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{{Spell Infobox
|title = Zap
|image = [[Image:DQIV Hero Zap.png|170px]]
|japanese = ライデイン ({{III}} to {{VIII}})<br>デイン ({{X}} onwards)
|romaji = Raidein ({{III}} to {{VIII}})<br>Dein ({{X}} onwards)
|type = Offensive
|old=Bolt ({{Monsters}} & {{Monsters 2}})
}}

Available only for the [[Hero]] (or [[Hero (vocation)|heroic vocation]]) with few exceptions, '''Zap''' is a legendary lightning spell that scant few foes can stand their ground against.

==Localization history==
The name Zap was first used as the term for ''Raidein'', the weakest lightning spell at the time, in the {{NES}} localization of the third game and this was carried forward through the [[Enix]] of America era and then into the modern period by [[Square Enix]]'s new editorial standards beginning with {{Dragon Quest VIII}}. A discrepancy had emerged between the English and Japanese versions as early as 2007 in {{Joker}}, however. This is due to the presence of the ''Dein'' spell, which was first appeared in the original {{Monsters S}} spin off title under the name ''Bolt'' and had not yet appeared in a mainline game at the time. ''Dein'' is the weakest lightning spell in the series, whose nomenclature is the diminutive form of ''Raidein''. Because the English word Zap cannot be simplified further as its Japanese counterpart was, the localization team instead redubbed ''Raidein'' as [[Zapple]] to reflect it's new status as the mid-tier lightning spell.

In localizations of older titles, such as the [[Nintendo DS]] release of the entire [[Zenithia trilogy]], Zap was retained as the English equivalent to Raidein. Raidein is translated as "Zapple" for ''[[Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai]]'' and its anime adaptation, but as "Zap" in some of their spinoff media (which extends to [[Raidein Strash]] being translated as both [[Zapple Strash]] and [[Zap Strash]]).

==Appearances==
==={{DQ3}}===
Zap is learned by {{Hero 3}} at level 26. The spell will damage a single enemy with between 70~90 damage, and will cost 8 {{MP}} to cast. [[Ortega]] also uses the spell in his fight with [[King Hydra]]. 

==={{DQ3HD}}===
Zap is learned by the Hero at level 14 if his or her wisdom exceeds 65 points. Zap costs 6 MP and deals up to 52~65 damage to one foe.  

==={{DQ4}}===
Zap is learned by the {{Hero 4}} at level 25, though his tutor in [[Hidden Valley]] planned to teach him the spell sooner. The spell functions identically to its [[Aliahan]] counterpart, though it costs only 4 {{MP}} to cast.

Zap can be used by [[togre]]s for 70~90 damage.

==={{DQ5}}===
Zap's range improves from this installment. Specifically, the spell conjures a small lightning storm that targets all enemies instead of a single bolt. The spell costs a mere 6 {{MP}} to cast, and deals between 70 and 90 damage. 
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==={{DQ6}}===
Zap is learned by the {{Hero 6}} after his awakening. Other characters can learn it by advancing to rank 3 of the {{Hero V}} vocation. It behaves as it did in the previous game.

==={{DQ7}}===
Zap is learned when a character reaches rank 4 of the {{Hero V}} vocation, rank 8 of the [[Delusionist (vocation)|Delusionist]], and rank 5 of the [[Slaughtomaton (vocation)|Slaughtomaton]] {{MFamilies}} vocations. As expected, it behaves as it did two games ago.

It can be cast by the enemies [[nut knight]], [[ginormoose]], and [[togre]] for 70~90 damage.

==={{DQ8}}===
Zap is learned by investing 48 points into {{Eight}}'s Courage skill. The spell will jolt all enemies with 40~56 points of lightning damage, and will grows in power once {{Eight}}'s {{Wisdom}} surpasses 65. The spell will deal 72~88 damage (barring resistances) once the character's {{Wisdom}} reaches 150.

It is also used by the enemies [[Empyrea]], [[Statue of Hero]], and [[Head of state]] for 56～72 damage.

==={{DQ11}}===
Returning to the main series after a prolonged absence, Zap is learned by the {{Luminary}} after placing 8 points into the ''{{Luminary}}'' skill tree. It costs 8 {{MP}} to cast and will target a group of enemies, dealing 31~41 base damage and 131~141 once his {{Magical Might}} hits 161.

==={{DQM}} & {{DQM2}}===
The first appearance of the Dein spell, first localized by [[Eidos]] as Bolt. It deals 30~50 lightning damage for 3 {{MP}}. Learning the spell mandates that a {{MFamilies}} be at level 6 with 20 max {{MP}} and 35 {{Intelligence}}. Bolt can be learned naturally by [[Balzack|Balzak]], [[Nokturnus|Darkdrium]], [[Metal king slime|metalking]], [[Nimzo|Mirudraas]], and [[Wight king (Dragon Quest V)|whiteking]]. Bolt will naturally evolve into Zap and later Thordain as the {{MFamilies}} levels up.
*In {{Monsters 2}}, Bolt can also be learned by [[Conkuistador|foohero]], [[poseidon]], [[Dangler fish|angleron]], and [[Neo Dragonlord|LordDraco]]. It now requires 63 {{Intelligence}} to learn and costs 5 {{MP}} to cast.

==={{DQMJ}}===
Zap is a single-target spell that costs 4 {{MP}} to cast, and the base range is 11~16. Once the {{MFamilies}}'s {{Wisdom}} exceeds 100, the amperage will begin to rise until the spell hits its cap of 124~130 at 299. It can be learned from several skill trees.
*[[Bang & Zap]] (9 points)
*[[Crack & Zap]] (8 points)
*[[Crusader]] (4 points)
*[[Frizz & Zap]] (17 points)
*[[Slimer]] (16 points)
*[[White Knight]] (6 points)
*[[Woosh & Zap]] (8 points)
*[[Wulfspade (Skill)|Wulfspade]] (5 points)

==={{DQMJ2}}===
Zap deals 15~16 base damage, and 128~135 maximum damage. It can no longer be learned from [[Crusader]]. It can now be learned with 17 points in [[Sizz & Zap]].

===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland 3D|Terry's Wonderland 3D]]'' & ''[[Dragon Quest Monsters 2: Iru and Luca's Marvelous Mysterious Key|Iru and Luca's Marvelous Mysterious Key]]''===
Zap costs 3 {{MP}} to case and deals 14~15 base damage, rising in power when the {{MFamilies}}'s {{Wisdom}} surpasses 50 points and capping at 499 for 128~141 damage.

==={{DQMJ3}}===
Both games use the same attributes seen in the {{Game Boy Color}} remake duo.

==={{DQM3}}===
Zap costs 2 MP and is learned via the [[Slimer]] and [[Zap Afficionado]] talents. It has a base power of 15 and will deal an average of 135 damage at 499 wisdom.

==={{DQH}}===
Zap is a spell that can be learned by both [[Luceus]] and [[Aurora]] for 10 skill points. It summons lightning in front of them for 14 {{MP}}. As their level increases, they can upgrade the spell and also cast [[Zapple]] and [[Kazap]] by charging up Zap. Like all lightning skills and spells, it can short circuit enemies from the [[machine family]].

==={{DQTreasures}}===
Zap deals minor Electric-element damage to one enemy, launching a ball of lighting that has a mild homing effect. It costs 5 {{MP}} to cast and is  learned by [[fiery dragling]]s,  [[jade slime]]s, [[red giant]]s, [[she-slime]]s, and [[Elys]].

==={{DQTact}}===
Zap can be learned naturally by [[angel slime]], [[gold-plated puppet]], [[mud mannequin]], [[raving lunatick]], and [[silvapithecus]] at level 1, and [[Slime]] at level 16 and costs 4 {{MP}} to cast. It has a range of three squares in any direction away from the caster and inflicts minor Zap-type spell damage to a single enemy. It can also be taught to any unit by using an ability scroll.
{{DQTactSkill
|name=Zap
|kanji=デイン
|romanji=Dein
|role=Attack
|type=Spell
|element=[[Image:DQTact Zap.png]]
|mp=4
|range=[[Image:DQTact_Range1.png|48px]]<br>3
|status=None
|description=Deals minor Zap-type spell damage to 1 enemy
|monsters=[[Angel slime]], [[Gold-plated puppet]], [[Mud mannequin]], [[Raving lunatick]], [[Silvapithecus]], [[Slime]]
}}

==={{SSB5}}===
Zap appears as the {{Hero Smash}}'s side special move in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''. It is a quick, short-ranged electrical attack that costs 8 {{MP}} to cast and features a disjointed hitbox, meaning that it cannot be reflected. Holding the special button down will charge the move into [[Zapple]] and then [[Kazap]].

==Other Languages==
{{OtherLanguages
|fr=Foudre|fr-meaning=French for "lightning", derived from the Latin ''fulgur''.
|es=Minidescarga|es-meaning=From ''{{tt|mini-|small or tiny}}'' and ''{{tt|descarga|discharge}}''.
|de=Zick|de-meaning=Derived from the German ''{{tt|zickzack|zigzag}}'', which is the shape of a lightning bolt.
|it=Lampo|it-meaning=Italian for "flash" or "lightning".
|ko={{tt|데인|Dein}}|ko-meaning=Transliteration of the Japanese name ''Dein''.
}}

==Battle visuals==
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{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Zap_caravan.gif]]|game=''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart|Caravan Heart]]''|platform={{GBA}}}}
{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Zap_joker_2.gif]]|game=''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2|Joker 2]]''|platform={{DS}}}}
{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Zap zenithia trilogy.gif]]|game=''[[Zenithia trilogy]]''|platform={{DS}}}}
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{{Clear}}
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{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Zap XI 3D XL Luminary.gif]]|game={{DQ11}}|platform=Switch}}
{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Zap_terry.gif]]|game=''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland 3D|Terry's Wonderland 3D]]''|platform={{3DS}}}}
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{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Zap DQMTDP.gif]]|game={{DQM3}}|platform=Switch}}
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==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
DQ3 Spell Zap.png|{{III}} {{Famicom}} art.
DQHII Zap.jpg|[[Teresa]] casting Zap in {{Heroes II}}.
SSBU Zap.jpg|Arusu casting Zap in {{Smash Ultimate}}.
</gallery></center>

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[[fr:Foudre]]