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|japanese = ぶんまわし
|japanese = ぶんまわし
|romaji = Bunmawashi
|romaji = Bunmawashi
|translation = Wild Swing
|translation = Vigorous/wild swing
|first = {{DQ10}}
|first = {{DQ10}}
|other = Twister Fists
}}
}}
'''Helichopter''' is a skill in the series.
'''Helichopter''' is a skill in the series.


==Characteristics==
==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.
This ability 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==
==={{DQ2HD}}===
==={{DQ2HD}}===
Helichopter costs 12 MP to use and inflicts around 90% damage as a normal attack to a single group of enemies. It can be learned by the [[Prince of Midenhall]] at level 38.  
Helichopter costs 12 MP to use and inflicts around 90% damage to a single group of enemies. It can be learned by the [[Prince of Midenhall]] at level 38.  
* When his HP is below 50% or he is under the effects of [[Focus Pocus]], the [[Souped-Up Skill]] [[Backhander]] becomes available to use by holding down a button, depending on which version of the game is being played. The player must have the [[Soul Sigil]] in their possession to use it.
* When his HP is below 50% or he is under the effects of [[Focus Pocus]], the [[Souped-Up Skill]] [[Backhander]] becomes available to use by holding down a button, depending on which version of the game is being played. The player must have the [[Soul Sigil]] in their possession to use it.
{{Descriptions
{{Descriptions
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==={{DQ3HD}}===
==={{DQ3HD}}===
Helichopter can be learned by a [[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. The ability can be used with any weapon equipped.
Helichopter costs 8 MP to use and inflicts 90~95% Physical-type damage to a single group of enemies. It can be learned by a [[Merchant]] starting at level 26 if their {{Wisdom}} exceeds 72 points. The ability can be used with any weapon equipped.
{{Descriptions
{{Descriptions
|DQIIIHD=Swipes at a group of enemies with a great swing of your weapon.<ref>Nintendo Switch, Sony PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam versions.</ref>
|DQIIIHD=Swipes at a group of enemies with a great swing of your weapon.<ref>Nintendo Switch, Sony PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam versions.</ref>
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==={{DQ7R}}===
==={{DQ7R}}===
{{Stub}}
Known as '''Twister Fists''' in this game, it costs 4 MP to use and deals damage to a single group of enemies. It is learned by reaching ★3 as a [[Pirate]].
Is called '''Twister Fists''' in this game.


==={{DQ10}}===
==={{DQ10}}===
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.
Helichopter costs 4 MP to use and deals approximately 170% damage to all enemies in a radius of five meters around the user. It can be learned by a [[Warrior]], [[Gladiator]], [[Monster Wrangler]], [[Demon Swordsman]], and [[Guardian (vocation)|Guardian]] by investing 35 points into their Greatswords skill. Originally, it dealt the same amount of damage as a normal attack, until the damage was increased in Version 3.4. The damage can be increased further up to 18% by investing 180 skill points into the Greatswords skill.
* 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.
 
===={{DQ10|Off}}====
Helichopter costs 4 MP to use and deals 168% normal attack damage to a single group of enemies. It can be learned by the {{Hero 10}} as a [[Warrior]] or [[Gladiator]], and [[Hussar]] through the ''Greatswords'' panel in their Character Builders for 5 skill points, with Hussar already knowing the skill when he joins the party. 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.
Helichopter costs 4 MP to use, dealing the same amount of damage as a normal attack to a single group of enemies. It can be learned by the {{Hero 11}} and [[Hendrik]] through the ''Greatswords'' panel in their Character Builders for 7 skill points.
{{Descriptions
{{Descriptions
|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>
|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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==={{DQTact}}===
==={{DQTact}}===
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.
Helichopter costs 7 MP to use and inflicts 110% potency physical damage to all enemies in a radius of 1 around the user. It 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. 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]].
{{DQTactSkill
{{DQTactSkill
|name=Helichopter
|name=Helichopter
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|description=Deals physical damage (110% potency) to all enemies in area of effect
|description=Deals physical damage (110% potency) to all enemies in area of effect
|monsters=Brownie, Golem, Green dragon, Hammerhood, Hoodlum, Mandrake mercenary, Troll, Wild beast, Wooper trooper
|monsters=Brownie, Golem, Green dragon, Hammerhood, Hoodlum, Mandrake mercenary, Troll, Wild beast, Wooper trooper
}}
}}*There are also several variations of the skill that deal elemental damage, including [[Burning Helichopter]], [[Firetwister]], [[Frigidtwister]], [[Lightning Whorl]], [[Booming Helichopter]], and [[Hellichopter]].


==={{AHB}}===
==={{AHB}}===
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|de=Hackschrauber|de-meaning=From the German verb ''{{tt|hacken|to hack, to chop}}'' and ''{{tt|Schraube|screw}}''.
|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".
|it=Danni taglienti|it-meaning=Italian for "sharp damage".
|zh-cn={{tt|大回转|Dà huízhuǎn}}|zh-cn-meaning=Simplified Chinese for "big swing".
|zh-tw={{tt|迴旋|Huíxuán}} (''Tact'')|zh-tw-meaning=Traditional Chinese verb which means "to circle, to wheel around".
}}
}}


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==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 type)|boomerangs]]
*[[Power Throw]], a similar ability for [[Boomerang (weapon type)|boomerangs]]
*[[Rolling Attack]]
*[[Rolling Attack]]
*[[Spinning Wheel]]
*[[Spinning Wheel]]
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==References==
==References==
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[[Category:Skills]]
[[Category:Skills]]
[[Category:Strike skills]]
[[Category:Strike skills]]
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[[Category:Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake skills]]
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[[Category:Dragon Quest Tact skills]]
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[[Category:Dragon Quest of the Stars skills]]
[[Category:A Hero's Bonds skills]]
[[Category:A Hero's Bonds skills]]


[[es:Molinillo Salvaje]]
[[fr:Hélicouptère]]
[[fr:Hélicouptère]]

Latest revision as of 23:14, 24 September 2026

Helichopter is a skill in the series.

Characteristics[edit | edit source]

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

Appearances[edit | edit source]

Dragon Quest II HD-2D Remake[edit | edit source]

Helichopter costs 12 MP to use and inflicts around 90% damage to a single group of enemies. It can be learned by the Prince of Midenhall at level 38.

  • When his HP is below 50% or he is under the effects of Focus Pocus, the Souped-Up Skill Backhander becomes available to use by holding down a button, depending on which version of the game is being played. The player must have the Soul Sigil in their possession to use it.
GameDescription
Swipes at a group of enemies with a great swing of your weapon.[1]

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake[edit | edit source]

Helichopter costs 8 MP to use and inflicts 90~95% Physical-type damage to a single group of enemies. It can be learned by a Merchant starting at level 26 if their Wisdom exceeds 72 points. The ability can be used with any weapon equipped.

GameDescription
Swipes at a group of enemies with a great swing of your weapon.[2]

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined[edit | edit source]

Known as Twister Fists in this game, it costs 4 MP to use and deals damage to a single group of enemies. It is learned by reaching ★3 as a Pirate.

Dragon Quest X [edit | edit source]

Helichopter costs 4 MP to use and deals approximately 170% damage to all enemies in a radius of five meters around the user. It can be learned by a Warrior, Gladiator, Monster Wrangler, Demon Swordsman, and Guardian by investing 35 points into their Greatswords skill. Originally, it dealt the same amount of damage as a normal attack, until the damage was increased in Version 3.4. The damage can be increased further up to 18% by investing 180 skill points into the Greatswords skill.

Dragon Quest X Offline[edit | edit source]

Helichopter costs 4 MP to use and deals 168% normal attack damage to a single group of enemies. It can be learned by the Hero as a Warrior or Gladiator, and Hussar through the Greatswords panel in their Character Builders for 5 skill points, with Hussar already knowing the skill when he joins the party. The damage can be increased further with skill-up panels.

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age[edit | edit source]

Helichopter costs 4 MP to use, dealing the same amount of damage as a normal attack to a single group of enemies. It can be learned by the Hero and Hendrik through the Greatswords panel in their Character Builders for 7 skill points.

GameDescription
Swipes at a group of enemies with a great swing of the sword.[3]

Dragon Quest of the Stars[edit | edit source]

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[edit | edit source]

Helichopter costs 7 MP to use and inflicts 110% potency physical damage to all enemies in a radius of 1 around the user. It 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. Helichopter can also be taught to any non-Hero unit by using an ability scroll.

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

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

Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai: A Hero's Bonds[edit | edit source]

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[edit | edit source]

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".
中文大回转Simplified Chinese for "big swing".
中文 (繁體)迴旋 (Tact)Traditional Chinese verb which means "to circle, to wheel around".

Trivia[edit | edit source]

  • One of the interpretations for Helichopter's Japanese name Bunmawashi (ぶんまわし) is a rare and archaic term for a compass used to draw circles. They were originally imported from Portugal.

Related skills[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Sony PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam versions.
  2. ↑ Nintendo Switch, Sony PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam versions.
  3. ↑ Sony PlayStation 4, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One versions.
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