types. Though later titles would have the species trade positions with the Tyrantosaurus monsters, the Hacksaurus is still considered by most players to be a dangerous foe when first encountered. As demonstrated in the [[Arkbolt]] cave, the species exhibits r-type reproductive strategy, with the mother only watching over her offspring until their eggs hatch. Also of note, said eggs will hatch into [[Diethon]]s when examined by the player. Though this is likely due to game difficulty balancing more than anything, it could suggest a metamorphic relationship between the two types of monsters in a similar to the fan-precieved relationship between [[Small fry|Small Fries]] and [[Great Dragon]]s.
Hacksauri are powerful members of the dragon family, introduced in ''VI'' as one of the strongest end-game enemy types. Though later titles would have the species trade positions with the Tyrantosaurus monsters, the Hacksaurus is still considered by most players to be a dangerous foe when first encountered. As demonstrated in the [[Arkbolt]] cave, the species exhibits r-type reproductive strategy, with the mother only watching over her offspring until their eggs hatch. Also of note, said eggs will hatch into [[Diethon]]s when examined by the player. Though this is likely due to game difficulty balancing more than anything, it could suggest a metamorphic relationship between the two types of monsters in a similar to the fan-precieved relationship between [[Small fry|Small Fries]] and [[Great Dragon]]s.


Interestingly, the species has made a name for itself by being one of the most easily recuritable members of the [[Dragon family]]. This precedent was set by [[Lizzie]], the very first Hacksaurus introduced in the series and the most popular monstrous companion in the series, outside of the slime family. This theme was reinforced in ''VIII'' by Hackzilla, one of the first infamous monsters (on-screen encounter) new players will stumble upon.
Interestingly, the species has made a name for itself by being one of the most easily recuritable members of the [[Dragon family]]. This precedent was set by [[Lizzie]], the very first Hacksaurus introduced in the series and the most popular monstrous companion in the series, outside of the slime family. This theme was reinforced in ''VIII'' by Hackzilla, one of the first infamous monsters (on-screen encounter) new players will stumble upon in the PS2 version.


Taking this into consideration, it can be assumed that Hacksauri have a high regard for physical strength, and will respect anyone who bests them in battle.
Taking this into consideration, it can be assumed that Hacksauri have a high regard for physical strength, and will respect anyone who bests them in battle.
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===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
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''Giant axe-toting dragons. Fond of using their scorching flame-breath to roast hapless travelers.''
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While normal hacksauruses won't be encountered until the player reaches the Royal Hunting Grounds, it is possible to run into a special roaming one near Farebury at the very start of the game. It is ill-advised to fight this hacksaurus until much later on since it can easily wipe out a low-level party using its fire breath and falcon slash techniques, though having a monster team will enable one to recruit the powerful monster after defeating it.
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While a normal hacksaurus won't be encountered until the player reaches the Royal Hunting Grounds, it is possible to run into a special roaming one near Farebury at the very start of the game. It is ill-advised to fight this hacksaurus until much later on since she can easily wipe out a low-level party using its fire breath and falcon slash techniques, though having a monster team will enable one to recruit the powerful monster after defeating it.


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters]]''===
 
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===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters 2]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters 2]]''===
 
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===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart]]''===
 
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===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker]]''===
 
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===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2]]''===
The hacksaurus is a Rank C monster in ''Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2''.
The hacksaurus is a Rank C monster in ''Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2''.
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====''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''====
====''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''====
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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Image:Hacksaurus DQM2 GBC.png
Image:Hacksaurus DQM2 GBC.png
Image:Hacksaurus DQMCH GBA.png
Image:Hacksaurus DQMCH GBA.png
Image:Terry vs lizzie.jpg
Image:Terry vs lizzie.jpg|Terry confronting Lizzie
File:DQHRS T-Rax.png|T-Rax tank in ''[[Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime|Rocket Slime]]''
File:DQHRS T-Rax.png|T-Rax tank in ''[[Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime|Rocket Slime]]''
Image:Axesaurus.png|The Axesaurus
Image:Axesaurus.png|The Axesaurus
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File:DQHRS Argonaut.png|Argonaut tank in ''Rocket Slime''
File:DQHRS Argonaut.png|Argonaut tank in ''Rocket Slime''
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[[Category:Dragons]]
[[Category:Dinosaurs]]
[[Category:Dinosaurs]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VI enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VI enemies]]

Revision as of 22:07, 20 March 2017

The hacksaurus (formerly BattleRex / Battle Rex) is a recurring monster in the Dragon Quest series. Introduced in Dragon Quest VI, they are depicted as a mix between a tyrannosaurid dinosaur and a traditional European dragon wielding a broad axe.

Characteristics

Hacksauri are powerful members of the dragon family, introduced in VI as one of the strongest end-game enemy types. Though later titles would have the species trade positions with the Tyrantosaurus monsters, the Hacksaurus is still considered by most players to be a dangerous foe when first encountered. As demonstrated in the Arkbolt cave, the species exhibits r-type reproductive strategy, with the mother only watching over her offspring until their eggs hatch. Also of note, said eggs will hatch into Diethons when examined by the player. Though this is likely due to game difficulty balancing more than anything, it could suggest a metamorphic relationship between the two types of monsters in a similar to the fan-precieved relationship between Small Fries and Great Dragons.

Interestingly, the species has made a name for itself by being one of the most easily recuritable members of the Dragon family. This precedent was set by Lizzie, the very first Hacksaurus introduced in the series and the most popular monstrous companion in the series, outside of the slime family. This theme was reinforced in VIII by Hackzilla, one of the first infamous monsters (on-screen encounter) new players will stumble upon in the PS2 version.

Taking this into consideration, it can be assumed that Hacksauri have a high regard for physical strength, and will respect anyone who bests them in battle.

Appearances

Dragon Quest VI

#157 - Hacksaurus
Hacksaurus DQVI SNES.gif
HP MP Experience Gold
416 0 698 110
Attack Defense Speed
290 100 115
Dropped Item Seed of strength
Skills Falcon Slash
Inferno
Bestiary # 157
Game Dragon Quest VI
Console DS

Dragon Quest VIII

Giant axe-toting dragons. Fond of using their scorching flame-breath to roast hapless travelers.

DQ8-LOGO-ICON.png
Original (PS2)
Sprite HP MP Attack
Hacksaurus DQVIII PS2.png 171 0 155
Defense Agility Experience Gold
108 65 216 55
Bestiary no. 150
Family Dragon
In-game description
Spell(s) None
Skill(s) Flame Breath
Falcon Slash
Location(s) Arcadia Region
Royal Hunting Grounds
Item(s) dropped Dragon scale1⁄32
Dragon dung1⁄64
Evasion Attack Resistance Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance *
0⁄64 0% 50% 50%
Fire Breath
Resistance *		 Bang Resistance * Woosh Resistance * Crack Resistance *
50% 0% 20% 0%
Ice breath
Resistance *		 Strike/Rock Resistance * Zap Resistance * Drain Magic Resistance
0% 0% 0% 100%
Whack Resistance * Poison Resistance * Paralysis Resistance * Fuddle Resistance *
50% 15% 50% 100%
Snooze resistance * Dazzle Resistance Fizzle Resistance Ban Dance Resistance
50% 50% 100% 100%
Stun Resistance * Sap Resistance * Army Resistance *
50% 15% 0%
Remake (3DS, Mobile)
Notable Changes
None



While a normal hacksaurus won't be encountered until the player reaches the Royal Hunting Grounds, it is possible to run into a special roaming one near Farebury at the very start of the game. It is ill-advised to fight this hacksaurus until much later on since she can easily wipe out a low-level party using its fire breath and falcon slash techniques, though having a monster team will enable one to recruit the powerful monster after defeating it.

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Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker

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Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2

The hacksaurus is a Rank C monster in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2.

Variants

Axesaurus


#97 - Axesaurus
File:Axesaurus DQVI SNES.gif
HP MP Experience Gold
296 0 300 90
Attack Defense Speed
110 100 80
Dropped Item Battle axe
Skills Flame Breath
Hatchet Man
Bestiary # 97
Game Dragon Quest VI
Console DS

Tyrantosaurus

Interestingly, the Tyrantosaurus has changed color with its transition into the third dimension, shifting from a dull green to a bright red. It also ditched the axe for a sizable spiked hammer, likely to differentiate it from its brethren.

Dragon Quest VI

#118 - Tyrantosaurus
Tyrantosaurus DQVI SNES.gif
HP MP Experience Gold
248 0 372 108
Attack Defense Speed
180 90 96
Dropped Item Battle axe
Bestiary # 118
Game Dragon Quest VI
Console DS

Dragon Quest VIII

DQ8-LOGO-ICON.png
Original (PS2)
Sprite HP MP Attack
208 0 187
Defense Agility Experience Gold
146 108 283 57
Bestiary no. 182
Family Dragon
In-game description
Spell(s) None
Skill(s) Ferocious blow (250% damage)
Scorch
Location(s) Dragon Graveyard
Isolated Plateau
Item(s) dropped Dragon scale1⁄64
Iron axe1⁄128
Evasion Attack Resistance Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance *
0⁄64 0% 50% 50%
Fire Breath
Resistance *		 Bang Resistance * Woosh Resistance * Crack Resistance *
50% 20% 0% 0%
Ice breath
Resistance *		 Strike/Rock Resistance * Zap Resistance * Drain Magic Resistance
0% 0% 0% 100%
Whack Resistance * Poison Resistance * Paralysis Resistance * Fuddle Resistance *
50% 15% 50% 50%
Snooze resistance * Dazzle Resistance Fizzle Resistance Ban Dance Resistance
50% 15% 100% 100%
Stun Resistance * Sap Resistance * Army Resistance *
50% 15% 0%
Remake (3DS, Mobile)
Notable Changes
None



Gallery

  • Hacksaurus DQVIII PS2.png
  • Hacksaurus DQM GBC.png
  • Hacksaurus DQM2 GBC.png
  • Hacksaurus DQMCH GBA.png

  • Terry confronting Lizzie

  • T-Rax tank in Rocket Slime

  • Axesaurus.png

    The Axesaurus

  • DQVI Tyrantosaurus.png

    The modern Tyrantosaurus

  • Argonaut tank in Rocket Slime

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