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Knives are recurring type of weapon in the [[Dragon Quest (series)|Dragon Quest]] franchise. Though not as powerful as larger blades, knives are reliable weapons that are most often used by character unable to make use of heavier arms, such as [[thief|thieves]] and [[mage]]s.  
Knives are recurring type of weapon in the {{DQSeries}}. Though not as powerful as larger blades, knives are reliable weapons that are most often used by character unable to make use of heavier arms, such as [[Thieves]] and [[Mage]]s.  


Frequently, Knives possess special attributes to compensate for their low power, afflicting opponents with paralysis or instant death depending on the weapon equipped. Further more, one knife in particular has gained notoriety for its effectiveness in combating [[Metal Slime]]s--the [[Poison Needle]]. Because the dirk is set to '''always''' deal 1 point of damage upon a successful hit, patient players can whittle down a Metal Slime's HP in a scant few turns.
Frequently, Knives possess special attributes to compensate for their low power, afflicting opponents with paralysis or instant death depending on the weapon equipped. Further more, one knife in particular has gained notoriety for its effectiveness in combating [[Metal Slime]]s--the [[Poison Needle]]. Because the dirk is set to '''always''' deal 1 point of damage upon a successful hit, patient players can whittle down a Metal Slime's HP in a scant few turns. Beginning with ''Dragon Quest IX'', all knives will deal 10% more damage to members of the [[Bug family]].


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===[[Dragon Quest II]]===
==={{DQ2}}===
The [[Divine Dagger]] is the first appearance of a short blade in the series, and is the only non-staff weapon the [[Princess of Moonbrooke]] can use.  
The [[Divine Dagger]] is the first appearance of a short blade in the series, and is the only non-staff weapon the [[Princess of Moonbrooke]] can use.  


===[[Dragon Quest III]]===
==={{DQ3}}===
*[[Poison needle]] (all versions)
*[[Poison needle]]
*[[Bronze knife]] (remakes)
*[[Bronze knife]] (remakes)
*[[Divine dagger]] (all versions)
*[[Divine dagger]]
*[[Assassin's dagger]] (remakes)
*[[Assassin's dagger]] (remakes)


===[[Dragon Quest IV]]===
==={{DQ4}}===
*[[Poison needle]]
*[[Poison needle]]
*[[Falcon knife earrings]]
*[[Falcon knife earrings]]
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*[[Icicle dirk]]
*[[Icicle dirk]]


===[[Dragon Quest V]]===
==={{DQ5}}===
Knives can be used by [[Bianca]], [[Nera]], and [[Hero's Daughter (Dragon Quest V)|hero's daughter]], as well as by an assortment of monster allies.
Knives can be used by [[Bianca]], [[Nera]], and the [[Hero's Daughter (Dragon Quest V)|Hero's daughter]], as well as by an assortment of monster allies.
*[[Poison needle]]
*[[Poison needle]]
*[[Parring knife]]
*[[Parring knife]]
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*[[Poison moth knife]]
*[[Poison moth knife]]
*[[Falcon knife earrings]]
*[[Falcon knife earrings]]
*[[Icicle dirk]]


===[[Dragon Quest VI]]===
==={{DQ6}}===
*[[Poison needle]]
*[[Poison needle]]
*[[Bone stake]]
*[[Bone stake]]
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*[[Icicle dirk]]
*[[Icicle dirk]]


===[[Dragon Quest VII]]===
==={{DQ7}}===
Knives can be equipped by [[Maribel]], [[Sir Mervyn]], and [[Aishe]]. There are also a few that are restricted to [[Ruff]].
Knives can be equipped by [[Maribel]], [[Sir Mervyn]], and [[Aishe]]. There are also a few that are restricted to [[Ruff]].
*[[Poison needle]]
*[[Poison needle]]
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*[[Icicle dirk]]
*[[Icicle dirk]]


===[[Dragon Quest VIII]]===
==={{DQ8}}===
[[Jessica]] can use knives in the PS2 version, and [[Red]] can as well in the 3DS port. Once her knife skill reaches 30, she can also start wielding [[sword]]s as well.
[[Jessica]] can use knives in the PS2 version, and [[Red]] can as well in the 3DS port. Once her knife skill reaches 30, she can also start wielding [[sword]]s as well.
*[[Poison needle]]
*[[Poison needle]]
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*[[Dagger]]
*[[Dagger]]
*[[Poison moth knife]]
*[[Poison moth knife]]
*[[Falcon knife]]
*[[Falcon knife earrings|Falcon knife]]
*[[Assassin's dagger]]
*[[Assassin's dagger]]
*[[Eagle dagger]]
*[[Eagle dagger]]
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*[[Sword breaker]]
*[[Sword breaker]]


===[[Dragon Quest IX]]===
==={{DQ9}}===
Knives can be used by the [[warrior]], [[thief]], and [[mage]] vocations. However, once a character fully masters the [[List of knife skills in Dragon Quest IX| Knife skill set]], they can freely use the daggers with any vocation.  
Knives can be used by the [[Warrior]], [[Thief]], and [[Mage]] vocations. However, once a character fully masters the [[List of knife skills in Dragon Quest IX|Knife skill set]], they can freely use the daggers with any vocation.  
 
*[[List of knife alchemy recipes in Dragon Quest IX]]
*[[List of knife alchemy recipes in Dragon Quest IX]]
*[[Poison needle]]
*[[Poison needle]]
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*[[Dynamo dagger]]
*[[Dynamo dagger]]


===[[Dragon Quest X]]===
==={{DQ10}}===
{{Stub}}
{{Stub}}


===[[Dragon Quest XI]]===
==={{DQ11}}===
*[[Erik's Dagger]]
[[Erik]] and [[Sylvando]] can equip knives. Knives are one-handed, so the user can dual-wield them once they unlock the appropriate skill. Knives deal 10% extra damage to monsters in the [[Nature family]], owing to the bug family being grouped with aquatics and plants for the title.
*[[Bronze Knife]]
*[[Erik's dagger]]
*[[Divine Dagger]]
*[[Bronze knife]]
*[[Poison Moth Knife]]
*[[Divine dagger]]
*[[Batterfly Knife]]
*[[Poison moth knife]]
*[[Poison Needle]]
*[[Batterfly knife]]
*[[Assassin's Dagger]]
*[[Poison needle]]
*[[Eagle Dagger]]
*[[Assassin's dagger]]
*[[Eagle dagger]]
*[[Bloodletter]]
*[[Bloodletter]]
*[[Falcon Knife Earring]]
*[[Falcon knife earrings]]
*[[Sword Breaker]]
*[[Sword breaker]]
*[[Icicle Dirk]]
*[[Icicle dirk]]
*[[Nobleman's Knife]]
*[[Nobleman's knife]]
*[[Serpentscale Skean]]
*[[Serpentscale skean]]
*[[Dread Dagger]]
*[[Dread dagger]]
*[[Soul Breaker]]
*[[Soul breaker]]
*[[Imp Knife]]
*[[Imp knife]]
*[[Fenrir Fang]]
*[[Fenrir fang]]
*[[Gladius]]
*[[Gladius]]
*[[Gyphon's Wing]]
*[[Gyphon's Wing]]
*[[Flame Tang]]
*[[Flametang]]
*[[High-Born Blade]]
*[[High-Born Blade]]
*[[Thunderstorm Skean]]
*[[Thunderstorm Skean]]
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*[[El Stupendo]]
*[[El Stupendo]]
*[[Timeshear]]
*[[Timeshear]]
*[[Deft Dagger]]
*[[Deft dagger]]
*[[Darting Dagger]]
*[[Darting dagger]]
*[[Dashing Dagger]]
*[[Dashing dagger]]
*[[Dynamo Dagger]]
*[[Dynamo dagger]]
 
==={{DQB}}===
The [[Builder (Dragon Quest Builders)|Builder]] is able to throw divine daggers to attack enemies at range.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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{{DQWeapons}}
{{DQWeapons}}
[[category: weapon families]]
[[Category:Knives]]
[[category:Recurring elements]]
[[category:Recurring elements]]
[[category: weapon families]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest II weapons]]
[[Category:Knife]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest III weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IV weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest V weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VI weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VII weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VIII weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IX weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest X weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest XI weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Builders weapons]]

Latest revision as of 03:39, 25 December 2023

Knives are recurring type of weapon in the Dragon Quest series. Though not as powerful as larger blades, knives are reliable weapons that are most often used by character unable to make use of heavier arms, such as Thieves and Mages.

Frequently, Knives possess special attributes to compensate for their low power, afflicting opponents with paralysis or instant death depending on the weapon equipped. Further more, one knife in particular has gained notoriety for its effectiveness in combating Metal Slimes--the Poison Needle. Because the dirk is set to always deal 1 point of damage upon a successful hit, patient players can whittle down a Metal Slime's HP in a scant few turns. Beginning with Dragon Quest IX, all knives will deal 10% more damage to members of the Bug family.

Appearances[edit]

Dragon Quest II: Luminaries of the Legendary Line[edit]

The Divine Dagger is the first appearance of a short blade in the series, and is the only non-staff weapon the Princess of Moonbrooke can use.

Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation[edit]

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen[edit]

Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride[edit]

Knives can be used by Bianca, Nera, and the Hero's daughter, as well as by an assortment of monster allies.

Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation[edit]

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past[edit]

Knives can be equipped by Maribel, Sir Mervyn, and Aishe. There are also a few that are restricted to Ruff.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King[edit]

Jessica can use knives in the PS2 version, and Red can as well in the 3DS port. Once her knife skill reaches 30, she can also start wielding swords as well.

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies[edit]

Knives can be used by the Warrior, Thief, and Mage vocations. However, once a character fully masters the Knife skill set, they can freely use the daggers with any vocation.

Dragon Quest X[edit]

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age[edit]

Erik and Sylvando can equip knives. Knives are one-handed, so the user can dual-wield them once they unlock the appropriate skill. Knives deal 10% extra damage to monsters in the Nature family, owing to the bug family being grouped with aquatics and plants for the title.

Dragon Quest Builders[edit]

The Builder is able to throw divine daggers to attack enemies at range.

Gallery[edit]