Axe knight
The axe knight (MadKnight / Mad Knight in later translations) is a recurring monster in the Dragon Quest series. Introduced in the original Dragon Quest, it is a bulky knight-like monster.
Characteristics
Wearing heavy, bulky armor and equipped with an axe and shield, the axe knight is as impressive a physical force as its appearance lets on. In the original NES version of Dragon Quest it was armed only with an axe and faced to the right, likely to differentiate it some from related monsters.
The axe knight has been a boss in the majority of its appearances, a role it fills well. Likely to be encountered after players confront the green dragon, and lacking the music vulnerability of the golem, it can be considered the strongest boss in the original Dragon Quest, ousted only by the obviously stronger final boss, the Dragonlord.
Appearances
Dragon Quest
The axe knight appears as an optional boss that can be encountered in the ruined town of Hauksness. While fighting it isn't necessary to beat the game, it certainly makes doing so easier since Erdrick's armor can be found near where the axe knight is fought.
Dragon Quest Monsters
An axe knight is the boss of a hidden gate, the last room of which is a recreation of the section of Hauksness the monster could be found in in the original Dragon Quest. It is a strong opponent that can use the powerful, if not also at times self-destructive, Massacre skill and will desire to join the party after being defeated.
