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The '''Pteranodon''' is a recurring monster in the {{DQSeries}}, first appearing in ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]''. It is based on the [[Wikipedia:Rhamphorhynchus|Rhamphorhynchus]] genus of pterosaurs from the late Jurassic era.
The '''Pteranodon''' is a recurring {{MFamilies}} in the {{DQSeries}}, first appearing in {{DQ4}}.
 
It is based on the [[Wikipedia:Rhamphorhynchus|Rhamphorhynchus]] genus of pterosaurs from the late Jurassic era.


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
Pteranodons are flying reptiles distinguished by their large wings, fang-filled beaks, and long tails. Ironically enough, the name ''Pteranodon'' means "toothless wing" in Ancient Greek. They have white feathered skin, yellow beaks, and the leathery membrane that make up their wings are grey. These prehistoric fliers attack from the skies and can char enemies with their fire magic, thankfully being limited by their low MP pools. The pteranodon has been a member of both the [[Bird family]] and the [[Dragon family]], depending on the game. After their original appearance, the pterosaurs only appeared regularly in spinoff games in the series, eventually returning in ''X'' after 22 years.
Pteranodons are flying reptiles distinguished by their large wings, fang-filled beaks, and long tails. Ironically enough, the name ''Pteranodon'' means "toothless wing" in Ancient Greek. They have white feathered skin, yellow beaks, and the leathery membrane that make up their wings are grey. These prehistoric fliers attack from the skies and can char enemies with their fire magic, thankfully being limited by their low {{MP}} pools. The pteranodon has been a member of both the [[Bird family]] and the [[Dragon family]], depending on the game. After their original appearance, the pterosaurs only appeared regularly in spinoff games in the series, eventually returning in {{X}} after 22 years.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
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|skills=None
|skills=None
|item=[[Seed of agility]]({{fraction|1|128}})
|item=[[Seed of agility]]({{fraction|1|128}})
|locations=[[Birdsong Tower]] (Chapter 2)<br>[[Endor]] region (Chapter 2)<br>[[Bath]] region (Chapters 5 & 6)<br>[[Porthrunnel]] region (Chapters 5 & 6)<br>[[Pharos Beacon]] (Chapters 5 & 6)
|locations=[[Birdsong Tower]] ({{DQ4 Chapter 2}})<br>[[Endor]] region ({{DQ4 Chapter 2}})<br>[[Bath]] region ({{DQ4 Chapters 5 & 6}})<br>[[Porthrunnel]] region ({{DQ4 Chapters 5 & 6}})<br>[[Pharos Beacon]] ({{DQ4 Chapters 5 & 6}})
|evasion={{fraction|1|16}}
|evasion={{fraction|1|16}}
|frizz-resist=0%
|frizz-resist=0%
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==={{DQ10}}===
==={{DQ10}}===
Pteranodons appeared in the game starting with Version 1.0. They have gained the ability to cast [[Bang]] since [[Sizz]] was not available at the beginning of the game. A trio of pteranodons are faced as bosses in the quest "Coda for Tomorrow" alongside a [[Great Argon lizard]] in Version 2.3. They are much stronger than normal, gaining the ability to cast [[Kaboom]] and [[Oomph]] and breathe out [[Freezing Blizzard]]. Vicious pteranodons also began appearing as enemies in Version 5.0 of the game, also casting Kaboom, though it will also go haywire, albeit rarely.
Pteranodons appeared in the game starting with Version 1.0. They have gained the ability to cast [[Bang]] since [[Sizz]] was not available at the beginning of the game. A trio of pteranodons are faced as bosses in the quest "Coda for Tomorrow" alongside a [[Great Argon lizard]] in Version 2.3. They are much stronger than normal, gaining the ability to cast [[Kaboom]] and [[Oomph]] and breathe out [[Freezing Blizzard]]. Vicious pteranodons also began appearing as enemies in Version 5.0 of the game, also casting [[Kaboom]], though it will also go haywire, albeit rarely.


==={{DQ11}}===
==={{DQ11}}===
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|wisdom=
|wisdom=
|agility=3/5
|agility=3/5
|family= [[Dragon family | Dragon]]
|family= {{Dragon}}
|in-game-description=Flaps its large wings and flies with authority
|in-game-description=Flaps its large wings and flies with authority
|abilities=[[Firebal]], [[TailWind]], [[Wind Sickles | WindBeast]]
|abilities=[[Sizz|Firebal]], [[Backdraft|TailWind]], [[Wind Sickles|WindBeast]]
|habitat=[[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters | Gate of Wisdom]], [[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters | Old Man's Gate]]
|habitat=[[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters|Gate of Wisdom]], [[List of teleportals in Dragon Quest Monsters|Old Man's Gate]]
|breeding=[[Dragon family]] x [[Bird family]]
|breeding=[[Dragon family]] x [[Bird family]]
|frizz-resist=Strong
|frizz-resist=Strong
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|wisdom=3/10
|wisdom=3/10
|agility=5/10
|agility=5/10
|family= [[Dragon]]
|family= {{Dragon}}
|in-game-description=
|in-game-description=
|abilities=[[Firebal]], [[TailWind]], [[Wind Sickles | WindBeast]]
|abilities=[[Sizz|Firebal]], [[Backdraft|TailWind]], [[Wind Sickles|WindBeast]]
|habitat=
|habitat=
|breeding=[[Dragon family]] x [[Bird family]]
|breeding=[[Dragon family]] x [[Bird family]]
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
In an especially close bit of scientific accuracy, [[Akira Toriyama]] added teeth to the Pteranodon's beak. These were exclusive to the Rhamphorhynchus genus, and not present in other Pterosaurs.
In an especially close bit of scientific accuracy, [[Akira Toriyama]] added teeth to the Pteranodon's beak. These were exclusive to the Rhamphorhynchus genus, and not present in other Pterosaurs.
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
Pteranodon.jpg|{{Famicom}} era art.
DQX Pteranodon.jpg|A Pteranodon in {{X}}.
DQX ArgonGreat Pteranodons.jpg|Pteranodons and a great argon lizard in {{X}}.
Pteranodon XI model.jpg|{{XI}} polygon model.
DQXI Malicious pteranodon.jpg
Pteranodon dqmpsx.gif|{{1·2}} sprite.
DQMBRV Pteranodon.png|''Battle Road Victory'' cut-in
DQMBRV Pteranodon1.png|
DQotS Pteranodon.jpg|{{Stars}} model.
DQR Pteranodon.png|{{Rivals}} card.
</gallery></center>


==Related monsters==
==Related monsters==
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*[[Chillanodon]]
*[[Chillanodon]]
*[[Terrornodon]]
*[[Terrornodon]]
==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pteranodon.jpg|Famicom era art
DQX Pteranodon.jpg|A pteranodon in ''X''
DQX ArgonGreat Pteranodons.jpg|Pteranodons and a great argon lizard in ''X''
Pteranodon XI model.jpg|''XI'' polygon model
DQXI Malicious pteranodon.jpg
Pteranodon dqmpsx.gif|''[[Dragon Quest Monsters 1·2|Monsters 1·2]]'' sprite
DQMBRV Pteranodon.png|''Battle Road Victory'' cut-in
DQMBRV Pteranodon1.png
DQotS Pteranodon.jpg|''Stars'' model
DQR Pteranodon.png|''Rivals'' card
</gallery>


[[Category:Dinosaurs]]
[[Category:Dinosaurs]]

Revision as of 22:39, 27 September 2022

The Pteranodon is a recurring monster in the Dragon Quest series, first appearing in Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen.

It is based on the Rhamphorhynchus genus of pterosaurs from the late Jurassic era.

Characteristics

Pteranodons are flying reptiles distinguished by their large wings, fang-filled beaks, and long tails. Ironically enough, the name Pteranodon means "toothless wing" in Ancient Greek. They have white feathered skin, yellow beaks, and the leathery membrane that make up their wings are grey. These prehistoric fliers attack from the skies and can char enemies with their fire magic, thankfully being limited by their low MP pools. The pteranodon has been a member of both the Bird family and the Dragon family, depending on the game. After their original appearance, the pterosaurs only appeared regularly in spinoff games in the series, eventually returning in X after 22 years.

Appearances

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen

Pteranodon (プテラノドン Puteranodon)
Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen
Original (NES)
Sprite
Bestiary No.
#039
Gold
50
HP
41
MP
8
Attack
28
Defence
24
Agility
19
Evasion
1⁄16
Spell(s)
Sizz
Skill(s)
None
Item Dropped
Seed of agility(1⁄128)
Frizz resistance *
0%
Sizz resistance *
0%
Bang resistance *
75%
Crack resistance *
0%
Woosh resistance *
75%
Zap resistance *
0%
Drain Magic resistance
100%
Whack resistance *
0%
Kamikazee Bracer resistance
0%
Poof resistance
100%
Dazzle resistance
0%
Fizzle resistance
0%
Fuddle resistance
25%
Snooze resistance
25%
Sap resistance *
0%
Remakes (PSX, DS, Mobile)
Sprites
Notable Changes
None

Dragon Quest X

Pteranodons appeared in the game starting with Version 1.0. They have gained the ability to cast Bang since Sizz was not available at the beginning of the game. A trio of pteranodons are faced as bosses in the quest "Coda for Tomorrow" alongside a Great Argon lizard in Version 2.3. They are much stronger than normal, gaining the ability to cast Kaboom and Oomph and breathe out Freezing Blizzard. Vicious pteranodons also began appearing as enemies in Version 5.0 of the game, also casting Kaboom, though it will also go haywire, albeit rarely.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

Pteranodon (プテラノドン Puteranodon )
Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age
Sprite
Bestiary no.
#144
Family
Bird & Floating
Gold
37
HP
97
MP
12
Attack
89
Defence
93
Agility
109
In-game description

Primordial predators that are said to have been around since before time began. They've got teeth, and they're not afraid to use them!

Spell(s)
Sizzle
Whack
Skill(s)
None
Location(s)
Southern Champs Sauvage (first act)
Insula Algarum (first act)
The Other Side (second act)
Item(s) Dropped
Twisted talons1⁄8
Seed of deftness1⁄256
Fire resistance *
25%
Ice resistance *
-110%
Wind resistance *
25%
Earth resistance *
25%
Light resistance *
0%
Dark resistance *
25%
Zap resistance *
0%
Drain Magic resistance
0%
Whack resistance *
75%
Poof resistance
100%
Dazzle resistance *
25%
Fizzle resistance *
0%
Fuddle resistance *
25%
Paralysis resistance *
25%
Poison resistance *
0%
Sleep resistance *
25%
Blunt resistance
25%
Deceleratle resistance
25%
Sap resistance *
25%
Spooky Aura
Anathematise resistance
25%
Stumble resistance *
100%
Stun resistance *
99%
Charm resistance *
100%
Beguile resistance *
25%
Double Down resistance *
0%
Elemental resistance *
0%


Malicious pteranodon (プテラノドン・邪 Puteranodon・ja )
Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age
Sprite
Bestiary no.
#467
Family
Bird & Floating
Experience
1,445
Gold
242
HP
345
MP
18
Attack
231
Defence
257
Agility
211
In-game description

Pteranodons who have morphed into a truly malevolent form under the malign influence of infinite evil.

Spell(s)
Kasizz
Thwack
Skill(s)
None
Location(s)
Dundrasil Region (third act)
Item(s) Dropped
Twisted talons1⁄8
Seed of deftness1⁄256
Fire resistance *
25%
Ice resistance *
-110%
Wind resistance *
25%
Earth resistance *
25%
Light resistance *
0%
Dark resistance *
25%
Zap resistance *
0%
Drain Magic resistance
0%
Whack resistance *
75%
Poof resistance
100%
Dazzle resistance *
25%
Fizzle resistance *
50%
Fuddle resistance *
25%
Paralysis resistance *
25%
Poison resistance *
0%
Sleep resistance *
25%
Blunt resistance
25%
Deceleratle resistance
25%
Sap resistance *
25%
Spooky Aura
Anathematise resistance
25%
Stumble resistance *
100%
Stun resistance *
99%
Charm resistance *
100%
Beguile resistance *
25%
Double Down resistance *
0%
Elemental resistance *
0%

Dragon Quest Monsters

Pteranod (プテラノドン Puteranodon)
Dragon Quest Monsters
Sprite Level cap * HP growth MP growth
35 2/5 3/5
Strength growth Resilience growth Wisdom growth Agility growth
3/5 1/5 ? 3/5
Family Dragon
In-game description Flaps its large wings and flies with authority
Abilities Firebal, TailWind, WindBeast
Habitat Gate of Wisdom, Old Man's Gate
Breeding chart Dragon family x Bird family
Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath Resistance * Bang Resistance *
Strong Strong Strong Strong
Crack Resistance * Ice Breath Resistance * Woosh Resistance * Rock/Army Resistance *
None None Weak Weak
Zap Resistance * Gigaslash Resistance Magic Burst Resistance Drain Magic Resistance *
Weak Weak None None
Whack Resistance * Kamikazee Resistance * Poison Resistance * Paralysis Resistance *
None Strong None None
Fuddle Resistance * Snooze Resistance * Dazzle Resistance * Fizzle Resistance
None None None None
Ban Dance Resistance Gobstopper Resistance Stun Resistance * Sap Resistance *
Weak Weak Weak None
Decelerate Resistance * Curse Resistance
None None

Dragon Quest Monsters 2

Pteranod (プテラノドン Puteranodon)
Dragon Quest Monsters 2
Sprite Level cap * HP growth MP growth
35 5/10 6/10
Strength growth Resilience growth Wisdom growth Agility growth
7/10 2/10 3/10 5/10
Family Dragon
In-game description
Abilities Firebal, TailWind, WindBeast
Habitat
Breeding chart Dragon family x Bird family
Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath Resistance * Bang Resistance *
Strong Strong Strong Strong
Crack Resistance * Ice Breath Resistance * Woosh Resistance * Rock/Army Resistance *
None None Weak Weak
Water Resistance * Zap Resistance * Gigaslash Resistance Magic Burst Resistance
None Weak Weak None
Drain Magic Resistance * Whack Resistance * Kamikazee Resistance * Poison Resistance *
None None Strong None
Paralysis Resistance * Fuddle Resistance * Snooze Resistance * Dazzle Resistance *
None None None None
Fizzle Resistance Ban Dance Resistance Gobstopper Resistance Stun Resistance *
None Weak Weak Weak
Sap Resistance * Decelerate Resistance * Curse Resistance
None None None

Dragon Quest Monsters: Super Light

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Dragon Quest of the Stars

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Trivia

In an especially close bit of scientific accuracy, Akira Toriyama added teeth to the Pteranodon's beak. These were exclusive to the Rhamphorhynchus genus, and not present in other Pterosaurs.

Gallery

  • Famicom era art.
    Famicom era art.
  • A Pteranodon in X.
    A Pteranodon in X.
  • Pteranodons and a great argon lizard in X.
    Pteranodons and a great argon lizard in X.
  • XI polygon model.
    XI polygon model.
  • DQM1·2 sprite.
    DQM1·2 sprite.
  • Battle Road Victory cut-in
    Battle Road Victory cut-in
  • Stars model.
    Stars model.
  • Rivals card.
    Rivals card.

Related monsters

Similar species

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