Timbrel of tension

Timbrel of Tension
Japanese	ふしぎなタンバリン
Romaji	{{{romaji}}}
Old localizations	Timbrel of Tension
Found in	Dragon Quest VIII
Effect	Increases the party's tension by one level.

The timbrel of tension (ふしぎなタンバリン, mysterious tambourine) is an item introduced in Dragon Quest VIII. It's main purpose is to increase tension and appears multiple times throughout the series.

Appearances

Dragon Quest VIII

Timbrels of tension is an item that raises the entire party's tension by one level. It has unlimited uses. It cannot be bought and can only be made in the Alchemy Pot.

Recipe: Timbrel of tension = Sun crown + Tough guy tattoo + Magic beast hide

Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below

Timbrels of tension appear as one-time use items in this game, rather than having unlimited uses. When picked up by the character being controlled by the player, it will fill the character's tension bar completely, making it useful when it comes to boss fights. Timbrels of tension can sometimes be found by smashing pots or barrels and since they do not carry over between stages, they should be used as needed.

Dragon Quest Heroes II: The Twin Kings and the Prophecy's End

The Timbrel of Tension returns in the sequel as a skill that can be used by Angelo. It can be learned for 8 skill points and costs 8 MP to use. Rather than increasing the party's tension, it increases the rate at which they will gain tension.

Description

Game	Description
	A musical instrument that raises the tension of the entire party.

Gallery

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  Angelo using the Timbrel of Tension in Heroes II