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|title = Pearly Gates

|image = [[File:16-bit Pearly Gates.png|250px]]

|japanese = グランドクロス

|japanese = {{tt|グランドクロス|Grand Cross}}

|romaji = ~~Grand Cross~~

|romaji = Gurandokurosu

|type = Offensive

|old=~~Multicut~~

|old=MultiCut

}}

'''Pearly Gates''' is a powerful ~~skill~~ that deals ~~wind~~-~~type~~ damage to a group of enemies. ~~It deals between 180~210 damage in every~~ game it ~~has appeared in~~, ~~with an~~ additional damage ~~dealt~~ to [[Undead family|zombie-like]] ~~monsters before any woosh resistance is applied~~.

'''Pearly Gates''', also known as '''Grand Cross''', is a powerful ability that deals Wind-elemental damage to a group of enemies. Depending on the game, it is classified as either a skill or a spell. The exact damage output varies between titles, but it always inflicts additional damage to [[Undead family|zombie-like]] {{MFamilies}}s.

==Appearances==

===''[[~~Dragon Quest VI~~]]''===

==={{DQTAoD}}===

Pearly Gates is only learned by mastering the [[Paladin]] vocation, and costs 20 MP to use. It deals 30% more damage to the undead.

Grand Cross retains its Japanese name in most localisations and is [[Hyunckel]]'s most powerful, but also most dangerous, technique - using a cross-shaped object as a medium, he can convert his own life force into an extremely destructive blast of Holy Aura.

This attack has also been used by its inventor [[Avan]] and later imitated by [[Hym]], though only someone with Hyunckel's uncanny ability to come back from the verge of death is able to use it as a practical combat technique; Avan demonstrates the technique only at small scale and claims that he would die if he used it at full power, while Hym's first usage destroys both of his arms.

==={{DQ6}}===

Pearly Gates deals 180~210 [[Woosh]] damage to a group of enemies and is only learned by mastering the [[Paladin]] vocation, and costs 20 {{MP}} to use. It deals 30% more damage to the {{Undead}}.

[[Nokturnus]] can use it in the battle against the {{Party 6}}.

==={{DQ7}}===

Pearly Gates functions identically as before, and is learned by mastering the [[Paladin]] and [[Black bishop (vocation)|Black bishop]] vocations, along with rank 3 of the [[Champion]] in the {{3DS}} version. [[Sir Mervyn]] will display a unique animation when performing the technique in the remake.

==={{DQ8}}===

Pearly Gates is classified as a spell in this installment, which [[Angelo]] can use after allocating 100 skill points into his Charisma skill. It deals an additional 50% damage to the {{Undead}} now, easily justifying the 20 {{MP}} cost in the post-game bonus dungeon.

The animation was changed from the usual cross slash of wind to a blast of energy being summoned from below the target in the international versions of the game, likely due to [[Square Enix]] not wanting to risk offending religious sensitivities.

*[[Marcello]] also uses the spell when the {{Party 8}} fights him as a boss, as well as in his [[Marcello in Memoriam|Memories Lane incarnation]]. When he uses it, it still uses the original cross slash animation from the Japanese version of the game that envelops the party in blasts of holy light.

==={{DQ9}}===

Due to the religious anxiety described above, Pearly Gates has effectively been replaced with the thematically similar [[Solar Flair]]. The fact that Solar Flair is the [[Skill Manuals|vocational scroll skill]] of the [[Paladin]]s in {{IX}} further connects the two skills.

==={{DQ10}}===

Pearly Gates is an enemy-only skill that can be used by both [[Dhuran]] and [[Nokturnus]]. It inflicts 250% strength wind-elemental physical damage twice to all characters in a wide area centered around a target.

==={{DQ11}}===

[[Rab]] will master Pearly Gates just before rejoining the party near the beginning of Act 2. Pearly Gates deals great Wind-elemental damage to all enemies, at 135~165 base and 265~295 cap when Rab's {{Strength}} reaches 200, and is classified as a skill once again. In addition to dealing 50% extra damage to the {{Undead}}, Pearly Gates also has a 20% chance to lower [[Zap]] resistance one stage. The reason for this new trait, outside of battle utility, is likely due to [[Rab]]'s mission of supporting the {{Luminary}}.

*Pearly Gates returns to being a cross-shaped attack as before, but the animation for the skill is now tilted to more resemble an X than a Greek cross, and is also aimed at the battleground itself instead of the enemies to further mask the holy implication.

==={{DQM}}===

Known as '''MultiCut''' in this game, it requires the {{MFamilies}} to reach level 28 with 154 {{HP}}, 140 {{MP}}, 168 {{Attack}}, 168 {{Agility}} and 148 {{Intelligence}}. It is naturally learned by the [[Balzack|Balzak]], [[Hades' Condor|MadCondor]] and [[Ethereal serpent|SkyDragon]]. It can also be learned by {{MFamilies}}s with the [[Undead Undoer|ZombieCut]] and [[Thin Air|Vacuum]] skills, and deals 180~210 wind damage with +30% to [[Undead family|Zombies]].

==={{DQM2}}===

MultiCut now requires 572 {{Intelligence}} to learn, but otherwise retains the same properties as before. It is naturally learned by [[Genosidoh]].

==={{DQMJ2}}===

Pearly Gates is classified as a spell and can be learned with 100 points in [[Aquarion (skill)|Aquarion]] or [[Canzar (skill)|Canzar]]. It deals 171~220 damage to all enemies for 34 {{MP}}, and uses the [[Zap]] and Woosh elements simultaneously by defaulting to the least-resisted element for damage calculation.

==={{DQM3D}}===

==={{DQM23D}}===

==={{DQMJ3}}===

==={{DQM3}}===

Pearly Gates is classified as a spell, and costs 60 MP. It is Light-element and has a base power of 180, dealing an average of 610 damage at 3,999 wisdom, and will deal an extra 30% damage to the undead. It is learned through the [[Cleric]], [[Heretic]], [[Nokturnus (Talent)|Nokturnus]], [[Ramia (Talent)|Ramia]], [[Sovereign]], and [[Vaudevillain]] talents.

==={{DQH2}}===

{{quote|style=1|quote='''''Let me show you how it's done.'''''|source=|console=|bgcolor=fa8072}}

Pearly Gates appears as [[Angelo]]'s [[Coup de Grâce]] when he is in High [[Tension]] mode. He draws out an arrow and draws a cross with it making either a gold cross shape or an orb of holy light depending on the game's regional version. [[Angelo]] then fires that arrow to launch what's formed at the enemies in front of him that then explodes with holy light and winds.

==={{DQTreasures}}===

Pearly Gates is learned by [[deserted armour]]s, [[lethal armour]]s, [[restless armour]]s, and [[tanzaknight]]s, but only by the fashionable members of each species that wear a distinct costume. The skill deals tremendous Light-element damage to one enemy.

===~~''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''~~===

==={{DQTact}}===

Pearly Gates ~~functions identically as before, and is~~ learned by ~~mastering the Paladin~~ and [[~~Black Bishop (Class)|Black Bishop~~]] ~~vocations, along with rank 3~~ of the [[~~Champion~~]] ~~in the 3DS version~~. [[~~Sir Mervyn~~]] ~~will display a unique animation when performing the technique~~ in ~~the remake.~~

Pearly Gates can be learned by [[Nokturnus]] at level 36 and costs 60 {{MP}} to use. It inflicts 250% potency [[Woosh]]-type physical damage to all enemies in a plus sign-shaped area of effect in front of him. Upgrading the skill increases its damage and reduces the amount of {{MP}} it costs to use.

{{DQTactSkill

|name=Pearly Gates

|kanji=グランドクロス

|romanji=Gurandokurosu

|role=Attack

|type=Physical

|element=[[Image:DQTact Woosh.png]]

|mp=60

|range=[[Image:DQTact RangeFrontCross.png|48px]]<br>Front

|status=None

|description=Deals [[Woosh]]-type physical damage (250% potency) to all enemies in area of effect

|monsters=[[Nokturnus]]

}}

===~~''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''~~===

==={{AHB}}===

~~Pearly Gates is classified~~ as a ~~spell in this installment, which~~ [[~~Angelo~~]] ~~can use after allocating 100 skill points into his Charisma skill. It deals an additional 50% damage to the undead now~~, ~~easily justifying~~ the ~~20 MP cost in the post-game bonus dungeon~~.

Grand Cross appears as a special move for [[Avan]] and [[Hyunckel (A Hero's Bonds)|Hyunckel]], as well as the Luminary Leader.

~~The animation was changed from the usual cross slash of wind to~~ a ~~blast of energy being summoned from below the target in the international versions of the game, likely due to Square~~-~~Enix not wanting to risk offending religious sensitivities~~.

*Avan's version is a long-range attack that inflicts piercing physical Light damage over a small area and raises all allies' Magical {{Defence}} temporarily. It can be acquired by obtaining the [[Aurora blade|Sword of Light]] from Treasure Hunts.

* [[~~Marcello~~]] ~~also uses~~ the ~~spell when~~ the ~~party fights him as a boss~~. ~~When he uses it, it still uses~~ the ~~original cross slash animation~~ from the ~~Japanese version~~ of ~~the game that envelops the party in blasts~~ of ~~holy light~~.

*Hyunckel's version is a long-range attack that inflicts piercing physical Light damage over a wide area and raises the user's Physical Attack temporarily, with the effect being stronger if the user's {{HP}} is 50% or lower. It becomes more powerful if the target is Wounded. It can be acquired by obtaining the Sacred Lance from Treasure Hunts. On March 1st, 2023, the development team gave all players a gift of 10 Grand Cross Scrolls as part of a Support Campaign to take on difficult quests.

===''[[~~Dragon Quest IX~~]]'~~'===~~

==Trivia==

~~Due~~ to the ~~religious anxiety described above~~, Pearly Gates ~~has effectively been replaced with the thematically similar~~ [[~~Solar Flair~~]]~~. The fact~~ that ~~Solar Flair is~~ the ~~[[Skill Manuals|vocational scroll skill]] of~~ the ~~Paladins~~ in ~~''IX'' further connects~~ the ~~two skills~~.

*Pearly Gates' Japanese name, Grand Cross, gives a clue to its origins: prior to the on-screen display of spells in {{V}}, [[Kaswoosh]] (Bagicross) was illustrated in art and media as being a cross-shaped slash of divine wind. When [[Kaswoosh]]'s depiction permanently shifted to that of a tornado, the cross slash concept was revived for {{VI}}.

*In pre-release screenshots for {{VIII}}, the in-game text for Pearly Gates stated that "[[Angelo]] prays and makes a sign of the trident!", referencing the trident-shaped crosses that appear in the game, although the message was changed in the game proper.

==Battle ~~Visuals~~==

==Battle visuals==

~~==Battle Visuals==~~

{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:DQ6-SNES-Pearly-Gates.gif]]|game={{DQ6}}|platform=~~SNES~~}}

{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:DQ6-SNES-Pearly-Gates.gif]]|game={{DQ6}}|platform={{SFC}}}}

{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:DQ7-PSX-Pearly-Gates.gif]]|game={{DQ7}}|platform=PSX}}

{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:DQ7-PSX-Pearly-Gates.gif]]|game={{DQ7}}|platform={{PSX}}}}

{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:~~DQ8-PS2-~~Pearly-Gates~~-Japanese~~.gif]]|game={{~~DQ8~~}}|platform=~~PS2, Japanese~~}}

{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQM gba.gif]]|game=''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart]]''|platform={{GBA}}}}

{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQMJ2.gif]]|game={{DQMJ2}}|platform={{DS}}}}

{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates zenithia trilogy DS.gif]]|game=''[[Zenithia Trilogy]]''|platform={{DS}}}}

</center>

<br>

{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQVII 3DS.gif]]|game={{DQ7}}|platform=3DS}}

{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:DQ8-PS2-Pearly-Gates-Japanese.gif]]|game={{DQ8}}|platform={{PS2}}, Japanese}}

{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly_gates_VIII_ps2_international.gif]]|game={{DQ8}}|platform={{PS2}}, International}}

{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQXI 2D.gif]]|game={{DQ11}}|platform=Switch, 2D}}

{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQXI 3D.gif]]|game={{DQ11}}|platform=Switch, 3D}}

{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQM 3DS.gif]]|game={{DQM3D}}|platform=3DS}}

{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQMJ3.gif]]|game={{DQMJ3}}|platform=3DS}}

{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly gates DQMTDP.gif]]|game={{DQM3}}|platform=Switch}}

</center>

==Gallery==

DQH2 Angelo Pearly Gates.jpg|Angelo performing Pearly Gates as his [[Coup de Grâce]] in the Japanese version of {{Heroes II}}.

DQR Grand Cross.png|{{Rivals}} card.

AHB Grand Cross.png|Avan's skill icon for Grand Cross in {{A Hero's Bonds}}.

AHB Grand Cross Hyunckel.png|Hyunckel's skill icon for Grand Cross in {{A Hero's Bonds}}.

</gallery></center>

~~==Trivia==~~

Pearly Gates' Japanese name, Grand Cross, gives a clue to its origins: prior to the on-screen display of spells in ''V'', Kaswoosh (Bagicross) was illustrated in art and media as being a cross-shaped slash of divine wind. When Kaswoosh's depiction permanently shifted to that of a tornado, the cross slash concept was revived for ''VI''.

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 |title = Pearly Gates
 |image = [[File:16-bit Pearly Gates.png|250px]]
-|japanese = グランドクロス
+|japanese = {{tt|グランドクロス|Grand Cross}}
-|romaji = Grand Cross
+|romaji = Gurandokurosu
 |type = Offensive
-|old=Multicut
+|old=MultiCut
 }}
-'''Pearly Gates''' is a powerful skill that deals wind-type damage to a group of enemies. It deals between 180~210 damage in every game it has appeared in, with an additional damage dealt to [[Undead family|zombie-like]] monsters before any woosh resistance is applied.
+'''Pearly Gates''', also known as '''Grand Cross''', is a powerful ability that deals Wind-elemental damage to a group of enemies. Depending on the game, it is classified as either a skill or a spell. The exact damage output varies between titles, but it always inflicts additional damage to [[Undead family|zombie-like]] {{MFamilies}}s.
 ==Appearances==
-===''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''===
+==={{DQTAoD}}===
-Pearly Gates is only learned by mastering the [[Paladin]] vocation, and costs 20 MP to use. It deals 30% more damage to the undead.
+Grand Cross retains its Japanese name in most localisations and is [[Hyunckel]]'s most powerful, but also most dangerous, technique - using a cross-shaped object as a medium, he can convert his own life force into an extremely destructive blast of Holy Aura.
+This attack has also been used by its inventor [[Avan]] and later imitated by [[Hym]], though only someone with Hyunckel's uncanny ability to come back from the verge of death is able to use it as a practical combat technique; Avan demonstrates the technique only at small scale and claims that he would die if he used it at full power, while Hym's first usage destroys both of his arms.
+==={{DQ6}}===
+Pearly Gates deals 180~210 [[Woosh]] damage to a group of enemies and is only learned by mastering the [[Paladin]] vocation, and costs 20 {{MP}} to use. It deals 30% more damage to the {{Undead}}.
+[[Nokturnus]] can use it in the battle against the {{Party 6}}.
+==={{DQ7}}===
+Pearly Gates functions identically as before, and is learned by mastering the [[Paladin]] and [[Black bishop (vocation)|Black bishop]] vocations, along with rank 3 of the [[Champion]] in the {{3DS}} version. [[Sir Mervyn]] will display a unique animation when performing the technique in the remake.
+==={{DQ8}}===
+Pearly Gates is classified as a spell in this installment, which [[Angelo]] can use after allocating 100 skill points into his Charisma skill. It deals an additional 50% damage to the {{Undead}} now, easily justifying the 20 {{MP}} cost in the post-game bonus dungeon.
+The animation was changed from the usual cross slash of wind to a blast of energy being summoned from below the target in the international versions of the game, likely due to [[Square Enix]] not wanting to risk offending religious sensitivities.
+*[[Marcello]] also uses the spell when the {{Party 8}} fights him as a boss, as well as in his [[Marcello in Memoriam|Memories Lane incarnation]]. When he uses it, it still uses the original cross slash animation from the Japanese version of the game that envelops the party in blasts of holy light.
+==={{DQ9}}===
+Due to the religious anxiety described above, Pearly Gates has effectively been replaced with the thematically similar [[Solar Flair]]. The fact that Solar Flair is the [[Skill Manuals|vocational scroll skill]] of the [[Paladin]]s in {{IX}} further connects the two skills.
+==={{DQ10}}===
+Pearly Gates is an enemy-only skill that can be used by both [[Dhuran]] and [[Nokturnus]]. It inflicts 250% strength wind-elemental physical damage twice to all characters in a wide area centered around a target.
+==={{DQ11}}===
+[[Rab]] will master Pearly Gates just before rejoining the party near the beginning of Act 2. Pearly Gates deals great Wind-elemental damage to all enemies, at 135~165 base and 265~295 cap when Rab's {{Strength}} reaches 200, and is classified as a skill once again. In addition to dealing 50% extra damage to the {{Undead}}, Pearly Gates also has a 20% chance to lower [[Zap]] resistance one stage. The reason for this new trait, outside of battle utility, is likely due to [[Rab]]'s mission of supporting the {{Luminary}}.
+*Pearly Gates returns to being a cross-shaped attack as before, but the animation for the skill is now tilted to more resemble an X than a Greek cross, and is also aimed at the battleground itself instead of the enemies to further mask the holy implication.
+==={{DQM}}===
+Known as '''MultiCut''' in this game, it requires the {{MFamilies}} to reach level 28 with 154 {{HP}}, 140 {{MP}}, 168 {{Attack}}, 168 {{Agility}} and 148 {{Intelligence}}. It is naturally learned by the [[Balzack|Balzak]], [[Hades' Condor|MadCondor]] and [[Ethereal serpent|SkyDragon]]. It can also be learned by {{MFamilies}}s with the [[Undead Undoer|ZombieCut]] and [[Thin Air|Vacuum]] skills, and deals 180~210 wind damage with +30% to [[Undead family|Zombies]].
+==={{DQM2}}===
+MultiCut now requires 572 {{Intelligence}} to learn, but otherwise retains the same properties as before. It is naturally learned by [[Genosidoh]].
+==={{DQMJ2}}===
+Pearly Gates is classified as a spell and can be learned with 100 points in [[Aquarion (skill)|Aquarion]] or [[Canzar (skill)|Canzar]]. It deals 171~220 damage to all enemies for 34 {{MP}}, and uses the [[Zap]] and Woosh elements simultaneously by defaulting to the least-resisted element for damage calculation.
+==={{DQM3D}}===
+{{Stub}}
+==={{DQM23D}}===
+{{Stub}}
+==={{DQMJ3}}===
+{{Stub}}
+==={{DQM3}}===
+Pearly Gates is classified as a spell, and costs 60 MP. It is Light-element and has a base power of 180, dealing an average of 610 damage at 3,999 wisdom, and will deal an extra 30% damage to the undead. It is learned through the [[Cleric]], [[Heretic]], [[Nokturnus (Talent)|Nokturnus]], [[Ramia (Talent)|Ramia]], [[Sovereign]], and [[Vaudevillain]] talents.
+==={{DQH2}}===
+{{quote|style=1|quote='''''Let me show you how it's done.'''''|source=|console=|bgcolor=fa8072}}
+Pearly Gates appears as [[Angelo]]'s [[Coup de Grâce]] when he is in High [[Tension]] mode. He draws out an arrow and draws a cross with it making either a gold cross shape or an orb of holy light depending on the game's regional version. [[Angelo]] then fires that arrow to launch what's formed at the enemies in front of him that then explodes with holy light and winds.
+==={{DQTreasures}}===
+Pearly Gates is learned by [[deserted armour]]s, [[lethal armour]]s, [[restless armour]]s, and [[tanzaknight]]s, but only by the fashionable members of each species that wear a distinct costume. The skill deals tremendous Light-element damage to one enemy.
-===''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''===
+==={{DQTact}}===
-Pearly Gates functions identically as before, and is learned by mastering the Paladin and [[Black Bishop (Class)|Black Bishop]] vocations, along with rank 3 of the [[Champion]] in the 3DS version. [[Sir Mervyn]] will display a unique animation when performing the technique in the remake.
+Pearly Gates can be learned by [[Nokturnus]] at level 36 and costs 60 {{MP}} to use. It inflicts 250% potency [[Woosh]]-type physical damage to all enemies in a plus sign-shaped area of effect in front of him. Upgrading the skill increases its damage and reduces the amount of {{MP}} it costs to use.
+{{DQTactSkill
+|name=Pearly Gates
+|kanji=グランドクロス
+|romanji=Gurandokurosu
+|role=Attack
+|type=Physical
+|element=[[Image:DQTact Woosh.png]]
+|mp=60
+|range=[[Image:DQTact RangeFrontCross.png|48px]]<br>Front
+|status=None
+|description=Deals [[Woosh]]-type physical damage (250% potency) to all enemies in area of effect
+|monsters=[[Nokturnus]]
+}}
-===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
+==={{AHB}}===
-Pearly Gates is classified as a spell in this installment, which [[Angelo]] can use after allocating 100 skill points into his Charisma skill. It deals an additional 50% damage to the undead now, easily justifying the 20 MP cost in the post-game bonus dungeon.
+Grand Cross appears as a special move for [[Avan]] and [[Hyunckel (A Hero's Bonds)|Hyunckel]], as well as the Luminary Leader.
-The animation was changed from the usual cross slash of wind to a blast of energy being summoned from below the target in the international versions of the game, likely due to Square-Enix not wanting to risk offending religious sensitivities.
+*Avan's version is a long-range attack that inflicts piercing physical Light damage over a small area and raises all allies' Magical {{Defence}} temporarily. It can be acquired by obtaining the [[Aurora blade|Sword of Light]] from Treasure Hunts.
-* [[Marcello]] also uses the spell when the party fights him as a boss. When he uses it, it still uses the original cross slash animation from the Japanese version of the game that envelops the party in blasts of holy light.
+*Hyunckel's version is a long-range attack that inflicts piercing physical Light damage over a wide area and raises the user's Physical Attack temporarily, with the effect being stronger if the user's {{HP}} is 50% or lower. It becomes more powerful if the target is Wounded. It can be acquired by obtaining the Sacred Lance from Treasure Hunts. On March 1st, 2023, the development team gave all players a gift of 10 Grand Cross Scrolls as part of a Support Campaign to take on difficult quests.
-===''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''===
+==Trivia==
-Due to the religious anxiety described above, Pearly Gates has effectively been replaced with the thematically similar [[Solar Flair]]. The fact that Solar Flair is the [[Skill Manuals|vocational scroll skill]] of the Paladins in ''IX'' further connects the two skills.
+*Pearly Gates' Japanese name, Grand Cross, gives a clue to its origins: prior to the on-screen display of spells in {{V}}, [[Kaswoosh]] (Bagicross) was illustrated in art and media as being a cross-shaped slash of divine wind. When [[Kaswoosh]]'s depiction permanently shifted to that of a tornado, the cross slash concept was revived for {{VI}}.
+*In pre-release screenshots for {{VIII}}, the in-game text for Pearly Gates stated that "[[Angelo]] prays and makes a sign of the trident!", referencing the trident-shaped crosses that appear in the game, although the message was changed in the game proper.
-==Battle Visuals==
+==Battle visuals==
-==Battle Visuals==
+<center>
 {{ScreenshotGallery/Start}}
-{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:DQ6-SNES-Pearly-Gates.gif]]|game={{DQ6}}|platform=SNES}}
+{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:DQ6-SNES-Pearly-Gates.gif]]|game={{DQ6}}|platform={{SFC}}}}
-{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:DQ7-PSX-Pearly-Gates.gif]]|game={{DQ7}}|platform=PSX}}
+{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:DQ7-PSX-Pearly-Gates.gif]]|game={{DQ7}}|platform={{PSX}}}}
-{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:DQ8-PS2-Pearly-Gates-Japanese.gif]]|game={{DQ8}}|platform=PS2, Japanese}}
+{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQM gba.gif]]|game=''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart]]''|platform={{GBA}}}}
+{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQMJ2.gif]]|game={{DQMJ2}}|platform={{DS}}}}
+{{ScreenshotGallery/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates zenithia trilogy DS.gif]]|game=''[[Zenithia Trilogy]]''|platform={{DS}}}}
 {{ScreenshotGallery/End}}
+</center>
+<br>
+<center>
+{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Start}}
+{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQVII 3DS.gif]]|game={{DQ7}}|platform=3DS}}
+{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:DQ8-PS2-Pearly-Gates-Japanese.gif]]|game={{DQ8}}|platform={{PS2}}, Japanese}}
+{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly_gates_VIII_ps2_international.gif]]|game={{DQ8}}|platform={{PS2}}, International}}
+{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQXI 2D.gif]]|game={{DQ11}}|platform=Switch, 2D}}
+{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQXI 3D.gif]]|game={{DQ11}}|platform=Switch, 3D}}
+{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQM 3DS.gif]]|game={{DQM3D}}|platform=3DS}}
+{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly Gates DQMJ3.gif]]|game={{DQMJ3}}|platform=3DS}}
+{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/Item|image=[[File:Pearly gates DQMTDP.gif]]|game={{DQM3}}|platform=Switch}}
+{{ScreenshotGalleryXL/End}}
+</center>
+==Gallery==
+<center><gallery>
+DQH2 Angelo Pearly Gates.jpg|Angelo performing Pearly Gates as his [[Coup de Grâce]] in the Japanese version of {{Heroes II}}.
+DQR Grand Cross.png|{{Rivals}} card.
+AHB Grand Cross.png|Avan's skill icon for Grand Cross in {{A Hero's Bonds}}.
+AHB Grand Cross Hyunckel.png|Hyunckel's skill icon for Grand Cross in {{A Hero's Bonds}}.
+</gallery></center>
+{{clear}}
-==Trivia==
-Pearly Gates' Japanese name, Grand Cross, gives a clue to its origins: prior to the on-screen display of spells in ''V'', Kaswoosh (Bagicross) was illustrated in art and media as being a cross-shaped slash of divine wind. When Kaswoosh's depiction permanently shifted to that of a tornado, the cross slash concept was revived for ''VI''.
 {{DQSkills}}
+{{DQSpells}}
 [[Category:Skills]]
-[[Category:Wind Skills]]
+[[Category:Spells]]
+[[Category:Light skills]]
+[[Category:Light spells]]
+[[Category:Wind skills]]
+[[Category:Wind spells]]
+[[Category:Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai skills]]
 [[Category:Dragon Quest VI skills]]
 [[Category:Dragon Quest VII skills]]
-[[Category:Dragon Quest VIII skills]]
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+[[Category:Dragon Quest X enemy skills]]
+[[Category:Dragon Quest XI skills]]
+[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters skills]]
+[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters 2 skills]]
+[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2 spells]]
+[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland 3D skills]]
+[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters 2: Iru and Luca's Marvelous Mysterious Key skills]]
+[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3 spells]]
+[[Category:Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince spells]]
+[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes II Coup de Grâce]]
+[[Category:Dragon Quest Treasures skills]]
+[[Category:Dragon Quest Tact skills]]
+[[Category:A Hero's Bonds skills]]
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