Magic shield
The magic shield is a recurring shield in the Dragon Quest series. It is designed to guard against harmful magic and elemental damage, hence the whimsical design.
Appearances
Dragon Quest III
Appearing only in the remakes, the magic shield can be equipped by all vocations save for the martial artist. It boosts defence by +25, and cuts all magical damage by 25%.
Dragon Quest V
The magic shield has a defence bonus of +22, and Frizz, Sizz, and fire breath damage by 7.
Dragon Quest VI
The magic shield has a defence bonus of +20 and reduces Frizz, Sizz, and Bang damage by 8. It can be equipped by the Hero, Carver, Ashlynn, Terry, Nevan, and Amos.
Dragon Quest VII
The magic shield has a defence bonus of +18 and a style bonus of +21. It can be equipped by the Hero, Maribel, Sir Mervyn, and Aishe. It can be purchased in many shops for 5,000 gold and sold for 2,500. Magic shields can also be won as prizes from the Lucky Panel at the Casino.
Dragon Quest VIII
The magic shield has a defence bonus of +27 and decreases frizz, sizz, and bang damage by 15. It can be equipped by the Hero or Angelo.
Recipe: Steel shield + Prayer ring + Ruby of protection
Dragon Quest IX
This shield can be elevated by alchemizing it with an Enchanted stone.
See Also
Gallery
Dragon Quest V
The magic shield from Dragon Quest VII
