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==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===[[Dragon Quest]]===
===''[[Dragon Quest]]''===
In the original game, there are only three shields available; the strongest being the [[silver shield]].
In the original game, there are only three shields available; the strongest being the [[silver shield]].


===[[Dragon Quest II]]===
===''[[Dragon Quest II]]''===
There are a few shields, and all can be equipped by [[Hero (Dragon Quest II)|the hero]]. Only two could be worn by the [[Prince of Cannock]] though; the [[Princess of Moonbrooke]] is sadly out of luck.
There are a few shields, and all can be equipped by [[Hero (Dragon Quest II)|the hero]]. Only two could be worn by the [[Prince of Cannock]] though; the [[Princess of Moonbrooke]] is sadly out of luck.


===[[Dragon Quest III]]===
===''[[Dragon Quest III]]''===
The selection of shields were considerably expanded in this installment. While [[Hero (Dragon Quest III)|hero]], [[warrior]]s, [[thief|thieves]], [[priest|clerics]], and [[sage]]s could use most of them, the best shields were only for the hero and warriors, and the remaining classes had a much more limited selection.
The selection of shields were considerably expanded in this installment. While [[Hero (Dragon Quest III)|hero]], [[warrior]]s, [[thief|thieves]], [[priest|clerics]], and [[sage]]s could use most of them, the best shields were only for the hero and warriors, and the remaining classes had a much more limited selection.


===[[Dragon Quest IV]]===
===''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''===
Every character except [[Alena]] could use some shields, however most are restricted to [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|the hero]], [[Ragnar]], [[Torneko]], and [[Kiryl]].
Every character except [[Alena]] could use some shields, however most are restricted to [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|the hero]], [[Ragnar]], [[Torneko]], and [[Kiryl]].


===[[Dragon Quest V]]===
===''[[Dragon Quest V]]''===
Nearly all human characters and most monster companions can use some shields. For the most part though, the Heavenly Brides and the [[Hero's Daughter (Dragon Quest V)|Hero's Daughter]] have a very limited selection. [[Debora]] is an interesting exception: the only "shield" she can use is the [[floral parasol]].  
Nearly all human characters and most monster companions can use some shields. For the most part though, the Heavenly Brides and the [[Hero's Daughter (Dragon Quest V)|Hero's Daughter]] have a very limited selection. [[Debora]] is an interesting exception: the only "shield" she can use is the [[floral parasol]].  


===[[Dragon Quest VI]]===
===''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''===


===[[Dragon Quest VII]]===
===''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''===


===[[Dragon Quest VIII]]===
===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
All four characters can use various types of shields, however some are restricted to certain characters.
All four characters can use various types of shields, however some are restricted to certain characters.


===[[Dragon Quest IX]]===
===''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''===
Every vocation except [[martial artist]], [[thief]], [[gladiator]], and [[ranger]] can equip a shield, and once a character masters the shield skill, they can wield shields even in those classes.
Every vocation except [[martial artist]], [[thief]], [[gladiator]], and [[ranger]] can equip a shield, and once a character masters the shield skill, they can wield shields even in those classes.


The mechanics of shields were changed in this installment. Not only do they provide less defence than in previous installments, they now have a Block Chance rating that determines how often the character can outright block any attack (including magic).
The mechanics of shields were changed in this installment. Not only do they provide less defence than in previous installments, they now have a Block Chance rating that determines how often the character can outright block any attack (including magic).


===[[Dragon Quest Swords]]===
===''[[Dragon Quest Swords]]''===


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Revision as of 16:53, 1 September 2016

Shields are recurring type of armor, appearing in every installment of the Dragon Quest franchise. Equipped on the left hand, this helps reduce damage from physical attacks, and many shields provide protection against elemental damage.

Notable shields in the series include Erdrick's shield, Zenithian shield, and the Soulsucker.

Appearances

Dragon Quest

In the original game, there are only three shields available; the strongest being the silver shield.

Dragon Quest II

There are a few shields, and all can be equipped by the hero. Only two could be worn by the Prince of Cannock though; the Princess of Moonbrooke is sadly out of luck.

Dragon Quest III

The selection of shields were considerably expanded in this installment. While hero, warriors, thieves, clerics, and sages could use most of them, the best shields were only for the hero and warriors, and the remaining classes had a much more limited selection.

Dragon Quest IV

Every character except Alena could use some shields, however most are restricted to the hero, Ragnar, Torneko, and Kiryl.

Dragon Quest V

Nearly all human characters and most monster companions can use some shields. For the most part though, the Heavenly Brides and the Hero's Daughter have a very limited selection. Debora is an interesting exception: the only "shield" she can use is the floral parasol.

Dragon Quest VI

Dragon Quest VII

Dragon Quest VIII

All four characters can use various types of shields, however some are restricted to certain characters.

Dragon Quest IX

Every vocation except martial artist, thief, gladiator, and ranger can equip a shield, and once a character masters the shield skill, they can wield shields even in those classes.

The mechanics of shields were changed in this installment. Not only do they provide less defence than in previous installments, they now have a Block Chance rating that determines how often the character can outright block any attack (including magic).

Dragon Quest Swords