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{{Item
{{Item
|title=''Dread dagger''
|title=Dread dagger
|image=[[File:DQVIII3DS - Dread dagger.png|275px]]
|image=[[File:DQVIII3DS - Dread dagger.png|300px]]
|japanese=よるのパピヨン
|japanese=よるのパピヨン
|romaji={{tt|Yoru no papiyon|Papillon of night}}
|romaji={{tt|Yoru no papiyon|Papillon of night}}
|names=None
|names=N/a
|games={{Dragon Quest VIII}} (3DS only)<br>{{Dragon Quest IX}}<br>{{Dragon Quest X}}<br>{{Dragon Quest XI}}<br>{{DQStars}}<br>{{DQWalk}}
|games={{DQ7R}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VIII}} (3DS only)<br>{{Dragon Quest IX}}<br>{{Dragon Quest X}}<br>{{Dragon Quest XI}}<br>{{DQStars}}<br>{{DQWalk}}<br>{{DQChampions}}
|effect=Paralyzes target<br>Inflicts bonus damage to {{Bug}}s/[[nature family]] monsters<br>Has a chance to inflict [[confusion]] when attacking ({{VIII}} and {{X}} only)
|effect=Inflicts paralysis on an enemy after attacking.<br>Inflicts extra damage to monsters of the [[Bug family|Bug]] or [[Nature family]].<br>Inflicts [[confusion]] on an enemy after attacking. (''VIII'' and ''X'')
}}
}}


The '''dread dagger''' is a recurring [[Knife Weapon Family|knife]] in the {{DQSeries}}. It deals additional damage to {{MFamilies}}s of the [[bug family]] and has a chance to inflict either [[paralysis]] or [[confusion]] when attacking. Though very similar to the [[poison moth knife]], the dread dagger is not always the upgraded version of that weapon.
The '''Dread dagger''' is a [[Knife (weapon type)|knife]] in the series.


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
In its original appearance, the dread dagger was an upgraded version of the poison moth knife, being a dagger with a jagged barbs and a stylised guard around the handle modeled after a moth with pink and purple wings. The blade and guard were polished to a high sheen and there appeared to be runes inscribed into the blade, as well. However, starting with ''X'', the dagger's colours were changed to a darker indigo and purple instead with a red handle. This colouration has been used in all other games.
In its original appearance, the dread dagger was an upgraded version of the poison moth knife, being a dagger with a jagged barbs and a stylised guard around the handle modeled after a moth with pink and purple wings. The blade and guard were polished to a high sheen and there appeared to be runes inscribed into the blade, as well. However, starting with ''X'', the dagger's colours were changed to a darker indigo and purple instead with a red handle. This colouration has been used in all other games. ''Papillon'' in the weapon's Japanese name is the French word for "butterfly".


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
==={{DQ7R}}===
[[Image:DQVIIR Dread Dagger.png|right|thumb|''VII Reimagined'' icon]]
The Dread dagger has an {{Attack}} bonus of +77, increases the wearer's evasion rate by 15%, and can be equipped by [[Maribel]], [[Ruff]], and [[Sir Mervyn]]. It has a 12% chance of inflicting paralysis when attacking and deals 50% extra damage to monsters of the [[Nature family]]. The dagger can be purchased for 11,200 gold from [[Nottagen]] and sold for 5,600 gold. One can be found in a treasure chest on 4F of [[Mount Gora]]. Dread dagger can be won as a prize from the Lucky Panel at [[Pilgrim's Rest]] after the [[Orgodemir|Demon King]]'s resurrection.
==={{DQ8}}===
==={{DQ8}}===
The dread dagger has an {{Attack}} bonus of +78 and has a {{fraction|1|8}} chance to inflict [[confusion]] when attacking. It can only be equipped by [[Jessica]] and [[Red]] as long as they are at least level 30. The knife can be sold for 34,000 {{Gold}}, but it is not recommended to do so as only one could be acquired in the game.
The Dread dagger has an {{Attack}} bonus of +78 and has a {{fraction|1|8}} chance to inflict [[confusion]] when attacking. It can only be equipped by [[Jessica]] and [[Red]] as long as they are at least level 30. The knife can be sold for 34,000 gold, but it is not recommended to do so as only one could be acquired in the game. It became available to Japanese players by redeeming points through the ''Dragon Quest Portal App''. It became available to international players for a short time in 2017, but after 2018, all DLC items for the {{3DS}} version became unavailable.
 
The dagger was available to Japanese players by redeeming points through the ''Dragon Quest Portal App''. It became available to international players for a short time in 2017, but after 2018, all DLC items for the {{3DS}} version became unavailable.
{{Descriptions
{{Descriptions
|DQ8=A short blade that occasionally leaves those it cuts confused.<ref>[[Nintendo 3DS]] version.</ref>
|DQ8=A short blade that occasionally leaves those it cuts confused.<ref>[[Nintendo 3DS]] version.</ref>
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|kanji=よるのパピヨン
|kanji=よるのパピヨン
|icon=[[Image:DQIX Dread Dagger Artwork.png|275px]]
|icon=[[Image:DQIX Dread Dagger Artwork.png|275px]]
|description=An unnerving knife that paralyses its prey part of the time<ref>Nintendo DS version.</ref>
|description=An unnerving knife that paralyses its prey part of the time.<ref>Nintendo DS version.</ref>
|rarity=★★☆☆☆
|rarity=★★☆☆☆
|stats=Attack +57
|stats=Attack +57<br>Style +39
|vocation=[[File:IXmageicon.png|link=Mage]][[File:IXthieficon.png|link=Thief]][[File:IXwarrioricon.png|link=Warrior]]
|vocation=[[File:IXwarrioricon.png|link=Warrior]][[File:IXmageicon.png|link=Mage]][[File:IXthieficon.png|link=Thief]]
|notes={{fraction|1|8}} chance to inflict [[paralysis]] when attacking<br>Inflicts 120% damage to [[Bug family|bugs]]
|notes={{fraction|1|8}} chance to inflict [[paralysis]] when attacking<br>Inflicts 120% damage to monsters of the [[Bug family]].<br>Used to create [[Papillon mask]].
|price=N/a / 3,250
|price=N/a / 3,250 gold
|location=[[Krak Pot]]
|location=[[Krak Pot]] only.
|i1=[[File:DQIX Dread dagger.png|link=Batterfly knife]]<br>Batterfly knife
|i1=[[File:DQIX Dread dagger.png|32px|link=Batterfly knife]]<br>Batterfly knife
|i2=[[File:DQIX Disturbin turban.png|link=Disturbin' turban]]<br>Disturbin' turban
|i2=[[File:DQIX Disturbin turban.png|32px|link=Disturbin' turban]]<br>Disturbin' turban
|i3=[[File:DQIX Butterfly wing.png|link=Butterfly wing]]<br>Butterfly wing x5
|i3=[[File:DQIX Butterfly wing.png|32px|link=Butterfly wing]]<br>Butterfly wing x5
}}
}}
The dread dagger is one of the ingredients for the [[papillon mask]], along with three sprigs of [[narspicious]] and one [[malleable mask]].
 
==={{DQ10}}===
==={{DQ10}}===
The dread dagger has an {{Attack}} bonus of +39, a {{Style}} bonus of +6, increases the wielder's {{Weight}} by 4, and has an equipment level of 35. It has a 3% chance of inflicting [[confusion]] when attacking and can be equipped by {{Thieves}}, [[Minstrel]]s, [[Mage]]s, [[Dancer]]s, and [[Gadabout]]s, as well as [[Duston]] in the {{Offline}} version of the game. The dagger can be crafted by a weaponsmith.  
The Dread dagger has an {{Attack}} bonus of +39, a {{Style}} bonus of +6, increases the wielder's {{Weight}} by 4. It has a 3% chance of inflicting [[confusion]] when attacking. The knife has an equipment level of 35 and can be equipped by a [[Mage]], [[Thief]], [[Minstrel]], [[Dancer]], [[Gadabout]], [[Demon Swordsman]], or [[Pirate]]. It can be crafted by a weapon blacksmith. In Version 6.2 of the game, the materials to craft one were drastically changed, making it much easier to make. Previously, it required six chunks of Silver ore, two [[Coagulant]]s, and a piece of [[Evencloth]].
*Recipe: [[Silver ore]] + [[Butterfly wing]] + [[Wing of bat]]


In Version 6.2 of the game, the materials to craft one were drastically changed, making it much easier to make. Previously, it required six chunks of silver ore, two [[coagulant]]s, and a piece of [[evencloth]].
==={{DQXOffline}}===
*Recipe: [[Silver ore]] + [[Butterfly wing]] + [[Wing of bat]]
The Dread dagger has an {{Attack}} bonus of +39, a {{Charm}} bonus of +6, and has a 3% chance of inflicting confusion after attacking. It can be equipped by the {{Hero 10}} as a [[Mage]], [[Thief]], [[Minstrel]], [[Dancer]], or [[Gadabout]], and [[Duston]]. The knife can be purchased for 5,300 from some weapon shops or crafted with the [[Fun-Size Forge]].
*Recipe: [[Silver ore]] x6 + [[Coagulant]] + [[Evencloth]]


==={{DQ11}}===
==={{DQ11}}===
{{DQXIEquipment
{{DQXIEquipment
|name=<big><big>Dread dagger</big></big>
|name=Dread dagger
|kanji=よるのパピヨン
|icon=[[File:Dread dagger xi icon.png]]
|icon=[[File:Dread dagger xi icon.png]]
|description=A knife so breathtakingly horrible to behold that it sometimes scares enemies stiff - literally.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.</ref>
|description=A knife so breathtakingly horrible to behold that it sometimes scares enemies stiff - literally.<ref>Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.</ref>
|rarity=<big><big>B</big></big>
|rarity=B
|stats=Attack +67/70/73/77<br>8% chance to paralyse target
|stats=Attack +67/70/73/77<br>8% chance to paralyse target
|notes=+20% damage to [[Nature family]]<br>Requires 13 [[Perfectionist's pearl]]s to rework.
|notes=+20% damage to [[Nature family]]<br>Requires 13 [[Perfectionist's pearl|Perfectionist's pearls]] to rework.
|price=N/A / 2,250
|price=N/A / 2,250 gold
|location=[[Fun-Size Forge]] only.
|location=[[Fun-Size Forge]] only.
|diff=2.5
|diff=2.5
|i1=[[File:Platinum ore xi icon.png|75px|link=Platinum ore]] x2 + [[File:Coagulant xi icon.png|75px|link=Coagulant]] x2 + [[File:Evencloth xi icon.png|75px|link=Evencloth]]
|i1=[[File:Platinum ore xi icon.png|50px|link=Platinum ore]] x2 + [[File:Coagulant xi icon.png|50px|link=Coagulant]] x2 + [[File:Evencloth xi icon.png|50px|link=Evencloth]]
|character=[[File:Erik sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Erik]][[File:Sylvando sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Sylvando]]
|character=[[File:Erik sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Erik]][[File:Sylvando sprite walk.gif|50px|link=Sylvando]]
}}
}}
The {{Recipe Book 11}} '''The Mothmask Prophecies''' contains the recipe for the dread dagger. It can be purchased at the [[casino]] in [[Puerto Valor]] for 1,000 [[token]]s starting from the second act.
The {{Recipe Book 11}} '''The Mothmask Prophecies''' contains the recipe for the dread dagger. It can be purchased at the [[casino]] in [[Puerto Valor]] for 1,000 [[token]]s starting from act two.


==={{DQWalk}}===
==={{DQWalk}}===
The Dread dagger is a 4★ knife with an {{Attack}} bonus of +30. It has the ability to teach the wielder various skills, including [[Cobra Strike]], [[Sleeper Hit]], and [[HP Hoover]], as well as gaining the ability to inflict additional damage to {{Bug}}s and {{Poison}} while attacking when its weapon level increases.
The Dread dagger is a 4★ knife with an {{Attack}} bonus of +30. It has the ability to teach the wielder various skills, including [[Cobra Strike]], [[Sleeper Hit]], and [[HP Hoover]], as well as gaining the ability to inflict additional damage to {{Bug}}s and {{Poison}} while attacking when its weapon level increases.
==Etymology==
*The Papillon seen in the Japanese name is the French word for butterfly.


==In Other Languages==
==In Other Languages==
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DQotS Dread Dagger.jpg|The dread dagger in {{Stars}}.
DQotS Dread Dagger.jpg|The dread dagger in {{Stars}}.
</gallery></center>
</gallery></center>
==Related weapons==
*[[Poison moth knife]]
*[[Batterfly knife]]


==References==
==References==
<references/>
<references/>
{{clear}}
{{DQWeapons}}


[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Knives]]

Revision as of 23:44, 15 May 2026

Dread dagger
Japanese よるのパピヨン
Romaji Yoru no papiyon
Old localisations N/a
Found in Dragon Quest VII Reimagined
Dragon Quest VIII (3DS only)
Dragon Quest IX
Dragon Quest X
Dragon Quest XI
Dragon Quest of the Stars
Dragon Quest Walk
Dragon Quest Champions
Effect Inflicts paralysis on an enemy after attacking.
Inflicts extra damage to monsters of the Bug or Nature family.
Inflicts confusion on an enemy after attacking. (VIII and X)

The Dread dagger is a knife in the series.

Characteristics

In its original appearance, the dread dagger was an upgraded version of the poison moth knife, being a dagger with a jagged barbs and a stylised guard around the handle modeled after a moth with pink and purple wings. The blade and guard were polished to a high sheen and there appeared to be runes inscribed into the blade, as well. However, starting with X, the dagger's colours were changed to a darker indigo and purple instead with a red handle. This colouration has been used in all other games. Papillon in the weapon's Japanese name is the French word for "butterfly".

Appearances

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined

VII Reimagined icon

The Dread dagger has an Attack bonus of +77, increases the wearer's evasion rate by 15%, and can be equipped by Maribel, Ruff, and Sir Mervyn. It has a 12% chance of inflicting paralysis when attacking and deals 50% extra damage to monsters of the Nature family. The dagger can be purchased for 11,200 gold from Nottagen and sold for 5,600 gold. One can be found in a treasure chest on 4F of Mount Gora. Dread dagger can be won as a prize from the Lucky Panel at Pilgrim's Rest after the Demon King's resurrection.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King

The Dread dagger has an Attack bonus of +78 and has a 1⁄8 chance to inflict confusion when attacking. It can only be equipped by Jessica and Red as long as they are at least level 30. The knife can be sold for 34,000 gold, but it is not recommended to do so as only one could be acquired in the game. It became available to Japanese players by redeeming points through the Dragon Quest Portal App. It became available to international players for a short time in 2017, but after 2018, all DLC items for the 3DS version became unavailable.

GameDescription
A short blade that occasionally leaves those it cuts confused.[1]

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies

Dread dagger (よるのパピヨン)
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
Description
An unnerving knife that paralyses its prey part of the time.[2]
Rarity Stats Vocations
★★☆☆☆ Attack +57
Style +39
Notes
1⁄8 chance to inflict paralysis when attacking
Inflicts 120% damage to monsters of the Bug family.
Used to create Papillon mask.
Price Location
N/a / 3,250 gold Krak Pot only.
Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3

Batterfly knife
Disturbin' turban
Butterfly wing x5

Dragon Quest X

The Dread dagger has an Attack bonus of +39, a Style bonus of +6, increases the wielder's Weight by 4. It has a 3% chance of inflicting confusion when attacking. The knife has an equipment level of 35 and can be equipped by a Mage, Thief, Minstrel, Dancer, Gadabout, Demon Swordsman, or Pirate. It can be crafted by a weapon blacksmith. In Version 6.2 of the game, the materials to craft one were drastically changed, making it much easier to make. Previously, it required six chunks of Silver ore, two Coagulants, and a piece of Evencloth.

Dragon Quest X Offline

The Dread dagger has an Attack bonus of +39, a Charm bonus of +6, and has a 3% chance of inflicting confusion after attacking. It can be equipped by the Hero as a Mage, Thief, Minstrel, Dancer, or Gadabout, and Duston. The knife can be purchased for 5,300 from some weapon shops or crafted with the Fun-Size Forge.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

Dread dagger (よるのパピヨン)
Description
A knife so breathtakingly horrible to behold that it sometimes scares enemies stiff - literally.[3]
Rarity
B
Stats (Base/+1/2/3)
Attack +67/70/73/77
8% chance to paralyse target
Notes
+20% damage to Nature family
Requires 13 Perfectionist's pearls to rework.
Price (Buy/Sell) Location
N/A / 2,250 gold Fun-Size Forge only.
Forging Difficulty
2.5
Ingredients
x2 + x2 +
Characters

The recipe book The Mothmask Prophecies contains the recipe for the dread dagger. It can be purchased at the casino in Puerto Valor for 1,000 tokens starting from act two.

Dragon Quest Walk

The Dread dagger is a 4★ knife with an Attack bonus of +30. It has the ability to teach the wielder various skills, including Cobra Strike, Sleeper Hit, and HP Hoover, as well as gaining the ability to inflict additional damage to Bugs and Poison while attacking when its weapon level increases.

In Other Languages

Language Translation Meaning
EspañolDaga aterradoraSpanish for "terrifying dagger".
FrançaisDague de papilonFrench for "butterfly dagger".
DeutschSchreckensdolchGerman for "horror/terror dagger".
ItalianoLama della morteItalian for "blade of death".

Gallery

  • The dread dagger in Stars.
    The dread dagger in Stars.

Related weapons

References

  1. ↑ Nintendo 3DS version.
  2. ↑ Nintendo DS version.
  3. ↑ Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.
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