| Dragon Quest monster
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| Platypunk
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Art by Akira Toriyama
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| Japanese
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ももんじゃ
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| Romaji
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Momonja
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| First appearance
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Dragon Quest IV
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| Old localization
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Monjar, Mommonja
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The Platypunk is a recurring enemy in the Dragon Quest series. Introduced in Dragon Quest IV, they are essentially a cross between a platypus and a monkey, the 'punk' in their names likely referencing their Mohawks.
Characteristics
Platypunks are short, round creatures with duckbills, bird-like claws, long, monkey-esque tails, and a Mohawk. They are often depicted as being white and silver furred and their eyes have a roundness to them that is similar to that seen in Slime eyes.
In terms of strength, Platypunks aren't too strong, often being one of the weakest enemies in the games they appear in. Their methods of attack have varied between spitting water, spinning out with their tails, or viciously scratching with their claws.
In the Slime MoriMori series they are established as the primary villains, though they still aren't very strong.
Appearances
Original (NES)
- Sprite
- Bestiary No.
- 046
- Spell(s)
- None
- Skill(s)
- Flee
- Sprites
- Notable Changes
- None
Platypunk (ももんじゃ Momonja)
| List No. |
002 |
| Field Notes |
Don't be fooled by their fluffy fur and funny faces—these big-beaked bad 'uns pack a punch! One whack from their long, white tails can set enemies snoring—and sometimes even bring about the Big Sleep. |
| Location(s) |
Greena Pastures |
| Item(s) Dropped |
Fine fur, Hardy hide |
Notable Platypunks
Related monsters
Gallery
Slime MoriMori Dragon Quest.
Mini-boss from Slime MoriMori Dragon Quest.
Slime MoriMori Dragon Quest.
Ducktor Cid from Slime MoriMori Dragon Quest.
Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime.
Don Clawleone from Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime.
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker.
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2.
Slime MoriMori Dragon Quest 3.
DQHII weapon Plat o' One Tails
Jessica wielding the Plat o' One Tails