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'''Defend''' is a very basic stance appearing in every installment of the ''[[Dragon Quest series|Dragon Quest]]'' series. Upon use, the character cuts off around 50% of all incoming damage during the round. Since it is one of the most basic commands, it's located on the top level.
'''Defend''' is a very basic stance appearing in every installment of the ''[[Dragon Quest series|Dragon Quest]]'' series. Upon use, the character reduces all damage by 50% for that turn. Since it is one of the most basic commands, it's located in a character's main action menu.
 
A popular misconception is that the skill will not take effect until the defending character's turn takes place--this is false, as damage reduction begins immediately at the start of the battle phase.


==See also==
==See also==
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Revision as of 20:32, 9 May 2020

Defend is a very basic stance appearing in every installment of the Dragon Quest series. Upon use, the character reduces all damage by 50% for that turn. Since it is one of the most basic commands, it's located in a character's main action menu.

A popular misconception is that the skill will not take effect until the defending character's turn takes place--this is false, as damage reduction begins immediately at the start of the battle phase.

See also