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{{quote|style=1|quote=A comfortable and lightweight suit of armour constructed from innumerable metal links..|source=Description of the chain mail in ''Dragon Quest VIII''}}
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|title = ''Chain mail''
|title = ''Chain mail''
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|japanese = くさりかたびら
|japanese = くさりかたびら
|names = Chain mail
|names = Chain mail
|games = ''[[Dragon Quest I]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest II]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest III]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest V]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest X]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest Builders]]''
|games = {{Dragon Quest}}<br>{{Dragon Quest II}}<br>{{Dragon Quest III}}<br>{{Dragon Quest IV}}<br>{{Dragon Quest V}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VI}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VIII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest IX}}{{Dragon Quest X}}<br>{{DQB}}
|buy = various, see article
|buy = various, see article
|sell = various, see article
|sell = various, see article
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The '''chain mail''' is a recurring set of armour in the ''[[Dragon Quest]]'' series. Light and easy to move about in, it provides a decent amount of protection to the wearer.
The '''Chain mail''' is a recurring set of armour in the {{DQSeries}}. Light and easy to move about in, it provides a decent amount of protection to the wearer.


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
The chain mail consists of a long sleeveless tunic made out of interlocking chains, also known as a byrnie, as well as a set of metal pauldrons and a gorget that goes around the wearer's neck and shoulders. Worn around the waist is a metal belt. The chain mail generally provides a good amount of defence at a relatively affordable price compared to heavier sets of armour.
The Chain mail consists of a long sleeveless tunic made out of interlocking chains, also known as a byrnie, as well as a set of metal pauldrons and a gorget that goes around the wearer's neck and shoulders. Worn around the waist is a metal belt. The chain mail generally provides a good amount of defence at a relatively affordable price compared to heavier sets of armour.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
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|kanji=くさりかたびら
|romanji=kusari katabira
|romanji=kusari katabira
|buy=300 [[gold]]
|buy=300 [[gold]] coins
|sell=150 [[gold]]
|sell=150 [[gold]] coins
|attributes=Defence +10.
|attributes={{Defence}} +10.
|can-equip={{Icon|Hero (Dragon Quest)}}
|can-equip={{Icon|Hero (Dragon Quest)}}
|type=[[Armour]]
|type=[[Armour]]
|in-battle=no
|in-battle=no
|shops=[[Garinham]] and [[Mercado]]
|shops=[[Galenholm]] and [[Cantlin]]
|locations=
|locations=
|description=Made from interlocking loops of sturdy steel.
|description=Made from interlocking loops of sturdy steel.
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==={{DQ2}}===
==={{DQ2}}===
The chain mail has a defence bonus of +12. It can be purchased for 480 gold in [[Leftwyne]] and [[Hamlin]] and sold for 292 gold. The [[Hero (Dragon Quest II)|Hero]] and the [[Prince of Cannock]] can equip it.
The Chain mail has a {{Defence}} bonus of +12. It can be purchased for 480 [[gold]] coins in [[Leftwyne]] and [[Moonahan]] and sold for 292 gold coins. The {{Hero 2}} and the [[Prince of Cannock]] can equip it.


==={{DQ3}}===
==={{DQ3}}===
The chain mail defense bonus of +20. It can be purchased from [[Romaly]] and [[Assaram]] for 480 gold and sold for 360 gold. The [[Hero (Dragon Quest III)|Hero]], [[Warrior]]s, [[Priest]]s, [[Sage|Sages]], and [[Merchant]]s can equip it.
The Chain mail {{Defense}} bonus of +20. It can be purchased from [[Romaria]] and [[Asham]] for 480 [[gold]] coins and sold for 360 gold coins. The {{Hero 3}}, [[Warrior]]s, [[Priest]]s, [[Sage]]s, and [[Merchant]]s can equip it.


==={{DQ4}}===
==={{DQ4}}===
The chain mail has a defence bonus of +18. Can be sold for 262 gold and bought for 350 gold in [[Burland]], [[Izmit]], [[Lakanaba]], [[Endor]], [[Frenor]], and [[Branca]]. The [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|Hero]], [[Kiryl]], [[Ragnar]], [[Torneko]], [[Alena]], and [[Psaro (Character)|Psaro]] can equip it.
The Chain mail has a {{Defence}} bonus of +18. Can be sold for 262 [[gold]] coin and bought for 350 gold coin in [[Burland]], [[Strathbaile]], [[Lakanaba]], [[Endor]], [[Vrenor]], and [[Casabranca]]. The {{Hero 4}}, [[Kiryl]], {{Ragnar}}, {{Torneko}}, [[Alena]], and {{Psaro 9}} can equip it.


==={{DQ5}}===
==={{DQ5}}===
The chain mail has a defence bonus of +19. It can be sold for 375 gold and bought for 500 gold. [[Harry]], [[Pippin]], [[Centaurus]], [[Eigerhorn]], [[Lionex]], [[Messala]], [[Slime Knight]], [[Soldier Bull]], and [[Springer]] can equip it.
The Chain mail has a {{Defence}} bonus of +19. It can be sold for 375 [[gold]] coins and bought for 500 gold coins. [[Harry]], [[Tuppence]], [[Revaulting horse (Recruit)|Revaulting horse]], [[Moosifer (Recruit)|Moosifer]], [[Hyperanemon (Recruit)|Hyperanemon]], [[Samigina (Recruit)|Samigina]], [[Slime knight (Recruit)|Slime knight]], [[Warhog (Recruit)|Warhog]], and [[Mandrake marshal (Recruit)|Mandrake marshal]] can equip it.


==={{DQ6}}===
==={{DQ6}}===
The chain mail has a defense bonus of +19. They can be bought in [[Reidock]] for 500 gold.
The Chain mail has a {{Defence}} bonus of +19. They can be bought in [[Somnia (Lower World)|Somnia]] for 500 [[gold]] coins.


==={{DQ7}}===
==={{DQ7}}===
The chain mail has a defence bonus of +20 and a style bonus of +23. It can be purchased at [[Frobisher]] and the Pilgrim's Rest Inn for 1,050 gold and sold for 525 gold. The [[Hero (Dragon Quest VII)|Hero]], [[Kiefer]], [[Sir Mervyn]], and [[Aishe]] can equip it.
The Chain mail has a {{Defence}} bonus of +20 and a {{Style}} bonus of +23. It can be purchased at [[Frobisher]] and the Pilgrim's Rest Inn for 1,050 [[gold]] coins and sold for 525 gold coins. The {{Hero 7}}, [[Kiefer]], [[Sir Mervyn]], and [[Aishe]] can equip it.


==={{DQ8}}===
==={{DQ8}}===
The chain mail has a defence bonus of +20. In the original version, it could only be equipped by [[Yangus]], but in the 3DS version, both [[Morrie]] and [[Red]] can equip it as well. It can be bought for 500 gold in [[Peregrin Quay]] and [[Simpleton]] and sold for 250 gold. One set can be found in [[Pickham]]. The chain mail can be made in the [[Alchemy Pot]] by combining [[wayfarer's clothes]] with a [[chain whip]]. The chain mail can also be upgraded into the [[bronze armour]] by combining it with a [[bronze shield]].
The Chain mail has a {{Defence}} bonus of +20. In the {{PS2}} and [[Cell phone]] Version, it could only be equipped by [[Yangus]], but in the {{3DS}} Version, both [[Morrie]] and [[Red]] can equip it as well. It can be bought for 500 [[gold]] coins in [[Peregrin Quay]] and [[Simpleton]] and sold for 250 gold coins. One set can be found in [[Pickham]]. The Chain mail can be made in the [[Krak Pot|Alchemy Pot]] by combining [[Wayfarer's clothes]] with a [[Chain whip]]. The Chain mail can also be upgraded into the [[Bronze armour]] by combining it with a [[Bronze shield]].


==={{DQ9}}===
==={{DQ9}}===
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{{Equipment|stat|name=Defence|modifier=+11}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Defence|modifier=+11}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★☆☆☆☆}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★☆☆☆☆}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=540|sellPrice=270|equipableBy=[[Warrior]], [[Priest]], [[Thief]], [[Minstrel]], [[Gladiator]], [[Paladin]], [[Armamentalist]], [[Ranger]], [[Luminary]]|class=Armour
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=540|sellPrice=270|equipableBy=[[Warrior]], [[Priest]], [[Thief]], [[Minstrel]], [[Gladiator]], [[Paladin]], [[Armamentalist]], [[Ranger]], {{Luminary V}}|class=Armour
|flavor=A supple suit made from little loops of wire.
|flavor=A supple suit made from little loops of wire.
|notes=Sold in [[Stornway]] and [[Coffinwell]].<br>Upgrades to [[Holy mail]] and [[Chainmail socks]].}}
|notes=Sold in [[Stornway]] and [[Coffinwell]].<br>Upgrades to [[Holy mail]] and [[Chainmail socks]].}}
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==Descriptions==
==Descriptions==
{{Descriptions
{{Descriptions
|DQ2=Mail made from interlocking loops of sturdy steel.<ref>Mobile, Android and iOS version</ref>
|DQ=Mail made from interlocking loops of sturdy steel.<ref name="auto">[[Cell phone]] Version.</ref>
|DQ4=Doesn't appear to have any special effect.<ref name="auto">Mobile, Android, iOS and Nintendo DS version</ref>
|DQ2=Mail made from interlocking loops of sturdy steel.<ref name="auto"/>
|DQ5=Doesn't appear to have any special effect.<ref name="auto"/>
|DQ4=Doesn't appear to have any special effect.<ref name="auto1">[[Cell phone]] and Nintendo DS Version.</ref>
|DQ5=Doesn't appear to have any special effect.<ref name="auto1"/>
|DQ8=A comfortable and lightweight suit of armour constructed from innumerable metal links.
}}
}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
<center><gallery>
Image:DQ_Hero_Chain_Mail.png|DQI's [[Hero (Dragon Quest)|Hero]] wearing the chain mail
DQ_Hero_Chain_Mail.png|''DQ's'' {{Hero 1}} wearing the Chain mail.
Image:DQ2 chain mail.jpg|The [[Prince of Cannock]] wearing chain mail
DQ2 chain mail.jpg|The [[Prince of Cannock]] wearing Chain mail.
Image:Chainmail.JPG|
Chainmail.JPG|
Image:DQIIIChainMail.png|A male priest from ''Dragon Quest III'' wearing chain mail
DQIIIChainMail.png|A male priest from {{Dragon Quest III}} wearing Chain mail.
Image:Torneko_Chain_Mail.png|[[Torneko]] wearing the chain mail
Torneko_Chain_Mail.png|{{Torneko}} wearing the Chain mail.
Image:Chain mail.png|Chain mail from ''Dragon Quest VII''
Chain mail.png|Chain mail from {{Dragon Quest VII}}.
</gallery></center>
</gallery></center>


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[[Category:Dragon Quest IX armor]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IX armor]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Builders armor]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Builders armor]]
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Revision as of 02:47, 26 January 2022

Chain mail
DQVIII Chain Mail.png
Japanese くさりかたびら
Romaji {{{romaji}}}
Old localizations Chain mail
Found in Dragon Quest
Dragon Quest II
Dragon Quest III
Dragon Quest IV
Dragon Quest V
Dragon Quest VI
Dragon Quest VII
Dragon Quest VIII
Dragon Quest IX'Dragon Quest X
Dragon Quest Builders
Effect various, see article

The Chain mail is a recurring set of armour in the Dragon Quest series. Light and easy to move about in, it provides a decent amount of protection to the wearer.

Characteristics

The Chain mail consists of a long sleeveless tunic made out of interlocking chains, also known as a byrnie, as well as a set of metal pauldrons and a gorget that goes around the wearer's neck and shoulders. Worn around the waist is a metal belt. The chain mail generally provides a good amount of defence at a relatively affordable price compared to heavier sets of armour.

Appearances

Dragon Quest

Chain mail (くさりかたびら kusari katabira)DQ-SNES-LOGO-ICON.PNG
Buy Sell Attributes
300 gold coins 150 gold coins Defence +10.
Can Be Equipped By Equipment Type Can Be Used As Tool In Battle?
ICON-Hero (Dragon Quest).png Armour ICON-NO-X.png NO
Shop(s) Galenholm and Cantlin
Location(s)
In-Game Description
Mobile Made from interlocking loops of sturdy steel.


Dragon Quest II: Luminaries of the Legendary Line

The Chain mail has a Defence bonus of +12. It can be purchased for 480 gold coins in Leftwyne and Moonahan and sold for 292 gold coins. The Hero and the Prince of Cannock can equip it.

Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation

The Chain mail Defense bonus of +20. It can be purchased from Romaria and Asham for 480 gold coins and sold for 360 gold coins. The Hero, Warriors, Priests, Sages, and Merchants can equip it.

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen

The Chain mail has a Defence bonus of +18. Can be sold for 262 gold coin and bought for 350 gold coin in Burland, Strathbaile, Lakanaba, Endor, Vrenor, and Casabranca. The Hero, Kiryl, Ragnar, Torneko, Alena, and 9th Chosen One can equip it.

Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride

The Chain mail has a Defence bonus of +19. It can be sold for 375 gold coins and bought for 500 gold coins. Harry, Tuppence, Revaulting horse, Moosifer, Hyperanemon, Samigina, Slime knight, Warhog, and Mandrake marshal can equip it.

Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation

The Chain mail has a Defence bonus of +19. They can be bought in Somnia for 500 gold coins.

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past

The Chain mail has a Defence bonus of +20 and a Style bonus of +23. It can be purchased at Frobisher and the Pilgrim's Rest Inn for 1,050 gold coins and sold for 525 gold coins. The Hero, Kiefer, Sir Mervyn, and Aishe can equip it.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King

The Chain mail has a Defence bonus of +20. In the PS2 and Cell phone Version, it could only be equipped by Yangus, but in the 3DS Version, both Morrie and Red can equip it as well. It can be bought for 500 gold coins in Peregrin Quay and Simpleton and sold for 250 gold coins. One set can be found in Pickham. The Chain mail can be made in the Alchemy Pot by combining Wayfarer's clothes with a Chain whip. The Chain mail can also be upgraded into the Bronze armour by combining it with a Bronze shield.

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies

DQIX chain mail.png  Chain mail
Defence +11
Rarity ★☆☆☆☆
Equipable by Warrior, Priest, Thief, Minstrel, Gladiator, Paladin, Armamentalist, Ranger, Luminary
Buy Price 540
Sell Price 270
Flavor text A supple suit made from little loops of wire.
Notes Sold in Stornway and Coffinwell.
Upgrades to Holy mail and Chainmail socks.

Dragon Quest Builders

Dragon Quest Builders 2

The Builder learns how to craft Chain mail at level 12. It increases Defence by +28, and can be crafted with 2 units of Copper ingots and 1 unit of fur at an anvil.

Descriptions

GameDescription
DQ-SNES-LOGO-ICON.PNG
Mail made from interlocking loops of sturdy steel.[1]
DQ2-SNES-LOGO-ICON.PNG
Mail made from interlocking loops of sturdy steel.[1]
DQ4-NES-LOGO-ICON.png
Doesn't appear to have any special effect.[2]
DQ5-SNES-LOGO-ICON.png
Doesn't appear to have any special effect.[2]
DQ8-LOGO-ICON.png
A comfortable and lightweight suit of armour constructed from innumerable metal links.

Gallery

Reference

  1. 1.0 1.1 Cell phone Version.
  2. 2.0 2.1 Cell phone and Nintendo DS Version.
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