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Rubiss isn't mentioned in the original {{Famicom}}/{{NES}} versions of the game, nor was She mentioned in the {{SNES}} or {{GBC}} remakes. However, as of the Japanese mobile phone remake, and carried into the [[Cell phone]] re-release, Rubiss has been the subject of two brief prayers of adulation in the aftermath of the Hero's victory over the [[Dragonlord]]. Specifically, the Sage in the [[Sanctum]] who bestows the Hero with the [[Rainbow Drop]], as well as the Sage in [[Cantlin]] who tells the Hero about the location of the [[Mark of Erdrick]] mention Rubiss. The two sages have the exact same dialogue, as many of the citizens of Alefgard share dialogue with other characters of the same {{NPC}} class at this point in the end-game.

Rubiss aids the player under the guise of a common old woman, and at random intervals she will bless the Hero by fully restoring his {{HP}} after battle, voiding any {{MP}} costs for a brief period, and insuring that critical hits trigger much more often. In the finale of the final episode, She will be present in [[Tantegel]] castle in Her old woman disguise but reveal Herself when spoken to, thanking the player directly for saving Alefgard. Rubiss is voiced by [[Rika Matsumoto]] during these Soundlink segments of the game.

Being Her first appearance in the series, Rubiss is introduced to players as a protector Goddess who operates through Her chosen ones, rather than directly intervening in world affairs. The fondness and loyalty to which She speaks of Erdrick elevates the character from but a mere ancient folk hero to a savior to whom the very gods are indebted. This relationship would be further expanded upon in the third game, especially the remade versions.

''Hm...? Ah...You are of the bloodline of Erdrick...I sense his presence within you...''

The Goddess' is depicted with a sprite resembling those of the [[Elves and Faeries|faeries]], which would serve as the basis for her illustration in ''Dragon Quest of the Stars'' decades later.

Rubiss is the true identity of the nameless mountain spirit the people of [[Weaver's Peak]] worship, and lives in an underwater shrine the heroes can visit after they acquire [[Lorelei's harp]] and can traverse the [[Undersea]]. Her [[Rubiss' Palace|palace]] is relatively close to the [[Murdaw's Keep|Isle of Murdaw]].

Rubiss is a major character in the game, being the guiding voice that directs the [[Builder (Dragon Quest Builders)|Builder]] in each chapter. Presented in a more humorous light than in past games, the Goddess is frequently taken aback by the blunt and impatient craftsman's attitude. She warns the player that they are not a hero, and expressly forbids them from challenging the [[Dragonlord]]: their task is solely that of restoring the land and settlements of Alefgard.

Prior to the game's opening, Her influence upon the world is weakened by the Dragonlord sheathing the sky in darkness as Zoma once did. Only the Builder can hear Her voice throughout the game, and Her words cannot reach them at all in the final chapter of the game until a pious [[Princess Gwaelin|princess]]' prayers counter the malefic mist. Once the castle of [[Tantegel]] and the [[Erdrick Equipment|legendary arms]] are restored, Rubiss praises the Builder and declares their work complete--she states that She and the revived Alefgard will wait for a new hero to appear to slay the Dragonlord. When Her divine judgement is questioned, she reaffirms that the builder is forbidden from carrying out an assault on [[Dragonlord's Castle]] and ceases communicating with the player.

Rubiss appears the ''III'' scenario in the same role as She did in the original game, appearing as a glowing faerie wearing an ornate gown. She is grateful to the player for having rescued Her from imprisonment, but shows a sterner side when She electrocutes [[Cyril]] for wasting time.

===''[[Dragon Quest Walk]]''===

Rubiss appeared in the later parts of the {{Dragon Quest III}} event. She explains to the player Her role in creating Alefgard and how Zoma sealed Her away. After defeating Zoma, she thanks the player.