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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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|DQ11=Swipes at a group of enemies with a great swing of the sword.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.</ref>
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==={{DQStars}}===
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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:Dragon Quest of the Stars skills]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest of the Stars skills]]
[[Category:A Hero's Bonds skills]]
[[Category:A Hero's Bonds skills]]
[[fr:Hélicouptère]]