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The '''Zenithian Equipment''' is a set of crucial items in ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'', ''[[Dragon Quest V]]'' and ''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''. Only the legendary hero can equip them, and the story cannot advance until the entire set is obtained.
The '''Zenithian Equipment''' is a set of crucial items in ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'', ''[[Dragon Quest V]]'' and ''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''. Only the legendary hero can equip them, and the story cannot advance until the entire set is obtained.


==''Dragon Quest IV''==
==''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''==
===Zenithian Armour===
The armour is likely the first piece to be acquired by players. It is found in the cave north of the [[Medal King's Palace]]. In the original [[NES]] version it reduces breath attacks and spell damage by {{fraction|1|3}}, while in the remakes it raises resistance to [[Whack|instant death]] while reducing spell damage (save for [[zap]]) by {{fraction|1|3}}. In all versions it has a defence value of +70.


===Zenithian Armour===
====In-game Description====
The armour is likely the first piece to be acquired; it is found in the cave north of the [[Medal King's Palace]]. It the original NES version it reduces breath attacks and spell damage by 1/3rd, while in the remakes it raises resistance to [[Whack|instant death]] while reducing spell damage (save for [[zap]]) by 1/3rd. In all versions it has a defence value of +70.
{{Descriptions
|DQ4=This armour will help reduce damage caused by magic.<ref>From the remakes</ref>
}}


===Zenithian Helm===
===Zenithian Helm===
[[Image:DQIV_Zenithian_Helm.png|right|thumb|200px]]
[[Image:DQIV_Zenithian_Helm.png|right|thumb|The [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|Hero]] wearing the Zenithian Helm.|200px]]
The helm is found in [[Canalot]], in its king's possession. He holds a competition stipulating that anyone who can make him laugh will win the Helm. The party travels to [[Laissez Fayre]] to recruit comedian [[Tom Foolery]] to the cause, expecting him to unleash one of his funniest jokes on the king; instead, he delivers an impassioned speech about evil on the rise and then necessity of the Chosen to defeat it. The king is convinced and gives up the Helm. It increases the Hero's defence by 30 in all versions, and provides a high resistance to [[fuddle]], [[snooze]], and paralysis in the remakes. In the original, is grants no such protection.
The helm is found in [[Canalot]], in its king's possession. He holds a competition stipulating that anyone who can make him laugh will win the Helm. The party travels to [[Laissez Fayre]] to recruit comedian [[Tom Foolery]] to the cause, expecting him to unleash one of his funniest jokes on the king; instead, he delivers an impassioned speech about evil on the rise and then necessity of the Chosen to defeat it. The king is convinced and gives up the Helm. It increases the Hero's defence by 30 in all versions, and cuts the accuracy of [[fuddle]], [[snooze]], and paralysis to {{fraction|1|3}} in the remakes. In the original, is grants no such protection.
 
====In-game Description====
{{Descriptions
|DQ4=This helm protects against [[Snooze]], [[Fuddle]] and paralysis.<ref>From the remakes</ref>
}}


===Zenithian Shield===
===Zenithian Shield===
On a tip from a poet in Canalot, the party heads to [[Burland]], only to find that the king gave it away to the queen of [[Femiscyra]] (a beautiful woman) many years ago. They travel to a small kingdom east of Burland, however, and after being accused of robbery, they are tasked with finding the real criminal if they want to clear their names. They successfully track down the real robber, clear their names, and are rewarded with the shield for their hard work. The shield increases the Hero's defence by 55 and casts bounce when used as an item in battle. In the remakes, it reduces the power of breath attacks by 30 points.
On a tip from a poet in Canalot, the party heads to [[Burland]], only to find that the king gave it away to the queen of [[Femiscyra]] (a beautiful woman) many years ago. They travel to a small kingdom east of Burland, however, and after being accused of robbery, they are tasked with finding the real criminal if they want to clear their names. They successfully track down the real robber, clear their names, and are rewarded with the shield for their hard work. The shield increases the Hero's defence by 55 and casts bounce when used as an item in battle. In the remakes, it reduces the power of breath attacks by 30 points.
====In-game Description====
{{Descriptions
|DQ4=Can also be used as an item during battle.<ref>From the remakes</ref>
}}


===Zenithian Sword===
===Zenithian Sword===
After acquiring the [[balloon]] and traveling to the [[World Tree (Dragon Quest IV)|World Tree]], they find a fallen [[Zenithian]] named [[Orifiela]], who points them to the sword. It has a base power of 65 when first acquired. After speaking with the [[Zenith Dragon]], the ancient guardian will empower the sword to 110. Using it as an item in battle casts [[Disruptive Wave]].
After acquiring the [[balloon]] and traveling to the [[World Tree (Dragon Quest IV)|World Tree]], they find a fallen [[Zenithian]] named [[Orifiela]], who points them to the sword. It has a base power of 65 when first acquired. After speaking with the [[Zenith Dragon]], the ancient guardian will empower the sword to 110. Using it as an item in battle casts [[Disruptive Wave]].
====In-game Description====
{{Descriptions
|DQ4=A legendary sword, perhaps?.<ref>From the remakes after the Sword is found</ref><br>A legendary weapon, and a useful item during battle, too.<ref>From the remakes after the Sword is restored by the [[Zenith Dragon]]</ref>
}}


==''Dragon Quest V''==
==''Dragon Quest V''==
===Zenithian Sword===
===Zenithian Sword===
The sword was already located by [[Pankraz]] sometime before the start of the game. He left it in a cache in the [[Whealbrook Adit]], which his [[Hero (Dragon Quest V)|son]] later recovered. The sword's power has not changed, and it will cast [[Disruptive Wave]] when used as an item.
The sword was already located by [[Pankraz]] sometime before the start of the game. He left it in a cache in the [[Whealbrook Adit]], which his [[Hero (Dragon Quest V)|son]] later recovered. The sword's power has not changed, and it will cast [[Disruptive Wave]] when used as an item.
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==''Dragon Quest VI''==
==''Dragon Quest VI''==
[[File:Armour of Orgo.png|right|thumb|130px|The Armour of Orgo]]
[[File:Armour of Orgo.png|right|thumb|130px|The Armour of Orgo. Note the absence of draconic accents the armor is known for.]]
===Sword of Ramias===
===Sword of Ramias===
The sword is found in Everfrost, but it has long since rusted. To restore it to its former glory, the party must enlist the help of Welda in Turnscote. When rusted the sword adds +63 to the [[Hero (Dragon Quest VI)|Hero's]] attack stat and +12 to his style, and +130 and +32 after Welda restores it. The sword can be further improved by visiting the Fashion Forge beneath the waves, which can raise the strength and style to +135 and +52 after the first reforging, and +145 and +70 after the final improvement. After being restored, the sword will deal bonus [[Zap]] damage after each attack, totaling to 50% of the damage deal before magic resistance is applied.  
The sword is found in Everfrost, but it has long since rusted. To restore it to its former glory, the party must enlist the help of Welda in Turnscote. When rusted the sword adds +63 to the [[Hero (Dragon Quest VI)|Hero's]] attack stat and +12 to his style, and +130 and +32 after Welda restores it. The sword can be further improved by visiting the Fashion Forge beneath the waves, which can raise the strength and style to +135 and +52 after the first reforging, and +145 and +70 after the final improvement. After being restored, the sword will deal bonus [[Zap]] damage after each attack, totaling to 50% of the damage deal before magic resistance is applied.  
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==Other Appearances==
==Other Appearances==
===''Dragon Quest IX''===
===''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''===
Several pieces of "Zenithian" gear exist as rewards from legacy bosses, however these are costumess of both the male and female versions of the [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|Chosen Hero]] of ''Dragon Quest IV'', and are appropriately gender restricted (except for the helm and gauntlets, which are unisex):
In the 3DS version, the wolf that [[Ruff]] rides will be wearing a Zenithian helm if he is currently in the [[Hero (Class)|Hero]] vocation.


*Zenithian boots; Psaro level 1~3 (15%), level 4~8 (20%), level 9~15 (25%)
===''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''===
*Zenithian gauntlets; Estark level 1~3 (15%), level 4~8 (20%), level 9~15 (25%)
Several pieces of "Zenithian" gear exist as rewards from legacy bosses, however these are costumes of both the male and female versions of the [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|Chosen Hero]] of ''Dragon Quest IV'', and are appropriately gender restricted (except for the helm and gauntlets, which are unisex):
*Zenithian helm; Dhoulmagus level 57~68 (15%), Nokturnus level 41~56 (20%)
{{Equipment|header|image=DQIX Zenithian boots.png|name=Zenithian boots|console=DS}}
*Zenithian leggings; Estark level 16~25 (15%), 26~40 (20%), level 41~56 (25%)
{{Equipment|stat|name=Defence|modifier=+19}}
*Zenithian leotard; Estark level 69~80 (15%), level 81~90 (20%), level 91~99 (25%)
{{Equipment|stat|name=Found|modifier=Rarely stolen from [[Psaro]] at levels 1-15.<br>Commonly dropped by Psaro at levels 1-15.}}
*Zenithian clothes; Dhoulmagus level 69~80 (15%), level 81~90 (20%), level 91~99 (25%)
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★★★☆☆}}
*Zenithian trousers; Dhoulmagus level 16~25 (15%), level 26~40 (20%), level 41~56 (25%)
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=N/a|sellPrice=5,000|equipableBy=All Vocations|class=Costume
|flavor=Boots once worn by the brave hero of [[Zenithia]].
}}
 
{{Equipment|header|image=DQIX mental mittens.png|name=Zenithian gauntlets|console=DS}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Deftness|modifier=+68}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Found|modifier=Rarely stolen from [[Estark]] at levels 1-15.<br>Commonly dropped by Estark at levels 1-15.}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★★★☆☆}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=N/a|sellPrice=5,000|equipableBy=All Vocations|class=Costume
|flavor=Wondrous handwear worn by the hero of [[Zenithia]].
}}
 
{{Equipment|header|image=DQIX Zenithian helm.png|name=Zenithian helm|console=DS}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Defence|modifier=+31}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Found|modifier=Commonly dropped by [[Dhoulmagus]] at levels 57-68.<br>Rarely stolen from Dhoulmagus at levels 57-68.<br>Commonly dropped by Estark at levels 57-68.<br>Rarely stolen from Estark at levels 57-68.<br>Commonly dropped by [[Nokturnus]] at levels 41-56.<br>Rarely stolen from Nokturnus at levels 41-56.}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★★★☆☆}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=N/a|sellPrice=5,000|equipableBy=All Vocations|class=Costume
|flavor=A hip helmet that a Zenithian hero would happily have on.
}}
 
{{Equipment|header|image=DQIX zenithian leggings.png|name=Zenithian leggings|console=DS}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Defence|modifier=+18}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Found|modifier=Rarely stolen from [[Estark]] at levels 16-56.<br>Commonly dropped by Estark at levels 16-56.}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★★★☆☆}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=N/a|sellPrice=5,000|equipableBy=All Vocations|class=Costume
|flavor=Warming legwear once worn by a heroine of [[Zenithia]].
|notes=Exclusive for women.
}}
 
{{Equipment|header|image=DQIX Zenithian leotard.png|name=Zenithian leotard|console=DS}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Defence|modifier=+53}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Found|modifier=Rarely stolen from [[Estark]] at levels 69-99.<br>Commonly dropped by Estark at levels 69-99.}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★★★☆☆}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=N/a|sellPrice=5,000|equipableBy=All Vocations|class=Costume
|flavor=A body-hugging one-piece worn by a heroine of [[Zenithia]].
|notes=Exclusive for women.
}}
 
{{Equipment|header|image=DQIX Zenithian clothes.png|name=Zenithian clothes|console=DS}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Defence|modifier=+54}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Found|modifier=Rarely stolen from [[Dhoulmagus]] at levels 69-99.<br>Commonly dropped by Rhapthorne at levels 69-99.}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★★★☆☆}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=N/a|sellPrice=5,000|equipableBy=All Vocations|class=Costume
|flavor=An unadorned outfit worn by a Hero of [[Zenithia]].
|notes=Exclusive for men.
}}
 
{{Equipment|header|image=DQIX zenithian trousers.png|name=Zenithian trousers|console=DS}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Defence|modifier=+19}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Found|modifier=Rarely stolen from [[Dhoulmagus]] at levels 16-56.<br>Commonly dropped by Dhoulmagus at levels 16-56.}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★★★☆☆}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=N/a|sellPrice=5,000|equipableBy=All Vocations|class=Costume
|flavor=A pair of unpretentious trousers worn by a hero of [[Zenithia]].
}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<center><gallery>
Image:DQV_Zenithian_Helm.png|The Zenithian helm
Image:Swordoframias6.jpg|The Sword of Ramias (''DQVI'').
Image:DQV_Zenithian_Shield.png|The Zenithian shield
Image:Armouroforgo6.jpg|The Armour of Orgo (''DQVI'').
File:ZenithianSword.png|The Zenithian sword
Image:Helmofsebath6.jpg|The Helm of Sebath. (''DQVI'').
DQVI_Rusty_Sword.png|The sword, before refurbishing
Image:DQV_Zenithian_Helm.png|The Zenithian helm. (''DQV'').
</gallery>
Image:DQIV_Zenithian_Shield.png|The Zenithian shield (''DQIV'').
Image:DQV_Zenithian_Shield.png|The Zenithian shield (''DQV'').
Image:Zenithian_Sword.png|The Zenithian sword.
Image:DQVI_Rusty_Sword.png|The sword, before refurbishing (''DQVI'').
Image:DQIV_Zenithian_Armour.png|[[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|Hero]] from ''Dragon Quest IV''.
Image:DQIV_Zenithian_Equipment.png|[[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|Hero]] and [[Hero (Dragon Quest IV)|Heroine]] from ''Dragon Quest IV''.
Image:DQV_Zenithian_Equipment.png|[[Hero (Dragon Quest V)|Hero]] from ''Dragon Quest V''.
Image:DQVI Manga Terry and Zenithian Equipment.jpg|[[Terry]] with the Legendary Equipment in ''Maboroshi no Daichi''.
</gallery></center>
 
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Revision as of 05:40, 13 January 2019

The Zenithian Equipment, as seen in Square Enix's Dragon Quest Legend Items Gallery merchandise series.

The Zenithian Equipment is a set of crucial items in Dragon Quest IV, Dragon Quest V and Dragon Quest VI. Only the legendary hero can equip them, and the story cannot advance until the entire set is obtained.

Dragon Quest IV

Zenithian Armour

The armour is likely the first piece to be acquired by players. It is found in the cave north of the Medal King's Palace. In the original NES version it reduces breath attacks and spell damage by 13, while in the remakes it raises resistance to instant death while reducing spell damage (save for zap) by 13. In all versions it has a defence value of +70.

In-game Description


GameDescription
DQ4-NES-LOGO-ICON.png
This armour will help reduce damage caused by magic.[1]

Zenithian Helm

The Hero wearing the Zenithian Helm.

The helm is found in Canalot, in its king's possession. He holds a competition stipulating that anyone who can make him laugh will win the Helm. The party travels to Laissez Fayre to recruit comedian Tom Foolery to the cause, expecting him to unleash one of his funniest jokes on the king; instead, he delivers an impassioned speech about evil on the rise and then necessity of the Chosen to defeat it. The king is convinced and gives up the Helm. It increases the Hero's defence by 30 in all versions, and cuts the accuracy of fuddle, snooze, and paralysis to 13 in the remakes. In the original, is grants no such protection.

In-game Description


GameDescription
DQ4-NES-LOGO-ICON.png
This helm protects against Snooze, Fuddle and paralysis.[2]

Zenithian Shield

On a tip from a poet in Canalot, the party heads to Burland, only to find that the king gave it away to the queen of Femiscyra (a beautiful woman) many years ago. They travel to a small kingdom east of Burland, however, and after being accused of robbery, they are tasked with finding the real criminal if they want to clear their names. They successfully track down the real robber, clear their names, and are rewarded with the shield for their hard work. The shield increases the Hero's defence by 55 and casts bounce when used as an item in battle. In the remakes, it reduces the power of breath attacks by 30 points.

In-game Description


GameDescription
DQ4-NES-LOGO-ICON.png
Can also be used as an item during battle.[3]

Zenithian Sword

After acquiring the balloon and traveling to the World Tree, they find a fallen Zenithian named Orifiela, who points them to the sword. It has a base power of 65 when first acquired. After speaking with the Zenith Dragon, the ancient guardian will empower the sword to 110. Using it as an item in battle casts Disruptive Wave.

In-game Description


GameDescription
DQ4-NES-LOGO-ICON.png
A legendary sword, perhaps?.[4]
A legendary weapon, and a useful item during battle, too.[5]

Dragon Quest V

Zenithian Sword

The sword was already located by Pankraz sometime before the start of the game. He left it in a cache in the Whealbrook Adit, which his son later recovered. The sword's power has not changed, and it will cast Disruptive Wave when used as an item.

Zenithian Shield

The shield came into the possession of Rodrigo Briscoletti, who is willing to give it to any suitor that takes his daughter Nera's hand in marriage. Regardless of whom ends up being chosen as the bride, though, Mr. Brisccoletti gives the hero the shield. It improves defence by 60 this time, reduces breath damage by 15 points, and casts Bounce when used in battle.

Zenithian Helm

The helm is being kept in a vault at Helmunaptra by Queen Cleohatra, who is awaiting the arrival of the legendary hero. It improves defence by 50, but grants no resistance to status ailments.

Zenithian Armour

The armour is stored in a side room in the entrance to Crocodilopolis, and the Ultimate Key is needed to retrieve it. When worn, it improves defence by 85 points, and reduces magic and breath damage by 30 points.

Dragon Quest VI

The Armour of Orgo. Note the absence of draconic accents the armor is known for.

Sword of Ramias

The sword is found in Everfrost, but it has long since rusted. To restore it to its former glory, the party must enlist the help of Welda in Turnscote. When rusted the sword adds +63 to the Hero's attack stat and +12 to his style, and +130 and +32 after Welda restores it. The sword can be further improved by visiting the Fashion Forge beneath the waves, which can raise the strength and style to +135 and +52 after the first reforging, and +145 and +70 after the final improvement. After being restored, the sword will deal bonus Zap damage after each attack, totaling to 50% of the damage deal before magic resistance is applied.

Shield of Valora

The shield is found in the Cryptic Catacombs, which must be entered through an undersea grotto. When equipped, the shield reduces crack and freezing breath weapons by 30 points, casts bounce when used as an item, increases the hero's defence by +65, and improves his style by +35.

Helm of Sebath

The helm is bestowed to the party by the King of Somnia after his son reunites with his real world counterpart. It adds +45 defence and +24 style when first obtained, and +50 and +45 after visiting the Fashion Forge. In both cases it bestows high resistance to whack and other instant death attacks.

Armour of Orgo

The armour is found under the ruins of Castle Graceskull. When donned, it reduces frizz, sizz, bang, and fire breath by 35 points, restores 1HP for every 8 steps, and improves the hero's defence and style by +80 and +32. When reworked by the master at the Fashion Forge, the armour's defence and style are raised to +100 and +80, respectively.

Other Appearances

Dragon Quest VII

In the 3DS version, the wolf that Ruff rides will be wearing a Zenithian helm if he is currently in the Hero vocation.

Dragon Quest IX

Several pieces of "Zenithian" gear exist as rewards from legacy bosses, however these are costumes of both the male and female versions of the Chosen Hero of Dragon Quest IV, and are appropriately gender restricted (except for the helm and gauntlets, which are unisex):

DQIX Zenithian boots.png  Zenithian boots  (DS)
Defence +19
Found Rarely stolen from Psaro at levels 1-15.
Commonly dropped by Psaro at levels 1-15.
Rarity ★★★☆☆
Equipable by All Vocations
Buy Price N/a
Sell Price 5,000
Flavor text Boots once worn by the brave hero of Zenithia.


DQIX mental mittens.png  Zenithian gauntlets  (DS)
Deftness +68
Found Rarely stolen from Estark at levels 1-15.
Commonly dropped by Estark at levels 1-15.
Rarity ★★★☆☆
Equipable by All Vocations
Buy Price N/a
Sell Price 5,000
Flavor text Wondrous handwear worn by the hero of Zenithia.


DQIX Zenithian helm.png  Zenithian helm  (DS)
Defence +31
Found Commonly dropped by Dhoulmagus at levels 57-68.
Rarely stolen from Dhoulmagus at levels 57-68.
Commonly dropped by Estark at levels 57-68.
Rarely stolen from Estark at levels 57-68.
Commonly dropped by Nokturnus at levels 41-56.
Rarely stolen from Nokturnus at levels 41-56.
Rarity ★★★☆☆
Equipable by All Vocations
Buy Price N/a
Sell Price 5,000
Flavor text A hip helmet that a Zenithian hero would happily have on.


DQIX zenithian leggings.png  Zenithian leggings  (DS)
Defence +18
Found Rarely stolen from Estark at levels 16-56.
Commonly dropped by Estark at levels 16-56.
Rarity ★★★☆☆
Equipable by All Vocations
Buy Price N/a
Sell Price 5,000
Flavor text Warming legwear once worn by a heroine of Zenithia.
Notes Exclusive for women.


DQIX Zenithian leotard.png  Zenithian leotard  (DS)
Defence +53
Found Rarely stolen from Estark at levels 69-99.
Commonly dropped by Estark at levels 69-99.
Rarity ★★★☆☆
Equipable by All Vocations
Buy Price N/a
Sell Price 5,000
Flavor text A body-hugging one-piece worn by a heroine of Zenithia.
Notes Exclusive for women.


DQIX Zenithian clothes.png  Zenithian clothes  (DS)
Defence +54
Found Rarely stolen from Dhoulmagus at levels 69-99.
Commonly dropped by Rhapthorne at levels 69-99.
Rarity ★★★☆☆
Equipable by All Vocations
Buy Price N/a
Sell Price 5,000
Flavor text An unadorned outfit worn by a Hero of Zenithia.
Notes Exclusive for men.


DQIX zenithian trousers.png  Zenithian trousers  (DS)
Defence +19
Found Rarely stolen from Dhoulmagus at levels 16-56.
Commonly dropped by Dhoulmagus at levels 16-56.
Rarity ★★★☆☆
Equipable by All Vocations
Buy Price N/a
Sell Price 5,000
Flavor text A pair of unpretentious trousers worn by a hero of Zenithia.

Gallery

  1. From the remakes
  2. From the remakes
  3. From the remakes
  4. From the remakes after the Sword is found
  5. From the remakes after the Sword is restored by the Zenith Dragon