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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 [[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-precieved relationship between [[Small fry|Small Fries]] and [[Great Dragon]]s.
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 [[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-precieved 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 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 in the PS2 version.


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 Hacksauri have a high regard for physical strength, and will respect anyone who bests them in battle.
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===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
{{Enemy
''Giant axe-toting dragons. Fond of using their scorching flame-breath to roast hapless travelers.''
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|image=[[Image:Hacksaurus DQVIII PS2.png]]
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|sprite=[[Image:Hacksaurus DQVIII PS2.png]]
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|droppedItem=[[Dragon scale]] (common)<br>[[Dragon dung]] (rare)
|spells=None
|skills=[[Flame Breath]]<br>[[Falcon Slash]]
|skills=[[Flame Breath]]<br>[[Falcon Slash]]
|spells=
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|description=Giant axe-toting dragons. Fond of using their sorching flame-breath to roast hapless travellers.
|locations=[[Arcadia Region]]<br>[[Royal Hunting Grounds]]
|locations=[[Arcadia Region]]<br>[[Royal Hunting Grounds]]
|}}
|items=[[Dragon scale]]{{fraction|1|32}}<br>[[Dragon dung]]{{fraction|1|64}}
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.
|evasion={{fraction|0|64}}
|attack-resist=0%
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|dance-resist=100%
|sap-resist=15%
|drain-resist=100%
|remake-sprite=
|remake-changes=
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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 she 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.


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===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart]]''===
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===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2]]''===
===''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2]]''===
The hacksaurus is a Rank C monster in ''Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2''.
The hacksaurus is a Rank C monster in ''Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2''.
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|locations=}}
|locations=}}
====''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''====
====''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''====
{{Enemy
{{DQ8Enemy
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|name=
|image=[[Image:Tyrantosaurus DQVIII PS2.png]]
|kanji=  
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|game=''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''
|console=PS2
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|romanji=
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|hp=208
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|mp=0
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|attack=187
|attack=187
|defense=146
|defense=146
|agility=108
|agility=108
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|skills=[[Scorch]]
|spells=
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|bestiaryNumber=182
|bestiaryNumber=182
|description=A dragon warrior. Use magic to defend yourself against fire, lest you be consumed by their searing flame breath.
|family=[[Dragon family|Dragon]]
|spells=None
|skills=Ferocious blow (250% damage)<br>[[Scorch]]
|locations=[[Dragon Graveyard]]<br>[[Isolated Plateau]]
|locations=[[Dragon Graveyard]]<br>[[Isolated Plateau]]
|}}
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|grapple-resist=0%
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|dance-resist=100%
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}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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Image:Hacksaurus DQM2 GBC.png
Image:Hacksaurus DQM2 GBC.png
Image:Hacksaurus DQMCH GBA.png
Image:Hacksaurus DQMCH GBA.png
Image:Terry vs lizzie.jpg
Image:Terry vs lizzie.jpg|Terry confronting Lizzie
File:DQHRS T-Rax.png|T-Rax tank in ''[[Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime|Rocket Slime]]''
File:DQHRS T-Rax.png|T-Rax tank in ''[[Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime|Rocket Slime]]''
Image:Axesaurus.png|The Axesaurus
Image:Axesaurus.png|The Axesaurus
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File:DQHRS Argonaut.png|Argonaut tank in ''Rocket Slime''
File:DQHRS Argonaut.png|Argonaut tank in ''Rocket Slime''
</gallery></center>
</gallery></center>
[[Category:Dragons]]
[[Category:Dinosaurs]]
[[Category:Dinosaurs]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VI enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VI enemies]]
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