Nosedive
| Nosedive | |
|---|---|
| Japanese | 急降下 |
| Rōmaji | Kyūkōka |
| Type | Skill |
Nosedive is a recurring skill in the Dragon Quest series used by winged monsters and bosses. The user flies high into the air before suddenly swooping down on a single character, dealing enhanced damage and in some cases being able to knock them down, as well.
Appearances
Dragon Quest VIII
Nosedive can be used by both Hawk men and Gargoyles. It deals damage to a single character that ignores their Defence. When used, the in-game text states that the monster "attacks from the air!".
| Monster | Damage range |
|---|---|
| Hawk man | 56~69 |
| Gargoyle | 62~75 |
Dragon Quest IX
Nosedive is used by Corvus in both of his forms, dealing 150% damage to a single character. When used, the in-game text states that he "drops from the sky like a bolt from the blue!".
Dragon Quest XI
Nosedive can be used by Jasper in both his Unbound and Unhinged forms, as well as Overweening Pride. It deals 125% damage to a single character and has a chance to knock them down for one turn. When used, the in-game text states that the user "comes crashing down from above!".
Final Fantasy Brave Exvius
Nosedive appears as a skill that can be learned by Jasper Unbound at 6★ rarity or higher. It deals a high amount of physical damage to a single enemy that ignores DEF and inflicts stop for three turns.
