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{{Spell Infobox
|title = Kasap
|image = [[File:DQIV Kasap.png|170px]]
|japanese = ルカナン
|romaji = Rukanan
|type = Debilitating
|old=Decrease<br>Defence (''II'' and ''III'' NES)<br>Defense (''II'' GBC to ''VII'' PS1)
}}

'''Kasap''' is a recurring spell in the [[Dragon Quest (series)|''Dragon Quest'' series]]. Unlike [[Sap]], it reduces the [[defence]] of a group of enemies instead of just one.

==Appearances==
==={{DQ2}}===
The [[Princess of Moonbrooke]] learns Kasap at Level 10. In the NES version it reduces the defence of all enemies by 12.5%, and in all other versions it reduces a group of enemies' defence by 50%. It costs 2 MP in all versions.

==={{DQ3}}===
Kasap is learned at level 18 by both a [[Priest]] and [[Sage]], and decreases defence by 50% for 4 MP.

==={{DQ4}}===
Kasap is learned by [[Borya]] at level 21, and is already known by [[Psaro (Character)|Psaro]] upon joining. [[Orifiela]] also knows the spell. It has the same properties as in the previous game, but will only last 7~10 turns in the remakes instead of the entire battle.

==={{DQ5}}===
Kasap has the same properties as ''III'' in all versions.
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|[[Honey]]||--
|-
|[[Debora Briscoletti|Debora]]||--
|-
|[[Goodybag/recruit|Goodybag]]||--
|-
|[[Grudgerigar/recruit|Grudgerigar]]||--
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|[[Mandrake marshal/recruit|Mandrake marshal]]||--
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|[[Archdemon/recruit|Archdemon]]||5
|-
|[[Bianca]]||7
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|[[Conkjurer/recruit|Conkjurer]]||8
|-
|[[Hellion/recruit|Hellion]]||9
|-
|[[Nera Briscoletti|Nera]]||11
|-
|[[Pocus poppet/recruit|Pocus poppet]]||12
|-
|[[Slime/recruit|Slime]]||15
|-
|[[Warhog/recruit|Warhog]]||15
|-
|[[Wiz pip/recruit|Wiz pip]]||20
|-
|[[Hero's Daughter (Dragon Quest V)|Daughter]]||22
|}

==={{DQ6}}===
Kasap is learned by [[Ashlynn]] at level 12. Other characters can learn it by advancing to rank 4 of the [[Mage]] vocation. It now reduces defence by 25% for 4 MP.

==={{DQ7}}===
Kasap has the same cost and effect as in ''VI'', and is learned by reaching rank 5 of the [[Monster Master|Monster Masher]], rank 3 of the [[Paladin]], rank 5 of the [[Champion]], rank 1 of the [[Hero (Class)|Hero]], and rank 1 of the [[Druid]] vocations.

==={{DQ8}}===
[[Jessica]] learns this spell after investing 7 points into her "Staff" skill. It reduces defense by 25%, costs 4 MP, and lasts 7~10 turns.

==={{DQ9}}===
Kasap reduces defence by up to 50%, and is learned by [[Mage]]s at level 25 and [[Armamentalist]]s at level 18. It costs 8 MP to cast, and will improve in accuracy once the caster's magical might surpasses 50. When the value reaches 499, the spell will be 100% accurate barring enemy resistance.

==={{DQ10}}===
Kasap can be learned by [[Minstrel]]s at level 20 and costs 4 MP to cast. It reduces the defence of the targeted monster and any nearby monsters within a certain range.

==={{DQ11}}===
[[Veronica (Dragon Quest XI)|Veronica]] learns Kasap at level 17 and [[Rab]] joins the party having already learned the spell. Kasap costs 4 MP to cast and now targets all monsters in battle instead of just one group, lowering their defence by 50% for 4~6 turns.

==={{DQM}}===
Known as Defense in this game, it is an upgraded form of Sap. Sap will evolve into Defense when the monster reaches level 8 with at least 36 max MP and 32 Intelligence. It is learned naturally by [[MadPecker]], [[MadPlant]], [[MedusaEye]], [[Orc]], [[Picky]], [[Putrepup]], [[Skeletor]], [[TreeSlime]], and [[Voodoll]].

==={{DQMJ}}===
Kasap can be learned from various skill trees.

* [[Cluboon (skill) | Cluboon II]] (55 points)
* [[Dhoulmagus (skill) | Dhoulmagus]] (4 points)
* [[Saboteur]] (64 points)
* [[Über Helpful]] (32 points)

==={{DQMJ2}}===
Kasap now requires only 58 points in [[Saboteur]] It can also be learned from [[Leonyx (skill) | Leonyx]] for 11 points.

==={{DQH}}===
Kasap is an enemy-only spell that can be cast by [[Drackmage]]s and [[Boss troll]]s. It creates a magic circle on the ground that decreases the Defence of any character caught within it. The effect lasts for about 20 seconds. Characters affected by Kasap will have a blue glow surrounding their body. If a drackmage is summoned with a monster medal, it will cast Kasap on any nearby enemies, as well.

==={{DQTact}}===
Kasap can be learned by [[Goodybag]] and [[Mud mannequin]] at level 16, [[Sculptrice]] at level 18, [[Frostburn]] at level 22, [[Drohl drone]] at level 32, and [[Slimeshroom]] at level 44. It costs 14 MP to cast, has a range of three squares away from the caster, and lowers the DEF of all enemies in a 3x3 square. It can also be taught to any unit by using an ability scroll.
{{DQTactSkill
|name=Kasap
|kanji=ルカナン
|romanji=Rukanan
|type=Spell
|role=Debuff
|element=[[Image:DQTact Non-elemental.png|48px]]
|mp=14
|range=[[Image:DQTact_Range3x3.png|48px]]<br>3
|status=[[Image:DQTact DEFDown.png|48px]]<br>DEF Down
|description=Occasionally lowers the DEF of all enemies in area of effect for 3 turns
|monsters=Drohl drone, Frostburn, Goodybag, Mud mannequin, Sculptrice, Slimeshroom
}}

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Image:DQ3 Spell Kasap.png|''DQ III''
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