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<center><small>'''An enormous fork that looks as if it belongs on a giant's dinner table!'''<br>(Description when selecting the Battle fork in {{PS2}} {{Dragon Quest VIII}}.)</small></center>
{{Item
{{Item
|title=''Battle fork''
|title=Battle fork
|image=[[File:BattleFork.png|220px]]
|image=[[File:BattleFork.png|275px]]
|japanese=バトルフォーク
|japanese=バトルフォーク
|romaji = Batoru fuoku
|romaji={{tt|Batoru fōku|Battle fork}}
|names=None
|names=None
|games={{Dragon Quest VIII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest IX}}<br>{{Dragon Quest X}}<br>{{Dragon Quest XI}}
|games={{Dragon Quest VIII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest IX}}<br>{{Dragon Quest X}}<br>{{Dragon Quest XI}}<br>{{Dragon Quest Heroes}}<br>{{Dragon Quest Heroes II}}<br>{{DQTreasures}}<br>''[[Dragon Quest: Scan Battlers|Dragon Quest: Monster Battle Scanner]]''<br>{{DQWalk}}
|buy=Varies
|effect=Inflicts increased damage to {{Aquatic}} monsters. (''IX'' only)<br>Inflicts increased damage to [[Nature family]] monsters. (''XI'' only)
|sell=Varies
|effect=Extra damage to fish (post {{IX}})
}}
}}


The '''Battle fork''' is a recurring {{Spear}} in the {{DQSeries}}.
The '''Battle fork''' is a recurring [[Spear Weapon Family|spear]] in the {{DQSeries}}. It is a large pitchfork converted into a weapon, typically used by the likes of monsters such as [[Imp]]s and [[Archdemon]]s.
 
Prior to being available to players, it was associated with the [[Imp]]s, [[Minidemon]]s, and [[Wimp]]s.  


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
==={{DQ8}}===
==={{DQ8}}===
The Battle fork has an {{Attack}} bonus of +42 and can only be equipped by The {{Hero 8}}. It cannot be bought but is found in [[Argonia]] behind a door requiring the [[Ultimate Key]], dropped by [[Archdemon]]s at 1/256, and by [[Belial]]s at 1/128.
{{Descriptions
 
|DQ8=An enormous fork that looks as if it belongs on a giant's dinner table!<ref>Sony PlayStation 2, Mobile, and Nintendo 3DS versions.</ref>
The Battle fork can be upgraded into a [[Demon spear]] through [[alchemy]] with a [[Devil's tail]] and a [[Poison needle]]. It may be sold for 3,300 [[gold]] coins.
}}
The Battle fork has an {{Attack}} bonus of +42 and can only be equipped by the {{Hero 8}}. It cannot be purchased anywhere, but one can be found in the treasure room at [[Argonia]]'s Castle after the events at the [[Royal Hunting Ground]] in a chest requiring the [[Magic key]] to open. It can also be dropped rarely by [[Archdemon]]s and [[Belial]]s. The spear can be sold for 3,300 gold. It can be upgraded further into a [[Demon spear]] with the [[Alchemy Pot]].
{{Alchemyitemrecipe
|item=[[Image:DQVIII Demon spear.png|32px|link=Demon spear]]<br>Demon spear
|i1=[[Image:DQVIII Battle fork.png|32px|Battle fork]]<br>Battle fork
|i2=[[Image:DQVIII Poison needle.png|32px|link=Poison needle]]<br>Poison needle
|i3=[[Image:DQVIII Devil tail.png|32px|link=Devil's tail]]<br>Devil's tail
}}


==={{DQ9}}===
==={{DQ9}}===
{{Equipment|header|image=|name=Battle fork|console=}}
{{DQIXEquipment
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★☆☆☆☆}}
|header=[[Image:DQIX Trident.png|Battle fork]]
{{Equipment|stat|name={{Attack}}|modifier=+47}}
|name=Battle fork
{{Equipment|footer|buyPrice=3,900 [[gold]] coins|sellPrice=1,950 [[gold]] coins|equipableBy=[[Paladin]]s, [[Priest]]s, [[Warrior]]s, Omnivocational master
|icon=[[Image:Battle fork IX artwork.png|250px]]
{{Equipment|stat|name=Found|modifier=Sold in [[Bloomingdale]] & [[Gleeba]]}}
|description=A fair-sized fork that makes short work of aquatic enemies.<ref>Nintendo DS version.</ref>
|flavor=A fair-sized fork that makes short work of aquatic enemies|notes=120% damage to aquatic monsters<br>Upgrades into the [[Trident]]|class=Spear}}
|rarity=★☆☆☆☆
|stats=Attack +47
|vocation=[[File:IXwarrioricon.png|link=Warrior]][[File:IXpriesticon.png|link=Priest]][[File:IXPaladinicon.png|link=Paladin]]
|notes=Inflicts 120% damage to Aquatic monsters.<br>Upgrades into [[Trident]].
|price=3,900 / 1,950
|location=Sold at [[Bloomingdale]] and [[Gleeba]].
|i1=-
|i2=-
|i3=-
}}
In this game, the battle fork can be upgraded further twice with the help of alchemy.


==={{DQ10}}===
==={{DQ10}}===
{{Stub}}
The Battle fork has an {{Attack}} bonus of +32, a {{Style}} bonus of +4, increases the wielder's Weight by 17, and increases the chance of landing a [[critical hit]] by 1%. It has an equipment level of 21 and can be equipped by [[Priest]]s, [[Martial Artist]]s, [[Paladin]]s, [[Item Master]]s, and [[Imp]] monster companions, as well as [[Hussar]] in the {{Offline}} version of the game.
 
It can be crafted by a weapon blacksmith or with the [[Fun-Size Forge]]. Starting with Version 6.2 of the Online version, the spear became easier to craft.
*Recipe: [[Iron ore]] x6 + [[Witherwood]] x5


==={{DQ11}}===
==={{DQ11}}===
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|name=<big><big>Battle fork</big></big>
|name=<big><big>Battle fork</big></big>
|icon=[[File:Battle fork xi icon.png]]
|icon=[[File:Battle fork xi icon.png]]
|description=A triple-tined spear with a more agreeable than average critical hit rate
|description=A triple-tined spear with a more agreeable than average critical hit rate.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.</ref>
|rarity=<big><big>E</big></big>
|rarity=<big><big>E</big></big>
|stats=Attack +47/49/51/56<br>Parry chance +2%<br>Critical Hit chance +1
|stats=Attack +47/49/51/56<br>Parry Chance +2%<br>Critical Hit Chance +1%
|notes=+20% damage to members of the [[Nature family]]
|notes=+20% damage to [[Nature family]] monsters<br>Requires 6 [[Perfectionist's pearl]]s to rework.
|price=2,700/1,350
|price=2,700 / 1,350
|location=Sold in [[Octagonia]], [[Puerto Valor]], & the [[Costa Valor]] campsite
|location=Sold at [[the Costa Valor]] roving emporium and the weapon shops at [[Octagonia]] and [[Puerto Valor]].
|diff=2/10
|diff=★☆☆☆☆
|i1=[[Beast bone]] x2, [[Witherwood]] x1, [[Yellow eye]] x1
|i1=[[Image:Beast bone xi icon.png|50px|link=Beast bone]] x2 + [[Image:Witherwood xi icon.png|50px|link=Witherwood]] + [[Image:Yellow eye xi icon.png|50px|link=Yellow eye]]
|character=[[File:Serena sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Serena (Dragon Quest XI)]][[File:Jade sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Jade]]
|character=[[File:Serena sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Serena (Dragon Quest XI)]][[File:Jade sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Jade]]
}}
}}
The forging guide for the battle fork is the ''[[List of fun-size forge recipe book locations in Dragon Quest XI|Cutting-Edge Kit]]'', which is the reward for completing quest #9 at the checkpoint between the [[Gallopolis]] desert and the [[Laguna di Gondolia]].
The {{Recipe Book 11}} '''Cutting-Edge Kit''' contains the recipe for the battle fork. It is received as a reward for completing Quest #9 at the checkpoint between the [[Gallopolis Region]] and the [[Laguna di Gondolia]].


==={{DQH}}===
==={{DQH}}===
The Battle fork has an {{Attack}} bonus of +43. It can be bought for 4,200 [[gold]] coins and sold for 2,100 [[gold]] coins. [[Kiryl]] can equip it.
The Battle fork has an {{Attack}} bonus of +43, a Blocking bonus of +8, and can only be equipped by [[Kiryl]]. It can be purchased for 4,200 gold on the Stonecloud after the events at [[Colissea]] and sold for 2,100 gold.
{{Descriptions
|DQH=A three-pronged polearm perfect for poking foes.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.</ref>
}}
 
==={{DQTreasures}}===
The Battle fork is Treasure No. 135 in the Weapons category and can be found on [[Cinderback Ridge]]. Its base value is 390,000 gold. The design featured in the game is the original design from ''Dragon Quest VIII''.
{{Descriptions
|DQTR=A fork forged for fighting on battlefields and at furious feasts.<ref>Nintendo Switch and Steam versions.</ref>
}}
 
==={{DQWalk}}===
The Battle fork is a 4★ spear with an {{Attack}} bonus of +29 at level 1. It allows the wielder to use [[Cattle Prod]]. It gains the ability to inflict additional damage to [[Dragon family|Dragons]], as well as [[dazzle]] enemies when its weapon level increases.
 
==In Other Languages==
{{OtherLanguages
|es=Tridente de guerra|es-meaning=Spanish for "war trident".
|fr=Fourche de combat|fr-meaning=French for "combat fork".
|de=Kampfgabel|de-meaning=German for "battle fork".
|it=Forcone da battaglia|it-meaning=Italian for "battle fork".
}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
<center><gallery>
File:Battle fork IX artwork.png|Artwork from {{IX}}.
File:Battle fork IX artwork.png|Artwork from {{IX}}.
DQH Battle fork.png|''Heroes'' icon
Battle fork treasures icon.jpg|''Treasures'' icon
</gallery></center>
</gallery></center>
==References==
<references/>
{{clear}}


{{DQWeapons}}
{{DQWeapons}}
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[[Category:Dragon Quest XI weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest XI weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes II weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Treasures weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Walk weapons]]
[[fr:Fourche de combat]]

Revision as of 16:09, 25 May 2024

Battle fork
Japanese バトルフォーク
Romaji Batoru fōku
Old localisations None
Found in Dragon Quest VIII
Dragon Quest IX
Dragon Quest X
Dragon Quest XI
Dragon Quest Heroes
Dragon Quest Heroes II
Dragon Quest Treasures
Dragon Quest: Monster Battle Scanner
Dragon Quest Walk
Effect Inflicts increased damage to Aquatic monsters. (IX only)
Inflicts increased damage to Nature family monsters. (XI only)

The Battle fork is a recurring spear in the Dragon Quest series. It is a large pitchfork converted into a weapon, typically used by the likes of monsters such as Imps and Archdemons.

Appearances

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King

GameDescription
An enormous fork that looks as if it belongs on a giant's dinner table![1]

The Battle fork has an Attack bonus of +42 and can only be equipped by the Hero. It cannot be purchased anywhere, but one can be found in the treasure room at Argonia's Castle after the events at the Royal Hunting Ground in a chest requiring the Magic key to open. It can also be dropped rarely by Archdemons and Belials. The spear can be sold for 3,300 gold. It can be upgraded further into a Demon spear with the Alchemy Pot.

Item Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3

Demon spear		 Battle fork
Battle fork
Poison needle
Devil's tail


Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies

Battle fork Battle fork
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
Description
A fair-sized fork that makes short work of aquatic enemies.[2]
Rarity Stats Vocations
★☆☆☆☆ Attack +47
Notes
Inflicts 120% damage to Aquatic monsters.
Upgrades into Trident.
Price Location
3,900 / 1,950 Sold at Bloomingdale and Gleeba.
Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
- - -

In this game, the battle fork can be upgraded further twice with the help of alchemy.

Dragon Quest X

The Battle fork has an Attack bonus of +32, a Style bonus of +4, increases the wielder's Weight by 17, and increases the chance of landing a critical hit by 1%. It has an equipment level of 21 and can be equipped by Priests, Martial Artists, Paladins, Item Masters, and Imp monster companions, as well as Hussar in the Offline version of the game.

It can be crafted by a weapon blacksmith or with the Fun-Size Forge. Starting with Version 6.2 of the Online version, the spear became easier to craft.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

Battle fork
Description
A triple-tined spear with a more agreeable than average critical hit rate.[3]
Rarity
E
Stats (Base/+1/2/3)
Attack +47/49/51/56
Parry Chance +2%
Critical Hit Chance +1%
Notes
+20% damage to Nature family monsters
Requires 6 Perfectionist's pearls to rework.
Price (Buy/Sell) Location
2,700 / 1,350 Sold at the Costa Valor roving emporium and the weapon shops at Octagonia and Puerto Valor.
Forging Difficulty
★☆☆☆☆
Ingredients
x2 + +
Characters

The recipe book Cutting-Edge Kit contains the recipe for the battle fork. It is received as a reward for completing Quest #9 at the checkpoint between the Gallopolis Region and the Laguna di Gondolia.

Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below

The Battle fork has an Attack bonus of +43, a Blocking bonus of +8, and can only be equipped by Kiryl. It can be purchased for 4,200 gold on the Stonecloud after the events at Colissea and sold for 2,100 gold.

GameDescription
A three-pronged polearm perfect for poking foes.[4]

Dragon Quest Treasures

The Battle fork is Treasure No. 135 in the Weapons category and can be found on Cinderback Ridge. Its base value is 390,000 gold. The design featured in the game is the original design from Dragon Quest VIII.

GameDescription
A fork forged for fighting on battlefields and at furious feasts.[5]

Dragon Quest Walk

The Battle fork is a 4★ spear with an Attack bonus of +29 at level 1. It allows the wielder to use Cattle Prod. It gains the ability to inflict additional damage to Dragons, as well as dazzle enemies when its weapon level increases.

In Other Languages

Language Translation Meaning
EspañolTridente de guerraSpanish for "war trident".
FrançaisFourche de combatFrench for "combat fork".
DeutschKampfgabelGerman for "battle fork".
ItalianoForcone da battagliaItalian for "battle fork".

Gallery

  • Artwork from IX.
    Artwork from IX.
  • Heroes icon
    Heroes icon
  • Treasures icon
    Treasures icon

References

  1. ↑ Sony PlayStation 2, Mobile, and Nintendo 3DS versions.
  2. ↑ Nintendo DS version.
  3. ↑ Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.
  4. ↑ Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.
  5. ↑ Nintendo Switch and Steam versions.

Template:DQWeapons

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