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{{Monster Infobox
{{Monster Infobox
|title=Hacksaurus
|title=Hacksaurus
|image=[[File:DQVI_Hacksaurus.png|300px]]
|image=[[File:DQVIII_Hacksaurus.png|350px]]
|caption=Art by [[Akira Toriyama]]
|caption=Art by [[Akira Toriyama]]
|kanji=
|kanji=バトルレックス
|romanji=Battle Rex
|romanji={{tt|Batoru rekkusu|Battle rex}}
|firstappear=''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''
|firstappear={{Dragon Quest VI}}
}}
|old=BattleRex (''Monsters'' 1 and 2'')
 
|monster1=[[Axesaurus]]<br>[[Halberdsaurus]]<br>[[Paladinos]]<br>[[Tyrantosaurus]]}}
The '''hacksaurus''' (originally '''BattleRex''' / '''Battle Rex''') is a recurring monster in the ''[[Dragon Quest series|Dragon Quest]]'' series. Introduced in ''[[Dragon Quest VI]]'', they are depicted as a mix between a theropod dinosaur and a traditional European dragon wielding a broad axe.
{{quote|style=1|quote='''''Ahh, nothing like a battle to get the juices flowing! My axe is ready to sing!'''''|source=Hacksaurus, ''[[Dragon Quest Tact]]''|console=|bgcolor=32CD32}}
The '''Hacksaurus''' is a monster in the series.


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
Hacksauri are powerful members of the dragon family, introduced in ''VI'' as one of the strongest end-game enemy types. Though later titles would have the species trade positions with the Tyrantosaurus monsters, the Hacksaurus is still considered by most players to be a dangerous foe when first encountered. As demonstrated in the [[Arkbolt]] cave, the species exhibits r-type reproductive strategy, with the mother only watching over her offspring until their eggs hatch. Also of note, said eggs will hatch into [[Biguana]] when examined by the player. Though this is likely due to game difficulty balancing more than anything, it could suggest a metamorphic relationship between the two types of monsters in a similar to the fan-precieved relationship between [[Small fry|Small Fries]] and [[Great Dragon]]s.
Hacksauri are powerful dragons, introduced in ''VI'' as one of the strongest end-game enemy types. Its appearance is a cross between a [[Wikipedia:Tyrannosauridae|tyrannosaurid]] dinosaur and a traditional European dragon wielding a broad axe. Though later titles would have the species trade positions with the [[tyrantosaurus]] monsters, the hacksaurus are still formidable opponents. As demonstrated in the [[Arkbolt]] [[Wayfarer's Pass|cave]], the species exhibits r-type reproductive strategy, with the mother only watching over her offspring until their eggs hatch. Also of note, said eggs will hatch into [[Diethon (DQVI)|diethon]]s when examined by the player. Though this is likely due to game difficulty balancing more than anything, it could suggest a metamorphic relationship between the two types of monsters in a similar to the fan-perceived relationship between [[Small fry|small Fries]] and [[great dragon]]s.


Interestingly, the species has made a name for itself by being one of the most easily recuritable members of the [[Dragon family]]. This precedent was set by [[Lizzie]], the very first Hacksaurus introduced in the series and the most popular monstrous companion in the series, outside of the slime family. This theme was reinforced in ''VIII'' by Hackzilla, one of the first infamous monsters (on-screen encounter) new players will stumble upon.
Interestingly, the species has made a name for itself by being one of the most easily [[Monster recruitment|recruitable]] members of the [[Dragon family]]. This precedent was set by [[Lizzie]], the very first hacksaurus introduced in the series and the most popular monstrous companion in the series, outside of the [[slime family]]. This theme was reinforced in ''VIII'' by [[Hackzilla]], one of the first infamous monsters (on-screen encounter) new players will stumble upon in the PS2 version, and by the fact that the species is present in every title that has monster taming.


Taking this into consideration, it can be assumed that Hacksauri have a high regard for physical strength, and will respect anyone who bests them in battle.
Taking this into consideration, it can be assumed that hacksauruses have a high regard for physical strength, and will respect anyone who bests them in battle. This notion was picked up by [[Koei-Tecmo]] when developing the first ''Heroes'' spin-off, and wrote it into the monster's description.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''===
==={{DQ6}}===
{{Enemy
{{DQ6Enemy
|name = Hacksaurus
|name=Hacksaurus
|image = [[File:Hacksaurus DQVI SNES.gif]]
|kanji=バトルレックス
|game = ''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''
|romanji=Batoru rekkusu
|console = DS
|sprite=[[File:Hacksaurus DQVI SNES.gif]]
|hp = 416
|hp=416
|mp = 0
|mp=0
|attack = 290
|exp=698
|defense = 100
|gold=110
|agility = 115
|attack=290
|experience = 698
|defense=100
|gold = 110
|agility=115
|droppedItem = [[Seed of strength]]
|tameRate=N/a
|skills = [[Falcon Slash]]<br> [[Inferno]]
|bestiaryNumber=#157
|bestiaryNumber=157
|spells=None
|locations=}}
|skills=[[Falcon Slash]]<br> [[Inferno]]
|locations=[[Mortamor's Dreadlair]]<br>[[Fungeon (Dragon Quest VI)|Fungeon]]
|items=[[Seed of strength]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|evasion={{fraction|0|64}}
|frizz-resist=25%
|sizz-resist=60%
|bang-resist=60%
|crack-resist=0%
|woosh-resist=100%
|zap-resist=0%
|whack-resist=100%
|poof-resist=100%
|dazzle-resist=50%
|snooze-resist=100%
|drain-resist=100%
|fizzle-resist=100%
|fuddle-resist=50%
|sap-resist=15%
|poison-resist=15%
|stun-resist=50%
|ban-dance-resist=100%
|fire-breath-resist=60%
|cool-breath-resist=0%
|strike-resist=0%
|burning-breath-resist=100%
|army-resist=0%
|remake-sprites=[[File:Hacksaurus DS.png]]
}}
 
==={{DQ7}}===
Hacksaurus appears as the boss of the [[DLC Tablet]]s "Here be Dragons" and "Scary Lair" in the [[Nintendo 3DS]] Version of the game.
{{DQ7RemakeExclusiveEnemy
|name=Hacksaurus
|kanji=バトルレックス
|romanji=batoru rekkusu
|sprite=
|hp=416
|mp=80
|exp=1,044
|gold=165
|attack=285
|defense=100
|agility=115
|tameRate=[[Animal Magnetism|{{fraction|1|32}}]]
|bestiaryNumber=DLC #081
|spells=None
|skills=[[Falcon Slash]]<br>[[Inferno]]
|locations=Here Be Dragons<br>Scary Lair
|items=[[Seed of strength]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|evasion={{fraction|0|64}}
|frizz-resist=25%
|sizz-resist=60%
|bang-resist=60%
|crack-resist=0%
|woosh-resist=100%
|zap-resist=0%
|whack-resist=100%
|poof-resist=100%
|dazzle-resist=50%
|snooze-resist=100%
|drain-resist=100%
|fizzle-resist=100%
|fuddle-resist=100%
|sap-resist=15%
|poison-resist=15%
|stun-resist=50%
|ban-dance-resist=100%
|fire-breath-resist=50%
|cool-breath-resist=0%
|strike-resist=0%
|burning-breath-resist=100%
|army-resist=15%
}}
*'''[[Dragon family|Dragon-type]]'''


===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
==={{DQ8}}===
{{Enemy
While a normal hacksaurus won't be encountered until the player reaches the [[Royal Hunting Ground]]s, it is possible to run into a [[Hackzilla|special roaming one]] near [[Farebury]] at the very start of the game. It is ill-advised to fight this hacksaurus until much later on since it can easily wipe out a low-level party using its Fire Breath and Falcon Slash abilities, though having a monster team will enable one to recruit the powerful monster after defeating it.
|float=
{{DQ8Enemy
|image=[[Image:Hacksaurus DQVIII PS2.png]]
|name=Hacksaurus
|name=Hacksaurus
|game=''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''
|kanji=バトルレックス
|console=PS2
|romanji=Batoru rekkusu
|romanji=
|sprite=[[File:HQDQ8-150.gif|275px]]
|hp=171
|hp=171
|mp=0
|mp=0
|exp=216
|gold=55
|attack=155
|attack=155
|defense=108
|defense=108
|agility=65
|agility=65
|experience=216
|bestiaryNumber=#150
|gold=55
|family=[[Dragon family|Dragon]]
|droppedItem=[[Dragon scale]] (common)<br>[[Dragon dung]] (rare)
|description=Giant axe-toting dragons. Fond of using their scorching flame-breath to roast hapless travelers.
|spells=None
|skills=[[Flame Breath]]<br>[[Falcon Slash]]
|skills=[[Flame Breath]]<br>[[Falcon Slash]]
|spells=
|locations=[[Arcadia]] Region<br>[[Royal Hunting Ground]]
|family=Dragon
|items=[[Dragon's scale]] ({{fraction|1|32}})<br>[[Dragon dung]] ({{fraction|1|64}})
|bestiaryNumber=150
|evasion={{fraction|0|64}}
|description=Giant axe-toting dragons. Fond of using their sorching flame-breath to roast hapless travellers.
|attack-resist=0%
|locations=[[Arcadia Region]]<br>[[Royal Hunting Grounds]]
|frizz-resist=50%
|}}
|sizz-resist=50%
While normal hacksauruses won't be encountered until the player reaches the Royal Hunting Grounds, it is possible to run into a special roaming one near Farebury at the very start of the game. It is ill-advised to fight this hacksaurus until much later on since it can easily wipe out a low-level party using its fire breath and falcon slash techniques, though having a monster team will enable one to recruit the powerful monster after defeating it.
|bang-resist=0%
|woosh-resist=25%
|crack-resist=0%
|zap-resist=0%
|flame-resist=50%
|ice-resist=0%
|grapple-resist=0%
|troop-resist=0%
|death-resist=50%
|poison-resist=15%
|paralysis-resist=50%
|shock-resist=50%
|sleep-resist=50%
|confusion-resist=100%
|dazzle-resist=50%
|fizzle-resist=100%
|dance-resist=100%
|sap-resist=15%
|drain-resist=100%
|remake-sprite=
|remake-changes=
}}


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters]]''===
==={{DQ10}}===
Hacksauruses began appearing starting from Version 2 onward. In battle, they are able to perform a [[Falcon Slash]] and breathe out [[Inferno|fierce flames]]. They can also be recruited once again by [[Monster Wrangler|Monster Wranglers]], similar to previous games. They first appear in the False Renshinda.


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters 2]]''===
==={{DQM}}===
{{DQMEnemy
|name=BattleRex
|kanji= バトルレックス
|romanji=Batoru rekkusu
|sprite=[[File:Hacksaurus DQM GBC.png]]
|level=60
|hp=3/5
|mp=2/5
|attack=5/5
|defense=2/5
|wisdom=4/5
|agility=5/5
|family= [[Dragon family|Dragon]]
|in-game-description=Attacks by swinging its powerful giant ax
|abilities=[[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters | Gate of Anger]]
|habitat=[[Fire Breath|FireAir]], [[Metal Slash|MetalCut]], [[Hatchet Man|EvilSlash]]
|breeding=[[Dragon family]] x [[Harmour|EvilArmor]], [[Marquis de Léon|KingLeo]], [[Hyperanemon|Lionex]], [[Knight Aberrant|MadKnight]], [[Ogre]]
|frizz-resist=Strong
|sizz-resist=Strong
|fire-breath-resist=Immune
|bang-resist=Strong
|crack-resist=Weak
|ice-breath-resist=Weak
|woosh-resist=Strong
|rock-resist=Weak
|zap-resist=Strong
|water-resist=Weak
|gigaslash-resist=Weak
|magic-burst-resist=None
|drain-resist=Weak
|whack-resist=Strong
|kamikazee-resist=Immune
|poison-resist=Weak
|paralysis-resist=Strong
|fuddle-resist=Weak
|snooze-resist=Strong
|dazzle-resist=Weak
|sap-resist=Weak
|decelerate-resist=Weak
|fizzle-resist=Weak
|stun-resist=Weak
|ban-dance-resist=Weak
|gobstopper-resist=Weak
|curse-resist=Weak
}}
A BattleRex appears as the boss of [[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters|Gate of Anger]].


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart]]''===
==={{DQM2}}===
{{DQM2Enemy
|name=BattleRex
|kanji=バトルレックス
|romanji=Batoru rekkusu
|sprite=[[File:Hacksaurus DQM2 GBC.png]]
|level=60
|hp=7/10
|mp=6/10
|attack=8/10
|defense=5/10
|wisdom=6/10
|agility=6/10
|family=[[Dragon]]
|in-game-description=
|abilities=[[Hatchet Man|EvilSlash]], [[Fire Breath|FireAir]], [[Metal Slash|MetalCut]]
|habitat=
|breeding=[[Dragon family]] x [[Harmour|EvilArmor]], [[Marquis de Léon|KingLeo]], [[Hyperanemon|Lionex]], [[Knight Aberrant|MadKnight]], [[Ogre]]
|frizz-resist=Strong
|sizz-resist=Strong
|fire-breath-resist=Immune
|bang-resist=Strong
|crack-resist=Weak
|ice-breath-resist=Weak
|woosh-resist=Strong
|rock-resist=Weak
|zap-resist=Strong
|water-resist=Weak
|gigaslash-resist=Weak
|magic-burst-resist=None
|drain-resist=Weak
|whack-resist=Strong
|kamikazee-resist=Immune
|poison-resist=Weak
|paralysis-resist=Strong
|fuddle-resist=Weak
|snooze-resist=Strong
|dazzle-resist=Weak
|sap-resist=Weak
|decelerate-resist=Weak
|fizzle-resist=Weak
|stun-resist=Weak
|ban-dance-resist=Weak
|gobstopper-resist=Weak
|curse-resist=Weak
}}


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker]]''===
==={{DQMCH}}===
{{Stub}}


===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2]]''===
==={{DQMJ}}===
==Related Monsters==
{{DQMJmonster
*[[Tyrantosaurus]]
|name = Hacksaurus
|image = 
|family = [[Dragon family|Dragon]]
|rank = C
|description = ''With axe in hand, they are dedicated to chopping everything they find into tiny pieces.''
|weapons = {{Sword}}s, {{Axe}}s, {{Claw}}s, [[Wand (weapon type)|Staves]]
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Critical Massacre]]
|resistances = Confusionproof
|skill = [[Dragon Lore]]
|location = [[Celeste Isle]] (Temple of the Moon), [[Fert Isle]]
|breeding chart = [[Dragurn]] x [[Gryphon]]
}}
{{clear}}
 
==={{DQMJ2}}===
{{DQMJ2monster
|name = Hacksaurus
|image = 
|family = [[Dragon family | Dragon]]
|rank = C
|size = S
|weapons = Swords, Axes, Claws, Staves
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Hit Squad]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker | Giant Killer]]
|resistances = Immune to Confusion
|skill = [[Dragon Lore]]
|location = [[Bemusoleum]]
|breeding chart = [[Red dragon]] x [[Behemoth slime]]<br>[[Gasbagon]] x [[Firn fiend]]
}}
{{clear}}
 
==={{DQM3}}===
{{DQM3Enemy
|name=Hacksaurus
|kanji= バトルレックス
|romanji=Batoru rekkusu
|icon=[[File:Hacksaurus DQM3 portrait.png|100px|Hacksaurus]]
|family=[[File:DQM3 dragon family icon.png|link=Dragon family]]
|hp=<big><big>1,320</big></big>
|mp=<big><big>300</big></big>
|attack=<big><big>680</big></big>
|defense=<big><big>480</big></big>
|wisdom=<big><big>380</big></big>
|agility=<big><big>550</big></big>
|bestiary=#113
|rank=<big><big>'''B'''</big></big>
|in-game-description=Though these rude and rowdy reptiles are unrepentantly rough-tempered, they [[Lizzie|res]][[Hackzilla|pect]] any creature, even [[Terry|hum]][[Hero (Dragon Quest VIII)|ans]], who can best them in battle.
|talents=[[Firebrand]] (lv. 1)
|traits=[[Rando-Muster]] (lv. 1)<br>[[Critical Triumph]] (lv. 20)<br>[[Frizzmeister]] (lv. 40)
|ltraits=[[Tactical Genius]] (lv. 1)<br>[[Metal Medley]] (lv. 1)<br>[[Collective Punishment]] (lv. 60)
|habitat= This monster has no natural habitat
|items=[[Yggdrasil leaf]] (Common)<br>N/A (Rare)
|synthesis=[[File:DQM3 dragon family icon.png|64px|link=Dragon family]] X [[File:DQM3 beast family icon.png|64px|link=Beast family]]<br>(Either parent must be B-rank.)<br>[[File:Axesaurus DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Axesaurus]] X [[File:Jowler DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Jowler]] = [[File:Hacksaurus DQM3 portrait.png|64px|Hacksaurus]]
|fusions=[[File:Hacksaurus DQM3 portrait.png|64px|Hacksaurus]] X [[File:Uberkilling machine DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Überkilling machine]] X [[File:Stout troll DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Stout troll]] X [[File:Murdaw DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Murdaw]] = [[File:Mortamor DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Mortamor]]<br>(Two generation synthesis)
|fire-resist=50%
|water-resist=-25%
|wind-resist=25%
|earth-resist=25%
|explosion-resist=50%
|ice-resist=0%
|electricity-resist=0%
|light-resist=25%
|dark-resist=0%
|debilitation-resist=-25%
|bedazzlement-resist=50%
|antimagic-resist=25%
|mp-absorption-resist=0%
|confusion-resist=0%
|sleep-resist=50%
|paralysis-resist=25%
|stun-resist=50%
|poison-resist=-25%
|instant-death-resist=0%
}}
 
==={{DQH}}===
{{DQHEnemy
|name=Hacksaurus
|kanji=バトルレックス
|romanji={{tt|Batoru rekkusu|Battle rex}}
|listNumber=#025
|fieldNotes=Reptilian rogues who like nothing more than to flambé foes with blazing breath and then cut them into cubes. They're [[Lizzie|known]] to [[Terry|admire enemies]] deft enough to defeat them, and are often found fighting for former foes.
|image=[[File:Hacksaurus DQH series.png|100px]]
|exp=67
|gold=55<span style="font-variant: small-caps;">g</span>
|item=[[Dragon horn]], [[Dragon hide]]
|locations=[[Grannet]] (Captain), [[Pinnacle of Light]] (Recruit), [[Pinnacle of Light]] (Captain), [[Sylvea]] (Hero), [[The Lion's Den]] (Showdown: Feral Feline)
}}
 
==={{DQH2}}===
{{DQH2Enemy
|name=Hacksaurus
|kanji=バトルレックス
|romaji={{tt|Batoru rekkusu|Battle rex}}
|listNumber=#056
|fieldNotes=Reptilian rogues who like nothing more than to flambé foes with blazing breath and then cut them into cubes. They're [[Lizzie|known]] to [[Terry|admire enemies]] deft enough to defeat them, and are often found fighting for former foes.
|image=[[File:Hacksaurus DQH series.png|100px]]
|exp=976
|gold=145<span style="font-variant: small-caps;">g</span>
|markedVersion=Yes
|item=[[Small scale]], [[Titan belt]]
|locations=[[Redrock Ravine]]
}}
 
==={{DQTact}}===
Hacksaurus appears as a B-rank monster of the Dragon family, first being recruitable in the second part of the "Dragon Fest" event. It will join the player in Chapter 3, Episode 2 of the event quests and it can participate in [[Bobonga]]'s Battle Road as a party member. The hacksaurus can be fully awakened by repeating the Scalewood Entrance stage of the Dragon Island: Forest at any difficulty. It can also be recruited from Chapter 2, Episode 2: Carver during the ''Dragon Quest VI'' event at any difficulty and it can participate in [[Carver]]'s Battle Road as a party member. Hacksaurus can also participate in [[Baran]] and [[Maldragora]] the Worldbreaker's Battle Road as a party member, as well.
{{DQTactEnemy
|name=Hacksaurus
|kanji=バトルレックス
|romanji=Batoru rekkusu
|sprite=[[Image:DQT Hacksaurus.png|325px]]
|family=[[Image:Tact Icon Dragon.png|48px]]<br>Dragon
|rank=[[Image:DQTact Rank Icon B.png|48px]]
|role=[[Image:DQTact AttackType.png|48px]]<br>Attack
|lvl=120
|hp=881
|mp=223
|move=2-3
|attack=416
|defense=375
|agility=328
|wisdom=113
|weight=25
|bskill1=[[Defensive Stance]]
|bskill2=[[Searing Breath]]{{tt|*|Level 22}}
|bskill3=[[Falcon Armour Hammer]]{{tt|*|Level 36}}
|askill1=Move +1 / Stats Up
|askill2=Woosh Res +25 / Stats Up
|askill3=Falcon Armor Hammer Potency +5% / Stats Up
|askill4=Zam Res +25 / Stats Up
|askill5=Falcon Armour Hammer Potency +5% / Stats Up
|lperk1=N/a
|bperk1=ATK +5
|bperk2=Falcon Armour Hammer Potency +2%
|bperk3=N/a
|aperk1='''Move +1''': Raises Move by 1.
|frizz-resist=Normal
|sizz-resist=Normal
|crack-resist=Very Weak
|woosh-resist=Half Res
|bang-resist=Very Weak
|zap-resist=Normal
|zam-resist=Half Res
|snooze-resist=Normal
|poison-resist=Super Weak
|physical-seal-resist=Normal
|spell-seal-resist=Normal
|martial-seal-resist=Normal
|breath-seal-resist=Half Res
|hobble-resist=Normal
|stun-resist=Normal
|blind-resist=Normal
|curse-resist=Normal
|paralysis-resist=Half Res
|confusion-resist=Immune
|charm-resist=Super Weak
}}
 
==In Other Languages==
{{OtherLanguages
|es=Leñasaurio|es-meaning=Derived from the Spanish verb ''leñar'', which means to cut down trees, and ''saurio'', a suffix used for dinosaurs.
|fr=Hachosaure|fr-meaning=From the French ''{{tt|hache|axe}}'' and the suffix ''{{tt|-saure|used in the common names of extinct reptilian creatures such as dinosaurs}}''.
|de=Hacksaurier|de-meaning=German for "hacksaurus", derived from the verb ''{{tt|hacken|to hack}}'' and ''{{tt|Saurier|saurian, a dinosaur}}''.
|it=Asciasauro|it-meaning=From the Italian ''{{tt|ascia|axe}}'' and the suffix ''{{tt|-sauro|used in the common names of dinosaurs}}''.
|zh-cn={{tt|战斗恐龙|Zhàndòu kǒnglóng}}|zh-cn-meaning=Simplified Chinese for "battle dinosaur".
|zh-tw={{tt|戰鬥恐龍|Zhàndòu kǒnglóng}}|zh-tw-meaning=Traditional Chinese for "battle dinosaur".
}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<center><gallery>
Image:Hacksaurus DQVIII PS2.png
DQVI Battle Rex.png|Super Famicom artwork.
Image:Hacksaurus DQM GBC.png
Terry vs lizzie.jpg|Terry confronting Lizzie.
Image:Hacksaurus DQM2 GBC.png
Hacksaurus VII 3DS.png|Appearing in ''VII'''s [[Big Book of Beasts]] in the remake.
Image:Hacksaurus DQMCH GBA.png
DQVIII Hackzilla.jpg|Hackzilla chasing the Hero in ''Dragon Quest VIII''.
Image:Terry vs lizzie.jpg
Cobi Tara and monster eggs.png|Watching [[Cobi]] and [[Tara]] move some monster eggs.
</gallery>
Hacksaurus psx.gif|''DQM I & II'' sprite.
Hacksaurus DQMCH GBA.png|''Caravan Heart'' sprite.
Hacksaurus DQMJ DS.png|''Monsters: Joker'' model.
Hacksaurus Joker 2.png|''Monsters: Joker 2'' model.
DQMBRV Hacksaurus.png|''Battle Road Victory'' cut-in.
DQMBRV Hacksaurus1.png
DQHRS T-Rax.png|T-Rax tank in ''[[Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime|Rocket Slime]]''.
DQ Stars Android Hacksaurus 1.jpg|Appearance in {{Stars}}.
DQR Battle Rex.png|''Rivals'' card.
DQT_Expedition_WorldOfIllusions.jpg|A Hacksaurus and other monsters in "Expedition! World of Illusions" in {{Tact}}.
</gallery></center>
 
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[[fr:Hachosaure]]

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"Ahh, nothing like a battle to get the juices flowing! My axe is ready to sing!"

—Hacksaurus, Dragon Quest Tact

The Hacksaurus is a monster in the series.

Characteristics[edit | edit source]

Hacksauri are powerful dragons, introduced in VI as one of the strongest end-game enemy types. Its appearance is a cross between a tyrannosaurid dinosaur and a traditional European dragon wielding a broad axe. Though later titles would have the species trade positions with the tyrantosaurus monsters, the hacksaurus are still formidable opponents. As demonstrated in the Arkbolt cave, the species exhibits r-type reproductive strategy, with the mother only watching over her offspring until their eggs hatch. Also of note, said eggs will hatch into diethons when examined by the player. Though this is likely due to game difficulty balancing more than anything, it could suggest a metamorphic relationship between the two types of monsters in a similar to the fan-perceived relationship between small Fries and great dragons.

Interestingly, the species has made a name for itself by being one of the most easily recruitable members of the Dragon family. This precedent was set by Lizzie, the very first hacksaurus introduced in the series and the most popular monstrous companion in the series, outside of the slime family. This theme was reinforced in VIII by Hackzilla, one of the first infamous monsters (on-screen encounter) new players will stumble upon in the PS2 version, and by the fact that the species is present in every title that has monster taming.

Taking this into consideration, it can be assumed that hacksauruses have a high regard for physical strength, and will respect anyone who bests them in battle. This notion was picked up by Koei-Tecmo when developing the first Heroes spin-off, and wrote it into the monster's description.

Appearances[edit | edit source]

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

Hacksaurus (バトルレックス Batoru rekkusu)
Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation
Original (SFC)
Sprite
Bestiary No.
#157
Recruit Rate
N/a
Experience *
698
Gold
110
HP *
416
MP
0
Attack
290
Defence
100
Agility
115
Evasion
0⁄64
Spell(s)
None
Item(s) dropped
Seed of strength1⁄256
Frizz resistance *
25%
Sizz resistance *
60%
Fire Breath resistance *
60%
Bang resistance *
60%
Crack resistance *
0%
Ice Breath resistance *
0%
Woosh resistance *
100%
Strike/Rock resistance *
0%
Zap resistance *
0%
Drain Magic resistance *
100%
Whack resistance *
100%
Poof resistance *
100%
Ban Dance resistance
100%
Dazzle resistance *
50%
Fizzle resistance
100%
Fuddle resistance *
50%
Paralysis resistance *
100%
Poison resistance *
15%
Snooze resistance *
100%
Stun resistance *
50%
Sap resistance *
15%
Army resistance *
0%
Remakes (DS, Mobile)
Sprites
Notable Changes
None

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

Hacksaurus appears as the boss of the DLC Tablets "Here be Dragons" and "Scary Lair" in the Nintendo 3DS Version of the game.

Hacksaurus (バトルレックス batoru rekkusu)
Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past
Remake exclusive (3DS)
Sprite HP MP Attack Defense
416 80 285 100
Agility Experience Gold Tame Rate
115 1,044 165 1⁄32
Bestiary No. DLC #081
Spell(s) None
Skill(s) Falcon Slash
Inferno
Location(s) Here Be Dragons
Scary Lair
Item(s) Dropped Seed of strength1⁄256
Evasion Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath Resistance *
0⁄64 25% 60% 50%
Bang Resistance * Crack Resistance * Ice Breath Resistance * Woosh Resistance *
60% 0% 0% 100%
Strike/Rock Resistance * Zap Resistance * Drain Magic Resistance * Whack Resistance *
0% 0% 100% 100%
Poof Resistance * Ban Dance Resistance Dazzle Resistance * Fizzle Resistance *
100% 100% 50% 100%
Fuddle Resistance * Paralysis Resistance* Poison Resistance * Snooze Resistance *
100% 100% 15% 100%
Stun Resistance * Sap Resistance * Army Resistance *
50% 15% 15%

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

While a normal hacksaurus won't be encountered until the player reaches the Royal Hunting Grounds, it is possible to run into a special roaming one near Farebury at the very start of the game. It is ill-advised to fight this hacksaurus until much later on since it can easily wipe out a low-level party using its Fire Breath and Falcon Slash abilities, though having a monster team will enable one to recruit the powerful monster after defeating it.

Hacksaurus (バトルレックス Batoru rekkusu)
Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King
Bestiary No. Family
#150 Dragon
Experience Gold HP MP
216 55 171 0
Attack Defense Agility Evasion
155 108 65 0⁄64
In-Game Description Giant axe-toting dragons. Fond of using their scorching flame-breath to roast hapless travelers.
Spell(s) None
Skill(s) Flame Breath
Falcon Slash
Location(s) Arcadia Region
Royal Hunting Ground
Item(s) Dropped Dragon's scale (1⁄32)
Dragon dung (1⁄64)
Attack Resistance Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath
Resistance *
0% 50% 50% 50%
Bang Resistance * Crack Resistance * Ice breath
Resistance *		 Woosh Resistance *
0% 0% 0% 25%
Strike/Rock Resistance * Zap Resistance * Drain Magic Resistance Whack Resistance *
0% 0% 100% 50%
Ban Dance Resistance Dazzle Resistance Fizzle Resistance Fuddle Resistance *
100% 50% 100% 100%
Paralysis Resistance * Poison Resistance * Snooze resistance * Stun Resistance *
50% 15% 50% 50%
Sap Resistance *
15%
Army Resistance *
0%
Ports (3DS, Mobile)
Notable Changes
None

Dragon Quest X [edit | edit source]

Hacksauruses began appearing starting from Version 2 onward. In battle, they are able to perform a Falcon Slash and breathe out fierce flames. They can also be recruited once again by Monster Wranglers, similar to previous games. They first appear in the False Renshinda.

Dragon Quest Monsters[edit | edit source]

BattleRex (バトルレックス Batoru rekkusu)
Dragon Quest Monsters
Sprite Level cap * HP growth MP growth
60 3/5 2/5
Strength growth Resilience growth Wisdom growth Agility growth
5/5 2/5 4/5 5/5
Family Dragon
In-game description Attacks by swinging its powerful giant ax
Abilities Gate of Anger
Habitat FireAir, MetalCut, EvilSlash
Breeding chart Dragon family x EvilArmor, KingLeo, Lionex, MadKnight, Ogre
Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath Resistance * Bang Resistance *
Strong Strong Immune Strong
Crack Resistance * Ice Breath Resistance * Woosh Resistance * Rock/Army Resistance *
Weak Weak Strong Weak
Zap Resistance * Gigaslash Resistance Magic Burst Resistance Drain Magic Resistance *
Strong Weak None Weak
Whack Resistance * Kamikazee Resistance * Poison Resistance * Paralysis Resistance *
Strong Immune Weak Strong
Fuddle Resistance * Snooze Resistance * Dazzle Resistance * Fizzle Resistance
Weak Strong Weak Weak
Ban Dance Resistance Gobstopper Resistance Stun Resistance * Sap Resistance *
Weak Weak Weak Weak
Decelerate Resistance * Curse Resistance
Weak Weak

A BattleRex appears as the boss of Gate of Anger.

Dragon Quest Monsters 2[edit | edit source]

BattleRex (バトルレックス Batoru rekkusu)
Dragon Quest Monsters 2
Sprite Level cap * HP growth MP growth
60 7/10 6/10
Strength growth Resilience growth Wisdom growth Agility growth
8/10 5/10 6/10 6/10
Family Dragon
In-game description
Abilities EvilSlash, FireAir, MetalCut
Habitat
Breeding chart Dragon family x EvilArmor, KingLeo, Lionex, MadKnight, Ogre
Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath Resistance * Bang Resistance *
Strong Strong Immune Strong
Crack Resistance * Ice Breath Resistance * Woosh Resistance * Rock/Army Resistance *
Weak Weak Strong Weak
Water Resistance * Zap Resistance * Gigaslash Resistance Magic Burst Resistance
Weak Strong Weak None
Drain Magic Resistance * Whack Resistance * Kamikazee Resistance * Poison Resistance *
Weak Strong Immune Weak
Paralysis Resistance * Fuddle Resistance * Snooze Resistance * Dazzle Resistance *
Strong Weak Strong Weak
Fizzle Resistance Ban Dance Resistance Gobstopper Resistance Stun Resistance *
Weak Weak Weak Weak
Sap Resistance * Decelerate Resistance * Curse Resistance
Weak Weak Weak

Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart[edit | edit source]

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Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker[edit | edit source]

Hacksaurus
Family Dragon
Rank C
Description With axe in hand, they are dedicated to chopping everything they find into tiny pieces.
Weapons Swords, Axes, Claws, Staves
Traits Critical Massacre
Resistances Confusionproof
Skill Dragon Lore
Location Celeste Isle (Temple of the Moon), Fert Isle
Breeding chart Dragurn x Gryphon

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2[edit | edit source]

Hacksaurus
Family Dragon
Rank C
Size S
Weapons Swords, Axes, Claws, Staves
Traits Hit Squad, Giant Killer
Resistances Immune to Confusion
Skill Dragon Lore
Location Bemusoleum
Breeding chart Red dragon x Behemoth slime
Gasbagon x Firn fiend

Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince[edit | edit source]

Hacksaurus (バトルレックス Batoru rekkusu)
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince
Icon Family Max HP Max MP
Hacksaurus 1,320 300
Max Attack Max Defence Max Agility Max Wisdom
680 480 550 380
Bestiary No. #113
Rank B
In-game description Though these rude and rowdy reptiles are unrepentantly rough-tempered, they respect any creature, even humans, who can best them in battle.
Talents Firebrand (lv. 1)
Guaranteed traits Rando-Muster (lv. 1)
Critical Triumph (lv. 20)
Frizzmeister (lv. 40)
Large-size exclusive traits Tactical Genius (lv. 1)
Metal Medley (lv. 1)
Collective Punishment (lv. 60)
Habitat This monster has no natural habitat
Items Yggdrasil leaf (Common)
N/A (Rare)
Synthesis chart X
(Either parent must be B-rank.)
X = Hacksaurus
Notable synthesis Hacksaurus X X X =
(Two generation synthesis)
Fire Resistance * Water Resistance * Wind Resistance * Earth Resistance *
50% -25% 25% 25%
Explosion Resistance * Ice Resistance * Electricity Resistance * Light Resistance *
50% 0% 0% 25%
Dark Resistance * Antimagic Resistance * Bedazzlement Resistance * Confusion Resistance *
0% 25% 50% 0%
Debilitation Resistance* MP Absorption Resistance * Paralysis Resistance * Poison Resistance *
-25% 0% 25% -25%
Sleep Resistance * Stun Resistance *
50% 50%
Instant Death Resistance *
0%

Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below[edit | edit source]

Hacksaurus (バトルレックス Batoru rekkusu)
Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below
Model Experience Gold
67 55g
List No. #025
Field Notes Reptilian rogues who like nothing more than to flambé foes with blazing breath and then cut them into cubes. They're known to admire enemies deft enough to defeat them, and are often found fighting for former foes.
Location(s) Grannet (Captain), Pinnacle of Light (Recruit), Pinnacle of Light (Captain), Sylvea (Hero), The Lion's Den (Showdown: Feral Feline)
Item(s) Dropped Dragon horn, Dragon hide

Dragon Quest Heroes II[edit | edit source]

Hacksaurus (バトルレックス Batoru rekkusu)
Dragon Quest Heroes II: Twin Kings and the Prophecy's End
Model Experience Gold Marked Version?
976 145g Yes
List No. #056
Field Notes Reptilian rogues who like nothing more than to flambé foes with blazing breath and then cut them into cubes. They're known to admire enemies deft enough to defeat them, and are often found fighting for former foes.
Location(s) Redrock Ravine
Item(s) Dropped Small scale, Titan belt

Dragon Quest Tact[edit | edit source]

Hacksaurus appears as a B-rank monster of the Dragon family, first being recruitable in the second part of the "Dragon Fest" event. It will join the player in Chapter 3, Episode 2 of the event quests and it can participate in Bobonga's Battle Road as a party member. The hacksaurus can be fully awakened by repeating the Scalewood Entrance stage of the Dragon Island: Forest at any difficulty. It can also be recruited from Chapter 2, Episode 2: Carver during the Dragon Quest VI event at any difficulty and it can participate in Carver's Battle Road as a party member. Hacksaurus can also participate in Baran and Maldragora the Worldbreaker's Battle Road as a party member, as well.

Hacksaurus (バトルレックス Batoru rekkusu)
Dragon Quest Tact
Stats


Family Rank Role

Dragon
Attack
Max Level HP MP Move
120 881 223 2-3
Attack Defense Agility Wisdom Weight
416 375 328 113 25
Basic Skills
First Second Third
Defensive Stance Searing Breath* Falcon Armour Hammer*
Awakening Skills
First Second Third
Move +1 / Stats Up Woosh Res +25 / Stats Up Falcon Armor Hammer Potency +5% / Stats Up
Fourth Fifth
Zam Res +25 / Stats Up Falcon Armour Hammer Potency +5% / Stats Up
Leader Perks
First
N/a
Basic Perks
First Second Third
ATK +5 Falcon Armour Hammer Potency +2% N/a
Perk Details
First
Move +1: Raises Move by 1.
Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Crack Resistance * Woosh Resistance *
Normal Normal Very Weak Half Res
Bang Resistance * Zap Resistance * Zam Resistance * Snooze Resistance
Very Weak Normal Half Res Normal
Poison Resistance Physical Lock Resistance Spell Lock Resistance Martial Lock Resistance
Super Weak Normal Normal Normal
Breath Lock Resistance Hobble Resistance * Stun Resistance * Dazzle Resistance
Half Res Normal Normal Normal
Curse Resistance Paralysis Resistance Confusion Resistance Charm Resistance
Normal Half Res Immune Super Weak

In Other Languages[edit | edit source]

Language Translation Meaning
EspañolLeñasaurioDerived from the Spanish verb leñar, which means to cut down trees, and saurio, a suffix used for dinosaurs.
FrançaisHachosaureFrom the French hache and the suffix -saure.
DeutschHacksaurierGerman for "hacksaurus", derived from the verb hacken and Saurier.
ItalianoAsciasauroFrom the Italian ascia and the suffix -sauro.
中文战斗恐龙Simplified Chinese for "battle dinosaur".
中文 (繁體)戰鬥恐龍Traditional Chinese for "battle dinosaur".

Gallery[edit | edit source]

  • Super Famicom artwork.
    Super Famicom artwork.
  • Terry confronting Lizzie.
    Terry confronting Lizzie.
  • Appearing in VII's Big Book of Beasts in the remake.
    Appearing in VII's Big Book of Beasts in the remake.
  • Hackzilla chasing the Hero in Dragon Quest VIII.
    Hackzilla chasing the Hero in Dragon Quest VIII.
  • Watching Cobi and Tara move some monster eggs.
    Watching Cobi and Tara move some monster eggs.
  • DQM I & II sprite.
    DQM I & II sprite.
  • Caravan Heart sprite.
    Caravan Heart sprite.
  • Monsters: Joker model.
    Monsters: Joker model.
  • Monsters: Joker 2 model.
    Monsters: Joker 2 model.
  • Battle Road Victory cut-in.
    Battle Road Victory cut-in.
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    T-Rax tank in Rocket Slime.
  • Appearance in Stars.
    Appearance in Stars.
  • Rivals card.
    Rivals card.
  • A Hacksaurus and other monsters in "Expedition! World of Illusions" in Tact.
    A Hacksaurus and other monsters in "Expedition! World of Illusions" in Tact.
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