Demonrider

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The Demonrider is a recurring monster in the Dragon Quest series, first appearing in Dragon Quest VI. It is a ninja-like monster that rides on the back of a skeletal beast.

Characteristics[edit]

The devilish demonrider loves to slide into battle on their skull beast and slash through foes with flurries of its blades, slicing all party members in on go, sometimes even attacking twice in a single turn. The riders are squad little monsters with pale yellow skin that wear red ninja clothing with indigo hoods and a scabbard for their curved swords strapped to their backs. Their skeletal steeds, along with those of its palette swaps, appear to be made from the bones of Lesser demons, even continuing to walk about in the same fashion as them. In later appearances, the demonriders gained an affinity for ice attacks, being able to perform Kacrackle Slash with their scimitars and spur their steeds to breath out blasts of freezing cold breath from their skulls. Depending on the game, the demonriders are considered part of the Demon family or members of the Undead family due to their skeletal steeds.

Appearances[edit]

Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation[edit]

Demonrider (エビルドライブ Ebirudoraibu)
Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation
Original (SFC)
Sprite
Demonrider SNES.png
Bestiary No.
#082
Recruit Rate
N/A
Experience *
156
Gold
51
HP *
160
MP
0
Attack
115
Defence
75
Agility
87
Evasion
0%
Spell(s)
None
Skill(s)
Multislice
Occasionally acts twice per turn
Location(s)
The Spiegelspire
Castle Swanstone region
Pescado region
Item(s) dropped
Bone stake1⁄64
Resistances
Frizz *
0%
Sizz *
0%
Bang *
0%
Crack *
60%
Ice Breath *
60%
Woosh *
0%
Zap *
0%
Drain Magic *
100%
Whack *
50%
Poof *
80%
Ban Dance
100%
Dazzle *
15%
Fizzle
100%
Fuddle *
15%
Paralysis *
80%
Poison *
15%
Snooze *
15%
Stun *
15%
Sap *
15%
Army *
0%
Remakes (DS, Mobile)
Sprites
Demonrider DQVI DS.png
Notable Changes
None


Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King[edit]

Demonrider (エビルドライブ Ebirudoraibu)
Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King
Original (PS2)
Sprite
DQVIII PS2 Demonrider.png
Bestiary no.
#134
Family
Demon
Gold
37
HP
126
MP
0
Attack
11
Defence
98
Agility
81
Evasion
0⁄64
In-game description

These vicious monsters are masters of ice attacks. Their undead steeds appear to be made from the bones of lesser demons.

Spell(s)
None
Item(s) dropped
Copper sword1⁄32
Cool cheese1⁄128
Resistances
Attack
0%
Frizz *
0%
Sizz *
0%
Bang *
0%
Crack *
50%
Ice breath *
50%
Woosh *
0%
Zap *
0%
Whack *
50%
Ban Dance
100%
Dazzle
15%
Fizzle
100%
Fuddle *
50%
Paralysis *
50%
Poison *
50%
Snooze *
50%
Stun *
50%
Sap *
15%
Army *
0%
Remake (3DS, Mobile)
Notable Changes


Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age[edit]

Demonrider (エビルドライブ Ebirudoraibu)
Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age
Sprite
Demonrider XI sprite.png
Bestiary no.
#141
Family
Undead
Gold
45
HP
113
MP
21
Attack
92
Defence
97
Agility
61
Evasion
N/A
In-game description

These delinquent devils act more like joyriders than deadly monsters, careering around on their skeletal steeds and causing all kinds of bother.

Spell(s)
None
Skill(s)
Performs a deadly double attack with its steed (attacks twice)
Kacrackle Slash
Chilly Breath
Location(s)
The Eerie Eyrie (first and third acts)
The Other Side (first act)
Item(s) Dropped
Beast bone1⁄16
Magic beast horn1⁄32
Resistances
Fire *
25%
Ice *
25%
Wind *
-110%
Earth *
-110%
Light *
-110%
Dark *
0%
Zap *
25%
Whack *
100%
Poof
0%
Dazzle *
25%
Fizzle *
100%
Fuddle *
25%
Paralysis *
25%
Poison *
0%
Snooze *
25%
Blunt
0%
Sap *
0%
Stumble *
0%
Stun *
99%
Charm *
0%
Beguile *
25%
Elemental *
0%

If a demonrider is sparkling, its mount can be ridden after defeating it in battle. The demonrider's mount can gallop to move faster and can climb vertically up walls that are marked with monster footprints.


Vicious demonrider (エビルドライブ・強 Ebirudoraibu・kyō)
Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age
Sprite
Demonrider XI sprite.png
Bestiary no.
#244
Family
Undead
Gold
103
HP
205
MP
27
Attack
149
Defence
160
Agility
86
Evasion
N/A
In-game description

Demonriders driven to dangerous extremes by the dark power of the Lord of Shadows.

Spell(s)
None
Skill(s)
Performs a deadly double attack with its steed (attacks twice)
Kacrackle Slash
Freezing Blizzard*
C-c-cold Breath*
Location(s)
Dundrasil Region (second act)
The Eerie Eyrie (second act)
The Other Side (second act)
The Disciple's Trial - The Cruel Crypt - Lower Level (third act)
Item(s) Dropped
Beast bone1⁄16
Magic beast horn1⁄32
Resistances
Fire *
25%
Ice *
25%
Wind *
-110%
Earth *
-110%
Light *
-110%
Dark *
0%
Zap *
25%
Whack *
100%
Poof
50%
Dazzle *
25%
Fizzle *
100%
Fuddle *
25%
Paralysis *
25%
Poison *
0%
Snooze *
25%
Blunt
0%
Sap *
0%
Stumble *
0%
Stun *
99%
Charm *
0%
Beguile *
25%
Elemental *
0%


Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker[edit]

Demonrider
Family Undead
Rank E
Description Speedy savages whose sport is spiting slothful stragglers.
Weapons Swords, Axes, Hammers, Staves
Traits Counterstriker
Resistances Vulnerable to Zap, Fizzleproof
Skill Diminisher
Location Xeroph Isle (Night)
Breeding chart Skelegon x Skeleton


Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2[edit]

Demonrider
Family Undead
Rank E
Size S
Weapons Swords, Axes, Hammers, Staves
Traits Counterstriker, Crafty Sagger
Resistances -
Skill Diminisher
Location -
Breeding chart Skelegon x Demon family


Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2 Professional[edit]

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Dragon Quest Rivals[edit]

Demonrider appeared in the standard card pack as a rare card exclusive for Fortune Teller leaders.

In Other Languages[edit]

Language Translation Meaning
ICON-FLAG-ES.png EspañolCabalgaesqueletoSpanish for "skeleton rider".
ICON-FLAG-FR.png FrançaisCavale-démonFrench for "demon rider".
ICON-FLAG-DE.png DeutschDämonenreiterGerman for "demon rider".
ICON-FLAG-IT.png ItalianoCavaliere feroceItalian for "fierce rider/cavalryman".

Trivia[edit]

Gallery[edit]

  • Ashlynn using Stone's Throw against a Demonrider.

  • XI polygon model

  • A vicious demonrider

  • Monsters: Joker model

  • Rivals card

  • DQR Evil Drive1.png

  • DQ Trading Card

Related monsters[edit]

Similar species[edit]

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