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'''Kacrack''' is a spell in the [[Dragon Quest (series)|''Dragon Quest'']] series. It pierces all enemies with ice damage. Kacrack was removed from the series' spell pool in ''Dragon Quest V'', due to [[Kacrackle]]'s target range being increased to effect all enemies. The spell would not return until ''Dragon Quest IX''.
'''Kacrack''' is a spell in the {{DQSeries}}. It pierces all enemies with ice damage. Kacrack was removed from the series' spell pool in ''Dragon Quest V'', due to [[Kacrackle]]'s target range being increased to effect all enemies. The spell would not return until ''Dragon Quest IX''. It is also related to the spells [[Crack]] and [[Crackle]].


==Localization history==
==Localization history==
The Japanese spell ''Hyadain'' exists only in the third and fourth games. In the Japanese version of the games, ''Hyadain'''s position as the second strongest ice spell would eventually be taken by ''Mahyado'' and a stronger spell named ''Mahyadedosu'' was introduced in the ''Monsters: Joker'' series of games and eventually introduced in the main series starting with ''Dragon Quest IX''. In the English versions of the games, Kacrackle continued to be used as the name of the strongest ice spell even though a new spell had been introduced, while Kacrack would be used as the new English name for ''Mahyado''.
The Japanese spell ''Hyadain'' originally appeared in the third and fourth games. In the Japanese version of the games, ''Hyadain'''s position as the second strongest ice spell would eventually be taken by ''Mahyado'' and a stronger spell named ''Mahyadedosu'' was introduced in the ''Monsters: Joker'' series of games, eventually being introduced in the main series starting with ''Dragon Quest IX''. In the English versions of the games, Kacrackle continued to be used as the name of the strongest ice spell even though a new spell had been introduced, while Kacrack would be used as the new English name for ''Mahyado''. In Japan, ''Hyadain'' returned in a handful of spinoff appearances, such as ''The Adventure of Dai'' and ''Torneko: The Last Hope''.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
==={{DQ3}}===
==={{DQ3}}===
Learned by [[Mage]]s & [[Sage]]s at Level 32 in the [[Nintendo Entertainment System|original release]] due to a glitch. It costs 9 MP and hits all enemies for 60~80 points of damage. In the [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|Super Famicom]] remake and its [[Game Boy]] Color port the glitch has been corrected and the spell is learned at Level 26.
Learned by [[Mage]]s & [[Sage]]s at Level 32 in the [[Nintendo Entertainment System|original release]] due to a glitch. It costs 9 MP and hits all enemies for 60~80 points of damage. In the [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|Super Famicom]] remake and its [[Game Boy]] Color port, the glitch has been corrected and the spell is learned at Level 26.


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==={{DQ11}}===
==={{DQ11}}===
[[Rab]] and [[Veronica (Dragon Quest XI)|Veronica]] will learn Kacrack at level 44. The spell costs 20 MP to cast and it's base range is 104~136 with the maximum range being 200~232 once the caster's Magical might reaches 323.
[[Rab]] and {{Veronica 11}} will both learn Kacrack at level 44. The spell costs 20 MP to cast and its base range is 104~136 with the maximum range being 200~232 once the caster's Magical might reaches 323.
 
==={{DQDai}}===
Kacrack is first cast by [[Dai]] on Dermline Island in order to counteract the effects of [[Hadlar]]'s [[Kafrizz]] spell, demonstrating a level of magic beyond his abilities. The sage Marin also casts Kacrack against [[Flazzard]] during the battle at Valge Tower, but it proves ineffective, as he is able to absorb the effects of the spell with the icy side of his body. In the series, Kacrack is depicted as a compressed blast of ice-cold blue energy sent forth from the caster's hands.


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Kacrack is the third tier spell of Jessica and can be learned by investing 16 skill points. After charging her Crackle spell for a short time, she can cast Kacrack, which creates a large burst of ice crystals in front of her that have a chance of freezing enemies for 19 MP.
Kacrack is the third tier spell of Jessica and can be learned by investing 16 skill points. After charging her Crackle spell for a short time, she can cast Kacrack, which creates a large burst of ice crystals in front of her that have a chance of freezing enemies for 19 MP.
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|DQH=Freezes foes with an enormous blast of ice.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions</ref>
|DQH=Freezes foes with an enormous blast of ice.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.</ref>
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==={{AHB}}===
Kacrack appears as a normal spell for both [[Matoriv]] and [[Nova]] and as a spell finisher for [[Popp]], with the Luminary Leader being able to use all three versions. Matoriv's version inflicts piercing magical Ice damage over a small area and temporarily raises the caster's Ice damage. Nova's version inflicts magical Ice damage over a small area and temporarily lowers the target's physical and magical defence for a short time. Popp's version deals magical Ice damage over a wide area.
Matoriv and Nova's Kacrack spells are actually named ''Hyadain'' in the Japanese version of the game, sharing a name with Kacrack from both ''Dragon Quest III'' and ''IV'', while Popp's is named ''Mahyado''.


==Enemy versions==
==Enemy versions==
Kacrack has only been used by monsters thus far in ''IX'', where it deals 53~76.
Kacrack has only been used by monsters thus far in ''IX'', where it deals 53~76.


==Other Languages==
==In Other Languages==
{{OtherLanguages
{{OtherLanguages
|es=Megahelada|es-meaning=From ''{{tt|mega-|large or mighty}}'' and ''{{tt|helada|freeze, frost}}''.
|es=Megahelada|es-meaning=From ''{{tt|mega-|large or mighty}}'' and ''{{tt|helada|freeze, frost}}''.
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
<center><gallery>
Image:DQXI Rab Kacrack.jpg|Rab casting Kacrack
DQXI Rab Kacrack.jpg|Rab casting Kacrack
Image:DQR Mahyado.png|''Rivals'' card
DQH Kacrack.jpg|Jessica casting Kacrack
DQR Mahyado.png|''Rivals'' card
AHB Kacrack Matoriv.png|Matoriv's skill icon for Kacrack in ''A Hero's Bonds''
AHB Kacrack.png|Nova's skill icon for Kacrack in ''A Hero's Bonds''
AHB Kackrack.png|Popp's skill icon for Kacrack in ''A Hero's Bonds''
DQDai 2020 Hyadain.jpg|Dai casting Kacrack in the 2020 ''The Adventure of Dai'' series
</gallery></center>
</gallery></center>


==Japanese musician==
==Japanese musician==
Japanese musician [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyadain Kenichi Maeyamada] (前山田健一) has used the pseudonym "ヒャダイン"(the Japanese name for kacrack), in addition to his real name. He chose that name because he found the uselessness of kacrack (in Dragon Quest III and IV) ironic and fun.<ref>''[https://web.archive.org/web/20100523101135/http://sankei.jp.msn.com/entertainments/music/100520/msc1005200501000-n5.htm 【WEB人・詳報版】「ヒャダイン」こと前山田健一さん(29) 【プロの犯行】だったアレンジ曲投稿]'' (in Japanese), 2010-05-20, archived on 2010-05-23, Sankei Shimbun.</ref>
Japanese musician [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyadain Kenichi Maeyamada] (前山田健一) has used the pseudonym "ヒャダイン"(the Japanese name for Kacrack), in addition to his real name. He chose that name because he found the uselessness of Kacrack (in ''Dragon Quest III'' and ''IV'') ironic and fun.<ref>''[https://web.archive.org/web/20100523101135/http://sankei.jp.msn.com/entertainments/music/100520/msc1005200501000-n5.htm 【WEB人・詳報版】「ヒャダイン」こと前山田健一さん(29) 【プロの犯行】だったアレンジ曲投稿]'' (in Japanese), 2010-05-20, archived on 2010-05-23, Sankei Shimbun.</ref>


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== References ==
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[[Category:Torneko: The Last Hope spells]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker spells]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2 spells]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2 spells]]
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Revision as of 20:33, 23 November 2022

Kacrack is a spell in the Dragon Quest series. It pierces all enemies with ice damage. Kacrack was removed from the series' spell pool in Dragon Quest V, due to Kacrackle's target range being increased to effect all enemies. The spell would not return until Dragon Quest IX. It is also related to the spells Crack and Crackle.

Localization history

The Japanese spell Hyadain originally appeared in the third and fourth games. In the Japanese version of the games, Hyadain's position as the second strongest ice spell would eventually be taken by Mahyado and a stronger spell named Mahyadedosu was introduced in the Monsters: Joker series of games, eventually being introduced in the main series starting with Dragon Quest IX. In the English versions of the games, Kacrackle continued to be used as the name of the strongest ice spell even though a new spell had been introduced, while Kacrack would be used as the new English name for Mahyado. In Japan, Hyadain returned in a handful of spinoff appearances, such as The Adventure of Dai and Torneko: The Last Hope.

Appearances

Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation

Learned by Mages & Sages at Level 32 in the original release due to a glitch. It costs 9 MP and hits all enemies for 60~80 points of damage. In the Super Famicom remake and its Game Boy Color port, the glitch has been corrected and the spell is learned at Level 26.

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen

Kacrack is learned by Borya at Level 27 and deals 60~80 damage for 8 MP.

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies

Learned by Mages at level 40. Lacerates all enemies with a raw volley of rasping ice for 24 MP. Base damage is 80~104 until the caster's magical might overcomes 200, and the cap is 204~227 at 999.

Dragon Quest X

Kacrack is learned by Mages at level 51 and Death Masters at level 77. It can also be learned by Jailcat as a monster companion with the Crack Knowledge skill tree for 32 skill points. It costs 21 MP to cast, with the base damage damage 76~88. Higher damage is calculated as (Magical might - 169) x 0.36 + 76~88 for a maximum range of 376~388. The caster's magical might can be pushed beyond 999 thanks to buff abilities, changing the calculation to (Magical might - 999) /4 + 376~388 for a true cap of 501~513 at 1,500 magical might.

As X is a 3D game the ability for Kacrack to harm multiple monsters depends on the proximity of those enemies to the target monster the caster selects when casting the spell. The range for the target is 15 meters, with the spread damage effect extending to 6 meters.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

Rab and Veronica will both learn Kacrack at level 44. The spell costs 20 MP to cast and its base range is 104~136 with the maximum range being 200~232 once the caster's Magical might reaches 323.

Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai

Kacrack is first cast by Dai on Dermline Island in order to counteract the effects of Hadlar's Kafrizz spell, demonstrating a level of magic beyond his abilities. The sage Marin also casts Kacrack against Flazzard during the battle at Valge Tower, but it proves ineffective, as he is able to absorb the effects of the spell with the icy side of his body. In the series, Kacrack is depicted as a compressed blast of ice-cold blue energy sent forth from the caster's hands.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker

Kacrack rips into all enemies with a hail of razor-sharp icicles for 12 MP. It can be learned from various skill trees.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2

Kacrack deals 114~126 base damage, and will cap at 209~231. It costs 28 MP to cast, and can be learned from all the skills it could be previously. It can now be learned from:

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3

Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below

Kacrack is the third tier spell of Jessica and can be learned by investing 16 skill points. After charging her Crackle spell for a short time, she can cast Kacrack, which creates a large burst of ice crystals in front of her that have a chance of freezing enemies for 19 MP.

GameDescription
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Freezes foes with an enormous blast of ice.[1]

Dragon Quest Heroes II: Twin Kings and the Prophecy's End

Dragon Quest Tact

Kacrack can be learned by Claria at level 48 and can also be learned by Slimecicle through Talent Blossoming. It costs 108 MP to cast. It has a range of three squares in front of her and inflicts major Crack-type spell damage to all enemies in a range of three squares horizontally. Upgrading the spell increases its damage and reduces the amount of MP it costs to cast.

Kacrack (マヒャド Mahyado)Tactlogo.png
Ability information
Kacrack
Role * Type * Element MP cost
Attack Spell DQTact Crack.png 108
Range Additional effects
DQTact RangeFront3.png
Front 3
None
Description
Deals major Crack-type spell damage to all enemies in area of effect
Naturally learnt by
Claria, Slimecicle


Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai: A Hero's Bonds

Kacrack appears as a normal spell for both Matoriv and Nova and as a spell finisher for Popp, with the Luminary Leader being able to use all three versions. Matoriv's version inflicts piercing magical Ice damage over a small area and temporarily raises the caster's Ice damage. Nova's version inflicts magical Ice damage over a small area and temporarily lowers the target's physical and magical defence for a short time. Popp's version deals magical Ice damage over a wide area.

Matoriv and Nova's Kacrack spells are actually named Hyadain in the Japanese version of the game, sharing a name with Kacrack from both Dragon Quest III and IV, while Popp's is named Mahyado.

Enemy versions

Kacrack has only been used by monsters thus far in IX, where it deals 53~76.

In Other Languages

Language Translation Meaning
ICON-FLAG-ES.png EspañolMegaheladaFrom mega- and helada.
ICON-FLAG-FR.png FrançaisMégaglaceFrom mega- and glace.
ICON-FLAG-DE.png DeutschKlirrDerived from the German verb klirren, which means to clash or clatter.
ICON-FLAG-IT.png ItalianoAntartideItalian for Antartica, the coldest place on Earth.

Battle Visuals

Gallery

Japanese musician

Japanese musician Kenichi Maeyamada (前山田健一) has used the pseudonym "ヒャダイン"(the Japanese name for Kacrack), in addition to his real name. He chose that name because he found the uselessness of Kacrack (in Dragon Quest III and IV) ironic and fun.[2]

References

  1. Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.
  2. 【WEB人・詳報版】「ヒャダイン」こと前山田健一さん(29) 【プロの犯行】だったアレンジ曲投稿 (in Japanese), 2010-05-20, archived on 2010-05-23, Sankei Shimbun.