Mini medal

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A mini medal (tiny medal/small medal) is an item hidden throughout many Dragon Quest games. They are often found in chests of drawers, treasure chests, and other searchable locations. Collected mini medals can be exchanged for various prizes in the game in which they are found.

Dragon Quest III

Mini medals only appear in the remakes of Dragon Quest III. They are collected by a man living in the well in Aliahan.

Dragon Quest IV

In Dragon Quest IV, mini medals are collected by a king who lives in a small castle that is reachable by ship.

Medals Prize Infomation
15 Strength ring +8 strength
20 Ruby of protection +15 defence
25 Magical skirt +45 defence, protects against magical attacks. Female characters only.
30 Staff of divine wrath +35 attack
34 Kerplunk bracer Revives user upon death
38 Miracle sword +100 attack; recovers HP on hit
43 Happy hat +15 defence, recovers MP while strolling on field.
47 Mighty armlet +25 strength
52 Liquid metal shield +60 defence
60 Gringham whip +125 attack; hits all enemies

Dragon Quest V

Once the player gets a ship after the hero's wedding, mini medals can be brought to King Dominicus in the southernmost island of the world. Unlike in other games, prizes can be received in any order.

Medals Prize Infomation
12 Powjamas +40 defence
17 Glombolero +37 defence, may absorb MP
23 Miracle sword +100 attack; recovers HP on hit
28 Sacred armour +75 defence; recover HP after each round
35 Falcon blade +67 attack; hits twice
50 Metal king shield +70 defence


Dragon Quest VII

After the player defeats Gracos in Hamelia, the player is able to access the Medal King provided that they also have the Magic Carpet.

Medals Prize Infomation
45 Poison Dagger 1 Attack, 15 Appearance, Equipable by Maribel, Gabo and Melvin. Can instantly kill an enemy
50 Wind Staff 35 Attack, 20 Appearance, Equipable by Marible and Melvin. When used in battle, it casts Infermore
58 Sacrifice Ring When used in battle, it cast Sacrifice
65 Miracle Sword 100 Attack, 38 Appearance, Equipable by Hero and Aira. 1/4 of the damage done against enemies is recovered in HP
75 Blueprint Used in the Monster Park
83 Sage Rock When used in battle, recovers ~80 HP to all allies.
90 Metal King Shield 70 Defense, 40 Appearance, Equipable by everyone but Maribel. Reduces 30 damage from fire/ice attacks.
95 Bolero 40 Defense, -50 Appearance, Equipable by All. Reduces MP consumption by half
100 ? Shard Used on the Pedestals in the Estard Ruins.
105 Ultimate Whip 145 Attack, 57 Appearance, Equipable by Maribel, Melvin and Aira. Attacks all enemies with decreasing damage.
110 Platinum King Jewel Heart Allows one character to become a Platinum King Jewel when taken to the Temple of Dharma

Dragon Quest VIII

In Dragon Quest VIII, they are collected by Princess Minnie.

Dragon Quest IX

Captain Max Meddlin collects mini medals in Dragon Quest IX. He can be found in the north east corner of Dourbridge. Prizes are awarded after giving the captain a certain number of mini medals. After the captain is presented with the 80th mini medal, he gives the player a Dragon Robe and the Capn's Curtsy party trick. Afterwards, the player can trade in any number of mini medals for whichever prize they choose. The prizes are listed below

Medals Prize Infomation
3 Prayer ring Recovers MP on use; may break. Also used in several alchemy recipes.
5 Elfin elixir Restores all MP of a single party member
8 Saint's ashes Used to purify cursed equipment
10 Reset stone Resets certain equipment to their base forms
15 Orichalcum Required for many alchemy recipes
20 Pixie boots Protects against Damage Floors while equipped

Dragon Quest Swords

You can exchange your mini medals to Minimoggie . He is located in a cave in the north east corner of Castle Avalonia.

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