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{{Monster Infobox
{{Monster Infobox
|title=Loss leader
|title=Loss leader
|image=[[File:Loss leader modern artwork.png|200px]]
|image=[[File:Loss leader modern artwork.png|300px]]
|caption=Art by [[Akira Toriyama]]
|caption=Art by [[Akira Toriyama]]
|kanji=サタンの将軍
|kanji=サタンジェネラル
|romanji=Satan no shōgun
|romanji=Satan Jeneraru
|translation=Satan general
|old=None
|old=None
|firstappear=''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''
|firstappear=''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''
|monster1=[[Abject terror]]<br>[[Bathysfear]]<br>[[Darkest despair]]<br>[[Daviyaga]]<br>[[Dhuran]]<br>[[Indignus]]<br>[[Master commander]]<br>[[Nokturnus]]<br>[[Red giant]]<br>[[Ultra marine]]
}}
}}
The '''loss leader''' is a monster which was first encountered in ''[[Dragon Quest VI|Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation]]''.
 
The '''Loss leader''' is a recurring monster in the {{DQSeries}} which was first encountered in ''[[Dragon Quest VI|Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation]]''. It is a powerful general in the Demon Lord's army of monsters.


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
The loss leader resembles a well-built male human with a green skintone.
The loss leader resembles a physically-fit, male human with a green skintone and whited out eyes.
He wears a dark, simple armor that doesn't cover much of its body. This attire is completed with an orange cape.
He wears a minimal set of dark armor that doesn't cover much of its body, consisting of wide pauldrons, small metal plates that only cover the side of his chest, boots, vambraces, and a metal fauld covering a pair of black briefs. This attire is completed with a long red cape around his neck. In his right hand, he wields a double-bladed weapon. This weapon is similar to its armor and has a metallic handgrip and two sharp, curved metallic blades in each extreme.
He also wields a double-bladed weapon. This weapon is similar to its armor and has a metallic handgrip and two sharp, metallic blades in each extreme.
In battle he boasts fast and furious fists, hitting foes four times in quick succession. He is also knowledgeable in magic, being most recurring spell being the Frizz line.
In battle he boasts fast and furious fists, hitting foes four times in quick succession. He's also armed with awesome spells in the form of firey '''Kafrizzle''' and the ability to launch a towering pyre of fire.
{{Clear}}
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==Appearances==
==Appearances==
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{{DQ6Enemy
{{DQ6Enemy
|name=Loss leader
|name=Loss leader
|kanji=  
|kanji=サタンジェネラル
|romanji=
|romanji=Satan Jeneraru
|sprite=[[Image:Satansgeneral.gif]]
|sprite=[[Image:Satansgeneral.gif]]
|hp=568
|hp=568
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|agility=137
|agility=137
|tameRate=NA
|tameRate=NA
|bestiaryNumber=163
|bestiaryNumber=#163
|spells=[[Kafrizzle]]<br>[[Kazing]]<br>[[Insulatle]]
|spells=[[Kafrizz|Kafrizzle]]<br>[[Kazing]]<br>[[Insulatle]]
|skills=[[Multifists]]<br>[[Pyre o' Fire]]
|skills=[[Multifists]]<br>[[Pyre o' Fire]]
|locations=
|locations=[[Mortamor's Dreadlair]]
|items=[[Metal king helm]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|items=[[Metal king helm]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|evasion=1/64
|evasion={{fraction|1|64}}
|frizz-resist=0%
|frizz-resist=0%
|sizz-resist=60%
|sizz-resist=60%
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|cool-breath-resist=60%
|cool-breath-resist=60%
|strike-resist=60%
|strike-resist=60%
|burning-breath-resist=
|burning-breath-resist=100%
|army-resist=
|army-resist=50%
|remake-sprites=[[File:Loss leader VI DS.png]]
|remake-sprites=[[File:Loss leader VI DS.png]]
}}
}}


==={{DQ11}}===
==={{DQ11}}===
{{Stub}}
{{DQ11Enemy
A highly decorated general in the army of an ancient evil, brought back by the dread power of the Dark One.
|name=Loss leader
|kanji=サタンジェネラル
|romanji=Satan Jeneraru
|bestiaryNumber=#385
|family={{Demon}}
|description=A highly decorated general in the army of an ancient evil, brought back by the dread power of the [[Calasmos|Dark One]].
|sprite=[[Image:Loss leader XI sprite.png]]
|hp=1,073
|mp=33
|attack=427
|defense=388
|agility=156
|exp=2,614
|gold=473
|spells=[[Kafrizz]]
|skills=[[Inferno Slash]]<br>[[Gigathrow]]
|items=[[Ethereal stone]]{{fraction|1|16}}<br>[[Liquid metal helm]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|locations=[[Fortress of Fear]] (second act)
|evasion=N/a
|fire-resist=50%
|ice-resist=25%
|wind-resist=25%
|rock-resist=25%
|light-resist=-125%
|dark-resist=25%
|zap-resist=-110%
|drain-resist=0%
|whack-resist=100%
|poof-resist=100%
|poison-resist=0%
|paralysis-resist=50%
|fuddle-resist=50%
|snooze-resist=50%
|dazzle-resist=50%
|sap-resist=0%
|blunt-resist=0%
|deceleratle-resist=0%
|spooky-aura-anthamatize-resist=0%
|fizzle-resist=25%
|stun-resist=99%
|stumble-resist=50%
|charm-resist=100%
|beguile-resist=100%
|double-down-resist=0%
|elemental-resist=0%
}}
====Malicious variant====
{{DQ11Enemy
|name=Malicious loss leader
|kanji=サタンジェネラル・邪
|romanji={{tt|Satan Jeneraru・ja|Satan general・evil}}
|bestiaryNumber=#494
|family={{Demon}}
|description=Loss leaders who have morphed into a truly malevolent form under the malign influence of infinite evil.
|sprite=[[Image:Loss leader XI sprite.png]]
|hp=1,422
|mp=55
|attack=452
|defense=441
|agility=176
|exp=2,927
|gold=516
|spells=[[Kafrizz]]
|skills=[[Inferno Slash]]<br>[[Gigathrow]]
|items=[[Ethereal stone]]{{fraction|1|16}}<br>[[Liquid metal helm]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|locations=[[Gallopolis Region]] (third act, night only)<br>[[The Costa Valor]] (third act, night only)<br>[[The Other Side]] (third act)
|evasion=N/a
|fire-resist=50%
|ice-resist=25%
|wind-resist=25%
|rock-resist=25%
|light-resist=-125%
|dark-resist=25%
|zap-resist=-110%
|drain-resist=0%
|whack-resist=100%
|poof-resist=100%
|poison-resist=0%
|paralysis-resist=50%
|fuddle-resist=50%
|snooze-resist=50%
|dazzle-resist=50%
|sap-resist=0%
|blunt-resist=0%
|deceleratle-resist=0%
|spooky-aura-anthamatize-resist=0%
|fizzle-resist=50%
|stun-resist=99%
|stumble-resist=50%
|charm-resist=100%
|beguile-resist=100%
|double-down-resist=0%
|elemental-resist=0%
}}


==={{DQH2}}===
==={{DQH2}}===
{{DQH2Enemy
{{DQH2Enemy
|name=Loss leader
|name=Loss leader
|kanji=
|kanji=サタンジェネラル
|romaji={{tt||}}
|romaji={{tt|Satan Jeneraru|Satan general}}
|listNumber=161
|listNumber=#161
|fieldNotes=The undisputed champion of the underworld. His mastery of magic and martial arts is a result of his tireless training. He cuts a fine figure in his crimson cape—a monstrous matador who makes all the other monsters say 'olé!'
|fieldNotes=The undisputed champion of the underworld. His mastery of magic and martial arts is a result of his tireless training. He cuts a fine figure in his crimson cape—a monstrous matador who makes all the other monsters say 'olé!'
|image=[[File:Loss leader DQH2.png|100px]]
|image=[[File:Loss leader DQH2.png|100px]]
|exp=55000
|exp=55,000
|gold=800<span style="font-variant: small-caps;">g</span>
|gold=800<span style="font-variant: small-caps;">g</span>
|markedVersion=Yes
|markedVersion=Yes
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}}
}}


==Similar Species==
==={{DQTreasures}}===
* [[Dhuran]]
{{DQTreasuresEnemy
* [[Nokturnus]]
|name=Loss leader
|kanji=サタンジェネラル
|romanji=Satan Jeneraru
|sprite=[[File:Loss leader DQTR portrait.jpg|100px]]
|forte=Scan
|treasure=3
|safekeeping=95%
|bestiaryNumber=#66
|family={{Demon}}
|trivia=Huge demon warriors, proud and stately<br>With their king dethroned they need a new one greatly<br>They've been staring at bonfires and mumbling lately...
|food=[[File:Beefy brisket DQTR icon.png|link=Beefy brisket|50px]][[File:Beefier brisket DQTR icon.png|link=Beefier brisket|70px]][[File:Detax draught dqtr icon.png|link=Detox draught|50px]][[File:Double detox draught dqtr icon.png|link=Double detox draught|70px]]
|habitats=[[The Hinterquarters]], see below
|items=[[File:Princely powder dqtr icon.png|link=Princely powder|50px]][[File:Magic beast horn dqtr icon.png|link=Magic beast horn|50px]]
|hp1=65
|mp1=10
|strength1=22
|defence1=8
|deftness1=5
|magic1=7
|hp2=1,064
|mp2=180
|strength2=476
|defence2=383
|deftness2=375
|magic2=333
|ability1=[[Electroslash]]
|ability2=[[Excalibur]]
|ability3=[[Gigaslash]]
|ability4=[[Kasizzle]]
|ability5=[[Meditation]]
|ability6=[[Unrelenting Force]]
|daname=[[Dark Machinations]]
|target=Area
|element=Dark & Slash
|trait1=[[List of traits in Dragon Quest Treasures|Debilitator]]
|trait2=[[List of traits in Dragon Quest Treasures|Healthy Advantage]]
|trait3=[[List of traits in Dragon Quest Treasures|Lone Wolf]]
|trait4=[[List of traits in Dragon Quest Treasures|Paragon]]
|trait5=[[List of traits in Dragon Quest Treasures|Slim Pickings]]
|fire-resist=Quite strong
|water-resist=Strong
|wind-resist=Quite strong
|earth-resist=Weak
|explosion-resist=Quite strong
|ice-resist=Quite strong
|electricity-resist=Weak
|gravity-resist=Weak
|light-resist=Weak
|dark-resist=Strong
|slash-resist=Normal
|impact-resist=Normal
|piercing-resist=Normal
|sleep-resist=Strong
|stun-resist=Quite strong
|poison-resist=Weak
|debilitation-resist=Quite strong
}}
 
 
==Etymology==
In marketing terms, a [[Wikipedia:loss leader|loss leader]] is a pricing strategy in which a product is sold below its market cost in order to stimulate the sales of more profitable goods and services.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
DQVI Loss leader artwork.png|Vintage artwork, circa 1995
DQVI Loss leader artwork.png|Vintage artwork, circa 1995
DQXI Loss leader.jpg|''XI'' polygon model
DQXI Malicious loss leader.jpg|A malicious loss leader
DQSB Satan General.jpg|''Scan Battlers'' card
</gallery>
</gallery>


[[Category:Demons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VI enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VI enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest XI enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest XI enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes II enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes II enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3 Pro enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Treasures enemies]]
[[fr:Gouvernator]]

Latest revision as of 20:49, 24 September 2026

The Loss leader is a recurring monster in the Dragon Quest series which was first encountered in Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation. It is a powerful general in the Demon Lord's army of monsters.

Characteristics[edit | edit source]

The loss leader resembles a physically-fit, male human with a green skintone and whited out eyes. He wears a minimal set of dark armor that doesn't cover much of its body, consisting of wide pauldrons, small metal plates that only cover the side of his chest, boots, vambraces, and a metal fauld covering a pair of black briefs. This attire is completed with a long red cape around his neck. In his right hand, he wields a double-bladed weapon. This weapon is similar to its armor and has a metallic handgrip and two sharp, curved metallic blades in each extreme. In battle he boasts fast and furious fists, hitting foes four times in quick succession. He is also knowledgeable in magic, being most recurring spell being the Frizz line.

Appearances[edit | edit source]

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

Loss leader (サタンジェネラル, Satan Jeneraru )
Big Book of Beasts No. : #163
Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation
Sprites Attributes
SFC Remakes HP MP EXP Gold Attack Defence Agility Evasion
568 90 1800 252 275 127 137 1⁄64
Resistances
Frizz Sizz Fire Breath Bang Crack Cool Breath Woosh Rock Zap Whack Paralysis
0% 60% 60% 60% 60% 60% 60% 60% 25% 100% 100%
Army Poison Stun Poof Dazzle Sleep Fizzle Fuddle Sap Drain Magic Ban Dance
50% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 50% 100% 15% 50% 100%
Additional information
Spells Skills Locations Dropped item
Kafrizzle
Kazing
Insulatle 		Multifists
Pyre o' Fire 		Mortamor's Dreadlair Metal king helm1⁄256
Notable changes in the remakes None


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

Loss leader (サタンジェネラル, Satan Jeneraru )
Defeated Monster List No. : #385
Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age
Image Attributes
Family HP MP EXP Gold Attack Defence Agility
Demon 1,073 33 2,614 473 427 388 156
Resistances
Fire Ice Wind Lightning Earth Dark Light MP Theft Insta-Death
50% 25% 25% -110% 25% 25% -125% 0% 100%
Poof Dazzle Fizzle Confusion Paralysis Poison Sleep Blunt Deceleratle
100% 50% 25% 50% 50% 0% 50% 0% 0%
Sap Spooky Aura Stumble Stun Charm Beguilement Double Down Elem Res Down
0% 0% 50% 99% 100% 100% 0% 0%
Additional information
Spells Skills Locations Dropped item
Kafrizz Inferno Slash
Gigathrow 		Fortress of Fear (second act) Ethereal stone1⁄16
Liquid metal helm1⁄256
Description A highly decorated general in the army of an ancient evil, brought back by the dread power of the Dark One.

Malicious variant[edit | edit source]

Malicious loss leader (サタンジェネラル・邪, Satan Jeneraru・ja )
Defeated Monster List No. : #494
Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age
Image Attributes
Family HP MP EXP Gold Attack Defence Agility
Demon 1,422 55 2,927 516 452 441 176
Resistances
Fire Ice Wind Lightning Earth Dark Light MP Theft Insta-Death
50% 25% 25% -110% 25% 25% -125% 0% 100%
Poof Dazzle Fizzle Confusion Paralysis Poison Sleep Blunt Deceleratle
100% 50% 50% 50% 50% 0% 50% 0% 0%
Sap Spooky Aura Stumble Stun Charm Beguilement Double Down Elem Res Down
0% 0% 50% 99% 100% 100% 0% 0%
Additional information
Spells Skills Locations Dropped item
Kafrizz Inferno Slash
Gigathrow 		Gallopolis Region (third act, night only)
The Costa Valor (third act, night only)
The Other Side (third act) 		Ethereal stone1⁄16
Liquid metal helm1⁄256
Description Loss leaders who have morphed into a truly malevolent form under the malign influence of infinite evil.


Dragon Quest Heroes II[edit | edit source]

Loss leader (サタンジェネラル Satan Jeneraru))
Defeated Monster List No. : #161
Dragon Quest Heroes II: Twin Kings and the Prophecy's End
Model Experience Gold Marked Version?
55,000 800g Yes
Field Notes The undisputed champion of the underworld. His mastery of magic and martial arts is a result of his tireless training. He cuts a fine figure in his crimson cape—a monstrous matador who makes all the other monsters say 'olé!'
Location(s) Blacka Pastures
Item(s) Dropped Finessence, Champion's choker

Dragon Quest Treasures[edit | edit source]

Loss leader (サタンジェネラル, Satan Jeneraru )
Bestiary number: #66
Icon Attributes
Family Min. HP Min. MP Min. Attack Min. Defence Min. Agility Min. Magic
Demon 65 10 22 8 5 7
Treasure
Capacity 		Safekeeping
Score 		Max HP Max MP Max Attack Max Defence Max Agility Max Magic
3 95% 1,064 180 476 383 375 333
Resistances
Fire Water Wind Earth Explosion
Ice 		Electricity Gravity Light Dark Slash Impact Piercing Sleep Stun Poison Debilitation
Quite strong Strong Quite strong Weak Quite strong Quite strong Weak Weak Weak Strong Normal Normal Normal Strong Quite strong Weak Quite strong
Additional information
Abilities* Electroslash, Excalibur, Gigaslash, Kasizzle, Meditation, Unrelenting Force
Traits Debilitator, Healthy Advantage, Lone Wolf, Paragon, Slim Pickings
Dragon Attack Dark Machinations
Description Huge demon warriors, proud and stately
With their king dethroned they need a new one greatly
They've been staring at bonfires and mumbling lately...
Habitat The Hinterquarters, see below
Favorite Foods
Items


Etymology[edit | edit source]

In marketing terms, a loss leader is a pricing strategy in which a product is sold below its market cost in order to stimulate the sales of more profitable goods and services.

Gallery[edit | edit source]

  • Vintage artwork, circa 1995
    Vintage artwork, circa 1995
  • XI polygon model
    XI polygon model
  • A malicious loss leader
    A malicious loss leader
  • Scan Battlers card
    Scan Battlers card
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