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The '''Equipment of Erdrick''' is a set of powerful and crucially important items from the original three ''[[Dragon Quest (series)|Dragon Quest]]'' games.
[[File:DQ Museum Erdrick Equipment.png|right|thumb|350px|Life-sized replica of the set built for the 30th anniversary museum in 2016]]
The '''Erdrick Equipment''' is a set of powerful and crucially important items from the original [[Erdrick trilogy|trilogy]] of games. The equipment consists of the [[Erdrick's Sword|sword]], [[Erdrick's Shield|shield]], [[Erdrick's Armour|armour]] and [[Erdrick's Helmet|helmet]] belonging to the legendary hero [[Erdrick]].
 
In the first two games the items bear Erdrick's name as a part of his iconography, but in {{Dragon Quest III}} each piece has a distinct name: the [[Sword of Kings]], [[Auroral Armour]], and the [[Hero's Shield]]. No helmet exclusive to the hero existed in the original 8-bit version, but subsequent releases have added [[Ortega's Helm]] to fill in the gap.  


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===''[[Dragon Quest]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest]]''===
====Armour of Erdrick====
Erdrick's sword, armour, and mark debut in the seminal title, with the game's plot making the mark a mandatory acquisition. The sword and armour are entirely optional, albeit strongly recommended, and the fabled shield would not appear until the sequel. As helmets were not a distinct equipment type in the first game it is assumed that Erdrick's helm was included with the armour set.
The most powerful armour in the seminal game by far, it is located in the ruined town of [[Damdara]] and guarded by a [[Knight Aberrant| nasty knight]]. When equipped it adds +28 to the player's defence, reduces magic and breath damage by 33%, nullify the toxicity of bogs, and will restore 1 HP for every step taken.
 
The sword is held in the depths of the [[Dragonlord's Castle]] as a precaution on the scaled sovereign's part, and the armour is located in the ruins of [[Damdara]] where it is guarded by a [[Knight Aberrant|knight aberrant]]. The mark is found in the fetid swamp south of [[Cantlin]], being exactly 40 steps east and 70 steps south of [[Tantegel]].
 
==={{DQ2}}===
The sword is once more found in the Dragonlord's castle, watched over by his [[Dragonlord's great-great-grandson|great-great-grandson]]. Though powerful, the sword will be eclipsed by several weapons the player encounters over the course of the adventure.
The mail is found in the third floor of the [[Cave to Rendarak|chasm leading to Rendarak]], in the bottom-rightmost section of the floor near a set of stairs. Erdrick's helmet is obtained by exchanging the Mark of Erdrick at the [[Sanctum|shrine]] southeast of Tantegel, and the mark itself being found in [[Midenhall]] behind a door requiring the [[Golden Key|golden key]] to open.
The shield is found in the castle of [[Cannock]], being watched over by an old man on a tiny islet. The golden key is required to open the door to gain access to it.
 
==={{DQ3}}===
Due to taking place in the distant past, none of the heraldry bears Erdrick's name until the completion of the game. The [[Sword of Kings]] was destroyed by [[Zoma]] over the course of several years due to the demon king fearing its power, and must be reforged with an ingot of [[Orichalcum]]. This precious metal is found in the horse field of Damdara, and must be sold to the [[Jipang|Jipangese]] blacksmith living in [[Kol]]. Once he is given the metal, the sword will be available for purchase.
 
The [[Auroral Armour]] is found in a chest in a hidden room in the [[Tower of Rubiss]], and the [[Hero's Shield]] is found on the bottom floor of the [[Nail Mark]] northwest of Tantegel. [[Ortega's Helm]] was added to the game in the SNES remake, being given to the player by the people of [[Mur]], giving the Hero a complete set of armour. What would become the mark of Erdrick is the [[Sacred Amulet]], which is granted to the player upon the rescue of [[Rubiss]].
 
==={{DQ3HD}}===
The [[auroral helm]] was added to the legendary equipment in the HD remake, being the upgraded form of Ortega's helm that confirms the fan speculation of the latter becoming part of the set by matching the design of Erdrick's helmet. Of note is that it increases the power of the [[Zap]]-family of spells by 20% when worn, a distinct feature not seen in other legendary helmets.


====Sword of Erdrick====
==={{DQ8}}===
The legendary blade is found in [[Charlock castle]], off of the path to the [[Dragonlord]]. Equipping it grants the player +40 attack, a substantial boost from the [[Flame Sword]]'s +28. Certain third-party documentation claims that the sword is the only weapon that can cut the despot's scales, but this is completely false. That being said, it is strongly advised to acquire the blade to make the confrontation much easier.
Available only in the [[Nintendo 3DS]] version is "Ye Olde Sword of Erdrick", a rusty version of the mythical blade that is obtained via a download code first made available internationally on February 24, 2017. Players can reforge the tarnished slab by mixing it with the [[liquid metal sword]] and a lump of orichalcum in the [[Alchemy pot]].


====Helmet and Shield====
==={{DQ9}}===
These two items are not present in the original ''Dragon Quest'', presumably because the shield was left in [[Torland]] instead of [[Alefgard]], as well as the fact that there are no helmets in the game at all anyway.
[[Erdrick's Sword|Erdrick's sword]] is the result of mixing the [[Rusty sword|Rusty sword]] with nine [[Glass frit]]s and one chunk of Orichalcum within [[Krak Pot]]. The rusty sword lays within a chest on the eighth floor of the [[Realm of the Mighty]].


===''[[Dragon Quest II]]''===
The suit of armour has been split into several pieces corresponding to the [[Erdrick's Armour|upper & lower body]], [[Erdrick_Equipment#Erdrick's_gauntlets|hands]], and [[Erdrick's Helmet|head]] as per the system changes features in ''IX''. These pieces of equipment are first obtained in dilapidated condition and are collectively referred to as the [[Rusty suit]], along with the [[Erdrick's Shield|shield]].
====Armour of Erdrick====
The mail is found in the third floor of the [[Cave to Rendarak|chasm leading to Rendarak]], in the bottom-rightmost section of the floor near a set of stairs. Donning it grants +70 defence this time, along with the expected 33% reduction to breath and magic and harsh terrain immunity. It may be equipped only by the [[Hero (Dragon Quest II)|Prince of Midenhall]].


====Helmet of Erdrick====
==={{DQB}}===
The helmet is gained by exchanging the Emblem of Erdrick in the shrine southwest of [[Tantegel Castle]]. It grants the Prince of Midenhall +20 defence.
Erdrick's sword, shield, and armour are available in this alternate timeline spin-off. The paraphernalia is referred to by the antiquated names not used since ''III'', and can be forged in the fifth chapter of the game.


====Shield of Erdrick====
==={{DQB2}}===
Erdrick's shield is found in the castle of [[Cannock]], watched over by an old sage in the center of the building's pond. The [[Golden Key]] is required to enter the tiny islet. Once obtained, the shield will boost Midenhall's defence by +30.
The three parts of the heraldry return for the sequel, but have simpler recopies to forge.


====Sword of Erdrick====
==={{DQTact}}===
The sword is once again found in Charlock castle, left there by the previous hero. Unlike the Armour, no one has attempted to restore the sword to it's original glory, and adds +40 attack as before.
Erdrick's sword and armour appear as S-rank equipment made available in the ''True Dragon Quest III'' event.


The sword can only be equipped by the Prince of Midenhall in the [[Nintendo Entertainment System|NES]], while the [[Prince of Cannock]] can also equip the sword in the [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|SF]] and all ports of the remake after.
==={{SSB5}}===
The sword, armour, helmet, and shield are available as Mii Swordfighter costume gear, and the Hero if III fights with the sword of kings and hero's shield equipped.


===''[[Dragon Quest III]]''===
==Miscellaneous==
====Auroral Armour====
===[[Sacred Amulet]]===
Found in the [[Tower West of Kol]], the radiant suit of mail will add +85 (+75 in the original) to the hero's defence, as well as the extra protection granted in the previous titles.  
Exclusive to {{Dragon Quest III}}, the amulet is given to the {{Hero 3}} by [[Rubiss]] and will grant +30 {{Luck}}, along with ''complete'' immunity to instant death and [[Kamikazee]].


====Ortega's Helmet====
===[[Erdrick's gauntlets]]===
When the player reaches the town of [[Muor]], they will witness a cutscene of a young boy mistaking the hero for their [[Ortega|father]]. After speaking with the villagers and learning of boy's attachment to Oretga, as well as the man's affect on the town as a whole, they can speak with the boy to receive the memento he left behind. In the [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|SF]] version, the helmet will add +30 defence, but offer no protection against debilitative magic. In the [[Game Boy|GBC]], however, the helmet will reduce the chance of being afflicted by [[snooze]], [[dazzle]], and [[sap]] by 50%. This aspect was removed in the subsequent mobile phone release.
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|icon=[[File:DQIX Erdricks gauntlets art.jpg]]
|description=High-grade gloves once graced by the hands of a legendary hero
|rarity=★★★★☆
|stats=Defence+25<br>Style+40
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|notes=Reduces accuracy of [[Spooky Aura]] and [[Divine Intervention]] by 20%
|price=N/A
|location=[[Krak Pot]]
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|i2=[[File:Glass fritIXicon.png|link=Glass frit]]<br>9 [[Glass frit|Glass frits]]
|i3=[[File:OrichalcumIXicon.png|link=Orichalcum]]<br> [[Orichalcum]]
}}
As {{Dragon Quest IX}} has split armor into three categories, the gauntlets that originally came with the auroral armor have become their own equipment for the game.


The helmet doesn't exist in the [[Nintendo Entertainment System|NES]] version.  In it's place is a novelty item called the [[water blaster]].
===[[Erdrick's Tablet]]===
[[file:DW1 ErdricksTablet.png|right|100px]]
Erdrick's tablet is found in the [[Erdrick's Cave|cave bearing his name]] north-west of Tantagel castle. It is a message he left for his descendants, detailing the means necessary to travel to the isle of evil in the center of Alefgard. The tablet only appears in the original 8-bit version of the first game, being replaced by a sprite depicting a large monolith that serves the same purpose in all subsequent versions.


====Hero's Shield====
The shield is located in the [[Nail Mark]] north by northwest of Tangegel castle. When equipped, it will boost the hero's defence by +65, and reduce magic/breath damage by 33%. When both the shield and armour are equipped, the shield's reduction properties will take effect after the armour's.


====Sword of Kings====
Legendary long before the events of ''Dragon Quest III'', it is said that it took [[Zoma]] three years to sunder the blade in twain. Because of this, the player must first locate a piece of Orichalcum and a smith of godly skill in order to restore the weapon. Once restored, the Sword of Kings will boost the hero's attack by +120, and will deafen a group of enemies with an earth-shaking [[Kaswoosh|thunderclap]] when used as an item in battle.


====Sacred Amulet====
==Trivia==
Given to the hero by [[Rubiss]], this accessory will grant +30 [[luck]], and ''complete'' immunity to instant death and [[kamikazee]]
*The iconography of Erdrick bears a distinct resemblance to [[Ramia]], appearing on the sword, shield, and armor of legend. Even the hero's emblem bears Ramia's visage, likely owning to her significance in ''III's'' chain of events.
*The overworld sprite of [[Ortega]] in the {{SFC}} Version shows him wearing a black helmet with a single strip of metal going vertically along the cranium, rather than the blue emblemized helmet seen in later sets of the Armor of Erdrick. This could imply that the helmet was modified after joining with the legendary gear.
*Some versions of the sword and shield have [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anglo-Saxon_runes Anglo-Saxon runes] inscribed on them.
** The runes on the sword read "Dragon Kuest", an approximation of ''Dragon Quest''. These runes first appeared on the sword in artwork for ''VIII''.
** The runes on the shield read "Roto", Erdrick's Japanese name. These runes first appeared on the shield in Famicon artwork.
 
==See also==
*[[Erdwin Equipment]]
*[[Saint's Equipment]]
*[[Zenithian Equipment]]
*[[Rusty suit]]


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<center><gallery>
JP_Roto_Sword_DQ_NES.png
DQ_Erdricks_Sword.png|{{Famicom}} art of the Sword
DQLA Roto1.jpg
DQII_Erdricks_Sword.png| Erdrick's sword in {{Dragon Quest II}}
DQLA rotoarms.jpg
DQVIII Erdricks sword.jpg|Erdrick's sword in the {{3DS}} version of {{Dragon Quest VIII}}
ErdrickArmor.png
File:Erdrick's sword IX artwork.png|Erdrick's sword in {{Dragon Quest IX}}
ErdrickHelmet.png
DQII Erdricks Shield.png|Famicom art of the Shield
</gallery>
File:Erdrick's shield IX artwork.png| Erdrick's shield in Dragon Quest IX
{{DQI}}
Erdrick's shield modern.png|Hero's shield
{{DQII}}
ErdrickArmor.png| Erdrick's armor
{{DQIII}}
Image:DQII Erdrick.png
DQIX_Erdricks_armour_art.jpg|Erdrick's armor in Dragon Quest IX
ErdrickHelmet.png| Erdrick's helmet
File:Erdrick's helmet IX artwork.png| Erdrick's helmet in Dragon Quest IX
DQIX_Erdricks_gauntlets_art.jpg|Erdrick's gauntlets in Dragon Quest IX
DQ Item Storybook Erdricks Sword.png
DQVIII_3DS_Erdricks_Sword.png|Sword - DQVIII - {{3DS}} version (Japan)
DQLA Roto1.jpg|
DQLA rotoarms.jpg|
Kenshin DQ Hero.png|Hero of ''[[Kenshin Dragon Quest]]'' holding Erdrick's sword.
Mobius FF Erdrick.png|The equipment in ''Mobius [[Final Fantasy]]''.
King of Darkness.png|[[King of Darkness]] holding Erdrick's sword and shield in {{DQB}}.
File:DQIIIHeroSSBU.png|The [[Hero (Dragon Quest III)|Hero]] wearing his sword and shield
SSBU Erdrick Equipment.jpg|A Mii Swordfighter wielding the Sword of Light and wearing Erdrick's armour.
</gallery></center>
 
==Reference==
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Latest revision as of 08:57, 5 April 2026

Life-sized replica of the set built for the 30th anniversary museum in 2016

The Erdrick Equipment is a set of powerful and crucially important items from the original trilogy of games. The equipment consists of the sword, shield, armour and helmet belonging to the legendary hero Erdrick.

In the first two games the items bear Erdrick's name as a part of his iconography, but in Dragon Quest III each piece has a distinct name: the Sword of Kings, Auroral Armour, and the Hero's Shield. No helmet exclusive to the hero existed in the original 8-bit version, but subsequent releases have added Ortega's Helm to fill in the gap.

Appearances[edit | edit source]

Dragon Quest[edit | edit source]

Erdrick's sword, armour, and mark debut in the seminal title, with the game's plot making the mark a mandatory acquisition. The sword and armour are entirely optional, albeit strongly recommended, and the fabled shield would not appear until the sequel. As helmets were not a distinct equipment type in the first game it is assumed that Erdrick's helm was included with the armour set.

The sword is held in the depths of the Dragonlord's Castle as a precaution on the scaled sovereign's part, and the armour is located in the ruins of Damdara where it is guarded by a knight aberrant. The mark is found in the fetid swamp south of Cantlin, being exactly 40 steps east and 70 steps south of Tantegel.

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

The sword is once more found in the Dragonlord's castle, watched over by his great-great-grandson. Though powerful, the sword will be eclipsed by several weapons the player encounters over the course of the adventure. The mail is found in the third floor of the chasm leading to Rendarak, in the bottom-rightmost section of the floor near a set of stairs. Erdrick's helmet is obtained by exchanging the Mark of Erdrick at the shrine southeast of Tantegel, and the mark itself being found in Midenhall behind a door requiring the golden key to open. The shield is found in the castle of Cannock, being watched over by an old man on a tiny islet. The golden key is required to open the door to gain access to it.

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

Due to taking place in the distant past, none of the heraldry bears Erdrick's name until the completion of the game. The Sword of Kings was destroyed by Zoma over the course of several years due to the demon king fearing its power, and must be reforged with an ingot of Orichalcum. This precious metal is found in the horse field of Damdara, and must be sold to the Jipangese blacksmith living in Kol. Once he is given the metal, the sword will be available for purchase.

The Auroral Armour is found in a chest in a hidden room in the Tower of Rubiss, and the Hero's Shield is found on the bottom floor of the Nail Mark northwest of Tantegel. Ortega's Helm was added to the game in the SNES remake, being given to the player by the people of Mur, giving the Hero a complete set of armour. What would become the mark of Erdrick is the Sacred Amulet, which is granted to the player upon the rescue of Rubiss.

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

The auroral helm was added to the legendary equipment in the HD remake, being the upgraded form of Ortega's helm that confirms the fan speculation of the latter becoming part of the set by matching the design of Erdrick's helmet. Of note is that it increases the power of the Zap-family of spells by 20% when worn, a distinct feature not seen in other legendary helmets.

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

Available only in the Nintendo 3DS version is "Ye Olde Sword of Erdrick", a rusty version of the mythical blade that is obtained via a download code first made available internationally on February 24, 2017. Players can reforge the tarnished slab by mixing it with the liquid metal sword and a lump of orichalcum in the Alchemy pot.

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

Erdrick's sword is the result of mixing the Rusty sword with nine Glass frits and one chunk of Orichalcum within Krak Pot. The rusty sword lays within a chest on the eighth floor of the Realm of the Mighty.

The suit of armour has been split into several pieces corresponding to the upper & lower body, hands, and head as per the system changes features in IX. These pieces of equipment are first obtained in dilapidated condition and are collectively referred to as the Rusty suit, along with the shield.

Dragon Quest Builders[edit | edit source]

Erdrick's sword, shield, and armour are available in this alternate timeline spin-off. The paraphernalia is referred to by the antiquated names not used since III, and can be forged in the fifth chapter of the game.

Dragon Quest Builders 2[edit | edit source]

The three parts of the heraldry return for the sequel, but have simpler recopies to forge.

Dragon Quest Tact[edit | edit source]

Erdrick's sword and armour appear as S-rank equipment made available in the True Dragon Quest III event.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate[edit | edit source]

The sword, armour, helmet, and shield are available as Mii Swordfighter costume gear, and the Hero if III fights with the sword of kings and hero's shield equipped.

Miscellaneous[edit | edit source]

Sacred Amulet[edit | edit source]

Exclusive to Dragon Quest III, the amulet is given to the Hero by Rubiss and will grant +30 Luck, along with complete immunity to instant death and Kamikazee.

Erdrick's gauntlets[edit | edit source]

Erdrick's gauntlets
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
Description
High-grade gloves once graced by the hands of a legendary hero
Rarity Stats Vocations
★★★★☆ Defence+25
Style+40
Notes
Reduces accuracy of Spooky Aura and Divine Intervention by 20%
Price Location
N/A Krak Pot
Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3

Rusty gauntlets

9 Glass frits

Orichalcum

As Dragon Quest IX has split armor into three categories, the gauntlets that originally came with the auroral armor have become their own equipment for the game.

Erdrick's Tablet[edit | edit source]

Erdrick's tablet is found in the cave bearing his name north-west of Tantagel castle. It is a message he left for his descendants, detailing the means necessary to travel to the isle of evil in the center of Alefgard. The tablet only appears in the original 8-bit version of the first game, being replaced by a sprite depicting a large monolith that serves the same purpose in all subsequent versions.


Trivia[edit | edit source]

  • The iconography of Erdrick bears a distinct resemblance to Ramia, appearing on the sword, shield, and armor of legend. Even the hero's emblem bears Ramia's visage, likely owning to her significance in III's chain of events.
  • The overworld sprite of Ortega in the SFC Version shows him wearing a black helmet with a single strip of metal going vertically along the cranium, rather than the blue emblemized helmet seen in later sets of the Armor of Erdrick. This could imply that the helmet was modified after joining with the legendary gear.
  • Some versions of the sword and shield have Anglo-Saxon runes inscribed on them.
    • The runes on the sword read "Dragon Kuest", an approximation of Dragon Quest. These runes first appeared on the sword in artwork for VIII.
    • The runes on the shield read "Roto", Erdrick's Japanese name. These runes first appeared on the shield in Famicon artwork.

See also[edit | edit source]

Gallery[edit | edit source]

Reference[edit | edit source]