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Kalderasha

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Kalderasha is a fortune teller and provides the Hero and Yangus with their first quest in Dragon Quest 8.
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King Latem

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'''''King Latem''''' is a boss in [[Dragon Quest Swords]]. He is one of several [[Mirror bosses]] which are available only after completing the main story. He is a [[Platinum King Jewel]] and a member of the rare metals family of monsters.

==Characteristics==
King Latem will run from battle after 25 seconds. This gives the player only limited time in order to kill him. He has no attacks, only moving around constantly before running away. The player can greatly increase their chances of killing him by using the [[Metal King Sword]].

==Level rewards==
:''For more information, see [[Level scoring in Dragon Quest Swords]]''
*Rank X - 1 x [[Yggdrasil Leaf]]
*Rank S - 1 x [[List of tempering materials in Dragon Quest Swords|Orichalcum]]
*Rank A - 2 x Gold Bar
*Rank B - 3 x [[Mini Medal]]

==Trivia==
*The name 'King Latem' is a play on words. 'Latem' is simply 'Metal' spelled backwards. King Metal is a common name used to refer to Platinum King Jewels in various releases of the Dragon Quest series.

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[[Category:Dragon Quest Swords bosses]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Swords mirror bosses]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Swords enemies]]
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Hank Hoffman Jr.

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{{Character
|Name=Hank Hoffman, Jr.
|Game=''Dragon Quest IV''
|Image=
|Sprite=
|Japanese name=ホフマン
|Roumaji=Hofuman
|Title=
|Class=Innkeeper's son
|Race=Human
|Age=
|}}
'''Hank Hoffman, Jr.''' (Hector in the NES version) is a temporary playable character in ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''. The son of an innkeeper, he lost faith in his friends when they seemingly betrayed him while on a quest, and as a result distrusts all humanity. However, after the party shows him the [[symbol of faith]] they found in the [[Cave of Betrayal]], he comes to his senses and is able to come to terms with the past.

He then joins the group, bring the wagon with him. Eventually, the party reaches [[Mintos]], where Hank decides to learn his father's trade from [[Hilton]] and leaves the party, giving them his [[wagon]] and his horse, Mary Lou, in thanks.

In the remakes, he is later found running the [[Immigrant Town]].

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[[Category:Dragon Quest IV characters]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IV temporary party members]]

Liquid metal armor

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'''''Liquid Metal Armor''''' is an armor item in several Dragon Quest games. It is often one of the strongest armor items in its corresponding game.

==Appearances==
===Dragon Quest Swords===
====Info====
{{Equipment|header}}
{{Equipment|entry|name=Liquid Metal Armor|statModified=Defense|statModifier=+105|sellPrice=?|notes=Reduces physical damage by 30%}}
{{Equipment|footer}}
====Locations====
{{ItemLocation|header}}
{{ItemLocation|entry|location=[[Castle Avalonia]]|info=Sold by [[Minimoggie]] (100 [[Mini Medal|mini medals]])}}
{{ItemLocation|footer}}
====Equipping characters====
{{CharacterList|header|equipment}}
{{CharacterList|entry|character=[[Hero (Dragon Quest Swords)|Hero]]}}
{{CharacterList|footer}}

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[[Category:Dragon Quest Swords armor]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IV armor]]

Astraea's abacus

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'''''Astrea's Abacus''''' is a weapon in [[Dragon Quest Swords]]. It is a novelty weapon which can be used to earn extra money while equipped.
==Appearances==
===[[Dragon Quest Swords]]===
====Info====
{{Equipment|header}}
{{Equipment|entry|name=Astrea's Abacus|statModified=Attack|statModifier=+15|sellPrice=?}}
{{Equipment|footer}}
====Locations====
{{ItemLocation|header}}
{{ItemLocation|entry|location=[[Castle Avalonia]]|info=Sold by [[Minimoggie]] (10 [[Mini Medal|mini medals]])}}
{{ItemLocation|footer}}
====Equipping characters====
{{CharacterList|header}}
{{CharacterList|entry|character=[[Hero (Dragon Quest Swords)|Hero]]}}
{{CharacterList|footer}}

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[[Category:Dragon Quest Swords weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IV weapons]]{{Wikia}}

Hardwood headwear

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'''''Hardwood Headware''''' is a helmet equipment item in the [[Dragon Quest series]].

==Appearances==
===[[Dragon Quest Swords]]===
====Info====
{{Equipment|header}}
{{Equipment|entry|name=Hardwood Headware|statModified=Defense|statModifier=+6|sellPrice=80g}}
{{Equipment|footer}}
====Locations====
{{ItemLocation|header}}
{{ItemLocation|entry|location=[[Castle Avalonia]]|info=Sold at armor shop (160g)}}
{{ItemLocation|footer}}
====Equipping characters====
{{CharacterList|header}}
{{CharacterList|entry|character=[[Hero (Dragon Quest Swords)|Hero]]}}
{{CharacterList|footer}}

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[[Category:Dragon Quest Swords helmets]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IV helmets]]

Iron shield

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The '''''Iron Shield''''' is a common shield equipment item in the [[Dragon Quest (series)|Dragon Quest series]]. It is typically a mid-level strength shield.
==Appearances==
===[[Dragon Quest Swords]]===
====Info====
{{Equipment|header}}
{{Equipment|entry|name=[[Iron Shield]]|statModified=Durability|statModifier=+3|sellPrice=320g}}
{{Equipment|footer}}
====Locations====
{{ItemLocation|header}}
{{ItemLocation|entry|location=[[Castle Avalonia]]|info=Sold by traveling merchant (576g)}}
{{ItemLocation|footer}}
====Equipping characters====
{{CharacterList|header}}
{{CharacterList|entry|character=[[Hero (Dragon Quest Swords)|Hero]]}}
{{CharacterList|footer}}

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[[Category:Dragon Quest Swords shields]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest I shields]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IV shields]]

Platioso

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A '''Platioso''' (plural: '''Platiosi''') is essentially any given monster that is sporting one or more Platypunk tails. This generally marks them as members of the Plob, with more tails meaning higher status in the organization, although not all Plob members are Platiosi and not all Platiosi are Plob members since the player can convert them by sending them back to town (only applies to normal enemy Platiosi, not bosses).

Other than acting as status indicators, the tails don't seem to provide any benefits, though they never encumber a Platioso either.

==List of known Platiosi==
*[[Platypunk]]
*[[Jailcat]]
*[[Mischievous Mole]]
*[[Dracky]]
*[[Bunicorn]]
*[[Picksy]]
*[[Hammerhood]]
*[[Ghost]]
*[[Goodybag]]
*[[Cactiball]]
*[[Mimic]]
*[[Imp]]
*[[Wyrtle]]
*[[Pot Belly|Jargon]]
*[[Walking Corpse]]
*[[Harvest Loon|Grim Keeper]]
*[[Jinxter]] 
*[[Dancing Flame]]
*[[Restless Armour]]
*[[Killing Machine]]
[[Category:Monsters]]{{Wikia}}

World Tree

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'''World Tree''' is a recurring feature of the ''[[Dragon Quest (series)|Dragon Quest]]'' series, and can refer to any of several things:

*[[World Tree (Dragon Quest IV)]]

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[[Category:Browse]]

Balloon

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The '''balloon''' is a vehicle in some ''[[Dragon Quest (series)|Dragon Quest]]'' games.

==Appearances==

===''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''===
The balloon doesn't show up until almost the very end of the game. After bringing a carton of oil to a mechanic in [[Riverton]], the party acquires his first prototype balloon. The balloon is necessary to visit the [[World Tree]] as well as Central Island, the site of the endgame.

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[[Category:Dragon Quest IV]]

Sphere of Silence

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The '''Ball of Silence''' or '''Orb of Silence''' is a key item in ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''. When used as an item in battle, it prevents the enemy party from using magic, presumably by restricting their ability to speak and thus voice the correct incantations for spells; however, it does not work on most bosses.

[[Mara]] and [[Nara]] first discover it in Chapter 4, where it proves very useful against [[Balzack]] and others. However, they lose it after being defeated by [[Keeleon]].

After confronting and defeating [[Saroknight]] in Chapter 5, the party regains the Ball of Silence.

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[[Category:Dragon Quest IV items]]{{Wikia}}

Inn

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An '''Inn''' is a recurring element of the [[Dragon Quest (series)|''Dragon Quest'']] series, first appearing in ''[[Dragon Quest II]]''. The player's party is able to rest the night at an inn, which will fully restore every party member's [[HP]] and [[MP]] and removes any negative [[status effects]]. Almost all inns charge a fee in [[gold coins]] for this service, which increases as the player progresses through the storyline.

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[[Category:Locations]]{{Wikia}}

List of minor characters in Dragon Quest VI

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==Bubore==

==Calvin Jeanporte==

==Clarke Ende==

==Cobble==

==Erica==

==Deine==

==Foan==

==Franco==

==Gaban==

==Geena and Ilya==

==Granmaz==
Granmaz is an elderly fortune teller who lives in [[Granmaz's House|her house]] southeast of [[San Marino]]. Along with [[Muriel]], she aids the [[Hero (Dragon Quest VI)|Hero]] and [[Hassan]] to become visible.

==Horus==

==King Zenith==

==Massard and Clint==

==Master Dragon==

==Mr. and Mrs. Calvet==

==Poseidon==

==Rand==
Rand is a young man who lives in [[Lifecod]]. He wants to marry [[Tania]].

==Reidock==

==Rob==

==Rubiss==

==Sarii==

==Sheila==

==Sludge==

==Tania==
Tania is the younger sister of the [[Hero (Dragon Quest VI)|Hero]]. She lives in [[Lifecod]] with him at the beginning of the game.

==Tom/Soldi==
Soldi is the general of the [[Reidock]] army.

==Tonnura==

==Yurina==

==Zenith==
[[Category:Dragon Quest VI lists]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VI characters|*]]

List of minor characters in Dragon Quest III

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==Eric==

==Galen==

==Garin==
:''See main article [[Garin]]''

==Himiko==

==Norud the Hobbit==

==Olivia==

==Simon==

==Tania==
[[Category:Dragon Quest III lists]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest III characters|*]]

List of minor characters in Dragon Quest VII

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==Amitt==

==Anise==

==Azmov==

==Baloch==

==Borkano==

==Brugeo==

==Burns Grand==

==Clayman==

==Firia==

==God==

==Hondara==

==Iwan==

==Johann==

==Kaya==

==King of the Sea==

==Labres Priest==

==Layla==

==Linda==

==Lucas==

==Michaela==

==Mollie==

==Pamela==

==Pepe==

==Ragley==

==Sefana==

==Sharkeye==

==Sieble==

==Spirits==

==Trad and Zebbot==

==Zepple==
[[Category:Dragon Quest VII lists]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VII characters|*]]

List of minor characters in Dragon Quest IV

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==Angus and Aigneas==

==Anya==

==Bladud==

==Conrad Hilton==

==Eliza==

==Mahabala==

==Mary Lou==

==Oopsy and Daisy==

==Regan==

==Rose==

==Tessie==

==Veronica==

==Willy Wally==

==Zenith Dragon==
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List of Dragon Quest releases in other media

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*[[Dragon Quest: Abel Yuusha]]
*[[Dai no Daibouken]]
*[[Dragon Quest: Emblem of Roto]]
*[[Dragon Quest: Princess Alena]]
*[[Dragon Quest: The Heaven Saga]]
*[[ Dragon Quest: Maboroshi no Daichi|Dragon Quest: Maboroshi no Daichi]]
*[[Dragon Quest: Warriors of Eden]]
*[[Dragon Quest Monsters]]
[[Category:Browse]]

List of minor characters in Dragon Quest V

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==Andy==

==Benito==

==Bennett==

==Collins==

==Dal==

==Doris==

==Duncan==

==Isis==

==Jijo==

==Joshua==

==Ludman==

==Maria==

==Madalena==

==Zenith Dragon==

==Ojiron==

==Powan==

==Prince Wilbur==

==Pusan==

==Queen of Ice==

==Queen of Reinhardt==

==Vera==

==Yuuji==

==Zairu==
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Dragon Quest III

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{{Infobox VG
| title = Dragon Quest III
| type = Main series games
| image = [[File:DQIIIGBC_box_art.jpg|300px]]
| caption = North American boxart
| developer = [[Chunsoft]] [[Heartbeat (company)|Heartbeat]] (SFC) [[TOSE]] (GBC)
| publisher = [[Enix]]
|designer = [[Yūji Horii]]
| artist = [[Akira Toriyama]]
| composer = [[Kōichi Sugiyama]]
| engine =
| released = '''Nintendo Entertainment System''' {{vgrelease|JP=February 10, 1988|NA=June 12, 1991}}'''Super Famicom''' {{vgrelease|JP=December 6, 1996}}'''Game Boy Color''' {{vgrelease|JP=December 8, 2000|NA=July 7, 2001}}'''Mobile phones''' {{vgrelease|JP=TBA}}
| genre = [[Wikipedia:Console role-playing game|Console role-playing]]
| modes = [[Wikipedia:Single-player|Single-player]]
| ratings = '''Game Boy Color''' {{vgratings|ESRB=T}}
| platforms = [[Nintendo Entertainment System]], [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|Super Famicom]], [[Game Boy Color]]
| media = 2-megabit FC cartridge 4-[[Wikipedia:megabit|megabit]] NES [[Wikipedia:cartridge (electronics)|cartridge]] 32-megabit SFC cartridge 32-megabit GBC cartridge
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| series = ''[[Dragon Quest]]''
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'''''Dragon Quest III: Soshite Densetsu e''''' (Japanese: そして伝説へ…, lit. ''And Into the Legend...''), originally released as ''Dragon Warrior III'' in North America, is the third installment of the popular ''[[Dragon Quest]]'' series, first released for the [[Nintendo Entertainment System|Famicom]] in Japan, or [[Nintendo Entertainment System|NES]] in the United States.

==Gameplay==
''Dragon Quest III'' is noted for greatly expanding upon the original ''[[Dragon Quest I|Dragon Quest]]'' and ''[[Dragon Quest II]]''. ''Dragon Quest III'' adds a class system, in which each character has a certain class. While the hero always keeps the Hero class, the other characters can choose among the following: Soldier/Warrior, Fighter, Pilgrim/Cleric, Wizard/Mage, Merchant/Dealer, Goof-off/Jester, and Sage. The choice of class greatly affects the character's stats and spells he or she can learn. Furthermore, upon reaching level 20, a character may change classes at the [[Temple of Dharma]]. Another innovation is an arena where the player can place bets on the outcome of monster battles. ''Dragon Quest III'' features a much larger world than its predecessors, as well as a much larger array of items, equipment, magic, and enemies. It was intended to have even more features, including a [[small medal]] system, but these additional features were cut from the original release to save space.

Both remake versions of ''Dragon Quest III'' offers many new features, including a mini game called [[Pachisi]] (called [[Suguroku]] in Japan) from which the player can win items, monster and attack animation in battles, a new Thief class, two challenging bonus dungeons, a monster medal collection, new items, the [[small medal]] system seen in later ''Dragon Quest'' games, individual personality types for the members of your party which determine which stats increase when they level up, a pre-game sequence in which your Hero's personality is determined based on your answers to moral dilemmas similar to that in [[Ultima IV]], and many other small changes. The Game Boy color version is based on the Super Nintendo version, which is currently being [[fan translation|fan translated]].

In the game, the player starts out as a single hero, male or female. When the quest begins, the player can build a team of diversified heroes through [[Ruida's Tavern]] in [[Aliahan]] almost immediately. This team can be made up of Wizards, Pilgrims, Thieves, Goof-offs, Fighters, Soldiers, and Merchants in either male or female form. After selecting a character in the remake, the player or the tavern can change the person's starting abilities with five magical seeds, given by the tavern. The ability to create a party right away was a first for the Dragon Quest series. It is also a stark contrast to all other Dragon Quest games which feature a multiple character party, as in all other games party members are added through plot events and progression through the game rather than at the beginning. For more information on the individual classes, see [[Party (Dragon Quest III)]].

At the beginning of the game, a pre-generated warrior, cleric, and wizard are placed in Ruida's tavern. Additional characters may also be created there. The hero can only be removed from the party if one of the savegames indicates that the game has been completed.

Class changing, at the [[Temple of Dharma]], can be done whenever a party member (other than the hero) reaches the 20th level. It will reset the character's level to 1 and cut all stat values in half, however the character will retain all spells he or she possessed before the change. Special abilities, such as a merchant's ability to appraise or a thief's ability to snag items, are lost. Typically the greatest advantage to class changing is having a warrior/fighter character who knows many magic spells or the ultimate magic using character.

===New features===
* It is now possible to change the party's marching order. Also, characters can be added or dropped at [[Ruida's Tavern]].
* The [[Zoom]] spell and the [[Chimera wing]] now offer a selection of places to go, instead of automatically returning the party to the last save point.
* Several new statistics: [[speed]], [[vitality]], [[intelligence]], and [[luck]] appear for the first time. Also, each statistic is now capped at 255. The amount of stat points gained with each level is now randomized, with a range depending on the character's class.
* The combat system is enhanced to use the new stats; in particular [[speed]] will affect the order in which characters and monsters act.
* It is possible to attack allies; this is useful for curing [[status effect]]s such as [[sleep]] or [[confusion]].
* Experience values are divided by the number of current party members, so a lone hero will gain experience faster than a full party of four.
* There is a [[day-night cycle]] for the first time. [[Alefgard]] is always shrouded in night, however.
* Even the original Japanese version now has a battery save, instead of a password system. This means that more information can be saved from one game to the next; for example, a list of chests which have been opened, and the full stat list of the party.
* There is now an [[Lamia|aerial vehicle]] in addition to the [[ship]].
* [[Mimic]]s appear for the first time. There is also an [[identify spell]] to detect mimics.
* [[Vault]]s appear for the first time, allowing gold to be preserved upon the party's demise, and storing unneeded items. The vault charges a commission to store items. The latter feature was removed in the remakes, since they added a [[bag]].
* Certain towns feature [[Monster Arena]]s, where the player can bet gold on which monster will win a fight. Odds are chosen based on the monster species, and the bet amount is determined by the lead character's level.

==Plot==

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''Dragon Quest III'' is set many years before the original ''[[Dragon Quest I|Dragon Quest]]'' in a world bearing great similarity to the real world. A wicked fiend, [[Baramos]], threatens to destroy the world. The hero, son or daughter (you can choose to be either male or female) of the legendary Ortega, recruits up to three travelling companions and sets out to defeat [[Baramos]], only to find later that [[Baramos]] is merely a disciple of [[Zoma]], the fiend who rules the Dark World below. The hero then travels to the Dark World, which is known as [[Alefgard]] in subsequent installments of the series, and restores light. For his bravery, the hero receives the title of [[Roto|Loto]] (Erdrick in the NES version).

The flow of the game is as follows. The hero travels from his home country of [[Aliahan]] to explore the world and acquire three [[keys]] needed to open doors throughout the game. After saving a couple of the town of [[Baharata]] from the rogue [[Kandar]], the hero receives [[Black Pepper]], which he trades for a sailing [[ship]] at [[Portoga]]. With the ship, the hero acquires the [[Final Key]] and the six mystical orbs which are used to revive the legendary bird [[Lamia]]. Lamia takes the hero to Baramos' castle. After a ferocious battle, the hero's celebration is cut off as Zoma attacks and opens the pit to the dark world. In the dark world, the hero acquires the [[Stones of Sunlight]], the [[Staff of Rain]], and the [[Seal of Rubiss]]. These items are then exchanged for the [[Rainbow Drop]]. This item creates the [[Rainbow Bridge]], which leads the hero to Zoma's castle for the final confrontation.
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==Soundtrack==
As with every Dragon Quest, [[Koichi Sugiyama]] composed the music and directed all the associated spinoffs. Here is the tracklisting of the Symphonic Suite:
# Roto (1:41)
# Prologue (3:58)
# Rondo (2:59)
# Around the World (Around the World ~ Town ~ Jipang ~ Pyramid ~ Village) (6:48)
# Adventure (3:09)
# Dungeon ~ Tower ~ The Phantom Ship (5:34)
# Distant Memories (2:52)
# Requiem ~ Small Shrine (3:11)
# Sailing (2:53)
# Heavenly Flight (2:44)
# Grueling Fight (4:05)
# Zoma's Castle (3:30)
# Fighting Spirits (Battle Theme ~ In Alefgard ~ Hero's Challenge) (5:41)
# Into the Legend (3:01)

== Version differences ==
==== North American edition (NES edition) ====

* There is now a more elaborate title picture, and the title BGM is changed to "Theme of Erdrick". The BGM for savegame selection is also changed; it is now the same as in [[Dragon Quest IV|Dragon Quest IV ]]
* The American edition introduced the prologue showing [[Ortega]] battling a monster on a volcano. This prologue is also included in the Japanese remakes.
* The cross and coffin graphics are changed as in all the old Dragon Warrior games.
* The credit roll BGM has been extended to match the new longer credits.
* XP and gold drops are increased 25%, so that characters can level faster.

==== Super Nintendo remake ====

The graphics and command system were upgraded using [[Dragon Quest VI]] as a base. However, its AI system was not copied.

* As in the [[Dragon Quest I & II|first remake]], it is now possible to search inside pots, barrels, bookshelves, and the like.
* As in [[Dragon Quest VI]], it is now possible to climb into wells.
* The "[[Conversation memory|spells]]" associated with Dragon Quest VI's conversation recall system have been added.
* The bag was added. So the vault is now a bank; one cannot directly use items in the sack yet, however.
* There is now a character at the Tower of Dharma who can change the names of the characters (or even of the Bag).
* It is now possible to specify quantities when buying items at the item shop.
* Combat screens now have backdrops and monster animations; monsters also have more sound effects.
* There is now a Personality system, which assigns one of 45 personalities to each PC to determine stat growth when they level up. The protagonist's initial personality is determined by a "personality test" at the start of the game. Other PCs initial personalities are determined by the seedsused at their creation. Certain books and pieces of equipment can change a character's personality also.
* 5 [[Parchisi]] minigames were added to various locations.
* Stat increases depend on a character's gender.
* There is a new "Thief" class, as described in the classes section above.
* Merchants and Jesters can now gain MP when leveling; this is needed since they now gain some additional spells.
* As in [[Dragon Quest VI]], the special actions of the [[Jester]] class may now have special effects, such as healing the party.
* Female heroes now have different graphics, and a few dialogs are changed for them.
* There are also new dialogs in the case that the hero is not in the party, if the game has been completed.
* [[Ruida's Tavern]] can now save the game; this will be done automatically if the composition of the party is changed.
* As usual, boss monsters have had their HP upgraded compared to the original game. [[Boss Troll]]s no longer appear as wandering monsters in the endgame; the only one is the one in [[Samanao]].
* There is a [[bonus dungeon]] with 8 new types of monster, and a hidden boss.
* There are many new kinds of item. But it is no longer possible to obtain one item, although it still exists in the game data.
* Some weapon and armor shops have different items in stock. (EG, [[Samanao]] no longer sells dragon slayer swords.)
* The world map shows visited regions in color.
* Boomerangs and whips can now attack multiple enemies at once.
* [[Tiny Medals]] can now be collected, and given to the Medal king in the well in [[Aliahan]]. The system from [[Dragon Quest VI]] is used: prizes are given according to the total number of medals collected.
* Monsters drop different items at the end of a battle.
* The pyramid layout is slightly different.
* It is now possible to save the game in [[Portoga]], by speaking to the minister of state next to the king.
* Portoga and [[Baharata]] now have weapon shops.
* A [[bonus dungeon]] has been added; it contains a castle which is a new [[Zoom]] target.
* The location BGM is now remixed depending on the time of day.
* There are new tunes.

==== Gameboy Color remake ====

* It is now possible to collect [[Monster Medal]]s; these are shared across savefiles, and can be transferred to other Gameboys.
* Battle screens no longer have illustrated backgrounds, although monsters and spell effects are still animated.
* It is now possible to create a [[Field Log|temporary save]] anywhere, since the Gameboy might run out of batteries at any time.
* There is a second [[bonus dungeon]], the Ice caves. It contains boss monsters and mimics as wandering monsters, allowing the player to collect their monster medals. There is an additional hidden boss who will challenge the party to collect all the monster medals.

== Bugs ==
=== Original edition ===
* By selecting Parry in the combat menu, the damage a character takes in battle is cut in half, even if the player backs out and selects a different command. This bug is mentioned in the official guidebooks, but is fixed in the remakes.
* One can get a [[Leaf of the World Tree]] by searching in a square near Rimuldar. This square has the same coordinates as the World Tree grove in the overworld.
* Under certain circumstances, [[Metal slime]] monsters will take 10 points of damage instead of 1 or 2. 
* The level requirements for Wizards to learn [[Blizzard]] and Ice Spears are switched.
* Some stats cycle if they are raised above 255. This has been fixed in the remakes.
* It is possible to create a party of only deceased characters by exploiting the paralysis status condition. This was first though to be only possible using the [[Dream Ruby]] (see [[Dream Ruby Bug]], but has since been proven possible using paralysis induced by monsters. This glitch allows the manipulation of memory within the game, producing a wide range of effects and possibilities.

=== Game Boy Color remake ===
* There is an experience glitch associated with playing Pachisi. If the player lands on a space which reduces his/her strength, it is common that the next battle fought will cause the character's experience to skyrocket. Often this leads to the character being level 99 immediately. This glitch seems to be intentional, or at least acknowledged by the creators, as if you attempt to save at the King before the next battle, he says you have gained experience in "an unusual way" and "it will become clear to you in battle".
* There is a bug involving the YellHelp spell which summons a traveling merchant to the party on the overwolrd. It seems that the items sold by the merchant are the ones sold by the last permanent merchant encountered in the game. This scenario holds true across multiple save files, meaning a merchant from late in the game can be emulated in another save file by using the YellHelp spell.

==See also==
{{Wikipedia|Dragon Warrior III}}
{{Wikipedia-ja|ドラゴンクエストIII そして伝説へ…}}

==External links==
*[http://na.square-enix.com/games/dragon-warrior3/ Official ''Dragon Warrior III'' GBC Website]

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List of minor characters in Dragon Quest VIII

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==Eltrio==

==Ishmahri==
The creator of the realm of the Moonshadow, who helps the party to restore the king of Ascantha to his former glory and bring their ship out of the wasteland into the ocean.

==Kalderasha==
Kalderasha is a fortune teller who lives in farebury with his daughter valentina.He refuses to tell fortunes until his crystal ball is found.

==Marcello==
==Marta==

==Morrie==

==Munchie==

==Red==

==Valentina==

==Xia==
Hero's mother and lover of Eltrio, the brother of King Clavius of Argonia. Being she was a Dragovain and Eltrio a human, they were forbidden to be together. Eltrio died trying to get to her, and Xia fell into a depression. she later died during childbirth.
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