Iron scorpion

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For the armour-wearing scorpion first seen in Dragon Quest IV, see Metal scorpion.

The iron scorpion is a recurring monster in the series, first seen in the original game. It is a stronger variant of the Scorpion with a protective metal carapace.

Characteristics[edit]

Iron scorpions are a metal-coated menace that boast superior defences to their organic bug brethren. The soft undersides of their bodies, which can only been seen on their faces, is dark pink. The arachnids are able to shrug off attacks from simple weapons, requiring adventurers to improve their equipment or resort to taking them out with magic. The iron scorpion returned to the series in VIII after many years along with the rest of its scorpion kin.

Appearances[edit]

Dragon Quest[edit]

Iron scorpion (てつのさそり Tetsu no sasori)
Original (NES)
Sprite
DQ-NES-IRON-SCORPION.png
Gold
39
HP
22
MP
0
Attack
36
Defence
42
Agility
42
Evasion
264
Spell(s)
Defend
Location(s)
Near Rimuldar
Grave of Galen
Near Sacred Shrine
Fizzle resistance
1516
Snooze resistance
016
Fire resistance
016
Remakes (SFC, GBC, Mobile)
Sprites
Metalscorpionsnes.gifDQ-GBC-IRON-SCORPION.pngIron scorpion DQ iOS.pngIron Scorpion Erdrick Trilogy Switch.png
Gold
48
HP
22
MP
0
Attack
36
Defence
60
Agility
25
Evasion
064
Spell(s)
Defend
Location(s)
Near Rimuldar
Grave of Galen
Near Sanctum
Fizzle resistance
77
Snooze resistance
07
Fire resistance
07


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

Iron scorpion (鉄のさそり Tetsu no sasori)
Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King
HQDQ8-112.gif
Bestiary No. Family
#112 Bug
Experience Gold HP MP
82 21 64 21
Attack Defense Agility Evasion
105 152 63 164
In-Game Description The iron carapaces of these fearsome creatures are virtually impervious to sword attacks, but they are susceptible to explosive spells.
Spell(s) Kabuff
Skill(s) Defend
Location(s) Princess Minnie's Castle region
Small isle west of Maella Abbey
West Argonia
Desert
Item(s) Dropped Iron nail18
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Attack Resistance Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath
Resistance
*
0% 25% 25% 25%
Bang Resistance * Crack Resistance * Ice breath
Resistance
*
Woosh Resistance *
0% 50% 50% 50%
Strike/Rock Resistance * Zap Resistance * Drain Magic Resistance Whack Resistance *
0% 0% 50% 100%
Ban Dance Resistance Dazzle Resistance Fizzle Resistance Fuddle Resistance *
100% 50% 15% 50%
Paralysis Resistance * Poison Resistance * Snooze resistance * Stun Resistance *
100% 100% 50% 50%
Sap Resistance *
15%
Army Resistance *
0%
Ports (3DS, Mobile)
Notable Changes
None



Dragon Quest X[edit]

Iron scorpions began appearing in Version 5.1 of the game, this time being much stronger than either of their previous appearances in the main series. They can act twice per turn, are able to perform spinning attacks, and can cast Kabuff to fortify their already considerable defences once again.

Dragon Quest Builders[edit]

Iron scorpion (てつのさそり Tetsu no sasori)
Dragon Quest Builders
Chapter 1
HP Attack Defense Item(s) Dropped
45 21 20 Scorpion horn (★★☆), Healing cream (★☆☆)
Location(s)
The Damdara Desert
Chapter 3
HP Attack Defense Item(s) Dropped
50~106 16~23 8~20 Scorpion horn (★☆☆)
Location(s)
Bleak and Burning Badlands
Sprite Iron Scorpion Builders.png


In Other Languages[edit]

Language Translation Meaning
ICON-FLAG-ES.png EspañolEscorpión férreoSpanish for "ferrous/iron scorpion".
ICON-FLAG-FR.png FrançaisScorpion de ferFrench for "iron scorpion".
ICON-FLAG-DE.png DeutschEisenskorpionGerman for "iron scorpion".
ICON-FLAG-IT.png ItalianoSkorpio di ferroItalian for "iron scorpion".

Similar species[edit]

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