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The '''Hacksaurus''' is a recurring monster in the ''[[Dragon Quest series|Dragon Quest]]'' series. Introduced in ''[[Dragon Quest VI]]'', they are depicted as a mix between a tyrannosaurid dinosaur and a traditional European dragon wielding a broad axe.
The '''Hacksaurus''' is a recurring monster in the {{DQSeries}}. Introduced in {{DQ6}}, they are depicted as a mix between a tyrannosaurid dinosaur and a traditional European dragon wielding a broad axe.


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
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 (DQVI)|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-perceived 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 in the PS2 version.
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 [[Sony PlayStation#PlayStation 2|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.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===''[[Dragon Quest VI]]''===
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===''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''===
==={{DQ7}}===
Hacksaurus appears as the boss of the DLC Tablets "Here be Dragons" and "Scary Lair" in the [[Nintendo 3DS]] Version of the game.
Hacksaurus appears as the boss of the [[DLC Tablets]] "Here be Dragons" and "Scary Lair" in the [[Nintendo 3DS]] Version of the game.


===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
==={{DQ8}}===
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.
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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The Hacksaurus is a Rank C monster in ''Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2''.
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The Hacksaurus is a Rank C monster in this game.
The Hacksaurus is a Rank C monster in ''Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2''.
 
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The Hacksaurus is a Rank C monster in this game.
 
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Revision as of 19:17, 23 February 2020

The Hacksaurus is a recurring monster in the Dragon Quest series. Introduced in Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation, they are depicted as a mix between a tyrannosaurid dinosaur and a traditional European dragon wielding a broad axe.

Characteristics

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 Diethons 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-perceived relationship between Small Fries and Great dragons.

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.

Appearances

Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation

Hacksaurus
Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation
Original (SFC)
Sprite
Bestiary No.
157
Recruit Rate
Na
Experience *
698
Gold
110
HP *
416
MP
0
Attack
290
Defence
100
Agility
115
Evasion
0%
Spell(s)
None
Location(s)
Item(s) dropped
Seed of strength1⁄256
Frizz resistance *
25%
Sizz resistance *
60%
Fire Breath resistance *
60%
Bang resistance *
60%
Crack resistance *
0%
Ice Breath resistance *
0%
Woosh resistance *
100%
Strike/Rock resistance *
0%
Zap resistance *
0%
Drain Magic resistance *
100%
Whack resistance *
100%
Poof resistance *
100%
Ban Dance resistance
100%
Dazzle resistance *
80%
Fizzle resistance
100%
Fuddle resistance *
50%
Paralysis resistance *
100%
Poison resistance *
15%
Snooze resistance *
100%
Stun resistance *
50%
Sap resistance *
15%
Army resistance *
0%
Remakes (DS, Mobile)
Sprites
Notable Changes
None

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past

Hacksaurus appears as the boss of the DLC Tablets "Here be Dragons" and "Scary Lair" in the Nintendo 3DS Version of the game.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King

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.

Hacksaurus (バトルレックス batoru rekkusu)
Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King
Bestiary No. Family
150 Dragon
Experience Gold HP MP
216 55 171 0
Attack Defense Agility Evasion
155 108 65 0⁄64
In-Game Description Giant axe-toting dragons. Fond of using their scorching flame-breath to roast hapless travelers.
Spell(s) None
Skill(s) Flame Breath
Falcon Slash
Location(s) Arcadia Region
Royal Hunting Ground
Item(s) Dropped Dragon's scale (1⁄32)
Dragon dung (1⁄64)
Attack Resistance Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath
Resistance *
0% 50% 50% 50%
Bang Resistance * Crack Resistance * Ice breath
Resistance *		 Woosh Resistance *
0% 0% 0% 25%
Strike/Rock Resistance * Zap Resistance * Drain Magic Resistance Whack Resistance *
0% 0% 100% 50%
Ban Dance Resistance Dazzle Resistance Fizzle Resistance Fuddle Resistance *
100% 50% 100% 100%
Paralysis Resistance * Poison Resistance * Snooze resistance * Stun Resistance *
50% 15% 50% 50%
Sap Resistance *
15%
Army Resistance *
0%
Ports (3DS, Mobile)
Notable Changes
None

Dragon Quest Monsters

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Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart

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Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker

The Hacksaurus is a Rank C monster in this game.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2

The Hacksaurus is a Rank C monster in this game.

Dragon Quest Heroes II

Hacksaurus (バトルレックス Batoru rekkusu)
Dragon Quest Heroes II: Twin Kings and the Prophecy's End
Model Experience Gold Marked Version?
976 145g Yes
List No. 056
Field Notes Reptilian rogues who like nothing more than to flambé foes with blazing breath and then cut them into cubes.
They're known to admire enemies deft enough to defeat them, and are often found fighting for former foes.
Location(s) Redrock Ravine
Item(s) Dropped Small scale, Titan belt

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