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|romaji = {{tt|Mamori no rubī|Ruby of protection}}
|romaji = {{tt|Mamori no rubī|Ruby of protection}}
|names = GuardRuby
|names = GuardRuby
|games = ''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'' (remakes only)<br>''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest XI]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest Swords]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest Heroes]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest Heroes II]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest Builders]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest of the Stars]]''<br>''[[Dragon Quest Walk]]''
|games = {{Dragon Quest IV}} (remakes only)<br>{{Dragon Quest VII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VIII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest IX}}<br>{{Dragon Quest XI}}<br>{{Dragon Quest Swords}}<br>{{Dragon Quest Heroes}}<br>{{Dragon Quest Heroes II}}<br>{{DQB}}<br>{{DQStars}}<br>{{DQWalk}}
|effect = Increases the wearer's [[Defence]].<br>Allows the wearer to defend against attacks automatically. (''Heroes'' only)<br>Occasionally causes the wearer to ignore damage taken. (''Heroes II'' only)
|effect = Increases the wearer's [[Defence]].<br>Allows the wearer to defend against {{Attack}}s automatically. ({{Heroes}} only)<br>Occasionally causes the wearer to ignore damage taken. ({{Heroes II}} only)
}}
}}


The '''ruby of protection''' is a recurring accessory in the {{DQSeries}}, first appearing in ''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''. It gives a boost to the wearer's defence.
The '''Ruby of protection''' is a recurring accessory in the {{DQSeries}}, first appearing in {{DQ7}}.
 
It gives a boost to the wearer's {{Defence}}.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===''[[Dragon Quest IV]]'' (remakes only)===
==={{DQ4}} (remakes only)===
The ruby of protection has a defence bonus of +15 and can be equipped by all characters. One can be received from the [[Medal King's Palace|Medal King]] for turning in 20 [[mini medal]]s, and others can be found in the fifth stage of the [[Pioneer Town]] and the {{Fungeon 4}}. It can also be dropped rarely by [[Scarewell]]s and sold for 2,025 gold.
The Ruby of protection has a {{Defence}} bonus of +15 and can be equipped by all characters. One can be received from the [[Medal King's Palace|Medal King]] for turning in 20 [[mini medal]]s, and others can be found in the fifth stage of the [[Pioneer Town]] and the {{Fungeon 4}}. It can also be dropped rarely by [[Scarewell]]s and sold for 2,025 [[gold]] coins.


===''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''===
==={{DQ7}}===
The ruby of protection has a defence bonus of +10, a style bonus of +5, and can be equipped by the {{Hero 7}}, [[Maribel]], [[Ruff]], [[Sir Mervyn]], and [[Aishe]]. It can be purchased from the [[Grand Conjuratorium]] for 3,500 gold and sold for 1,750 gold. One can be found in the [[Sunken Citadel]] in the present and another in [[Aeolus Vale]] in the past.  
The Ruby of protection has a {{Defence}} bonus of +10, a {{Style}} bonus of +5, and can be equipped by the {{Hero 7}}, [[Maribel]], [[Ruff]], [[Sir Mervyn]], and [[Aishe]]. It can be purchased from the [[Grand Conjuratorium]] for 3,500 [[gold]] coins and sold for 1,750 [[gold]] coins. One can be found in the [[Sunken Citadel]] in the present and another in [[Aeolus Vale]] in the past.  


===''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''===
==={{DQ8}}===
The ruby of protection has a defence bonus of +15 and can be equipped by all characters. It can be purchased from [[Argonia]] once the bazaar starts for 3,100 gold and sold for 1,550 gold. One can be found in [[Baccarat]] and another in [[Orkutsk]]. They can also be dropped by [[Living statue (recurring)|Living statue]]s, as well as [[Great keeper]]s in the Nintendo 3DS version. The ruby can be made in the [[Alchemy Pot]] by combining a [[gold ring]] with a [[seed of defence]]. It can also be used in various recipes for other items, as well.
The Ruby of protection has a {{Defence}} bonus of +15 and can be equipped by all characters. It can be purchased from [[Argonia]] once the bazaar starts for 3,100 [[gold]] coins and sold for 1,550 [[gold]] coins. One can be found in [[Baccarat]] and another in [[Orkutsk]]. They can also be dropped by [[Living statue (recurring)|Living statue]]s, as well as [[Great keeper]]s in the [[Nintendo 3DS]] version. The ruby can be made in the [[Alchemy Pot]] by combining a [[Gold ring]] with a [[Seed of resilience|Seed of defence]]. It can also be used in various recipes for other items, as well.


* Recipe: [[Magic armour]] = [[Full plate armour]] + [[Prayer ring]] + Ruby of protection
* Recipe: [[Magic armour]] = [[Full plate armour]] + [[Prayer ring]] + Ruby of protection
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* Recipe: [[Über sacred armour]] = [[Sacred armour]] + Ruby of protection + [[Recovery ring]]
* Recipe: [[Über sacred armour]] = [[Sacred armour]] + Ruby of protection + [[Recovery ring]]


===''[[Dragon Quest IX]]''===
==={{DQ9}}===
{{Equipment|header|image=DQIX Ruby of protection.png|name=Ruby of protection|console={{DS}}}}
{{Equipment|header|image=DQIX Ruby of protection.png|name=Ruby of protection|console={{DS}}}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Defence|modifier=+10}}
{{Equipment|stat|name={{Defence}}|modifier=+10}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★☆☆☆☆}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Rarity|modifier=★☆☆☆☆}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Found|modifier=One found in the [[Realm of the Mighty]].<br>Dropped by [[King Godfrey]].<br>Received as a reward for completing [[Template:DQIXQuest/30|Quest #030]]: Wrapper's Delight.}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Found|modifier=One found in the [[Realm of the Mighty]].<br>Dropped by [[King Godfrey]].<br>Received as a reward for completing [[Template:DQIXQuest/30|Quest #030]]: Wrapper's Delight.}}
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}}
}}


===''[[Dragon Quest XI]]''===
==={{DQ11}}===
{{Equipment|header|image=Ruby of protection xi icon.png|name=Ruby of protection}}
{{Equipment|header|image=Ruby of protection xi icon.png|name=Ruby of protection}}
{{Equipment|stat|name={{Defence}}<br>(forge buffs)|modifier=+16<br>(+17, +18, +20)}}
{{Equipment|stat|name={{Defence}}<br>(forge buffs)|modifier=+16<br>(+17, +18, +20)}}
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|notes=
|notes=
}}
}}
The [[Fun-size forge recipes|recipe book]] '''Sage Advice''' contains the recipe for the ruby of protection. It can be found in a treasure chest at the [[Sniflheim]] - Whale Way Station behind a locked door that requires the [[Ultimate key]].
The [[Fun-size forge recipes|recipe book]] '''Sage Advice''' contains the recipe for the ruby of protection. It can be found in a [[treasure chest]] at the [[Sniflheim]] - Whale Way Station behind a locked door that requires the [[Ultimate (ey]].


===''[[Dragon Quest Swords]]''===
==={{DQSwords}}===
Rubies of protection may be won as a prize or obtained from a Lucky bag. It has a defense bonus of +3 and increases the durability of the shield by 1. It can be sold for 750 gold.
Rubies of protection may be won as a prize or obtained from a Lucky bag. It has a {{Defense}} bonus of +3 and increases the durability of the shield by 1. It can be sold for 750 [[gold]] coins.


===''[[Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below]]''===
==={{DQH}}===
{{Equipment|header|image=DQH Ruby of protection.png|name=Ruby of protection}}
{{Equipment|header|image=DQH Ruby of protection.png|name=Ruby of protection}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Chance to Auto-Defend|modifier=+10.0%}}
{{Equipment|stat|name=Chance to Auto-Defend|modifier=+10.0%}}
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The classic and luxury recipes for the ruby of protection can be dropped rarely by [[Lethal armour]]s.
The classic and luxury recipes for the ruby of protection can be dropped rarely by [[Lethal armour]]s.


===''[[Dragon Quest Heroes II]]''===
==={{DQH2}}===
The ruby of protection gives the wearer a 3% chance to ignore damage taken, up to a 7% chance once it has been fully upgraded. Once it has been fully upgraded, it will also grant a +8 bonus to defence, as well. The ruby can be obtained by exchanging 10 [[mini medal]]s once or dropped rarely by [[Restless armour]]s and [[Mandrake marshal]]s.
The Ruby of protection gives the wearer a 3% chance to ignore damage taken, up to a 7% chance once it has been fully upgraded. Once it has been fully upgraded, it will also grant a +8 bonus to {{Defence}}, as well. The ruby can be obtained by exchanging 10 [[Mini medal]]s once or dropped rarely by [[Restless armour]]s and [[Mandrake marshal]]s.


==Descriptions==
==Descriptions==
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|DQH=A jewel that warns its wearer of incoming attacks.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.</ref>
|DQH=A jewel that warns its wearer of incoming attacks.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4 and Steam versions.</ref>
}}
}}
==Related items==
*[[Adamant pendant]]


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
<center><gallery>
DQIV Ruby of protection.png|The ruby of protection in ''Dragon Quest IV''
DQIV Ruby of protection.png|The Ruby of protection in {{IV}}.
</gallery></center>
</gallery></center>
==Related items==
*[[Adamant pendant]]


==References==
==References==

Revision as of 22:57, 19 July 2022

Ruby of protection
Japanese まもりのルビー
Romaji Mamori no rubī
Old localisations GuardRuby
Found in Dragon Quest IV (remakes only)
Dragon Quest VII
Dragon Quest VIII
Dragon Quest IX
Dragon Quest XI
Dragon Quest Swords
Dragon Quest Heroes
Dragon Quest Heroes II
Dragon Quest Builders
Dragon Quest of the Stars
Dragon Quest Walk
Effect Increases the wearer's Defence.
Allows the wearer to defend against Attacks automatically. (Heroes only)
Occasionally causes the wearer to ignore damage taken. (Heroes II only)

The Ruby of protection is a recurring accessory in the Dragon Quest series, first appearing in Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past.

It gives a boost to the wearer's Defence.

Appearances

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen (remakes only)

The Ruby of protection has a Defence bonus of +15 and can be equipped by all characters. One can be received from the Medal King for turning in 20 mini medals, and others can be found in the fifth stage of the Pioneer Town and the Fungeon. It can also be dropped rarely by Scarewells and sold for 2,025 gold coins.

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past

The Ruby of protection has a Defence bonus of +10, a Style bonus of +5, and can be equipped by the Hero, Maribel, Ruff, Sir Mervyn, and Aishe. It can be purchased from the Grand Conjuratorium for 3,500 gold coins and sold for 1,750 gold coins. One can be found in the Sunken Citadel in the present and another in Aeolus Vale in the past.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King

The Ruby of protection has a Defence bonus of +15 and can be equipped by all characters. It can be purchased from Argonia once the bazaar starts for 3,100 gold coins and sold for 1,550 gold coins. One can be found in Baccarat and another in Orkutsk. They can also be dropped by Living statues, as well as Great keepers in the Nintendo 3DS version. The ruby can be made in the Alchemy Pot by combining a Gold ring with a Seed of defence. It can also be used in various recipes for other items, as well.

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies

 Ruby of protection  (DS)
Defence +10
Rarity ★☆☆☆☆
Found One found in the Realm of the Mighty.
Dropped by King Godfrey.
Received as a reward for completing Quest #030: Wrapper's Delight.
Recipe Dragon's scale + Corundum
Equipable by All Vocations
Class Accessory
Buy Price N/a
Sell Price 1,050
Flavor text A sparkling stone that strengthens defence when worn.
Notes Upgrades into Monarchic mark, Rune staff, Sacrosanct armour,
Safer shoes, Safest shoes, and Tempest shield.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

 Ruby of protection
Defence
(forge buffs) 		+16
(+17, +18, +20)
Rarity B
Recipe Artful amethyst x2 + Serpent skin + Large scale x2 + Pale pearl
Difficulty ★★★★☆
Found 1⁄8 chance of being dropped by Lunar chimaeras.
1⁄256 of being dropped by Elysium birds and Malicious elysium birds.
Equipable by All party members
Class Other Accessories
Buy Price N/a
Sell Price 1,050
Flavor text A vibrant violet stone that boosts the defence of the bearer.

The recipe book Sage Advice contains the recipe for the ruby of protection. It can be found in a treasure chest at the Sniflheim - Whale Way Station behind a locked door that requires the Ultimate (ey.

Dragon Quest Swords: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors

Rubies of protection may be won as a prize or obtained from a Lucky bag. It has a Defense bonus of +3 and increases the durability of the shield by 1. It can be sold for 750 gold coins.

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

 Ruby of protection
Chance to Auto-Defend +10.0%
Quick Recipe Royal ruby x3 + Mirrorstone x2*
Classic Recipe Royal ruby x2 + Pale pearl*
Luxury Recipe Royal ruby + Adamant pendant*
Equipable by All Characters
Buy Price N/a
Sell Price 380
Flavor text A jewel that warns its wearer of incoming attacks.

The classic and luxury recipes for the ruby of protection can be dropped rarely by Lethal armours.

Dragon Quest Heroes II

The Ruby of protection gives the wearer a 3% chance to ignore damage taken, up to a 7% chance once it has been fully upgraded. Once it has been fully upgraded, it will also grant a +8 bonus to Defence, as well. The ruby can be obtained by exchanging 10 Mini medals once or dropped rarely by Restless armours and Mandrake marshals.

Descriptions

GameDescription
A beautiful ruby that increases the wearer's defence.[1]
A sparkling stone that strengthens defence when worn.[2]
A vibrant violet stone that boosts the defence of the bearer.[3]
A jewel that warns its wearer of incoming attacks.[4]

Gallery

  • The Ruby of protection in IV.
    The Ruby of protection in IV.

Related items

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.
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