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Machinoid is a boss in the game Dragon Quest VII

Appearance

Machinoid is humanoid in appearance. He is wrapped in chain mail and has a bucket-like helmet. He wields a flail in battle.

Synopsis

The Machinoid was sent by the Demon Lord to Falrod with an army of MechSoldiers to conquer and eradicate the populace. Before the party arrives, his army is overwhelming the Falrodian army to the point where the king must hire mercenaries to stave off the invasion. Because of the Machinoid's invasion, the country is demoralized.

However the tide turns for the Falrodians when the party obtain a MechSoldier. Zebbot is able to reprogram this MechSoldier. Now named Eri, the robot can broadcast a signal to disrupt the orders given to them by the Machinoid. This allows the party to enter the MechSoldier's Base.

The party meets the Machinoid who orders a group of MechSoldiers to attack them. However, the signal broadcast from Eri disrupts the command given to them by the Machinoid and, in turn, causes them to go berserk and attack themselves. Frustrated by this failure, the Machinoid is forced to kill the party themselves. The party defeats the Machinoid who, with his last breath, summons the EvilMech to kill them and the entire continent.

Strategy

The Machinoid has about 250-300 HP. It can also summon Clockmechs in battle as well. The player should ignore that and concentrate on the Machinoid. Maribel should use Sap twice to remove its defense. If she has learned Heal as well, she should be designated Healer. Kiefer should be using FireSlash and if he has learned Psycheup, he should use that in conjunction with FireSlash. The Hero and Gabo should use physical attacks. After the Machinoid is defeated, defeat all the other Clockmechs to win the battle. Make sure to save some herbs and MP for the next fight because the party fights EvilMech after their victory.

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