Strength ring
| Strength ring | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Japanese | ちからのゆびわ |
| Romaji | Chikara no yubiwa |
| Old localizations | STR Ring |
| Found in | Dragon Quest III (remakes only) Dragon Quest IV (remakes only) Dragon Quest VII Dragon Quest VIII Dragon Quest IX Dragon Quest X Dragon Quest XI Dragon Quest Heroes Dragon Quest Heroes II Torneko no Daibōken Torneko: The Last Hope Torneko no Daibōken 3 Dragon Quest: Shōnen Yangus to Fushigi no Dungeon |
| Effect | Increases the wearer's Attack or Strength. Changes the wearer's Personality. (III only) Strengthens the wearer's skills if they haven't taken damage. (Heroes only) Boosts the effects of Oomph. (Heroes II only) |
The Strength ring is a recurring accessory in the Dragon Quest series that first appeared in the Super Famicom remake of Dragon Quest III. It gives a small boost to the wearer's attack power.
Characteristics
The ring consists of a gold spiked band with a red ruby at its center, held in place with a stylized gold loop. It also has a raised blue or purple chain design around the ring's loop.
Appearances
Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation (remakes only)
The Strength ring is an accessory that increases Attack by 7 and changes the wearer's personality to Meathead temporarily. One can be acquired by turning 30 Mini medal to the collector in Aliahan and another can be found in the Tower of Rubiss. It can also be sold for 262 gold coins.
Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen (remakes only)
The strength ring has a strength bonus of +8 and can be equipped by all characters. One can be received from the Medal King for turning in 15 mini medals and another can be found in the Fungeon. They can be purchased from the fourth stage of the Pioneer Town for 880 gold and sold for 660 gold.
Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past
The strength ring has an attack bonus of +7, a style bonus of +3, and can be equipped by all characters. One can be found at Wilted Heart. Strength rings can also be received as prizes from the Lucky Panel at any Casino in the present. They can also be dropped by Ginormooses and Mild headaches.
- In the Nintendo 3DS version, one can be found in a treasure chest on the world map near Alltrades Abbey in the past and another in the final evolution of the Haven once 12 StreetPass residents have moved in.
Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King
The strength ring has an attack bonus of +5 and can be equipped by all characters. It can be sold for 325 gold. One can be received as a prize for winning Rank G of the Monster Arena and another can be found at Arcadia inside of a dresser. In the Nintendo 3DS version, Morrie joins the party with one equipped. They can be dropped rarely by Muddy hands.
Strength rings can be made in the Alchemy Pot by combining a Prayer ring with a Seed of strength. It can also be used with the following recipes, as well:
- Recipe: Hunter's bow = Cypress stick x2 + Strength ring
- Recipe: Leather kilt = Titan belt + Strength ring
- Recipe: Mighty armlet = Titan belt + Strength ring
- Recipe: Power shield = Magic shield + Cured cheese + Strength ring
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
 Strength ring (DS)
| |
|---|---|
| Attack | +4 |
| Rarity | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Found | Could only be purchased from the DQVC. Commonly dropped or stolen from Gigantes. Rarely dropped or stolen from Walking corpses and Big badboons. Received as a reward for repeating Quest #56. 2% chance in Rank 3 chests. |
| Recipe | Gold ring + Aggressence |
| Equipable by | All Vocations |
| Class | Ring |
| Buy Price | 750 |
| Sell Price | 375 |
| Flavor text | A band that bolsters brawn when worn. |
| Notes | Upgrades into Mighty armlet or Raging ruby. |
Dragon Quest X
The strength ring has an attack, defence, and style bonus of +2. With accessory synthesis, the attack bonus can be increased and it can gain a small bonus to max HP. They can be dropped rarely by Boss trolls.
Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age
 Strength ring
| |
|---|---|
| Attack (forge buffs) |
+5 (+6, +8, +10) |
| Rarity | E |
| Recipe | Finessence + Gold ore x2 + Red eye |
| Difficulty | 1.5 |
| Found | One found in the Kingsbarrow. 1⁄64 chance of being dropped by Gigantes. 1⁄256 chance of being dropped by Muddy hands. 1⁄128 chance of being dropped by Boss trolls. |
| Equipable by | All party members |
| Class | Ring |
| Buy Price | N/a |
| Sell Price | 750 |
| Flavor text | A spiked band blessed with an enchantment that increases attack power. |
The recipe book Rings Around the World contains the recipe for the strength ring. It can be found in a treasure chest on Insula Australis as soon as the player has acquired the ship.
Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below
 Strength ring
| |
|---|---|
| Skill Boost Until Damaged | +20.0% |
| Quick Recipe | Royal soil x3 + Lava lump x2* |
| Classic Recipe | Royal soil x2 + Finessence* |
| Luxury Recipe | Royal soil + Gold ring* |
| Equipable by | All Characters |
| Buy Price | N/a |
| Sell Price | 300 |
| Flavor text | This stunning ring strengthens skills till its wearer takes a hit. |
The classic and luxury recipes for the strength ring can be dropped rarely by Trolls.
Dragon Quest Heroes II: Twin Kings and the Prophecy's End
The strength ring boosts attack power-increasing effects such as Oomph by 25%, reaching to a total of 50% once it has been fully upgraded. It will also grant +10 bonuses to attack and max HP when it has been fully upgraded, as well. The strength ring can be obtained by exchanging 20 mini medals once or be dropped by Trolls and Great trolls.
Descriptions
| Game | Description |
 | Supplements the strength of whoever should happen to slip it on.[1] |
 | A magic ring that increases the wearer's attack power.[2] |
 | A band that bolsters brawn when worn.[3] |
 | A spiked band blessed with an enchantment that increases attack power.[4] |
 | This stunning ring strengthens skills till its wearer takes a hit.[5] |
 | A ring that offers the wearer a little extra Oomph.[6] |
Gallery
- DQVII Strength Ring.png
The strength ring in Dragon Quest VII.
The strength ring in Dragon Quest VIII.
References
- ↑ Nintendo DS and Cell phone Version
- ↑ Sony PlayStation 2, Nintendo 3DS, and Cell phone Version
- ↑ Nintendo DS verson.
- ↑ Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.
- ↑ Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.
- ↑ Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.
