Gracos V

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Gracos
Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past
Dragon Quest X
DQVII Gracos V.png
Sprite(s) Gracos DQVI DS.png
Japanese name グラコス5世
Romaji Gurakosu Gosei
Title Great Sea Demon
Race Merman
Family Gracos (ancestor)

Gracos V is an optional boss and character in Dragon Quest VII.

Much like his ancestor, he has gone on to make appearances in other games as a boss, as well.

Characteristics[edit]

Much like his ancestor, Gracos V is a more powerful form of a merman, sharing many of the same characteristics such as fin placement. He is much bulkier, has a thick pair of lips, wears wristbands, and wields a long polearm with a golden crescent-blade at the top in his hands. Gracos V has purple scales, crimson fins, and a yellow underside compared to his ancestor. However, in the Nintendo DS remake of VI, Gracos actually borrowed the purple color scheme of his descendant instead of his usual green.

He possesses nearly the same set of abilities as his ancestor, but he is slightly more powerful. Naturally, he has the same affinity for ice, can breathe out venomous mist, and will beat down opponents with his polearm.

Story[edit]

Gracos V is a descendant of the original Gracos. Because humans killed his ancestor many years ago, he has a deep seated hatred of humans. However, he is more of an isolationist, preferring to live his life without trying to destroy the world and staying away from the world of humans. Gracos V is a bit of a dishonorable coward, as he resorts to begging for mercy when defeated. He is not without gratitude, however, as Gracos V will grant the Hero with valuable rewards as thanks for sparing him.

Boss Encounter[edit]

Gracos V (グラコス5世 Gurakosu Gosei) DQVII Logo.png
Sprite HP MP Attack Defense
Gracos DQVI DS.png 1,500 100 180 85
Agility Experience Gold Tame Rate
65 1,950 940 N/a
Bestiary No. #302
Spell(s) Crackle
Skill(s) Occasionally acts twice per turn
Mows down the party. (75% damage to entire party)
Chilly Breath
Venom Mist
Location(s) Sunken Citadel (present)
Item(s) Dropped None
Evasion Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath Resistance *
0/64 0% 0% 0%
Bang Resistance * Crack Resistance * Ice Breath Resistance * Woosh Resistance *
0% 60% 50% 0%
Strike/Rock Resistance * Zap Resistance * Drain Magic Resistance * Whack Resistance *
15% 0% 0% 100%
Poof Resistance * Poison Resistance * Burning Breath Resistance Fuddle Resistance *
100% 100% 100% 100%
Snooze Resistance * Dazzle Resistance * Fizzle Resistance * Ban Dance Resistance
100% 100% 100% 100%
Stun Resistance * Sap Resistance * Army Resistance *
100% 100% 50%
3DS version changes
None



Strategy[edit]

This is an optional boss battle, meaning that the player does not have to defeat Gracos V in order to advance the story. However, if they do not, they will not be able to get a chance to add his entry into 'The Big Book of Beasts', thereby disqualifying them from gaining the Gospel Ring. In the original Sony PlayStation version, the player has until defeating Orgodemir the first time to defeat Gracos V, otherwise he will give up his treasures without a battle. In the Nintendo 3DS remake, he can be battled at any time. It is preferable to wait until the player has gained some levels and mastered more Vocations before tackling Gracos V after defeating Gracos, as well as journeying to the top of the Tallest Tower to add Sir Mervyn to the party.

Gracos V is a step up from Gracos. He attacks harder and uses the devastating Crackle spell in the place of Jolly Rager or Tidal Wave, which can annihilate a low level party. He can also breathe a powerful Chilly Breath and spew Venom Mist, as well. Finally, he can mow down the party with Party Pooper.

Having access to either Insulatle or Woolly Blanket will be a godsend against the sea demon's ice breath. Furthermore, casting Buff or Kabuff will help protect the party against his physical attacks. Armour such as the Heavy armour, Magical skirt, and Magic vestment will be a boon to reduce his damage, as well. Stay away from ice-based attacks and spells. Don't bother casting Sap, Dazzle, or Fizzle as he is completely immune to all three. Physical attackers should use Wind Sickles, Falcon Slash, and Sword Dance on him, while spellcasters should cast Frizzle on him when they get the chance. Maribel or Ruff should be given the Staff of salvation due to their high Agility and each party member should carry at least one Antidotal herb to cure any envenomated party members. Although not necessary, party-wide healing with either Multiheal or Hustle Dance should be considered if the player has managed to advance to intermediate Vocations.

Rewards[edit]

For defeating Gracos V, the player gets a Mysterious Fragment and the Gracos V entry in 'The Big Book of Beasts'. If he is not defeated before the player has their first battle with Orgodemir, the player can still acquire the Mysterious Fragment, but later in the game. However, in the 3DS version, it is possible to challenge him at any point in the storyline.

If the player visits Gracos V after the resurrection of the Demon King, he will give them the Demon spear, capable of instantly killing one enemy regardless of remaining HP.

Other Appearances[edit]

Dragon Quest X[edit]

Starting with Version 3.3, Gracos V appears as a boss in the Magic Labyrinth alongside Gracos gone vicious. He attacks mainly with breath attacks like C-c-cold Breath, can cast Kacrackle, and summons Pogoin' penguins for backup. The background music that plays is "World of the Strong" from Dragon Quest VII's Original Soundtrack.

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