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'''Helichopter''' is a recurring skill in the {{DQSeries}}. It allows the user to damage a group of enemies by swinging wildly in a wide circular motion with a [[Greatsword (weapon type)|greatsword]] or other weapon.
'''Helichopter''' is a skill in the series.
 
==Characteristics==
The skill allows the user to damage a group of enemies by swinging wildly in a wide circular motion with a [[Greatsword (weapon type)|greatsword]] or other weapon.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
==={{DQ3HD}}===
==={{DQ3HD}}===
Helichopter was retroactively added to the 2024 remake as a [[Merchant]] skill, learned at level 26 if their wisdom exceeds 72 points. It deals 90~95% Strike-element damage to a group of enemies, and costs 8 {{MP}}.
Helichopter can be learned by [[Merchant]] starting at level 26 if their {{Wisdom}} exceeds 72 points. It costs 8 MP to use and inflicts 90~95% Strike-element damage to a single group of enemies.
 
==={{DQ10}}===
==={{DQ10}}===
Helichopter can be learned by [[Warrior]]s, [[Gladiator]]s and [[Monster Master]]s by investing 35 points into their Greatswords skill. It costs 4 MP to perform, and it deals normal damage to all enemies in the immediate vicinity around the user. In Version 3.4 of the game, Helichopter now deals 168% of normal attack damage.
Helichopter can be learned by [[Warrior|Warriors]], [[Gladiator|Gladiators]] and [[Monster Wrangler|Monster Wranglers]] by investing 35 points into their Greatswords skill. It costs 4 MP to perform, and it deals normal damage to all enemies in the immediate vicinity around the user. In Version 3.4 of the game, Helichopter now deals 168% of normal attack damage.
* In the {{Offline}} version of the game, the {{Hero 10}} and [[Hussar]] can learn Helichopter through the ''Greatswords'' panel in their character builders for 5 skill points, with Hussar already knowing the skill when he joins the party. It deals 168% normal attack damage to a single group of enemies. The damage can be increased further with skill-up panels.
* In the {{Offline}} version of the game, the {{Hero 10}} and [[Hussar]] can learn Helichopter through the ''Greatswords'' panel in their Character Builders for 5 skill points, with Hussar already knowing the skill when he joins the party. It deals 168% normal attack damage to a single group of enemies. The damage can be increased further with skill-up panels.


==={{DQ11}}===
==={{DQ11}}===
The {{Hero 11}} and [[Hendrik]] can learn Helichopter through ''Greatswords'' panel in their character builders for 7 skill points, costing 4 MP to use. It consistently deals the same amount of damage as a normal attack to a group of enemies.
The {{Hero 11}} and [[Hendrik]] can learn Helichopter through ''Greatswords'' panel in their Character Builders for 7 skill points, costing 4 MP to use. It consistently deals the same amount of damage as a normal attack to a group of enemies.
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==={{DQTact}}===
==={{DQTact}}===
Helichopter is known naturally by [[brownie]]s, [[green dragon]]s, [[hammerhood]]s, [[hoodlum]]s, [[Mandrake mercenary|mandrake mercenaries]], [[troll]]s, and [[wooper trooper]]s at level 1 and can be learned by [[golem]]s and [[wild beast]] at level 16. It costs 7 MP to use and inflicts 110% potency physical damage to all enemies in a radius of 1 around the user. Helichopter can also be taught to any unit by using an ability scroll.
Helichopter is known naturally by [[Brownie]], [[Green dragon]], [[Hammerhood]], [[Hoodlum]], [[Mandrake mercenary]], [[Troll]], and [[Wooper trooper]] at level 1 and can be learned by [[Golem]] and [[Wild beast]] at level 16. It costs 7 MP to use and inflicts 110% potency physical damage to all enemies in a radius of 1 around the user. Helichopter can also be taught to any non-Hero unit by using an ability scroll.


There are also several variations of the skill that deal elemental damage, including [[Burning Helichopter]], [[Firetwister]], [[Frigidtwister]], [[Lightning Whorl]], [[Booming Helichopter]], and [[Hellichopter]].
There are also several variations of the skill that deal elemental damage, including [[Burning Helichopter]], [[Firetwister]], [[Frigidtwister]], [[Lightning Whorl]], [[Booming Helichopter]], and [[Hellichopter]].
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==={{AHB}}===
==={{AHB}}===
Helichopter appeared as an axe skill for [[Crocodine]] and the [[Luminary Leader]] as a [[Warrior]] wielding an axe. It would deal physical Slash damage in a medium area of effect.
Helichopter is an axe skill that can be used by [[Crocodine]] and the [[Luminary Leader]] as a [[Warrior]] wielding an axe. It would deal physical Slash damage in a medium area of effect.
 
==In Other Languages==
{{OtherLanguages
|es=Molinillo salvaje|es-meaning=Spanish for "wild grinder/pinwheel".
|fr=Hélicouptère|fr-meaning=From the French ''hélicoptère'' and ''{{tt|coup|strike/hit}}''.
|de=Hackschrauber|de-meaning=From the German verb ''{{tt|hacken|to hack, to chop}}'' and ''{{tt|Schraube|screw}}''.
|it=Danni taglienti|it-meaning=Italian for "sharp damage".
}}
 
==Trivia==
* One of the interpretations for Helichopter's Japanese name ''Bunmawashi'' (ぶんまわし) is an archaic term for a compass used to draw circles. They were originally imported from Portugal. It can also refer to a revolving stage that is used in [[Wikipedia:Kabuki|Kabuki]] theater.


==Related skills==
==Related skills==
*[[Helibopter]], a similar ability performed by [[gigantes]] with their clubs
*[[Helibopter]], a similar ability performed by [[Gigantes]] with their clubs
*[[Power Throw]], a similar technique for [[Boomerang weapon family|boomerangs]]
*[[Power Throw]], a similar technique for [[Boomerang weapon family|boomerangs]]
*[[Rolling Attack]]
*[[Rolling Attack]]
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*[[Dragon Swing]]
*[[Dragon Swing]]


==Trivia==
==References==
* One of the interpretations for Helichopter's Japanese name ''Bunmawashi'' (ぶんまわし) is an archaic term for a compass used to draw circles. They were originally imported from Portugal. It can also refer to a revolving stage that is used in [[Wikipedia:Kabuki|Kabuki]] theater.
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[[Category:A Hero's Bonds skills]]
[[Category:A Hero's Bonds skills]]
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Revision as of 21:46, 21 October 2025

Helichopter is a skill in the series.

Characteristics

The skill allows the user to damage a group of enemies by swinging wildly in a wide circular motion with a greatsword or other weapon.

Appearances

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake

Helichopter can be learned by Merchant starting at level 26 if their Wisdom exceeds 72 points. It costs 8 MP to use and inflicts 90~95% Strike-element damage to a single group of enemies.

Dragon Quest X

Helichopter can be learned by Warriors, Gladiators and Monster Wranglers by investing 35 points into their Greatswords skill. It costs 4 MP to perform, and it deals normal damage to all enemies in the immediate vicinity around the user. In Version 3.4 of the game, Helichopter now deals 168% of normal attack damage.

  • In the Offline version of the game, the Hero and Hussar can learn Helichopter through the Greatswords panel in their Character Builders for 5 skill points, with Hussar already knowing the skill when he joins the party. It deals 168% normal attack damage to a single group of enemies. The damage can be increased further with skill-up panels.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

The Hero and Hendrik can learn Helichopter through Greatswords panel in their Character Builders for 7 skill points, costing 4 MP to use. It consistently deals the same amount of damage as a normal attack to a group of enemies.

GameDescription
Swipes at a group of enemies with a great swing of the sword.[1]

Dragon Quest of the Stars

Helichopter (ぶんまわし Bunmawashi)
Ability information
Helichopter
Type & Rank Target CT Restriction
All Enemies. 20s
Effect
A 125% potency attack.
Notes
N/A
How to obtain
Warrior's Sword


Dragon Quest Tact

Helichopter is known naturally by Brownie, Green dragon, Hammerhood, Hoodlum, Mandrake mercenary, Troll, and Wooper trooper at level 1 and can be learned by Golem and Wild beast at level 16. It costs 7 MP to use and inflicts 110% potency physical damage to all enemies in a radius of 1 around the user. Helichopter can also be taught to any non-Hero unit by using an ability scroll.

There are also several variations of the skill that deal elemental damage, including Burning Helichopter, Firetwister, Frigidtwister, Lightning Whorl, Booming Helichopter, and Hellichopter.

Helichopter (ぶんまわし Bunmawashi)
Ability information
Helichopter
Role * Type * Element MP cost
Attack Physical 7
Range Additional effects

Radius 1
None
Description
Deals physical damage (110% potency) to all enemies in area of effect
Naturally learnt by
Brownie, Golem, Green dragon, Hammerhood, Hoodlum, Mandrake mercenary, Troll, Wild beast, Wooper trooper

Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai: A Hero's Bonds

Helichopter is an axe skill that can be used by Crocodine and the Luminary Leader as a Warrior wielding an axe. It would deal physical Slash damage in a medium area of effect.

In Other Languages

Language Translation Meaning
EspañolMolinillo salvajeSpanish for "wild grinder/pinwheel".
FrançaisHélicouptèreFrom the French hélicoptère and coup.
DeutschHackschrauberFrom the German verb hacken and Schraube.
ItalianoDanni taglientiItalian for "sharp damage".

Trivia

  • One of the interpretations for Helichopter's Japanese name Bunmawashi (ぶんまわし) is an archaic term for a compass used to draw circles. They were originally imported from Portugal. It can also refer to a revolving stage that is used in Kabuki theater.

Related skills

References

  1. Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.