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{{quote|style=1|quote='''''I am the Dragonlord, master of masters, king of kings! Long have I awaited this moment. Come! Take thy rightful place at my side! Do so, and I will grant unto thee dominion over half the world!'''''|source= | {{quote|style=1|quote='''''I am the Dragonlord, master of masters, king of kings! Long have I awaited this moment. Come! Take thy rightful place at my side! Do so, and I will grant unto thee dominion over half the world!'''''|source=Tempting the {{Hero 1}}|console=|bgcolor=9932CC}} | ||
{{Character | {{Character | ||
|Game={{Dragon Quest}} | |Game={{Dragon Quest}} | ||
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|Romaji=Ryūō | |Romaji=Ryūō | ||
|Class=[[Demon Swordsman]] (''Rivals'') | |Class=[[Demon Swordsman]] (''Rivals'') | ||
|Title={{tt|Incarnation of Evil|悪の化身, Aku no keshin}} ( | |Title={{tt|Incarnation of Evil|悪の化身, Aku no keshin}} ({{Rivals}}) | ||
|Old=Dracolord ({{GBC}} era) | |Old=Dracolord ({{GBC}} era) | ||
|Race=Unknown | |Race=Unknown | ||
|Family=[[Dragonlord's great-great-grandson]] (Descendant)<br> [[Castle of the Dragon Queen|The Dragon Queen]] (Ancestor) | |Family=[[Dragonlord's great-great-grandson]] (Descendant)<br> [[Castle of the Dragon Queen|The Dragon Queen]] (Ancestor) | ||
|Voice Actor = [https://www. | |Voice Actor = [[Don Brown]] ({{Captain N}})[https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/tv-shows/Captain-N-The-Game-Master/Dragonlord/]<br>[[Seizō Katō]] ([[Dragon Quest I CD Theater|CD Theater]])<br>[[Hôchû Ôtsuka]] ({{Rivals}} and {{X}}) | ||
|}} | |}} | ||
The '''Dragonlord''' is the main antagonist and final boss of the original | The '''Dragonlord''' is the main antagonist and final boss of the original {{Dragon Quest}}. Before the game starts, he steals the [[Sphere of Light]] from [[Tantegel]] Castle to unleash his forces of darkness upon [[Alefgard]]; he then kidnaps [[Princess Gwaelin]] to hold her hostage and prevent her father from challenging his new tyranny. | ||
At the end of | At the end of {{Dragon Quest}}, the {{Hero 1}} defeated the Dragonlord and restored peace to [[Alefgard]]. | ||
==Characteristics== | ==Characteristics== | ||
The Dragonlord resides in [[Dragonlord's Castle]] (Formerly referred to in past localizations as [[Charlock Castle]]), which is located to the southeast across the water from Tantegel Castle. Within the castle, the Dragonlord resides on the bottom-most level. Throughout the game, the Dragonlord never leaves the castle, similar to [[Hargon]] in {{ | The Dragonlord resides in [[Dragonlord's Castle]] (Formerly referred to in past localizations as [[Dragonlord's Castle|Charlock Castle]]), which is located to the southeast across the water from [[Tantegel]] Castle. Within the castle, the Dragonlord resides on the bottom-most level. Throughout the game, the Dragonlord never leaves the castle, similar to [[Hargon]] in {{Dragon Quest II}}. | ||
===Personality=== | ===Personality=== | ||
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Though brutal and mindlessly savage at first glance, these actions are actually well planned tactics meant to secure the scaley lord's political power in [[Alefgard]]. As mentioned above, the kidnapping of the [[Princess Gwaelin|princess]] is meant to keep the king and citizens from so much as daring to think about standing up to him, and the obliteration of the kingdom's highest [[Damdara|commerce center]] meant that trade with [[Torland|outer lands]] would be crippled. Indeed, the very fact that the Dragonlord's first move in his plan was to steal the [[Sphere of Light]] shows that the would-be despot plans his actions very carefully. | Though brutal and mindlessly savage at first glance, these actions are actually well planned tactics meant to secure the scaley lord's political power in [[Alefgard]]. As mentioned above, the kidnapping of the [[Princess Gwaelin|princess]] is meant to keep the king and citizens from so much as daring to think about standing up to him, and the obliteration of the kingdom's highest [[Damdara|commerce center]] meant that trade with [[Torland|outer lands]] would be crippled. Indeed, the very fact that the Dragonlord's first move in his plan was to steal the [[Sphere of Light]] shows that the would-be despot plans his actions very carefully. | ||
When confronted by the {{Hero 1}}, the Dragonlord offers him the chance to split the world and rule half of it as his ally. This was an unprecedented move for a video game villain in 1986, when most antagonists had either no personality to speak of or theirs was confined to the pages of a manual. By offering to make a deal when cornered by the Hero, the Dragonlord proves that his aspirations are truly political in nature, and not blindly dedicated to chaos for chaos' sake. Indeed, | When confronted by the {{Hero 1}}, the Dragonlord offers him the chance to split the world and rule half of it as his ally. This was an unprecedented move for a video game villain in 1986, when most antagonists had either no personality to speak of or theirs was confined to the pages of a manual. By offering to make a deal when cornered by the {{Hero 1}}, the Dragonlord proves that his aspirations are truly political in nature, and not blindly dedicated to chaos for chaos' sake. Indeed, {{Builders}} expands on this, indicating that he's more of a radical activist for {{MFamilies}}s and treats them very well, being seen as a king of kings by them. Additionally he has no desire to exterminate [[human]]ity, but rather wishes for monsters to rule over them the way (in his view) [[human]]s have ruled over {{MFamilies}}s. | ||
In battle, the Dragonlord appears as a humanoid sorcerer who possesses the skill of [[Magic and Abilities|magic]] but is fairly weak, physically speaking. After receiving enough damage, the Dragonlord [[Puff|transforms]] into a more powerful, dragon form (his "true" form). The music also changes to the final battle theme. | In battle, the Dragonlord appears as a humanoid sorcerer who possesses the skill of [[Magic and Abilities|magic]] but is fairly weak, physically speaking. After receiving enough damage, the Dragonlord [[Puff!|transforms]] into a more powerful, dragon form (his "true" form). The music also changes to the final battle theme. | ||
===Select quotes=== | ===Select quotes=== | ||
*''"So, thou art come before me at last, Hero! And bearing tribute unto my glory in the form of [[Princess Gwaelin|a fair princess]] no less! Hm hm hm! I am honoured in deed!"'' | *''"So, thou art come before me at last, {{Hero 1}}! And bearing tribute unto my glory in the form of [[Princess Gwaelin|a fair princess]] no less! Hm hm hm! I am honoured in deed!"'' | ||
*''"I am the Dragonlord, master of masters, king of kings! Long have I awaited this moment. Come! Take thy rightful place at my side! Do so, and I will grant unto thee dominion over half the world!"'' | *''"I am the Dragonlord, master of masters, king of kings! Long have I awaited this moment. Come! Take thy rightful place at my side! Do so, and I will grant unto thee dominion over half the world!"'' | ||
*''"What say'st thou? Wilt thou rule beside me?"'' | *''"What say'st thou? Wilt thou rule beside me?"'' | ||
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===Descendants=== | ===Descendants=== | ||
In {{Dragon Quest II}}, a more friendly [[Dragonlord's grandson|descendant of the Dragonlord]] resides in the ruins of his [[Dragonlord's Castle|Castle]]. The child is very proud of his grandfather's attempt at world domination, and is very annoyed at Hargon's own attempts, seeing the effort as an upstaging of his family's legacy. He aid's the | In {{Dragon Quest II}}, a more friendly [[Dragonlord's grandson|descendant of the Dragonlord]] resides in the ruins of his [[Dragonlord's Castle|Castle]]. The child is very proud of his grandfather's attempt at world domination, and is very annoyed at [[Hargon]]'s own attempts, seeing the effort as an upstaging of his family's legacy. He aid's the {{Party 2}} by giving vital information regarding the [[5 Sigils]]. | ||
==Appearances== | ==Appearances== | ||
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The Dragonlord is the villain and final boss of the original game. | The Dragonlord is the villain and final boss of the original game. | ||
When encountered at [[ | When encountered at [[Dragonlord's Castle|his castle]], the Dragonlord offers the {{Hero 1}} an opportunity to rule half of [[Alefgard]] with him. The {{Hero 1}} refuses and eventually defeats the Dragonlord in battle, retrieving the [[Sphere of Light]] | ||
The {{Hero 1}} can accept the Dragonlord's offer to rule half the world; what happens after that differs between versions. In the Famicom/NES release, the Dragonlord mocks the Hero while the menus turn red, the screen fades to black, and the game freezes, implying the Hero has died. In the Japanese Famicom version, the Dragonlord also provides a special [[Spell of Restoration]] that starts the player off at level 1 with no equipment. In the remakes, accepting the Dragonlord's offer merely causes the | The {{Hero 1}} can accept the Dragonlord's offer to rule half the world; what happens after that differs between versions. In the {{Famicom}}/{{NES}} release, the Dragonlord mocks the {{Hero 1}} while the menus turn red, the screen fades to black, and the game freezes, implying the {{Hero 1}} has died. In the Japanese {{Famicom}} version, the Dragonlord also provides a special [[Spell of Restoration]] that starts the player off at level 1 with no equipment. In the remakes, accepting the Dragonlord's offer merely causes the {{Hero 1}} to faint and reappear outside [[Tantegel]] Castle. | ||
{{DQEnemy | {{DQEnemy | ||
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|remake-agility=55 | |remake-agility=55 | ||
|remake-spells=[[Sizzle]]<br>[[Midheal]]<br>[[Snooze]] | |remake-spells=[[Sizzle]]<br>[[Midheal]]<br>[[Snooze]] | ||
|remake-locations=[[ | |remake-locations=[[Dragonlord's Castle]] | ||
|remake-evasion={{fraction|1|64}} | |remake-evasion={{fraction|1|64}} | ||
|remake-fizzle-resist={{fraction|7|7}} | |remake-fizzle-resist={{fraction|7|7}} | ||
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|nes-agility=90 | |nes-agility=90 | ||
|nes-spells=[[Fire Breath|Breathes fire]] (16~23)<br/>[[Fire (breath)|Breathes intense fire]] (65~72) | |nes-spells=[[Fire Breath|Breathes fire]] (16~23)<br/>[[Fire (breath)|Breathes intense fire]] (65~72) | ||
|nes-locations=[[ | |nes-locations=[[Dragonlord's Castle]] | ||
|nes-evasion={{fraction|1|64}} | |nes-evasion={{fraction|1|64}} | ||
|nes-fizzle-resist={{fraction|15|16}} | |nes-fizzle-resist={{fraction|15|16}} | ||
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|remake-agility=90 | |remake-agility=90 | ||
|remake-spells=[[Fire Breath|Breathes fire]] (16~23)<br/>[[Flame Breath|Spits fiery torrent of flame]] (12~17)<br/>[[Inferno|Belch blistering flames]] (65~72) | |remake-spells=[[Fire Breath|Breathes fire]] (16~23)<br/>[[Flame Breath|Spits fiery torrent of flame]] (12~17)<br/>[[Inferno|Belch blistering flames]] (65~72) | ||
|remake-locations=[[ | |remake-locations=[[Dragonlord's Castle]] | ||
|remake-evasion={{fraction|1|64}} | |remake-evasion={{fraction|1|64}} | ||
|remake-fizzle-resist={{fraction|7|7}} | |remake-fizzle-resist={{fraction|7|7}} | ||
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==={{DQ2}}=== | ==={{DQ2}}=== | ||
The [[Dragonlord's great-great-grandson|grandson of the Dragonlord]] resides in the same location in | The [[Dragonlord's great-great-grandson|grandson of the Dragonlord]] resides in the same location in {{Dragon Quest II}}. He is a character of core importance as he informs the [[Luminaries|heroes]] of their need to collect the [[5 Sigils|Crests]] and contact [[Rubiss]]. | ||
==={{DQ3}}=== | ==={{DQ3}}=== | ||
Although not specifically mentioned, the Dragonlord inherits [[Zoma's Citadel]] sometime after [[Zoma]] was defeated by the | Although not specifically mentioned, the Dragonlord inherits [[Zoma's Citadel]] sometime after [[Zoma]] was defeated by the {{Hero 3}} at the end of {{Dragon Quest III}}. Also, according to the ''[[The Emblem of Roto|Emblem of Roto]]'' manga, the [[Dragon Queen]]'s egg is most likely Dragonlord. However, the official guidebook states that the Dragonlord was a [[human]] who discovered he could control {{Dragon}}s, which led to some controversy. | ||
==={{DQ9}}=== | ==={{DQ9}}=== | ||
{{ | {{DQ9EnemyNew | ||
|name=Dragonlord | |name=Dragonlord | ||
|kanji=竜王 | |kanji=竜王 | ||
| | |romaji=Ryūō | ||
|hp=7,500<br>15,066 | |bestiaryNumber=#295 | ||
|family={{Q family}} | |||
|description=Lizard lord who ravages all with great gusts of flame, and whose fire-retardant scales stop any such scorching in return.<br><br>This proud and mighty beast rules over all the dragon clans of the world with a high and haughty hand. | |||
|model=[[File:Dragonlord DQIX DS.png]] | |||
|hp=7,500<br>15,066{{tt|*|Level 99}} | |||
|mp=255 | |mp=255 | ||
| | |exp=63,600 | ||
|gold=2,490 | |gold=2,490 | ||
| | |attack=630<br>1,286{{tt|*|Level 99}} | ||
| | |defence=450<br>675{{tt|*|Level 99}} | ||
| | |agility=190<br>304{{tt|*|Level 99}} | ||
| | |spells=None | ||
| | |skills=Occasionally acts twice per turn<br>{{Desperate attack}}<br>[[Scorch]] | ||
| | |items=[[Mini medal]] (common, 100%)<br>[[Red Orb]] (rare, 5%~10%) | ||
| | |locations=Dragonlord's Map | ||
| | |fire-resist=25% | ||
| | |ice-resist=0% | ||
| | |wind-resist=0% | ||
| | |blast-resist=-50% | ||
| | |rock-resist=0% | ||
| | |dark-resist=0% | ||
| | |light-resist=0% | ||
|dazzle= | |drain-resist=0% | ||
| | |whack-resist=100% | ||
| | |poison-resist=100% | ||
| | |paralysis-resist=100% | ||
| | |fuddle-resist=100% | ||
| | |snooze-resist=100% | ||
| | |dazzle-resist=75% | ||
| | |sap-resist=25% | ||
|blunt-resist=90% | |||
|deceleratle-resist=75% | |||
|spooky-aura-resist=50% | |||
|fizzle-resist=100% | |||
|stun-resist=100% | |||
|charm-resist=95% | |||
}} | }} | ||
The Dragonlord appears as a {{Legacy Boss}} in this game. His map can only be obtained as a rare drop from [[Greygnarl]] in {{Grotto}}es. Unlike most other Legacy Bosses, he does not use magic, relying on breath attacks and physical attacks, and becomes [[enraged]] by anyone that inflicts a [[Critical Hit]] or whose spell goes haywire on him. Note that the Dragonlord is classified under the [[??? family]], which means [[Dragon Slash]] and related effects do not apply to him. | |||
The Dragonlord appears as a | |||
====Strategy==== | ====Strategy==== | ||
You should have one or two healers and two main damage dealers. A character with 100 skill points in Fource | You should have one or two healers and two main damage dealers. A character with 100 skill points in Fource | ||
and another with the [[Skill_Manuals#Minstrel's_Manual| | and another with the [[Skill_Manuals#Minstrel's_Manual|'Minstrel's Manual']] is important. [[Double Up]] is also viable. At the start of the battle, apply [[Gale Fource]] and support spells such as [[Oomph]] and [[Kabuff]]. Have your main healer cast [[Multiheal]] after every breath attack and a [[Sage]] with [[Kazing]] is to revive any {{Party 9}} member who gets hit with a critical attack. Your main damage dealer should use a multi-hit attack such as [[Multifists]] or [[Falcon Slash]] with a [[Falcon blade]]. If the boss casts [[Disruptive Wave]], apply your buffs again and keep hitting him until he goes down. | ||
{{Clear}} | {{Clear}} | ||
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!style="background:#4682B4; color: white;"| | !style="background:#4682B4; color: white;"| | ||
|- | |- | ||
|1-3||[[ | |1-3||[[Alefgard boots]]||15%||[[Red Orb]]||5% | ||
|- | |- | ||
|4-8||[[ | |4-8||[[Alefgard helm]]||15%||Red Orb||5% | ||
|- | |- | ||
|9-15||[[ | |9-15||[[Alefgard armour]]||15%||Red Orb||6% | ||
|- | |- | ||
|16-25||[[Psaro the Manslayer|Psaro's]] Map||10%||Red Orb||6% | |16-25||[[Psaro the Manslayer|Psaro's]] Map||10%||Red Orb||6% | ||
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!style="background:#4682B4; color: white;"|New abilities | !style="background:#4682B4; color: white;"|New abilities | ||
|- | |- | ||
|''Initial''||[[Scorch]], critical attack, | |''Initial''||[[Scorch]], critical attack, occasionally acts twice per turn | ||
|- | |- | ||
|16||Always attacks twice per | |16||Always attacks twice per turn | ||
|- | |- | ||
|24||[[Party Pooper]] | |24||[[Party Pooper]] | ||
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|33||[[Hellfire]] | |33||[[Hellfire]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
|41||Begins | |41||Begins acting thrice per turn, stops using Scorch | ||
|- | |- | ||
|48||[[Dark Breath]] | |48||[[Dark Breath]] | ||
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|wisdom=5/5 | |wisdom=5/5 | ||
|agility=5/5 | |agility=5/5 | ||
|family= | |family= {{Q family}} | ||
|in-game-description=Tried to unite the monsters to rule the world | |in-game-description=Tried to unite the monsters to rule the world | ||
|abilities=[[Sizz|Firebal]], [[Meditation|Meditate]], [[Puff|BeDragon]] | |abilities=[[Sizz|Firebal]], [[Meditation|Meditate]], [[Puff!|BeDragon]] | ||
|habitat=[[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters|Gate of Ambition]] | |habitat=[[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters|Gate of Ambition]] | ||
|breeding=[[Demon-at-arms|Servant]] x [[Rashaverak|Andreal]], [[Great dragon|GreatDrak]] | |breeding=[[Demon-at-arms|Servant]] x [[Rashaverak|Andreal]], [[Great dragon|GreatDrak]] | ||
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|family= | |family= | ||
|in-game-description= DracoLord's first, unassuming form | |in-game-description= DracoLord's first, unassuming form | ||
|abilities=[[Sizz|Firebal]], [[Meditation|Meditate]], [[Puff|BeDragon]] | |abilities=[[Sizz|Firebal]], [[Meditation|Meditate]], [[Puff!|BeDragon]] | ||
|habitat= | |habitat= | ||
|breeding=[[Demon-at-arms|Servant]] x [[Jade dragon|Andreal]], [[Great dragon|GreatDrak]] | |breeding=[[Demon-at-arms|Servant]] x [[Jade dragon|Andreal]], [[Great dragon|GreatDrak]] | ||
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==={{DQMCH}}=== | ==={{DQMCH}}=== | ||
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==={{DQMJ}}=== | ==={{DQMJ}}=== | ||
{{DQMJmonster | {{DQMJmonster | ||
|name = Dragonlord | |name = Dragonlord | ||
|image = | |image = | ||
|family = | |family = {{Dragon}} | ||
|rank = X | |rank = X | ||
|description = ''This monarch spoken of in ancient lore was once bested by the legendary dragon warrior.'' | |description = ''This monarch spoken of in ancient lore was once bested by the legendary dragon warrior.'' | ||
|weapons = | |weapons = {{Spear}}s, {{Axe}}s, {{Claw}}s, {{Staves}} | ||
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Psycho]] | |traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Psycho]] | ||
|resistances = Fire | |resistances = [[Fire Breath]]proof, [[Cool Breath|Cold Breath]]proof, [[Whack]]proof | ||
|skill = [[Dragonlord (skill)|Dragonlord]] | |skill = [[Dragonlord (skill)|Dragonlord]] | ||
|location = - | |location = - | ||
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|name = Dracolord | |name = Dracolord | ||
|image = | |image = | ||
|family = | |family = {{Dragon}} | ||
|rank = S | |rank = S | ||
|size = S | |size = S | ||
|weapons = | |weapons = {{Sword}}s, {{Axe}}s, {{Spear}}s, {{Staves}} | ||
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Scare Stare]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Crafty Fizzler]] | |traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Scare Stare]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Crafty Fizzler]] | ||
|resistances = Immune to [[Whack]], [[Dim]], and [[Magic Frailty]] | |resistances = Immune to [[Whack]], [[Dim]], and [[Magic Frailty]] | ||
|skill = [[Niflheim]] | |skill = [[Niflheim]] | ||
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|name = Dragonlord | |name = Dragonlord | ||
|image = | |image = | ||
|family = | |family = {{Dragon}} | ||
|rank = X | |rank = X | ||
|size = M | |size = M | ||
|weapons = | |weapons = {{Axe}}s, {{Spear}}s, {{Claw}}s, {{Staves}} | ||
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Psycho]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Big Hitter]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Steady Recovery]] | |traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Psycho]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Big Hitter]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Steady Recovery]] | ||
|resistances = Immune to [[Fire Breath]], [[Cold Breath]], [[Whack]], Poison, Confusion, Inaction, Paralysis, and Sleep | |resistances = Immune to [[Fire Breath]], [[Cool Breath|Cold Breath]], [[Whack]], {{Poison}}, [[Confusion]], Inaction, Paralysis, and Sleep | ||
|skill = [[Dragonlord (skill) | Dragonlord]] | |skill = [[Dragonlord (skill)|Dragonlord]] | ||
|location = - | |location = - | ||
|breeding chart = [[Dragonlord | Dracolord]] x [[Alabast dragon]] x [[Gem slime]] x [[Captain Crow]] | |breeding chart = [[Dragonlord|Dracolord]] x [[Alabast dragon]] x [[Gem slime]] x [[Captain Crow]] | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{clear}} | {{clear}} | ||
==={{ | ==={{DQM3D}}=== | ||
[[File:Dragonlordvinyl.png|260px|thumb|The Dragonlord in his second form. This Dragonlord is from the [[Sofubi Monster]] merchandise series.]] | [[File:Dragonlordvinyl.png|260px|thumb|The Dragonlord in his second form. This Dragonlord is from the [[Sofubi Monster]] merchandise series.]] | ||
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==={{ | ==={{DQMJ3}}=== | ||
{{Stub}} | |||
==={{DQM3}}=== | |||
{{DQM3Enemy | |||
|name=The Dragonlord | |||
|kanji=りゅうおう | |||
|romanji=Ryūō | |||
|icon=[[File:The dragonlord DQM3 portrait.png|100px]] | |||
|family=[[File:DQM3 dragon family icon.png|link=Dragon family]] | |||
|hp=<big><big>1,340</big></big> | |||
|mp=<big><big>490</big></big> | |||
|attack=<big><big>500</big></big> | |||
|defense=<big><big>440</big></big> | |||
|wisdom=<big><big>630</big></big> | |||
|agility=<big><big>490</big></big> | |||
|bestiary=#127 | |||
|rank=<big><big>'''A'''</big></big> | |||
|in-game-description=The humanoid guise of the would-be world-ruling Dragonlord. Though less imposing, he still packs plenty of punch in this form | |||
|talents=[[Sovereign]] (lv. 1) | |||
|traits=[[Intimidating]] (lv. 1)<br>[[Ultra Crafty Spellbinder]] (lv. 20)<br>[[Ultra Crafty Confuser]] (lv. 40) | |||
|ltraits=[[Tactical Commander]] (lv. 1)<br>[[Insult to Injury]] (lv. 1)<br>[[Magical Moment]] (lv. 60) | |||
|habitat= This {{MFamilies}} has no natural habitat | |||
|items=N/A | |||
|synthesis=[[File:Cosmic chimaera DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Cosmic chimaera]] X [[File:Knight abhorrent DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Knight abhorrent]] | |||
|fusions=[[File:The dragonlord DQM3 portrait.png|64px]] X [[File:Dread dragon DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Dread dragon]] = [[File:True dragonlord DQM3 portrait.png|64px]] | |||
|fire-resist=50% | |||
|water-resist=-25% | |||
|wind-resist=0% | |||
|earth-resist=0% | |||
|explosion-resist=50% | |||
|ice-resist=0% | |||
|electricity-resist=0% | |||
|light-resist=25% | |||
|dark-resist=50% | |||
|debilitation-resist=-25% | |||
|bedazzlement-resist=50% | |||
|antimagic-resist=0% | |||
|mp-absorption-resist=0% | |||
|confusion-resist=0% | |||
|sleep-resist=0% | |||
|paralysis-resist=50% | |||
|stun-resist=50% | |||
|poison-resist=-25% | |||
|instant-death-resist=50% | |||
}} | |||
{{DQM3Enemy | |||
|name=True dragonlord | |||
|kanji=竜王 | |||
|romanji=Ryūō | |||
|icon=[[File:True dragonlord DQM3 portrait.png|100px]] | |||
|family=[[File:DQM3 dragon family icon.png|link=Dragon family]] | |||
|hp=<big><big>1,290</big></big> | |||
|mp=<big><big>340</big></big> | |||
|attack=<big><big>610</big></big> | |||
|defense=<big><big>650</big></big> | |||
|wisdom=<big><big>610</big></big> | |||
|agility=<big><big>460</big></big> | |||
|bestiary=#132 | |||
|rank=<big><big>'''S'''</big></big> | |||
|in-game-description=The true form of the lizardly leader of {{MFamilies}}kind, who once tried to drown a certain world in darkness | |||
|talents=[[The Dragonlord]] (lv. 1) | |||
|traits=[[Rando-Disrupt]] (lv. 1)<br>[[Bossesbane]] (lv. 20)<br>[[Frizzmeister]] (lv. 40) | |||
|ltraits=[[Tactical Commander]] (lv. 1)<br>[[Intimidating]] (lv. 1)<br>[[Close Scraper]] (lv. 60) | |||
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===''[[Dragon Quest | ==={{DQB}}=== | ||
The nature of ''[[Dragon Quest Builders|Builders]]'' is a what-if story in which the {{Hero 1}} fell for the Dragonlord's ruse and took his offer for half the world. Warping the {{Hero 1}}'s mind into that of a bumbling barbarian, none stood in the Dragonlord's way as he cast the entire archipelago of [[Alefgard]] into darkness. Furthermore, the scaled sovereign placed a curse upon the population that blocked all memory of building from their minds--while a person may recognize the individual materials used to construct something, the moment they move to craft the curse activates and seals the person's memory of ''how'' the materials are used, effectively sending the population to the stone age and forcing them into an arduous existence living off the bare expanse of the despoiled land. | |||
From his perverse perspective, the Dragonlord considered this to be an act of mercy--he states that through building [[human]]s rebel against their fates and in turn only bring upon more miserable ones to their lives. He explains that he had no choice but to muddle minds, for if he did not the world would be thrown out of balance and fall into ruin. As the Builder is the last remaining vestige of the spark of creativity, they must be snuffed out under his heel. | |||
The Dragonlord is unimpressed with the [[Builder (Dragon Quest Builders)|Builder]], stating they are nothing more than but a mere puppet of [[Rubiss]]. Privy to the Goddess' forsaking of the Builder near the end of Chapter four, he attempts to use this schism and uncertainty to cloud the child's mind when he is bested in his humanoid form. Offering half the world, the Dragonlord states that the Builder's role in [[Rubiss]]'s scheme has ended and they should now allow themselves to be a slave to one that has already abandoned them. Whispering with a forked-tongue, he sweetens the deal by ''promising'' the land the Builder will inherit will not be one of ashen darkness that [[Alefgard]] has become, but one of light where they may build their own kingdom as they see fit. If the Builder refuses the offer, the Dragonlord points out that if they fail to defeat him then all the towns, villages, and friends they have made will be rent asunder. | |||
==={{DQB2}}=== | |||
The Dragonlord is mentioned in passing by a [[Skeleton|crew member]] of Captain Whitebone’s ship, but otherwise he does not make any appearance. However, the player can unlock his throne if they have a save of ''[[Dragon Quest Builders]]'' on the same system, allowing them to temporary take his appearance whenever they sit on the throne. | |||
==={{DQStars}}=== | |||
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==={{DQRivals}}=== | |||
The Dragonlord made his debut in the first card pack as a legendary rare card. Upon his death, he reveals his true form. Although he was restricted in normal use, he eventually appeared in the seventh card pack, "Strange Tale of Light and Darkness" under the title "Dragonlord, Incarnation of Evil". As a reference to his original appearance, the Dragonlord will offer the opponent half of the world. If the opponent agrees, the screen goes dark and they are defeated on the spot. If they refuse, he will inflict 4 damage to a random unit or the enemy leader. | The Dragonlord made his debut in the first card pack as a legendary rare card. Upon his death, he reveals his true form. Although he was restricted in normal use, he eventually appeared in the seventh card pack, "Strange Tale of Light and Darkness" under the title "Dragonlord, Incarnation of Evil". As a reference to his original appearance, the Dragonlord will offer the opponent half of the world. If the opponent agrees, the screen goes dark and they are defeated on the spot. If they refuse, he will inflict 4 damage to a random unit or the enemy leader. | ||
* When the game's name was changed to | *When the game's name was changed to {{Rivals Ace}}, the Dragonlord appeared as the boss of the Dragonlord's Castle in the Solo Battle Adventure Mode and eventually became an alternate leader character for the Demon Swordsman vocation. | ||
==={{DQWalk}}=== | |||
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==={{DQTact}}=== | |||
The Dragonlord and his True Form appear as S-rank members of the [[??? family]] during the original ''Dragon Quest I'' event, both appearing on their own banners. [[Cosmic chimaera]] appears on the Dragonlord's banner, while [[Dark skeleton]] appears on his True Form's banner. Both can be faced as bosses in the story quests, with the Dragonlord being faced in Chapter 4, Episode 5, while his True Form is faced in Chapter 4, Episode 6. His humanoid form can also participate in the event Battle Road, as well as the [[Slime|Blossom Slime]]'s Battle Road as a party member. | |||
The Dragonlord's True Form, along with the other Demon Lords, could be challenged as part of the Fiendish Onslaught, as well. Either of the Dragonlord's forms could also be scouted by the player by redeeming their Dark Lord/Hero Meeting Ticket S. | |||
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|name=Dragonlord | |name=Dragonlord | ||
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|sprite=[[Image:DQT Dragonlord.png| | |sprite=[[Image:DQT Dragonlord.png|275px]] | ||
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===''[[Itadaki Street Special]]''=== | ===''[[Itadaki Street Special]]''=== | ||
The Dragonlord, in his human form, is a playable character in ''[[Itadaki Street Special]]''. | The Dragonlord, in his [[human]] form, is a playable character in ''[[Itadaki Street Special]]''. | ||
==={{SSB5}}=== | ==={{SSB5}}=== | ||
While the Dragonlord himself doesn't appear in the game, he is referenced in the Hero's Classic Mode path on the seventh and final stage. He is initially represented by Robin (from ''Fire Emblem: Awakening'') in his blue outfit fought on Dracula's Castle (from ''Castlevania'') in its Ω form. After Robin is defeated, a giant purple Charizard takes his place for the remainder of the fight. This two phase battle references the Dragonlord's two forms as a sorcerer and a | While the Dragonlord himself doesn't appear in the game, he is referenced in the {{Hero Smash}}'s Classic Mode path on the seventh and final stage. He is initially represented by Robin (from ''Fire Emblem: Awakening'') in his blue outfit fought on Dracula's Castle (from ''Castlevania'') in its Ω form. After Robin is defeated, a giant purple Charizard (from ''[[Pokémon]]'') takes his place for the remainder of the fight. This two phase battle references the Dragonlord's two forms as a sorcerer and a {{Dragon}} in the original {{Dragon Quest}}. | ||
==In animation== | ==In animation== | ||
The Dragonlord appeared as an antagonist to The N Team in {{Captain N}}, and worked with Mother Brain in his first appearance. In the show, he is a giant red dragon and lacks a human form. | The Dragonlord appeared as an antagonist to The N Team in {{Captain N}}, and worked with Mother Brain in his first appearance. In the show, he is a giant red dragon and lacks a [[human]] form. | ||
Dragonlord appears in three episodes: | Dragonlord appears in three episodes: | ||
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*Episode 24: "I Wish I Was a Wombatman" (Robotic replica) | *Episode 24: "I Wish I Was a Wombatman" (Robotic replica) | ||
The Dragonlord is the only character from a | The Dragonlord is the only character from a {{Main Series}} game to appear in both episodes, with a [[Blue dragon]] appearing in Episode 7, and [[Slime]]s, as well [[Knight Errant#Knight Aberrant|Axe knight]] appearing in Episode 23. | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*The Dragonlord bears a striking resemblance to Maleficent of Disney's ''Sleeping Beauty'', with both wielding staves, donning flowing, high-collared robes, and possessing the ability to transform into large, purple dragons. Additionally, while it is unclear whether the Dragonlord has horns, a headpiece of some kind, or simply unusually-shaped hair, it is nevertheless similar in appearance to Maleficent's own horned headpiece. | *The Dragonlord bears a striking resemblance to Maleficent of Disney's ''Sleeping Beauty'', with both wielding staves, donning flowing, high-collared robes, and possessing the ability to transform into large, purple dragons. Additionally, while it is unclear whether the Dragonlord has horns, a headpiece of some kind, or simply unusually-shaped hair, it is nevertheless similar in appearance to Maleficent's own horned headpiece. | ||
*The Dragon Quest 25th Anniversary Adventure History Book | *The ''Dragon Quest 25th Anniversary Adventure History Book'' confirms that the Dragonlord is a descendant of the Dragon Queen, though it is unknown if he is her son or a descendant further down the family line. | ||
*The Dragonlord will have special text if you free [[Princess Gwaelin]] from the [[green dragon]] and battle Dragonlord immediately afterwards, without dropping the beloved princess off at [[Tantegel]]. | |||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<center><gallery class="pixels"> | <center><gallery class="pixels"> | ||
Dracolord.png|First form, Famicom art. | Dracolord.png|First form, {{Famicom}} art. | ||
Dragonlord.png|First form, Famicom art. | Dragonlord.png|First form, {{Famicom}} art. | ||
King_Dragon.png|True form, Famicom art. | King_Dragon.png|True form, {{Famicom}} art. | ||
Dragonlord_DQ_GBC.png|First form, Dragon Warrior I. (GBC) | Dragonlord_DQ_GBC.png|First form, Dragon Warrior I. ({{GBC}}) | ||
Dragonlord2_DQ_GBC.png|True form, Dragon Warrior I. (GBC) | Dragonlord2_DQ_GBC.png|True form, Dragon Warrior I. ({{GBC}}) | ||
Dragonlord Switch.png|[[Erdrick Trilogy]], Nintendo Switch sprite. | Dragonlord Switch.png|[[Erdrick Trilogy]], [[Nintendo Switch]] sprite. | ||
Dragonlord Second Form.png|True form, Nintendo Switch sprite. | Dragonlord Second Form.png|True form, [[Nintendo Switch]] sprite. | ||
DQ_Android_Dragonlord%27s_Castle_4.jpg|The Dragonlord meeting the {{Hero 1}} in {{I}}. ([[Cell phone]]) | |||
DW1GBC IntroBallOfLight.png|Stealing the Ball of Light. (GBC) | DQ_Android_Dragonlord%27s_Castle_5.jpg|The Dragonlord's true form revealed in ''Dragon Quest''. ([[Cell phone]]) | ||
Dragonlord2_DQMCH_GBA.png|{{Caravan Heart}}. | |||
DW1GBC IntroBallOfLight.png|Stealing the Ball of Light. ({{GBC}}) | |||
Kenshin DQ Dragonlord.png|''Kenshin Dragon Quest'' - true form. | Kenshin DQ Dragonlord.png|''Kenshin Dragon Quest'' - true form. | ||
Dragonlord2_DQMJ_DS.png| | Dragonlord2_DQMJ_DS.png|{{Joker}}. | ||
MBRV Dragonlord.png|''Monster Battle Road Victory'' cut-in. | MBRV Dragonlord.png|''Monster Battle Road Victory'' cut-in. | ||
DragonlordSofubi-1.jpg|First form, as seen in the | DragonlordSofubi-1.jpg|First form, as seen in the {{Sofubi Monster}} merchandise series. | ||
MonsterVignetteFigure Ryuo.jpg|''Monster Vignette'' figure. | MonsterVignetteFigure Ryuo.jpg|''Monster Vignette'' figure. | ||
MonstersGalleryHD Ryuo.jpg|''Monsters Gallery HD THE BEST'' | MonstersGalleryHD Ryuo.jpg|''Monsters Gallery HD THE BEST'' | ||
Densetsu no Maou Ryuo.jpg|True Form plush toy from the ''Densetsu no Maō'' series. | Densetsu no Maou Ryuo.jpg|True Form plush toy from the ''Densetsu no Maō'' series. | ||
Dragonlord_and_Lady_Lora.png|With Princess Gwaelin. | Dragonlord_and_Lady_Lora.png|With [[Princess Gwaelin]]. | ||
ISS Terry Slime and Dragonlord.png|''Itadaki Street Special''. | ISS Terry Slime and Dragonlord.png|''Itadaki Street Special''. | ||
Fortune Street Dragonlord.png|''Fortune Street''. | Fortune Street Dragonlord.png|''[[Fortune Street]]''. | ||
DQB Dragonlord.png|''Dragon Quest Builders''. | DQB Dragonlord.png|''Dragon Quest Builders''. | ||
DQB Dragonlord True Form.png|''True Form ( | DQB Dragonlord True Form.png|''True Form ({{Builders}})'' | ||
DQHII Dragonlord First Form.png| | DQHII Dragonlord First Form.png|{{Heroes 2}} first form. | ||
DQHII Dragonlord Second Form.png| | DQHII Dragonlord Second Form.png|{{Heroes 2}} true form. | ||
DQHII Dragonlord.png| | DQHII Dragonlord.png|{{Heroes 2}}. | ||
DQR Dragonlord.png| | DQR Dragonlord.png|{{Rivals Ace}}. | ||
Dragonlord animated.gif| | Dragonlord animated.gif| | ||
Captain N Dragonlord.jpg|Dragonlord on ''Captain N: The Game Master''. | Captain N Dragonlord.jpg|Dragonlord on ''[[Captain N: The Game Master]]''. | ||
Dragonlord Two Forms NES.png|Dragonlord's human and | Dragonlord Two Forms NES.png|Dragonlord's [[human]] and {{Monsters}} form. | ||
DQS Hero VS Dragonlord.png | DQS Hero VS Dragonlord.png| | ||
DQ Stars Android Dragonlord 1.jpg|Appearance in {{Stars}}. | DQ Stars Android Dragonlord 1.jpg|Appearance in {{Stars}}. | ||
DQR Ryuou.png| | DQR Ryuou.png|{{Rivals}} card. | ||
DQR Dragonlord True Form.png | DQR Dragonlord True Form.png | ||
DQR Dragonlord Incarnation of Evil.png|"Incarnation of Evil" | DQR Dragonlord Incarnation of Evil.png|"Incarnation of Evil" | ||
DQW Hero VS Dragonlord.png|Appearance in | DQW Hero VS Dragonlord.png|Appearance in {{Walk}}. | ||
DQW Dragonlord True Form.jpeg | DQW Dragonlord True Form.jpeg | ||
DQW 35th Anniversary Icon.jpg|Featured on the special icon of | DQW 35th Anniversary Icon.jpg|Featured on the special icon of {{Walk}} for the series' 35th anniversary. | ||
DQT CC Dragonlord.jpg|[[Cosmic chimaera]] and Dragonlord as they appear in | DQT CC Dragonlord.jpg|[[Cosmic chimaera]] and Dragonlord as they appear in {{Tact}}. | ||
DQT Dragonlord Event.jpg|Dragonlord and his True Form in | DQT Dragonlord Event.jpg|Dragonlord and his True Form in {{Tact}}. | ||
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"I am the Dragonlord, master of masters, king of kings! Long have I awaited this moment. Come! Take thy rightful place at my side! Do so, and I will grant unto thee dominion over half the world!"
—Tempting the Hero
| Dragonlord | |
| Dragon Quest | |
| |
| Sprite(s) | 
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| Japanese name | 竜王 りゅうおう |
| Romaji | Ryūō |
| Old localization | Dracolord (GBC era) |
| Title | Incarnation of Evil (Rivals) |
| Class | Demon Swordsman (Rivals) |
| Race | Unknown |
| Family | Dragonlord's great-great-grandson (Descendant) The Dragon Queen (Ancestor) |
| Voice actor | Don Brown (Captain N: The Game Master)[1] Seizō Katō (CD Theater) Hôchû Ôtsuka (Rivals and X) |
The Dragonlord is the main antagonist and final boss of the original Dragon Quest. Before the game starts, he steals the Sphere of Light from Tantegel Castle to unleash his forces of darkness upon Alefgard; he then kidnaps Princess Gwaelin to hold her hostage and prevent her father from challenging his new tyranny.
At the end of Dragon Quest, the Hero defeated the Dragonlord and restored peace to Alefgard.
Characteristics[edit]
The Dragonlord resides in Dragonlord's Castle (Formerly referred to in past localizations as Charlock Castle), which is located to the southeast across the water from Tantegel Castle. Within the castle, the Dragonlord resides on the bottom-most level. Throughout the game, the Dragonlord never leaves the castle, similar to Hargon in Dragon Quest II.
Personality[edit]
Being the first villain of the series, the Dragonlord displays several traits that would define the archetypal arch-fiend; he is a vain, power-hungry despot who will stop at nothing to get what he wants, whether it be imprisoning a maiden deep beneath the earth or wiping Damdara off the map just to make a point.
Though brutal and mindlessly savage at first glance, these actions are actually well planned tactics meant to secure the scaley lord's political power in Alefgard. As mentioned above, the kidnapping of the princess is meant to keep the king and citizens from so much as daring to think about standing up to him, and the obliteration of the kingdom's highest commerce center meant that trade with outer lands would be crippled. Indeed, the very fact that the Dragonlord's first move in his plan was to steal the Sphere of Light shows that the would-be despot plans his actions very carefully.
When confronted by the Hero, the Dragonlord offers him the chance to split the world and rule half of it as his ally. This was an unprecedented move for a video game villain in 1986, when most antagonists had either no personality to speak of or theirs was confined to the pages of a manual. By offering to make a deal when cornered by the Hero, the Dragonlord proves that his aspirations are truly political in nature, and not blindly dedicated to chaos for chaos' sake. Indeed, Builders expands on this, indicating that he's more of a radical activist for monsters and treats them very well, being seen as a king of kings by them. Additionally he has no desire to exterminate humanity, but rather wishes for monsters to rule over them the way (in his view) humans have ruled over monsters.
In battle, the Dragonlord appears as a humanoid sorcerer who possesses the skill of magic but is fairly weak, physically speaking. After receiving enough damage, the Dragonlord transforms into a more powerful, dragon form (his "true" form). The music also changes to the final battle theme.
Select quotes[edit]
- "So, thou art come before me at last, Hero! And bearing tribute unto my glory in the form of a fair princess no less! Hm hm hm! I am honoured in deed!"
- "I am the Dragonlord, master of masters, king of kings! Long have I awaited this moment. Come! Take thy rightful place at my side! Do so, and I will grant unto thee dominion over half the world!"
- "What say'st thou? Wilt thou rule beside me?"
- "Thou art a fool!"
- " Very well. Then half of the world shall be thine. And if ever thou should fall in battle, I shall revive thee at no cost! Now, fall into a deep, dark sleep! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!"
Descendants[edit]
In Dragon Quest II, a more friendly descendant of the Dragonlord resides in the ruins of his Castle. The child is very proud of his grandfather's attempt at world domination, and is very annoyed at Hargon's own attempts, seeing the effort as an upstaging of his family's legacy. He aid's the party by giving vital information regarding the 5 Sigils.
Appearances[edit]
Dragon Quest[edit]
The Dragonlord is the villain and final boss of the original game.
When encountered at his castle, the Dragonlord offers the Hero an opportunity to rule half of Alefgard with him. The Hero refuses and eventually defeats the Dragonlord in battle, retrieving the Sphere of Light
The Hero can accept the Dragonlord's offer to rule half the world; what happens after that differs between versions. In the Famicom/NES release, the Dragonlord mocks the Hero while the menus turn red, the screen fades to black, and the game freezes, implying the Hero has died. In the Japanese Famicom version, the Dragonlord also provides a special Spell of Restoration that starts the player off at level 1 with no equipment. In the remakes, accepting the Dragonlord's offer merely causes the Hero to faint and reappear outside Tantegel Castle.
| Dragonlord (りゅうおう Ryūō) |
| Dragonlord (Second Form) (竜王 Ryūō) |
Original (NES)
| Sprite | HP | MP | Experience | Gold | Attack | Defense | Agility |
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130 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 140 | 200 | 90 |
| Spell(s) | Breathes fire (16~23) Breathes intense fire (65~72) |
| Location(s) | Dragonlord's Castle |
| Evasion | Fizzle Resistance | Snooze Resistance | Sizz & Sizzle Resistance |
| 1⁄64 | 15⁄16 | 15⁄16 | 15⁄16 |
| Sprites | HP | MP | Experience | Gold | Attack | Defense | Agility |
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361 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 130 | 150 | 90 |
| Spell(s) | Breathes fire (16~23) Spits fiery torrent of flame (12~17) Belch blistering flames (65~72) |
| Location(s) | Dragonlord's Castle |
| Evasion | Fizzle Resistance | Snooze Resistance | Sizz & Sizzle Resistance |
| 1⁄64 | 7⁄7 | 7⁄7 | 2⁄7 |
Dragon Quest II: Luminaries of the Legendary Line[edit]
The grandson of the Dragonlord resides in the same location in Dragon Quest II. He is a character of core importance as he informs the heroes of their need to collect the Crests and contact Rubiss.
Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation[edit]
Although not specifically mentioned, the Dragonlord inherits Zoma's Citadel sometime after Zoma was defeated by the Hero at the end of Dragon Quest III. Also, according to the Emblem of Roto manga, the Dragon Queen's egg is most likely Dragonlord. However, the official guidebook states that the Dragonlord was a human who discovered he could control Dragons, which led to some controversy.
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies[edit]
| Dragonlord (竜王 Ryūō) |  |
| Model | HP | MP | Attack |
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7,500 15,066* |
255 | 630 1,286* |
| Defence | Agility | Experience | Gold |
| 450 675* |
190 304* |
63,600 | 2,490 |
| Bestiary no. | #295 |
| Family | ??? |
| In-game description | Lizard lord who ravages all with great gusts of flame, and whose fire-retardant scales stop any such scorching in return. This proud and mighty beast rules over all the dragon clans of the world with a high and haughty hand. |
| Spell(s) | None |
| Skill(s) | Occasionally acts twice per turn Desperate attack Scorch |
| Location(s) | Dragonlord's Map |
| Item(s) dropped | Mini medal (common, 100%) Red Orb (rare, 5%~10%) |
| Fire Resistance * | Ice Resistance * |
Wind Resistance * | Blast/Lightning Resistance * |
| 25% | 0% | 0% | -50% |
| Rock Resistance * | Dark Resistance * | Light Resistance * | Drain Magic Resistance |
| 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Whack Resistance * | Poison Resistance * | Paralysis Resistance * | Fuddle Resistance * |
| 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Snooze Resistance * | Dazzle Resistance | Sap Resistance * | Blunt Resistance * |
| 100% | 75% | 25% | 90% |
| Deceleratle Resistance * | Spooky Aura Resistance* | Fizzle Resistance * | Stun Resistance * |
| 75% | 50% | 100% | 100% |
| Charm Resistance * | |||
| 95% | |||
The Dragonlord appears as a Legacy Boss in this game. His map can only be obtained as a rare drop from Greygnarl in Grottoes. Unlike most other Legacy Bosses, he does not use magic, relying on breath attacks and physical attacks, and becomes enraged by anyone that inflicts a Critical Hit or whose spell goes haywire on him. Note that the Dragonlord is classified under the ??? family, which means Dragon Slash and related effects do not apply to him.
Strategy[edit]
You should have one or two healers and two main damage dealers. A character with 100 skill points in Fource and another with the 'Minstrel's Manual' is important. Double Up is also viable. At the start of the battle, apply Gale Fource and support spells such as Oomph and Kabuff. Have your main healer cast Multiheal after every breath attack and a Sage with Kazing is to revive any party member who gets hit with a critical attack. Your main damage dealer should use a multi-hit attack such as Multifists or Falcon Slash with a Falcon blade. If the boss casts Disruptive Wave, apply your buffs again and keep hitting him until he goes down.
Treasure[edit]
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Dragon Quest Monsters[edit]
| DracoLord |  |
| Sprite | Level cap * | HP growth | MP growth |
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50 | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Strength growth | Resilience growth | Wisdom growth | Agility growth |
| 2/5 | 2/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Family | ??? |
| In-game description | Tried to unite the monsters to rule the world |
| Abilities | Firebal, Meditate, BeDragon |
| Habitat | Gate of Ambition |
| Breeding chart | Servant x Andreal, GreatDrak |
| Frizz Resistance * | Sizz Resistance * | Fire Breath Resistance * | Bang Resistance * |
| Weak | Weak | Weak | None |
| Crack Resistance * | Ice Breath Resistance * | Woosh Resistance * | Rock/Army Resistance * |
| Weak | Weak | None | None |
| Zap Resistance * | Gigaslash Resistance | Magic Burst Resistance | Drain Magic Resistance * |
| None | None | None | Strong |
| Whack Resistance * | Kamikazee Resistance * | Poison Resistance * | Paralysis Resistance * |
| Immune | Immune | Immune | Strong |
| Fuddle Resistance * | Snooze Resistance * | Dazzle Resistance * | Fizzle Resistance |
| Immune | Immune | Immune | Immune |
| Ban Dance Resistance | Gobstopper Resistance | Stun Resistance * | Sap Resistance * |
| Immune | Immune | Immune | Immune |
| Decelerate Resistance * | Curse Resistance | ||
| Immune | Immune | ||
| DracoLord (Dragon) | |
| Sprite | Level cap * | HP growth | MP growth |
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70 | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Strength growth | Resilience growth | Wisdom growth | Agility growth |
| 3/5 | 2/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Family | ??? |
| In-game description | This is the true identity of DracoLord |
| Abilities | FireAir, Massacre, Surge |
| Habitat | Only available through breeding |
| Breeding chart | DracoLord x Divinegon |
| Frizz Resistance * | Sizz Resistance * | Fire Breath Resistance * | Bang Resistance * |
| Strong | Strong | Strong | Weak |
| Crack Resistance * | Ice Breath Resistance * | Woosh Resistance * | Rock/Army Resistance * |
| Strong | Strong | Weak | Weak |
| Zap Resistance * | Gigaslash Resistance | Magic Burst Resistance | Drain Magic Resistance * |
| Weak | Weak | Weak | Immune |
| Whack Resistance * | Kamikazee Resistance * | Poison Resistance * | Paralysis Resistance * |
| Immune | Immune | Immune | Immune |
| Fuddle Resistance * | Snooze Resistance * | Dazzle Resistance * | Fizzle Resistance |
| Immune | Immune | Immune | Immune |
| Ban Dance Resistance | Gobstopper Resistance | Stun Resistance * | Sap Resistance * |
| Immune | Immune | Immune | Immune |
| Decelerate Resistance * | Curse Resistance | ||
| Immune | Immune | ||
The Dragonlord (DracoLord at the time) acts as the boss of the Gate of Ambition and will attempt to draw Terry over to his side in the same way he attempts to bargain with the Hero in the original Dragon Quest. but even if you replied yes, he would laugh and still challenge you.
Dragon Quest Monsters 2[edit]
| DracoLord |  |
| Sprite | Level cap * | HP growth | MP growth |
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50 | 5/10 | 9/10 |
| Strength growth | Resilience growth | Wisdom growth | Agility growth |
| 6/10 | 5/10 | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Family | |
| In-game description | DracoLord's first, unassuming form |
| Abilities | Firebal, Meditate, BeDragon |
| Habitat | |
| Breeding chart | Servant x Andreal, GreatDrak |
| Frizz Resistance * | Sizz Resistance * | Fire Breath Resistance * | Bang Resistance * |
| Weak | Weak | Weak | None |
| Crack Resistance * | Ice Breath Resistance * | Woosh Resistance * | Rock/Army Resistance * |
| Weak | Weak | None | None |
| Water Resistance * | Zap Resistance * | Gigaslash Resistance | Magic Burst Resistance |
| None | None | None | None |
| Drain Magic Resistance * | Whack Resistance * | Kamikazee Resistance * | Poison Resistance * |
| Strong | Immune | Immune | Immune |
| Paralysis Resistance * | Fuddle Resistance * | Snooze Resistance * | Dazzle Resistance * |
| Strong | Immune | Immune | Immune |
| Fizzle Resistance | Ban Dance Resistance | Gobstopper Resistance | Stun Resistance * |
| Immune | Immune | Immune | Immune |
| Sap Resistance * | Decelerate Resistance * | Curse Resistance | |
| Immune | Immune | Immune | |
| DracoLord (Dragon) | |
| Sprite | Level cap * | HP growth | MP growth |
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70 | 6/10 | 9/10 |
| Strength growth | Resilience growth | Wisdom growth | Agility growth |
| 7/10 | 6/10 | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Family | ??? |
| In-game description | DracoLord's true powerful identity |
| Abilities | FireAir, Massacre, Surge |
| Habitat | |
| Breeding chart | DracoLord x Divinegon |
| Frizz Resistance * | Sizz Resistance * | Fire Breath Resistance * | Bang Resistance * |
| Strong | Strong | Strong | Weak |
| Crack Resistance * | Ice Breath Resistance * | Woosh Resistance * | Rock/Army Resistance * |
| Strong | Strong | Weak | Weak |
| Water Resistance * | Zap Resistance * | Gigaslash Resistance | Magic Burst Resistance |
| Weak | Weak | Weak | Weak |
| Drain Magic Resistance * | Whack Resistance * | Kamikazee Resistance * | Poison Resistance * |
| Immune | Immune | Immune | Immune |
| Paralysis Resistance * | Fuddle Resistance * | Snooze Resistance * | Dazzle Resistance * |
| Immune | Immune | Immune | Immune |
| Fizzle Resistance | Ban Dance Resistance | Gobstopper Resistance | Stun Resistance * |
| Immune | Immune | Immune | Immune |
| Sap Resistance * | Decelerate Resistance * | Curse Resistance | |
| Immune | Immune | Immune | |
Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart[edit]
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Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker[edit]
| Dragonlord | |
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| Family | Dragon |
| Rank | X |
| Description | This monarch spoken of in ancient lore was once bested by the legendary dragon warrior. |
| Weapons | Spears, Axes, Claws, Staves |
| Traits | Psycho |
| Resistances | Fire Breathproof, Cold Breathproof, Whackproof |
| Skill | Dragonlord |
| Location | - |
| Breeding chart | Alabast dragon x Gem slime x Alabast dragon x Captain Crow |
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2[edit]
Both forms, known as Dracolord for his humanoid form and Dragonlord for his dragon form, appear in the game as usable monsters.
| Dracolord | |
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| Family | Dragon |
| Rank | S |
| Size | S |
| Weapons | Swords, Axes, Spears, Staves |
| Traits | Scare Stare, Crafty Fizzler |
| Resistances | Immune to Whack, Dim, and Magic Frailty |
| Skill | Niflheim |
| Location | - |
| Breeding chart | Great dragon x Demon-at-arms |
| Dragonlord | |
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| Family | Dragon |
| Rank | X |
| Size | M |
| Weapons | Axes, Spears, Claws, Staves |
| Traits | Psycho, Big Hitter, Steady Recovery |
| Resistances | Immune to Fire Breath, Cold Breath, Whack, Poison, Confusion, Inaction, Paralysis, and Sleep |
| Skill | Dragonlord |
| Location | - |
| Breeding chart | Dracolord x Alabast dragon x Gem slime x Captain Crow |
Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland 3D[edit]
The Dragonlord in his second form. This Dragonlord is from the Sofubi Monster merchandise series.
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Dragon Quest Monsters 2: Iru and Luca's Marvelous Mysterious Key[edit]
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Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3[edit]
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Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince[edit]
| The Dragonlord (りゅうおう Ryūō) |  |
| Icon | Family | Max HP* | Max MP* |
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1,340 | 490 |
| Max Attack | Max Defence | Max Agility | Max Wisdom |
| 500 | 440 | 490 | 630 |
| Bestiary No. | #127 |
| Rank | A Rank |
| In-game description | The humanoid guise of the would-be world-ruling Dragonlord. Though less imposing, he still packs plenty of punch in this form |
| Talents | Sovereign (lv. 1) |
| Guaranteed traits | Intimidating (lv. 1) Ultra Crafty Spellbinder (lv. 20) Ultra Crafty Confuser (lv. 40) |
| Large-size exclusive traits | Tactical Commander (lv. 1) Insult to Injury (lv. 1) Magical Moment (lv. 60) |
| Habitat | This monster has no natural habitat |
| Items | N/A |
| Synthesis chart |  X  |
| Notable synthesis | X  =  |
| Fire Resistance * | Water Resistance * | Wind Resistance * | Earth Resistance * |
| 50% | -25% | 0% | 0% |
| Explosion Resistance * | Ice Resistance * | Electricity Resistance * | Light Resistance * |
| 50% | 0% | 0% | 25% |
| Dark Resistance * | Debilitation Resistance* | Bedazzlement Resistance * | Antimagic Resistance * |
| 50% | -25% | 50% | 0% |
| MP Absorption Resistance * | Confusion Resistance * | Sleep Resistance * | Paralysis Resistance * |
| 0% | 0% | 0% | 50% |
| Stun Resistance * | Poison Resistance * | ||
| 50% | -25% | ||
| Instant Death Resistance * | |||
| 50% | |||
| True dragonlord (竜王 Ryūō) | |
| Icon | Family | Max HP* | Max MP* |
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1,290 | 340 |
| Max Attack | Max Defence | Max Agility | Max Wisdom |
| 610 | 650 | 460 | 610 |
| Bestiary No. | #132 |
| Rank | S Rank |
| In-game description | The true form of the lizardly leader of monsterkind, who once tried to drown a certain world in darkness |
| Talents | The Dragonlord (lv. 1) |
| Guaranteed traits | Rando-Disrupt (lv. 1) Bossesbane (lv. 20) Frizzmeister (lv. 40) |
| Large-size exclusive traits | Tactical Commander (lv. 1) Intimidating (lv. 1) Close Scraper (lv. 60) |
| Habitat | This monster has no habitat |
| Items | N/A |
| Synthesis chart | X |
| Notable synthesis | X  =  |
| Fire Resistance * | Water Resistance * | Wind Resistance * | Earth Resistance * |
| 50% | -25% | 0% | 0% |
| Explosion Resistance * | Ice Resistance * | Electricity Resistance * | Light Resistance * |
| 50% | 0% | 0% | 25% |
| Dark Resistance * | Debilitation Resistance* | Bedazzlement Resistance * | Antimagic Resistance * |
| 50% | -25% | 50% | 0% |
| MP Absorption Resistance * | Confusion Resistance * | Sleep Resistance * | Paralysis Resistance * |
| 0% | 0% | 0% | 50% |
| Stun Resistance * | Poison Resistance * | ||
| 50% | -25% | ||
| Instant Death Resistance * | |||
| 50% | |||
Dragon Quest: Monster Parade[edit]
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Dragon Quest Monsters: Super Light[edit]
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Dragon Quest Heroes II: Twin Kings and the Prophecy's End[edit]
| Dragonlord (竜王 Ryūō) |  |
| Model | Experience | Gold | Marked Version? |
| 150,000 | 5,000g | N |
| List No. | |
| Field Notes | The terrifying true form of the doyen of dragons, whose blistering breathe obliterates all who oppose him. He often offers heroes half the world in return for their allegiance—but anyone who accepts is never seen again... |
| Location(s) | Dragonlord's Den, Dread Dragonlord's Den, Devastating Dragonlord's Den |
| Item(s) Dropped | n/a |
Dragon Quest Builders[edit]
The nature of Builders is a what-if story in which the Hero fell for the Dragonlord's ruse and took his offer for half the world. Warping the Hero's mind into that of a bumbling barbarian, none stood in the Dragonlord's way as he cast the entire archipelago of Alefgard into darkness. Furthermore, the scaled sovereign placed a curse upon the population that blocked all memory of building from their minds--while a person may recognize the individual materials used to construct something, the moment they move to craft the curse activates and seals the person's memory of how the materials are used, effectively sending the population to the stone age and forcing them into an arduous existence living off the bare expanse of the despoiled land.
From his perverse perspective, the Dragonlord considered this to be an act of mercy--he states that through building humans rebel against their fates and in turn only bring upon more miserable ones to their lives. He explains that he had no choice but to muddle minds, for if he did not the world would be thrown out of balance and fall into ruin. As the Builder is the last remaining vestige of the spark of creativity, they must be snuffed out under his heel.
The Dragonlord is unimpressed with the Builder, stating they are nothing more than but a mere puppet of Rubiss. Privy to the Goddess' forsaking of the Builder near the end of Chapter four, he attempts to use this schism and uncertainty to cloud the child's mind when he is bested in his humanoid form. Offering half the world, the Dragonlord states that the Builder's role in Rubiss's scheme has ended and they should now allow themselves to be a slave to one that has already abandoned them. Whispering with a forked-tongue, he sweetens the deal by promising the land the Builder will inherit will not be one of ashen darkness that Alefgard has become, but one of light where they may build their own kingdom as they see fit. If the Builder refuses the offer, the Dragonlord points out that if they fail to defeat him then all the towns, villages, and friends they have made will be rent asunder.
Dragon Quest Builders 2[edit]
The Dragonlord is mentioned in passing by a crew member of Captain Whitebone’s ship, but otherwise he does not make any appearance. However, the player can unlock his throne if they have a save of Dragon Quest Builders on the same system, allowing them to temporary take his appearance whenever they sit on the throne.
Dragon Quest of the Stars[edit]
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Dragon Quest Rivals[edit]
The Dragonlord made his debut in the first card pack as a legendary rare card. Upon his death, he reveals his true form. Although he was restricted in normal use, he eventually appeared in the seventh card pack, "Strange Tale of Light and Darkness" under the title "Dragonlord, Incarnation of Evil". As a reference to his original appearance, the Dragonlord will offer the opponent half of the world. If the opponent agrees, the screen goes dark and they are defeated on the spot. If they refuse, he will inflict 4 damage to a random unit or the enemy leader.
- When the game's name was changed to Rivals Ace, the Dragonlord appeared as the boss of the Dragonlord's Castle in the Solo Battle Adventure Mode and eventually became an alternate leader character for the Demon Swordsman vocation.
Dragon Quest Walk[edit]
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Dragon Quest Tact[edit]
The Dragonlord and his True Form appear as S-rank members of the ??? family during the original Dragon Quest I event, both appearing on their own banners. Cosmic chimaera appears on the Dragonlord's banner, while Dark skeleton appears on his True Form's banner. Both can be faced as bosses in the story quests, with the Dragonlord being faced in Chapter 4, Episode 5, while his True Form is faced in Chapter 4, Episode 6. His humanoid form can also participate in the event Battle Road, as well as the Blossom Slime's Battle Road as a party member.
The Dragonlord's True Form, along with the other Demon Lords, could be challenged as part of the Fiendish Onslaught, as well. Either of the Dragonlord's forms could also be scouted by the player by redeeming their Dark Lord/Hero Meeting Ticket S.
| Dragonlord (りゅうおう Ryūō) |  |
Stats
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| Max Level | HP | MP | Move | |
| 140 | 898 | 547 | 2 | |
| Attack | Defense | Agility | Wisdom | Weight |
| 355 | 376 | 401 | 493 | 65 |
Basic Skills
| First | Second | Third | ||
| Frizzle | Kafrizz* | Hellfire Blast* Talent Blossoming: Dark Pillar |
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Awakening Skills
| First | Second | Third |
| Frizzmeister/Stats Up | Woosh Res +25/Stats Up | Hellfire Blast Potency +5%/Stats Up Dark Pillar Potency +5% Spell Potency +5% |
| Fourth | Fifth | |
| Zap Res +25/Stats Up | Hellfire Blast Potency +5%/Stats Up Dark Pillar Potency +5% Spell Potency +5% |
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Leader Perks
| First | |
| Raises Frizz-type spell potency of allies, including himself, by 20% in a 5x5 square around him. | |
Basic Perks
| First | Second | Third |
| WIS +15 | AGL +20 | Hellfire Blast Potency +2% |
Perk Details
| First | |
| Frizzmeister: Lowers Frizz-type ability MP cost by 10%, raises potency and recovery by 10%. | |
| Frizz Resistance * | Sizz Resistance * | Crack Resistance * | Woosh Resistance * | |
| Normal | Very Weak | Very Weak | Half Res | |
| Bang Resistance * | Zap Resistance * | Zam Resistance * | Snooze Resistance | |
| Normal | Half Res | Normal | Half Res | |
| Poison Resistance | Physical Lock Resistance | Spell Lock Resistance | Martial Lock Resistance | |
| Normal | Normal | Half Res | Normal | |
| Breath Lock Resistance | Hobble Resistance * | Stun Resistance * | Dazzle Resistance | |
| Normal | Super Weak | Super Weak | Normal | |
| Curse Resistance | Paralysis Resistance | Confusion Resistance | Charm Resistance | |
| Normal | Immune | Normal | Normal |
| Dragonlord's True Form (竜王 Ryūō) | |
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| Max Level | HP | MP | Move | |
| 140 | 1,177 | 497 | 2-3 | |
| Attack | Defense | Agility | Wisdom | Weight |
| 533 | 418 | 361 | 295 | 65 |
Basic Skills
| First | Second | Third | ||
| Jet-Black Claws | Blazing Breath* | Dragon Swing* Talent Blossoming: Draconic Flame |
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Awakening Skills
| First | Second | Third |
| Instant Partyboost/Stats Up | Zap Res +25/Stats Up | Dragon Swing Potency +5%/Stats Up Draconic Flame Potency +5% Breath Potency +5% |
| Fourth | Fifth | |
| Woosh Res +25/Stats Up | Dragon Swing Potency +5%/Stats Up Draconic Flame Potency +5% Breath Potency +5% |
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Leader Perks
| First | |
| Lowers enemy DEF by 20% in a 5x5 square around him. | |
Basic Perks
| First | Second | Third |
| Max HP +30 ATK +15 |
Dragonlord's March: Raises Move by 1 for 2 turns at battle start. | Dragon Swing Potency +2% |
Perk Details
| First | |
| Instant Partyboost: Raises ATK for 3 turns at battle start. | |
| Frizz Resistance * | Sizz Resistance * | Crack Resistance * | Woosh Resistance * | |
| Normal | Very Weak | Very Weak | Half Res | |
| Bang Resistance * | Zap Resistance * | Zam Resistance * | Snooze Resistance | |
| Normal | Half Res | Normal | Immune | |
| Poison Resistance | Physical Lock Resistance | Spell Lock Resistance | Martial Lock Resistance | |
| Normal | Normal | Super Weak | Normal | |
| Breath Lock Resistance | Hobble Resistance * | Stun Resistance * | Dazzle Resistance | |
| Half Res | Normal | Normal | Normal | |
| Curse Resistance | Paralysis Resistance | Confusion Resistance | Charm Resistance | |
| Normal | Normal | Super Weak | Half Res |
Dragon Quest Keshi Keshi[edit]
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Itadaki Street Special[edit]
The Dragonlord, in his human form, is a playable character in Itadaki Street Special.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate[edit]
While the Dragonlord himself doesn't appear in the game, he is referenced in the Hero's Classic Mode path on the seventh and final stage. He is initially represented by Robin (from Fire Emblem: Awakening) in his blue outfit fought on Dracula's Castle (from Castlevania) in its Ω form. After Robin is defeated, a giant purple Charizard (from Pokémon) takes his place for the remainder of the fight. This two phase battle references the Dragonlord's two forms as a sorcerer and a Dragon in the original Dragon Quest.
In animation[edit]
The Dragonlord appeared as an antagonist to The N Team in Captain N: The Game Master, and worked with Mother Brain in his first appearance. In the show, he is a giant red dragon and lacks a human form.
Dragonlord appears in three episodes:
- Episode 7: "Three Men & A Dragon"
- Episode 23: "Trojan Dragon"
- Episode 24: "I Wish I Was a Wombatman" (Robotic replica)
The Dragonlord is the only character from a Dragon Quest game to appear in both episodes, with a Blue dragon appearing in Episode 7, and Slimes, as well Axe knight appearing in Episode 23.
Trivia[edit]
- The Dragonlord bears a striking resemblance to Maleficent of Disney's Sleeping Beauty, with both wielding staves, donning flowing, high-collared robes, and possessing the ability to transform into large, purple dragons. Additionally, while it is unclear whether the Dragonlord has horns, a headpiece of some kind, or simply unusually-shaped hair, it is nevertheless similar in appearance to Maleficent's own horned headpiece.
- The Dragon Quest 25th Anniversary Adventure History Book confirms that the Dragonlord is a descendant of the Dragon Queen, though it is unknown if he is her son or a descendant further down the family line.
- The Dragonlord will have special text if you free Princess Gwaelin from the green dragon and battle Dragonlord immediately afterwards, without dropping the beloved princess off at Tantegel.
Gallery[edit]
First form, Famicom art.
First form, Famicom art.
True form, Famicom art.
First form, Dragon Warrior I. (GBC)
True form, Dragon Warrior I. (GBC)
Erdrick Trilogy, Nintendo Switch sprite.
True form, Nintendo Switch sprite.
The Dragonlord meeting the Hero in DQ. (Cell phone)
The Dragonlord's true form revealed in Dragon Quest. (Cell phone)
Stealing the Ball of Light. (GBC)
Kenshin Dragon Quest - true form.
Monster Battle Road Victory cut-in.
First form, as seen in the Sofubi Monster merchandise series.
Monster Vignette figure.
Monsters Gallery HD THE BEST
True Form plush toy from the Densetsu no Maō series.
With Princess Gwaelin.
Itadaki Street Special.
Dragon Quest Builders.
True Form (Builders)
Heroes II first form.
Heroes II true form.
Dragonlord on Captain N: The Game Master.
Appearance in Stars.
Rivals card.
"Incarnation of Evil"
Appearance in Walk.
Featured on the special icon of Walk for the series' 35th anniversary.
Cosmic chimaera and Dragonlord as they appear in Tact.
Dragonlord and his True Form in Tact.
