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{{Item
The '''copper sword''' is a common weapon in the [[Dragon Quest (series)|Dragon Quest]] series. It isn a fairly weak sword, often being one of the first weapons the player can obtain in the game.
|title=Copper sword
|image = [[Image:Copper_Sword.png|260px]]
|japanese = どうのつるぎ
|romaji = {{tt|Dō no tsurugi|Copper sword}}
|names = Same
|games = {{DQ}}<br>{{Dragon Quest II}}<br>{{DQI&IIHD}}<br>{{Dragon Quest III}}<br>{{DQ3HD}}<br>{{Dragon Quest IV}}<br>{{Dragon Quest V}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VI}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VIII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest IX}}<br>{{DQ10}}<br>{{Dragon Quest XI}}<br>{{Torneko 1}}<br>{{Yangus 1}}<br>{{DQMJ}}<br>{{DQMJ2}}<br>{{Dragon Quest Swords}}<br>{{DQB}}<br>{{DQB2}}<br>{{DQTreasures}}<br>{{DQStars}}<br>{{DQTact}}<br>{{AHB}}<br>{{DQKeshiKeshi}}<br>{{DQChampions}}
|effect = Increases the wielder's Attack.
}}
The '''Copper sword''' is a [[sword]] in the series.
 
==Characteristics==
The design of the copper sword has changed slightly over the years. In some of the early illustrations, the entire sword was coloured red-pink, though it has shifted to ochre in later illustrations. The sword has an uncomplicated design, with some of the early illustrations having a small blue gem in the crossguard, and the blade and hilt are usually all the same color. The sword's blade was quite broad in earlier games, but over time became narrower.
 
Due to its ease of use, this sword is usable by a variety of different characters and vocations, such as [[Priest|Priests]]s and [[Merchant|Merchants]], although [[Martial Artist|Martial Artists]] and other barehanded brawlers can actually have their Attack decreased if they equip it. Several characters throughout the series wield one as part of their initial equipment. In many of the instruction manuals of the games, the copper sword is noted as being better suited for bludgeoning attacks than cutting due to its weight and lack of sharpness.
 
==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===[[Dragon Quest]]===
==={{DQ}}===
Copper swords can be bought at all towns for 180 G. Due to text restrictions in the Gameboy Color remake of Dragon Quest, the Copper Sword was renamed to Copper with a picture of a sword besides it.  
{{DQEquipment
|name=Copper sword
|kanji=どうのつるぎ
|romanji=Dō no tsurugi
|buy=180 gold
|sell=90 gold
|attributes=Attack +10
|can-equip={{Icon|Hero (Dragon Quest)}}
|type={{Sword}}
|in-battle=no
|shops=[[Tantegel|Breconnary]], [[Galenholm]], [[Cantlin]], [[Kol]], and [[Rimuldar]].
|locations=
|description=A sturdy sword of copper.<ref>Mobile and Nintendo Switch versions.</ref>
}}
 
==={{DQIHD}}===
{{DQIHDEquipment
|header=[[File:Copper sword III HD icon.png]]
|name=Copper sword
|kanji=どうのつるぎ
|description=Not the flashiest of swords by any means, but it gets the job done.<ref>Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Sony PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam versions.</ref>
|attributes=Attack +9
|characters=[[Image:DQI&IIHD Hero icon.png|35px|link=Hero (Dragon Quest)]]
|notes=Equipped by the Hero at the start of the game.
|buy=180 gold
|sell=47 gold
|location=Sold in [[Tantegel]], [[Galenholm]], [[Kol]], and [[Cantlin]].<br>Dropped by [[Restless armour]].<br>Found in a barrel on 2F of the [[Weeping Isle]].<br>Sparkly spot southwest of [[Kol]].
}}
 
==={{DQ2}}===
{{Descriptions
|DQ2=A sturdy sword of copper.<ref>Mobile and [[Nintendo Switch]] versions.</ref>
}}
The Copper sword has an {{Attack}} bonus of +10 and can be equipped by the {{Hero 2}} and the [[Prince of Cannock]]. The Hero is given one at the beginning of his journey by his father, the King of [[Midenhall]]. It can be purchased in [[Leftwyne]] and [[Cannock]] for 100 gold and sold for 75 gold. The sword can be dropped by [[Bubble slime|Bubble slimes]], [[Merlusc|Merluscs]], [[Sabercat|Sabrecats]], and [[Bloody hand|Bloody hands]].
 
==={{DQIIHD}}===
{{DQIIHDEquipment
|header=[[File:Copper sword III HD icon.png]]
|name=Copper sword
|kanji=どうのつるぎ
|description=Not the flashiest of swords by any means, but it gets the job done.
|attributes=Attack +8
|characters=[[File:DQI&IIHD Prince of Midenhall icon.png|42px|link=Prince of Midenhall]][[File:DQI&IIHD Prince of Cannock icon.png|35px|link=Prince of Cannock]][[File:DQI&IIHD Princess of Cannock icon.png|35px|link=Princess of Cannock]]
|notes=-
|buy=180 gold
|sell=10
|location=Initially equipped by the Prince of Midenhall.<br>Sold at [[Midenhall]], [[Leftwyne]], [[Tantegel]], [[Kol]], and [[Cantlin]].<br>Sparkly spot east of [[Cannock]].<br>Dropped by [[Hawk man]], [[Sorcerer]], [[Restless armour]], [[Skeleton soldier]], [[Garuda]], [[Enemy anemone]], and [[Voodoogooder]].<br>Use [[Dig]] in Southwest Alefgard, near the [[Dragon's Horn]], in the [[Burrowell]] Region, at [[Moonbrooke]], on the island south of [[Rendarak]], on the Open Ocean near [[Rippleport]], in Shallow Water near Rippleport, and near the [[Pillar of Winds]].
}}
 
==={{DQ3}}===
The Copper sword has an {{Attack}} bonus of +12 and can be equipped by the {{Hero 3}}, [[Warrior]]s, [[Martial Artist]]s, [[Priest]]s, [[Merchant]]s, [[Gadabout]]s, and [[Sage]]s. However if a Martial Artist equips the copper sword, it actually decreases their Attack by 6. It is part of the Hero's initial equipment. The sword can be purchased from [[Aliahan]] and [[Reeve]] for 100 gold and sold for 75 gold. It can also be dropped by [[Restless armour|Restless armours]].
 
==={{DQ3HD}}===
{{DQIIIHDEquipment
|header=[[File:Copper sword III HD icon.png]]
|name=Copper sword
|sprite=[[File:Copper sword III HD sprite.png]]
|kanji=どうのつるぎ
|description=Not the flashiest of swords by any means, but it gets the job done.<ref>Nintendo Switch, Sony PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam versions.</ref>
|stats=Attack +10
|vocation=[[File:Hero iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Hero (Dragon Quest III)]][[File:Warrior iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Warrior]][[File:Martial artist iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Martial Artist]][[File:Priest iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Priest]]<br>[[File:Merchant iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Merchant]][[File:Gadabout iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Gadabout]][[File:Sage iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Sage]]
|notes=Reduces Martial Artists' Attack by 6.
|price=180 gold / 72 gold
|location=Sold at the weapon shops in [[Aliahan]], [[Reeve]], and [[Romaria]].<br>Hero's initial equipment.<br>Sparkly spot northwest of [[Promontory Passage]].<br>Sparkly spot northeast of Romaria.<br>Sparkly spot northeast of the [[Pyramid]].<br>Sparkly spot north of [[Wayfarer's Inn]].<br>Sparkly spot on beach east of Reeve, requires the ship.<br>Sparkly spot in the ocean west of Romaria, requires the ship.<br>Sparkly spot in the ocean northwest of [[Fifer's Spire]], requires the ship.<br>Sparkly spot in the ocean southeast of [[Olivia's Promontory]], requires the ship.<br>
Sparkly spot in the ocean southeast of [[Rimuldar]], requires the ship.<br>Secret spot northwest of Rimuldar.
}}
 
==={{DQ4}}===
{{Descriptions
|DQ4=Doesn't appear to have any special effect.<ref name="auto">[[Cell phone]] and [[Nintendo DS]] versions.</ref>
}}
The Copper sword has an {{Attack}} bonus of +12 and can be equipped by the {{Hero 4}}, [[Ragnar]], [[Kiryl]], [[Meena]], [[Torneko]], and the last [[Psaro (Character)|party member]]. It is part of the Hero,  Ragnar, and Meena's initial equipment. The sword can be purchased for 100 gold from the weapon shops in [[Burland]], [[Strathbaile]], [[Zalenagrad]], [[Vrenor]], [[Lakanaba]], [[Ballymoral]], [[Laissez Fayre]], and [[Casabranca]] and sold for 75 gold. It can also be dropped by [[Erazor blade|Erazor blades]] and [[King cureslime|King cureslimes]].
 
==={{DQ5}}===
{{Descriptions
|DQ5=Doesn't appear to have any special effect.<ref name="auto"/>
}}
The Copper sword has an {{Attack}} bonus of +13. It can be equipped by the {{Hero 5}}, the [[Hero's Son (Dragon Quest V)|Hero's son]], [[Harry]], [[Tuppence]], {{Slime knight R}}, {{Restless armour R}}, {{Blizzybody R}}, {{Warhog R}}, {{Moosifer R}}, {{Pip fighter R}}, {{Conkuistador R}}, {{Mudraker R}}, {{Magic marionette R}}, {{Wax murderer R}}, {{Golem R}}, {{Powie yowie R}}, {{Cross eye R}}, {{Flamethrower R}}, {{Minidemon R}}, {{Hellion R}}, {{Beastmaster R}}, {{Samigina R}}, {{Hawk man R}}, {{Mandrake marshal R}}, {{Hyperanemon R}}, and {{Revaulting horse R}}.
 
It can be purchased for 270 gold in [[Whealbrook]], [[Roundbeck]], [[Faerie Lea]], and [[Coburg]] during the Hero's childhood and sold for 135 gold. The sword can be dropped by [[Lesionnaire|Lesionnaires]] and [[Ruff ruffian|Ruff ruffians]].
 
==={{DQ6}}===
The Copper sword has an {{Attack}} bonus of +13, {{Style}} bonus of +9, and can be equipped by the {{Hero 6}}, [[Carver]], [[Terry]], [[Amos]], [[Lizzie]], and [[Goowain]]. It can be purchased at [[Weaver's Peak]], [[Haggleton]], and [[Somnia (Upper World)|Somnia]] of the Upper World for 270 gold and sold for 202 gold. It has a {{fraction|1|64}} chance of being dropped by [[Slime knight|Slime knights]].
 
==={{DQ7}}===
The Copper sword has an {{Attack}} bonus of +11, {{Style}} bonus of +9, and can be equipped by the {{Hero 7}}, [[Kiefer]], [[Ruff]], [[Sir Mervyn]], and [[Aishe]]. However, if it is equipped by Ruff, his Attack decreases by 5. It can be purchased in [[Ballymolloy]], [[Emberdale]] in the past, and [[Frobisher]] in the present for 220 gold and sold for 110 gold. One can be found in a treasure chest at [[L'Arca]] in the past and another at [[Nottagen]] in the present in a treasure chest requiring the [[Thief's key]] to open. Copper sword can be won as a prize from the Lucky Panel at the [[Casino]].
 
Several monsters can drop it, including [[Choppy hopper|Choppy hoppers]], [[Smashin' crab|Smashin' crabs]], [[Slime knight|Slime knights]], [[Notso macho|Notso machos]], [[Fly-by-knight|Fly-by-knights]], [[Metal slime knight|Metal slime knights]], and [[Terracotta warrior (Dragon Quest VII)|Terracotta warriors]], as well as [[Skeleton|Skeletons]] in the Nintendo 3DS version.
 
==={{DQ8}}===
{{Descriptions
|DQ8=A widely used sword made of copper.<ref>Sony {{PlayStation 2}}, Cell phone, and [[Nintendo 3DS]] versions.</ref>
}}
The Copper sword has an {{Attack}} bonus of +13 and can be equipped by the {{Hero 8}}, as well as [[Jessica]] and [[Red]] if they have invested enough skill points into their Knives skill. It can be purchased in [[Farebury]] and [[Alexandria]] for 270 gold and sold for 135 gold. One can be found in a treasure chest in the [[Waterfall Cave]]. The sword can be made in the [[Alchemy Pot]], as well.
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Copper sword.png|32px|Copper sword]]<br>Copper sword
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Bronze knife PS2.png|32px|link=Bronze knife]]<br>Bronze knife
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Bronze knife PS2.png|32px|link=Bronze knife]]<br>Bronze knife
|i3=-
}}
 
==={{DQ9}}===
{{DQIXEquipment
|header=[[Image:DQIX Copper sword.png]]
|kanji=どうのつるぎ
|name=Copper sword
|icon=[[File:Copper sword IX artwork.png|250px]]
|description=A commonplace cutter made of copper.<ref>Nintendo DS version.</ref>
|rarity=★☆☆☆☆
|stats=Attack +7<br>Style +4
|vocation=[[Image:IXwarrioricon.png|link=Warrior]][[Image:IXthieficon.png|link=Thieves|Thief]][[Image:IXminstrelicon.png|link=Minstrel]][[Image:IXgladiatoricon.png|link=Gladiator]][[Image:IXarmamentalisticon.png|link=Armamentalist]]
|notes=Initial equipment of the {{Hero 9}} and any Warriors recruited at [[Quester's Rest]] in [[Stornway]].<br>Inflicts 110% damage to monsters of the [[Dragon family]].
|price=150 / 75
|location=Sold at the weapon shops in [[Angel Falls]] and [[Stornway]].<br>{{fraction|1|128}} chance of being dropped or stolen from [[Skeleton]].
|i1=-
|i2=-
|i3=-
}}


{{Shop|header|title=[[Dragon Quest]]|subtitle=NES}}
==={{DQ10}}===
{{Shop|entry|item=[[Copper Sword]]|price=180|attributes=Attack +10}}
The Copper sword has an {{Attack}} bonus of +4, a {{Style}} bonus of +1, and increases the wielder's weight by 1. It can be equipped by [[Warrior]]s, [[Armamentalist]]s, [[Gladiator]]s, and [[Fortune Teller]]s.
{{shop|footer}}


===[[Dragon Quest II]]===
==={{DQ11}}===
The copper sword has an attack bonus of +10. The hero is given one at the beginning of his journey. It can be equipped by the [[Hero (Dragon Quest II)|Hero]] and the [[Prince of Cannock]].
{{DQXIEquipment
|name=Copper sword
|kanji=どうのつるぎ
|icon=[[Image:Copper sword xi icon.png]]
|description=A straightforward, workable weapon crafted from solid copper.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.</ref>
|rarity=F
|stats=Attack +13/15/17/20
|notes=Requires 2 [[Perfectionist's pearl|Perfectionist's pearls]] to rework.
|price=270 / 135
|diff=N/A
|i1=N/A
|location=Sold at the weapon shops in [[Heliodor]] and [[Downtown Heliodor]].<br>Sold from the roving emporiums in [[the Manglegrove]] and [[the Hotto Steppe]] during act one.<br>{{fraction|1|64}} chance of being dropped by [[Gloomy grublin|Gloomy grublins]] and Vicious gloomy grublins.
|character=[[File:Hero XI sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Hero (Dragon Quest XI)]][[File:Erik sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Erik]][[File:Sylvando sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Sylvando]][[File:Hendrik sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Hendrik]]
}}


===[[Dragon Quest III]]===
==={{DQMJ}}===
The copper sword has an attack bonus of +12. It can be equipped by the [[Hero (Dragon Quest III)|Hero]], [[warrior]]s, [[fighter]]s, [[cleric]]s, [[merchant]]s, [[jester]]s, and [[sage]]s. The protagonist has one equipped at the beginning of the game.
{{Descriptions
|DQMJ=A widely used sword made out of copper.<ref>[[Nintendo DS]] version.</ref>
}}
The Copper sword has an {{Attack}} bonus of +10. It can be purchased from the [[Infant Isle]] Item Shop for 270 gold and sold for 135 gold.


===[[Dragon Quest IV]]===
==={{DQSwords}}===
The copper sword has an attack bonus of +12.
{{Equipment|header|image=|name=[[Image:DQVIII Copper sword.png|32px]]Copper sword|console=Wii}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Attack|modifier=+15}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Found|modifier={{Hero Swords}}'s initial equipment.<br>Sold at the weapon shop in [[Avalonia]].}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=100|sellPrice=50|equipableBy={{Hero Swords}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Class|modifier=Sword}}
|notes=Can be tempered into a [[Steel broadsword]].
}}


===[[Dragon Quest V]]===
==={{DQB}}===
The copper sword has an attack bonus of +13. It can only be purchased early in [[Whealbrook]] and [[Faerie Lae]] for 270 gold.
{{Stub}}


===[[Dragon Quest VII]]===
==={{DQB2}}===
The copper sword has an attack bonus of +11 and an appearance bonus of +9. It can be equipped by the [[Hero (Dragon Quest VII)|Hero]], [[Kiefer]], [[Gabo]], [[Melvin]], and [[Aira]]. It can first be bought at [[Rexwood]] for 220 gold. If equipped by Gabo, his attack decreases by 5.
The Copper sword increases the [[Builder (Dragon Quest Builders 2)|Builder]]'s {{Attack}} by +40, it can be crafted with 3 copper ingots at an anvil. The Builder learns the recipe at level 11.


===[[Dragon Quest VIII]]===
==={{DQTreasures}}===
The copper sword has an attack bonus of +13. It can be equipped by the [[Hero (Dragon Quest VIII)|Hero]] and [[Jessica]], granted she has enough skill points to equip swords.
[[Image:Copper sword treasures icon.jpg|right|thumb|''Treasures'' icon]]
The Copper sword is [[List_of_treasures_in_Dragon_Quest_Treasures|Treasure No. 175]] in the Weapons category. It has a base value of 32,000.
{{Descriptions
|DQTR=A basic blade for novice warriors wanting to get their feet wet.<ref>Nintendo Switch and Steam versions.</ref>
}}


===[[Dragon Quest IX]]===
==={{DQTact}}===
{{Equipment|header|image=|name=Copper sword|console=DS}}
The Copper sword is a D-rank sword that can be acquired as a reward from completing the Swords: Intermediate level. It has an {{ATK}} bonus of +3, a max {{HP}} bonus of +9, and has two slots for Alchemy Effects.
{{Equipment|stat|name=Attack|modifier=7}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=1/5}}
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=150|sellPrice=75|flavor=A commonplace cutter made of copper.|note=Purchaseable in Angel Falls.}}
The hero will be equipped with a Copper Sword at the outset of the game. Additionally, certain classes will be holding a Copper Sword when recruited at the [[inn]] in [[Stornway]].


===[[Dragon Quest Swords]]===
==={{AHB}}===
The Copper sword is a 1★ sword that can be equipped by the [[Luminary Leader]] as a [[Hero (vocation)|Hero]] or [[Warrior]], all versions of [[Dai (A Hero's Bonds)|Dai]], [[Avan (A Hero's Bonds)|Avan]], [[Hyunckel (A Hero's Bonds)|Hyunckel]] wearing his Dark Armour Blade or as a Disciple of Avan, [[Baran (A Hero's Bonds)|Baran]], and [[Nova]]. It is a starter weapon and could occasionally be acquired from free Treasure Hunts.
 
==In Other Languages==
{{OtherLanguages
|es=Espada de cobre|es-meaning=Spanish for "copper sword".
|fr=Épée de cuivre|fr-meaning=French for "copper sword".
|de=Kupferschwert|de-meaning=German for "copper sword".
|it=Spada di rame|it-meaning=Italian for "copper sword".
|zh-cn={{tt|铜剑|Tóng jiàn}}|zh-cn-meaning=Simplified Chinese for "copper sword".
}}
 
==Related weapons==
*[[Bronze sword]]
*[[Copper chopper]] - The two-handed version of the sword.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<center><gallery>
File:Coppersword.JPG
Coppersword.JPG
Image:Copper_sword.png|Copper sword artwork
DQII Copper Sword.png|The copper sword from ''Dragon Quest II''
</gallery>
DQIII Copper Sword.png|The copper sword from ''Dragon Quest III''
DQIV Copper Sword.png|The copper sword from ''Dragon Quest IV''
Copper sword VII artwork.png|The copper sword from ''Dragon Quest VII''
DQ VIII Android Alchemy Made Copper Sword.jpg|The copper sword being made in the [[Alchemy Pot]] in ''Dragon Quest VIII''.
Copper sword builders icon.png|''Builders'' icon
DQTR Copper Sword.jpg|The copper sword from ''Dragon Quest Treasures''
DQT Copper Sword.png|''Tact'' icon
AHB Copper Sword.png|''A Hero's Bonds'' icon
Eraser 0004 Copper Sword.jpg|The copper sword in {{Keshi Keshi}}.
DQCG Copper Sword.jpeg|''Dragon Quest Card Game''
</gallery></center>


==References==
==References==
{{Wikia}}
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Latest revision as of 02:14, 10 April 2026

Copper sword
Japanese どうのつるぎ
Romaji Dō no tsurugi
Old localisations Same
Found in Dragon Quest
Dragon Quest II
Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake
Dragon Quest III
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake
Dragon Quest IV
Dragon Quest V
Dragon Quest VI
Dragon Quest VII
Dragon Quest VIII
Dragon Quest IX
Dragon Quest X
Dragon Quest XI
Torneko no Daibōken
Dragon Quest: Shōnen Yangus to Fushigi no Dungeon
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2
Dragon Quest Swords
Dragon Quest Builders
Dragon Quest Builders 2
Dragon Quest Treasures
Dragon Quest of the Stars
Dragon Quest Tact
Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai: A Hero's Bonds
Dragon Quest Keshi Keshi
Dragon Quest Champions
Effect Increases the wielder's Attack.

The Copper sword is a sword in the series.

Characteristics[edit | edit source]

The design of the copper sword has changed slightly over the years. In some of the early illustrations, the entire sword was coloured red-pink, though it has shifted to ochre in later illustrations. The sword has an uncomplicated design, with some of the early illustrations having a small blue gem in the crossguard, and the blade and hilt are usually all the same color. The sword's blade was quite broad in earlier games, but over time became narrower.

Due to its ease of use, this sword is usable by a variety of different characters and vocations, such as Priestss and Merchants, although Martial Artists and other barehanded brawlers can actually have their Attack decreased if they equip it. Several characters throughout the series wield one as part of their initial equipment. In many of the instruction manuals of the games, the copper sword is noted as being better suited for bludgeoning attacks than cutting due to its weight and lack of sharpness.

Appearances[edit | edit source]

Dragon Quest[edit | edit source]

Copper sword (どうのつるぎ Dō no tsurugi)
Buy Sell Attributes
180 gold 90 gold Attack +10
Can Be Equipped By Equipment Type Can Be Used As Tool In Battle?
Sword NO
Shop(s) Breconnary, Galenholm, Cantlin, Kol, and Rimuldar.
Location(s)
In-Game Description
Mobile A sturdy sword of copper.[1]

Dragon Quest I HD-2D Remake[edit | edit source]

Copper sword (どうのつるぎ)
Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake
Description
Not the flashiest of swords by any means, but it gets the job done.[2]
Attributes Characters
Attack +9
Notes
Equipped by the Hero at the start of the game.
Purchase Price Sell Price Location
180 gold 47 gold Sold in Tantegel, Galenholm, Kol, and Cantlin.
Dropped by Restless armour.
Found in a barrel on 2F of the Weeping Isle.
Sparkly spot southwest of Kol.

Dragon Quest II: Luminaries of the Legendary Line[edit | edit source]

GameDescription
A sturdy sword of copper.[3]

The Copper sword has an Attack bonus of +10 and can be equipped by the Hero and the Prince of Cannock. The Hero is given one at the beginning of his journey by his father, the King of Midenhall. It can be purchased in Leftwyne and Cannock for 100 gold and sold for 75 gold. The sword can be dropped by Bubble slimes, Merluscs, Sabrecats, and Bloody hands.

Dragon Quest II HD-2D Remake[edit | edit source]

Copper sword (どうのつるぎ)
Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake
Description
Not the flashiest of swords by any means, but it gets the job done.
Attributes Characters
Attack +8
Notes
-
Purchase Price Sell Price Location(s)
180 gold 10 Initially equipped by the Prince of Midenhall.
Sold at Midenhall, Leftwyne, Tantegel, Kol, and Cantlin.
Sparkly spot east of Cannock.
Dropped by Hawk man, Sorcerer, Restless armour, Skeleton soldier, Garuda, Enemy anemone, and Voodoogooder.
Use Dig in Southwest Alefgard, near the Dragon's Horn, in the Burrowell Region, at Moonbrooke, on the island south of Rendarak, on the Open Ocean near Rippleport, in Shallow Water near Rippleport, and near the Pillar of Winds.

Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation[edit | edit source]

The Copper sword has an Attack bonus of +12 and can be equipped by the Hero, Warriors, Martial Artists, Priests, Merchants, Gadabouts, and Sages. However if a Martial Artist equips the copper sword, it actually decreases their Attack by 6. It is part of the Hero's initial equipment. The sword can be purchased from Aliahan and Reeve for 100 gold and sold for 75 gold. It can also be dropped by Restless armours.

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake[edit | edit source]

Copper sword (どうのつるぎ)
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake
Description
Not the flashiest of swords by any means, but it gets the job done.[4]
Stats Vocations
Attack +10
Notes
Reduces Martial Artists' Attack by 6.
Price Location
180 gold / 72 gold Sold at the weapon shops in Aliahan, Reeve, and Romaria.
Hero's initial equipment.
Sparkly spot northwest of Promontory Passage.
Sparkly spot northeast of Romaria.
Sparkly spot northeast of the Pyramid.
Sparkly spot north of Wayfarer's Inn.
Sparkly spot on beach east of Reeve, requires the ship.
Sparkly spot in the ocean west of Romaria, requires the ship.
Sparkly spot in the ocean northwest of Fifer's Spire, requires the ship.
Sparkly spot in the ocean southeast of Olivia's Promontory, requires the ship.
Sparkly spot in the ocean southeast of Rimuldar, requires the ship.
Secret spot northwest of Rimuldar.

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen[edit | edit source]

GameDescription
Doesn't appear to have any special effect.[5]

The Copper sword has an Attack bonus of +12 and can be equipped by the Hero, Ragnar, Kiryl, Meena, Torneko, and the last party member. It is part of the Hero, Ragnar, and Meena's initial equipment. The sword can be purchased for 100 gold from the weapon shops in Burland, Strathbaile, Zalenagrad, Vrenor, Lakanaba, Ballymoral, Laissez Fayre, and Casabranca and sold for 75 gold. It can also be dropped by Erazor blades and King cureslimes.

Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride[edit | edit source]

GameDescription
Doesn't appear to have any special effect.[5]

The Copper sword has an Attack bonus of +13. It can be equipped by the Hero, the Hero's son, Harry, Tuppence, Slime knight, Restless armour, Blizzybody, Warhog, Moosifer, Pip fighter, Conkuistador, Mudraker, Magic marionette, Wax murderer, Golem, Powie yowie, Cross eye, Flamethrower, Minidemon, Hellion, Beastmaster, Samigina, Hawk man, Mandrake marshal, Hyperanemon, and Revaulting horse.

It can be purchased for 270 gold in Whealbrook, Roundbeck, Faerie Lea, and Coburg during the Hero's childhood and sold for 135 gold. The sword can be dropped by Lesionnaires and Ruff ruffians.

Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation[edit | edit source]

The Copper sword has an Attack bonus of +13, Style bonus of +9, and can be equipped by the Hero, Carver, Terry, Amos, Lizzie, and Goowain. It can be purchased at Weaver's Peak, Haggleton, and Somnia of the Upper World for 270 gold and sold for 202 gold. It has a 1⁄64 chance of being dropped by Slime knights.

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past[edit | edit source]

The Copper sword has an Attack bonus of +11, Style bonus of +9, and can be equipped by the Hero, Kiefer, Ruff, Sir Mervyn, and Aishe. However, if it is equipped by Ruff, his Attack decreases by 5. It can be purchased in Ballymolloy, Emberdale in the past, and Frobisher in the present for 220 gold and sold for 110 gold. One can be found in a treasure chest at L'Arca in the past and another at Nottagen in the present in a treasure chest requiring the Thief's key to open. Copper sword can be won as a prize from the Lucky Panel at the Casino.

Several monsters can drop it, including Choppy hoppers, Smashin' crabs, Slime knights, Notso machos, Fly-by-knights, Metal slime knights, and Terracotta warriors, as well as Skeletons in the Nintendo 3DS version.

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

GameDescription
A widely used sword made of copper.[6]

The Copper sword has an Attack bonus of +13 and can be equipped by the Hero, as well as Jessica and Red if they have invested enough skill points into their Knives skill. It can be purchased in Farebury and Alexandria for 270 gold and sold for 135 gold. One can be found in a treasure chest in the Waterfall Cave. The sword can be made in the Alchemy Pot, as well.

Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
Copper sword
Copper sword
Bronze knife
Bronze knife		 -


Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies[edit | edit source]

Copper sword (どうのつるぎ)
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
Description
A commonplace cutter made of copper.[7]
Rarity Stats Vocations
★☆☆☆☆ Attack +7
Style +4		 Thief
Notes
Initial equipment of the Hero and any Warriors recruited at Quester's Rest in Stornway.
Inflicts 110% damage to monsters of the Dragon family.
Price Location
150 / 75 Sold at the weapon shops in Angel Falls and Stornway.
1⁄128 chance of being dropped or stolen from Skeleton.
Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
- - -

Dragon Quest X [edit | edit source]

The Copper sword has an Attack bonus of +4, a Style bonus of +1, and increases the wielder's weight by 1. It can be equipped by Warriors, Armamentalists, Gladiators, and Fortune Tellers.

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

Copper sword (どうのつるぎ)
Description
A straightforward, workable weapon crafted from solid copper.[8]
Rarity
F
Stats (Base/+1/2/3)
Attack +13/15/17/20
Notes
Requires 2 Perfectionist's pearls to rework.
Price (Buy/Sell) Location
270 / 135 Sold at the weapon shops in Heliodor and Downtown Heliodor.
Sold from the roving emporiums in the Manglegrove and the Hotto Steppe during act one.
1⁄64 chance of being dropped by Gloomy grublins and Vicious gloomy grublins.
Forging Difficulty
N/A
Ingredients
N/A
Characters

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker[edit | edit source]

GameDescription
A widely used sword made out of copper.[9]

The Copper sword has an Attack bonus of +10. It can be purchased from the Infant Isle Item Shop for 270 gold and sold for 135 gold.

Dragon Quest Swords: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors[edit | edit source]

 Copper sword  (Wii)
Attack +15
Found Hero's initial equipment.
Sold at the weapon shop in Avalonia.
Equipable by Hero
Class Sword
Buy Price 100
Sell Price 50
Notes Can be tempered into a Steel broadsword.

Dragon Quest Builders[edit | edit source]

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Dragon Quest Builders 2[edit | edit source]

The Copper sword increases the Builder's Attack by +40, it can be crafted with 3 copper ingots at an anvil. The Builder learns the recipe at level 11.

Dragon Quest Treasures[edit | edit source]

Treasures icon

The Copper sword is Treasure No. 175 in the Weapons category. It has a base value of 32,000.

GameDescription
A basic blade for novice warriors wanting to get their feet wet.[10]

Dragon Quest Tact[edit | edit source]

The Copper sword is a D-rank sword that can be acquired as a reward from completing the Swords: Intermediate level. It has an ATK bonus of +3, a max HP bonus of +9, and has two slots for Alchemy Effects.

Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai: A Hero's Bonds[edit | edit source]

The Copper sword is a 1★ sword that can be equipped by the Luminary Leader as a Hero or Warrior, all versions of Dai, Avan, Hyunckel wearing his Dark Armour Blade or as a Disciple of Avan, Baran, and Nova. It is a starter weapon and could occasionally be acquired from free Treasure Hunts.

In Other Languages[edit | edit source]

Language Translation Meaning
EspañolEspada de cobreSpanish for "copper sword".
FrançaisÉpée de cuivreFrench for "copper sword".
DeutschKupferschwertGerman for "copper sword".
ItalianoSpada di rameItalian for "copper sword".
中文铜剑Simplified Chinese for "copper sword".

Related weapons[edit | edit source]

Gallery[edit | edit source]

  • The copper sword from Dragon Quest II
    The copper sword from Dragon Quest II
  • The copper sword from Dragon Quest III
    The copper sword from Dragon Quest III
  • The copper sword from Dragon Quest IV
    The copper sword from Dragon Quest IV
  • The copper sword from Dragon Quest VII
    The copper sword from Dragon Quest VII
  • The copper sword being made in the Alchemy Pot in Dragon Quest VIII.
    The copper sword being made in the Alchemy Pot in Dragon Quest VIII.
  • Builders icon
    Builders icon
  • The copper sword from Dragon Quest Treasures
    The copper sword from Dragon Quest Treasures
  • Tact icon
    Tact icon
  • A Hero's Bonds icon
    A Hero's Bonds icon
  • The copper sword in Keshi Keshi.
    The copper sword in Keshi Keshi.
  • Dragon Quest Card Game
    Dragon Quest Card Game

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ Mobile and Nintendo Switch versions.
  2. ↑ Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Sony PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam versions.
  3. ↑ Mobile and Nintendo Switch versions.
  4. ↑ Nintendo Switch, Sony PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam versions.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 Cell phone and Nintendo DS versions.
  6. ↑ Sony PlayStation 2, Cell phone, and Nintendo 3DS versions.
  7. ↑ Nintendo DS version.
  8. ↑ Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.
  9. ↑ Nintendo DS version.
  10. ↑ Nintendo Switch and Steam versions.
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