Magic vestment
The Magic vestment, also known as Magical robes, is a recurring robe in the series. It can be worn by priests and other spellcasters and reduces damage from magic spells.
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| Japanese | まほうのほうい まほうの法衣 (VII onward) |
| Romaji | Mahō no hōi |
| Old localizations | Sacred robe Magic robe Cleric's magic robe[1] Magical robes |
| Found in | Dragon Quest III Dragon Quest IV Dragon Quest VII Dragon Quest VIII Dragon Quest IX Dragon Quest XI Dragon Quest Treasures Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai: A Hero's Bonds |
| Effect | Reduces damage taken from magic spells. |
CharacteristicsEdit
The design of the magic vestment has changed little over the years. It is a long, trailing robe similar to those worn by real life clergy, with a high collar and white fur lining, clasps in the front, and gold crosses embroidered on the sleeves. In most of the art, the robe appears to be either a red or magenta colour, but it is depicted as mint green in IV. The length of the robe has changed depending on the game as well, as the end trails on the ground behind the wearer in III and IV, but in later games, the robe ends at the ankles. The robe's name in Japanese, Mahō no hōi, refers to a ceremonial garment worn by either a Buddhist or Taoist priest.
AppearancesEdit
Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of SalvationEdit
The Magic vestment has a Defence bonus of +30, reduces magic damage taken by 33%, and can be equipped by Priests and Sages. It can be purchased at Theddon, Lanson, Damdara, and the third and fourth stages of the Immigrant Town for 4,400 gold and sold for 3,300 gold.
Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the ChosenEdit
The Magic vestment has a Defence bonus of +35 (+38 in the NES Version), reduces non-Zap spell damage by 33%, and can only be worn by Kiryl and Meena. It can be purchased from Dunplundrin, Canalot, Rosehill, Riverton, and the Azimuth for 4,400 gold and sold for 3,300 gold.
Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten PastEdit
The Magic vestment has a Defence bonus of +30, a Style bonus of +20, and reduces non-Zap spell damage by 25 points. It may only be equipped by Maribel, Ruff, and Sir Mervyn. It can be purchased from Alltrades Abbey in the present and El Ciclo in the past for 4,000 gold and sold for 2,000 gold. Magic vestments can also be purchased at the Casino at Pilgrim's Rest for 1,000 tokens.
Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed KingEdit
| Game | Description |
 | An enchanted garment that reduces damage from spells by 2/3.[2] |
The Magic vestment has a Defence bonus of +39 and reduces damage taken by non-Zap spells by 33%. The vestment's in-game description erroneously states that it reduces damage by 2/3 rather than to 2/3rds. It can only be worn by Jessica and Angelo, as well as Morrie and Red in the Nintendo 3DS version. Magic vestments can be purchased from Savella Cathedral and Argonia for 4,400 gold and sold for 2,200 gold or dropped by Fallen priests and Wight priests. The vestment can be upgraded into a Sage's robe in the Alchemy Pot, as well.
| Item | Ingredient 1 | Ingredient 2 | Ingredient 3 |
 Sage's robe |
 Magic vestment |
 Scholar's cap |
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Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry SkiesEdit
Appearing under the moniker of Magical robes, it is the first in a line of posh clothing that pumps up the otherworldly arts with aplomb.
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| Description | ||||
| A magical vestment that spoils the effects of spells. | ||||
| Rarity | Stats | Vocations | ||
| ★☆☆☆☆ | Defence +15 Magical Might +12 Magical Mending +12 Charm +19 |
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| Notes | ||||
| Reduces damage taken from fire, ice, wind, lightning/explosion, and dark-elemental attacks by 18%. Dropped by Sorcerers and Shamans. Upgrades into Enchanted robes. |
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| Price | Location | |||
| 3,600/1,800 | Sold in Gleeba. One found in Bloomingdale*. |
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Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive AgeEdit
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| Description | ||||
| A conjuror's cloak that can lessen the effects of incoming offensive magic. | ||||
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| Stats with forge buffs | ||||
| Defence +39/41/43/45 Magical Might +15/16/17/19 Magical Mending +15/16/17/19 |
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| Notes | ||||
| Elemental damage taken reduced by 18%. Requires 10 Perfectionist's pearls to rework. |
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| Price | Location | |||
| 4,400/2,200 | Sold at the armour shop and the roving emporium* at Sniflheim, the roving emporium in the Snærfelt*, and the item shop at Arboria*. 1⁄128 chance of being dropped by Leger-de-men and Vicious leger-de-men. |
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| ★★☆☆☆ | ||||
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The recipe book That's Magic contains the recipe for the magic vestment. It is received as a reward for completing Quest #26: A Cold Crush.
Dragon Quest TreasuresEdit
The Magical robes are Treasure No. 83 in the Armour 1 category and can be found on Cinderback Ridge or the Hinterquarters. Its base value is 880,000 gold.
| Game | Description |
 | A classy cloak worn by those who rank highest among heaven's helpers.[3] |
Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai: A Hero's BondsEdit
The Magic vestment is a 3★ outfit that can be equipped by Mages, Priests, and Sages. When equipped, it would temporarily lower the target's Fire Resistance by 20% after performing a Boss Break. In this game, the vestment included trousers and boots that are worn underneath. It could be acquired commonly from limited Treasure Hunts.
In Other LanguagesEdit
| Language | Translation | Meaning |
 Español | Abrigo mágico Túnica mágica (IX) | Spanish for "magic overcoat". Spanish for "magical tunic". |
 Français | Manteau magique | French for "magic cloak". |
 Deutsch | Zauberrobe | German for "magic robe". |
 Italiano | Abito della magia | Italian for "garment/habit of magic". |
GalleryEdit
The magic vestment from Dragon Quest III
A female priest from Dragon Quest III wearing the magic vestment
Meena from Dragon Quest IV wearing the magic vestment
The magic vestment from Dragon Quest VII
Magical robes icon in Treasures
A Hero's Bonds icon
DQ Trading Card Game
