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{{quote|style=1|quote='''''If you're looking for speed, my guy was born to run. He's unstoppable! Sure, he's run from every battle he's fought, but at least he's undefeated, eh?'''''|source=-- Man with metal slime, [[Slimopolis]], {{Dragon Quest VI}}|console=|align=center|bgcolor=efeff5}}
{{quote|style=1|quote='''''If you're looking for speed, my guy was born to run. He's unstoppable! Sure, he's run from every battle he's fought, but at least he's undefeated, eh?'''''|source=-- Man with metal slime, [[Slimopolis]], {{Dragon Quest VI}}|console=|align=center|bgcolor=efeff5}}
The '''Metal Slime''' is a recurring monster in the {{DQSeries}}. Introduced in the [[Dragon Quest|original game]], it is the forefather of the [[Metal slime family]] and set the standard for every member therein.
The '''Metal slime''' is a recurring monster in the {{DQSeries}}. Introduced in the [[Dragon Quest|original game]], it is the forefather of the [[Metal slime family]] and set the standard for every member therein.


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
As far as appearances go, the metal slime is nearly identical to a normal slime, with its only notable differences being its gray coloring and metallic luster.
As far as appearances go, the metal slime is nearly identical to a normal slime, with its only notable differences being its gray coloring and metallic luster.


Metal slimes are infamous monsters in the series and for a good reason: they have one of the highest experience point payouts of any enemy in the games, exceeded only by far stronger monsters and other metal monsters; even some bosses pay out less than a single metal slime does. This comes at a catch, however: metal slimes rarely appear, and when they do, they usually run away at the first chance, often without a scratch due to a very high agility stat. Even if the player gets lucky and a metal slime or two decide to stick around for a turn, nearly all normal attacks will either miss or do a measly 1 point of damage, though their low HP means every hit counts. Nearly all forms of spell and skill are completely ineffective against metal slimes.
Metal slimes are infamous monsters in the series and for a good reason: they have one of the highest experience point payouts of any enemy in the games, exceeded only by far stronger monsters and other metal monsters; even some bosses pay out less than a single metal slime does. This comes at a catch, however: Metal slimes rarely appear, and when they do, they usually run away at the first chance, often without a scratch due to a very high agility stat. Even if the player gets lucky and a Metal slime or two decide to stick around for a turn, nearly all normal attacks will either miss or do a measly 1 point of damage, though their low {{HP}} means every hit counts. Nearly all forms of spell and skill are completely ineffective against Metal slimes.


Anti-metal weapons such as the [[Metal slime spear]] will always deal damage to a metal slime, and the [[Poison needle]] has a 12.5%({{fraction|1|8}}) chance to kill instantly if it connects, as well as the [[Hela's hammer]]'s 37.5%({{fraction|3|8}}) are popular among players who enjoy gambling on mashing the globs in one shot.
Anti-metal weapons such as the [[Metal slime spear]] will always deal damage to a metal slime, and the [[Poison needle]] has a 12.5%({{fraction|1|8}}) chance to kill instantly if it connects, as well as the [[Hela's hammer]]'s 37.5%({{fraction|3|8}}) are popular among players who enjoy gambling on mashing the globs in one shot.
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==={{DQ3}}===
==={{DQ3}}===
The fire breath granted by the dragon form after casting [[Puff!]] is capable of instantly defeating metal slimes. Because the transformation drastically cuts the caster's agility, it is strongly advised to follow up with [[Acceleratle]].
The fire breath granted by the dragon form after casting [[Puff!]] is capable of instantly defeating Metal slimes. Because the transformation drastically cuts the caster's agility, it is strongly advised to follow up with [[Acceleratle]].
{{DQ3Enemy
{{DQ3Enemy
|name=Metal slime
|name=Metal slime
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|skills=Flee<br>Call for help
|skills=Flee<br>Call for help
|item=[[Seed of agility]]{{fraction|1|32}}
|item=[[Seed of agility]]{{fraction|1|32}}
|locations=[[Baharata]] Region, [[Tower of Transcendence]], [[Zipangu Cave]], [[Navel of the Earth]]
|locations=[[Baharata]] Region, [[Tower of Transcendence]], [[Orochi's Lair]], [[Gaia's Navel]]
|evasion=0/64
|evasion=0/64
|fire-resist=100%
|fire-resist=100%
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|skills=Flee
|skills=Flee
|item=[[Golden tiara]]({{fraction|1|256}})
|item=[[Golden tiara]]({{fraction|1|256}})
|locations=[[Endor]] (Ch 2), [[The Cistern Chapel]] (Ch 3, 5), [[Lakanaba]] (Ch 5), [[Vrenor]] (Ch 5), [[Shinnock]] (Ch 5), [[Ballymoral]] (Ch 5), Desert (Ch 5), [[Porthtrunnel]] (Ch 5), [[Bath]] (Ch 5), [[Rosehill]] (Ch 5), [[Pharos Beacon]] (Ch 5)
|locations=[[Endor]] ({{DQ4 Chapter 2}}), [[The Cistern Chapel]] ({{DQ4 Chapter 3}}, 5), [[Lakanaba]] ({{DQ4 Chapter 5}}), [[Vrenor]] (Chapter 5), [[Shinnock]] (Chapter 5), [[Ballymoral]] (Chapter 5), Desert (Chapter 5), [[Porthtrunnel]] (Chapter 5), [[Bath]] (Chapter 5), [[Rosehill]] (Chapter 5), [[Pharos Beacon]] (Chapter 5)
|evasion=0/64
|evasion=0/64
|frizz-resist=100%
|frizz-resist=100%
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|spells=[[Frizz]]
|spells=[[Frizz]]
|skills=Flee
|skills=Flee
|item=[[Seed of Agility]]{{fraction|1|64}}
|item=[[Seed of agility]]{{fraction|1|64}}
|locations=[[Whealbrook Adit]] (G2)<br>[[Abovitall Tower]]<br>[[Scary Lair]]<br>[[Cataract Caves]]<br>[[Dominicus' Dominion]]<br>[[Neverglade]]<br>[[Nadiria]] - outside Mt. Zugzwang<br>[[Mt. Zugzwang]]<br>[[Estark's Labyrinth]]
|locations=[[Whealbrook Adit]] (G2)<br>[[Abovitall Tower]]<br>[[Scary Lair]]<br>[[Cataract Caves]]<br>[[Dominicus' Dominion]]<br>[[Neverglade]]<br>[[Nadiria]] - outside Mt. Zugzwang<br>[[Mt. Zugzwang]]<br>[[Estark's Labyrinth]]
|evasion=0/64
|evasion=0/64
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It is interesting to note that it is possible to put metal slimes to sleep in this title, and that normal damage may start being dealt once a character's attack power gets high enough.
It is interesting to note that it is possible to put Metal slimes to sleep in this title, and that normal damage may start being dealt once a character's attack power gets high enough.
{{Clear}}
{{Clear}}


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These metal slimes (differentiated as metal slime S) will summon more of themselves until there are 8 of them, then they try to form a metal king slime.
These Metal slimes (differentiated as Metal slime S) will summon more of themselves until there are 8 of them, then they try to form a Metal king slime.


==={{DQ8}}===
==={{DQ8}}===
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|family = Slime
|family = Slime
|description = ''Those lucky enough to meet one of these and defeat it before it dashes off will find it a very rewarding experience.''<br>''Warning: Ordinary slimes have recently been wrapping themselves in aluminum foil and masquerading as metal slimes.''
|description = ''Those lucky enough to meet one of these and defeat it before it dashes off will find it a very rewarding experience.''<br>''Warning: Ordinary slimes have recently been wrapping themselves in aluminum foil and masquerading as metal slimes.''
|locations = [[Quarantomb]], [[Pluvi Isle]] (islet, daytime), [[Angel Falls]] area (slime hill: post-game)
|locations = [[Quarantomb]], [[Pluvi Isle]] (islet, daytime), [[Angel Falls]] area (Slime hill: post-game)
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|spells=[[Frizz]]
|spells=[[Frizz]]
|skills=Flee
|skills=Flee
|items=[[Seed of Life]]{{fraction|1|32}}<br>[[Molten globules]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|items=[[Seed of life]]{{fraction|1|32}}<br>[[Molten globules]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|locations=[[Gallopolis]] region (first act)<BR>[[Dundrasil]] region (first act)<BR>[[Ruins of Dundrasil]] (first act)<BR>[[Caverns under Octagonia]] (first act)<BR>[[Rainbow Mines]] ({{3DS}} & {{Switch}} only)  
|locations=[[Gallopolis]] region (first act)<BR>[[Dundrasil]] region (first act)<BR>[[Ruins of Dundrasil]] (first act)<BR>[[Caverns under Octagonia]] (first act)<BR>[[Rainbow Mines]] ({{3DS}} & {{Switch}} only)  
|evasion=N/A
|evasion=N/A
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|name = Metal slime
|name = Metal slime
|image =   
|image =   
|family = [[Slime family | Slime]]
|family = [[Slime family|Slime]]
|rank = D
|rank = D
|size = S
|size = S
|weapons = Whips, Spears, Claws, Staves
|weapons = Whips, Spears, Claws, Staves
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Metal Body]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Yellow-Belly]]
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Metal Body]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Yellow-Belly]]
|resistances = Immune to [[Frizz]], [[Bang]], [[Woosh]], [[Crack]], [[Zap]], [[Zam]], [[Sizz]], [[Donk]], [[Abiliterator]], [[Blade Blunter]], [[Fire Breath]], [[Cold Breath]], [[Whack]], Poison, [[Drain Magic]], [[Gobstopper]], [[Ban Dance]], Confusion, Inaction, Paralysis, Sleep, [[Decelerate]], [[Dim]], and Magical Sabotage.
|resistances = Immune to [[Frizz]], [[Bang]], [[Woosh]], [[Crack]], [[Zap]], [[Zam]], [[Sizz]], [[Donk]], [[Abiliterator]], [[Blade Blunter]], [[Fire Breath]], [[Cold Breath]], [[Whack]], Poison, [[Drain Magic]], [[Gobstopper]], [[Ban Dance]], Confusion, Inaction, Paralysis, Sleep, [[Decelerate]], [[Dim]], and Magical Sabotage.
|skill = [[Slimer]]
|skill = [[Slimer]]
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===''[[Dragon Quest Tact]]''===
==={{DQTact}}===
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
===''Artwork and media appearances''===
===''Artwork and media appearances''===
<div align=center><gallery>
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Metal_Slime_vintage.png|{{Famicom}} artwork.
Metal_Slime_vintage.png|{{Famicom}} artwork.
Metalslime DQM PSX.gif|''DQM I&II'' sprite.
Metalslime DQM PSX.gif|''DQM I&II'' sprite.
Metal slime caravan heart sprite.png|''Caravan Heart'' sprite.
Metal slime caravan heart sprite.png|''Caravan Heart'' sprite.
Metalslime DQMJ DS.png|''Joker'' model
Metalslime DQMJ DS.png|''Joker'' model.
Meddle slime joker 2.png|''Joker 2'' model
Meddle slime joker 2.png|''Joker 2'' model.
DQH Metal Slime.png|''Heroes'' render
DQH Metal Slime.png|''Heroes'' render.
Goosashi Gooshido and Tokyo Tom.png|''[[Slime MoriMori Dragon Quest: Shougeki no Shippo Dan]]''
Goosashi Gooshido and Tokyo Tom.png|''[[Slime MoriMori Dragon Quest: Shougeki no Shippo Dan]]''
Singing metal slime.png|
Singing metal slime.png|
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