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{{Character
|Name=Gracos
|Name=Gracos
|Game={{Dragon Quest VI}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VII}}
|Game={{Dragon Quest VI}}<br>{{Dragon Quest VII}}<br>{{Dragon Quest X}}
|Image=[[File:DQMJ Gracos.png|300px|center]]
|Image=[[File:DQMJ Gracos.png|300px|center]]
|Sprite=[[Image:Glacos.gif|100px]]
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'''Gracos''' is a recurring monster and antagonist in the {{DQSeries}}. He is typically depicted as an overweight [[Merman]]-like monster wielding a [[Gracos' trident|pole-arm]].
'''Gracos''' is a recurring monster and antagonist in the {{DQSeries}}, first appearing in ''[[Dragon Quest VI]]'' as one of the Dread Fiends. He is a bulky [[Merman]]-like monster wielding a [[Gracos' trident|polearm]].


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
Gracos is likely a more powerful form of a Merman, as he shares many of his characteristics with this monster, particularly the placement of his fins. Gracos differs from this common monster by means of his greater girth, thicker lips, wristbands and weapon: a pole-arm with a crescent-shaped blade on the end.
Gracos is likely a more powerful form of a Merman, as he shares many of his characteristics with this monster, particularly the placement of his fins. Gracos differs from this common monster by means of his greater girth, thicker lips, wristbands and weapon: a polearm with a crescent-shaped blade on the end. In his original appearance, Gracos had green scales, changing to blue scales when he reappeared in ''VII'', which he kept for many years in spinoff games in the series. However, for the Nintendo DS remake of ''VI'', Gracos instead had the purple and red color scheme of his descendant. In the Nintendo 3DS remake of ''VII'' and other games going forward, the sea demon reverted to his original green coloration.


Having first appeared as a boss monster, Gracos typically fulfills that same role in his other appearances and is powerful as such. He possesses great physical might and is adept at using magic and abilities as well.
Having first appeared as a boss monster, Gracos typically fulfills that same role in his other appearances and is powerful as such. He possesses great physical might and is adept at using magic and abilities as well, in particular having an affinity for both ice magic and breath attacks.


In {{DQ6}}, Gracos maintains the seal on [[Sorceria]] and defeating him enables access to the city. Gracos is the least competent of the Dread Fiends, sleeping on the job and unintentionally informing the party of his [[Mortamor|master's]] plans at the slightest inquiry.
In {{DQ6}}, Gracos maintains the seal on [[Sorceria]] and defeating him enables access to the city. Gracos is the least competent of the Dread Fiends, sleeping on the job and unintentionally informing the party of his [[Mortamor|master's]] plans at the slightest inquiry.
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|name=Gracos
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|kanji=グラコス
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|bestiaryNumber=#231
|spells=[[Kacrackle]]
|spells=[[Kacrackle]]
|skills=Mow down party (75% damage to party)<br>[[Chilly Breath]]
|skills=Flails his weapon about fiercely (125% damage)<br>[[Clean Sweep|Mow down party]] (75% damage to party)<br>[[Chilly Breath]]
|locations=[[Seabed Shrine]]
|locations=[[Seabed Shrine]]
|items=[[Gracos' trident]] (100%)
|items=[[Gracos' trident]] (100%)
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|burning-breath-resist=100%
|burning-breath-resist=100%
|army-resist=25%
|army-resist=25%
|remake-sprites=[[Image:Gracos DQVI DS.png]]
}}
}}


==={{DQ7}}===
==={{DQ7}}===
{{Enemy
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|name=Gracos
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|sprite=[[Image:Merking VI DS.png]]
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|skills=Occasionally acts twice per turn<br>[[Party Pooper|Mows down the party]] (75% damage to entire party)<br>[[Chilly Breath]]<br>[[Tsunami]] (PS1 only)<br>[[Jolly Rager]] (3DS only)<br>[[Venom Mist]]
|locations=Ocean
|locations=[[Sunken Citadel]] (past)
|}}
|items=None
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Making his second appearance as a boss, Gracos is the one responsible for flooding [[Wetlock]] in the past and must be confronted in order to set things right. When the party reaches his throne room in the Sunken Citadel, he will send a group of three [[Sunken spirit]]s to fight them, which are not too difficult. Gracos will then challenge the party himself. Old Man Riffer will arrive to lend his aid, playing his torban to allow the spirits to rest. He will also restore the party's HP and MP completely before the battle.


Making his second appearance as a boss, Gracos is the one responsible for flooding [[Wetlock]] in the past and must be confronted in order to set things right.
====Strategy====
The battle against Gracos is one of the toughest the player will have faced thus far. He can attack twice in one round and hit the party very hard. He is immune to [[Sap]] and has a high resistance to [[Dazzle]]. Finally, he has a very high resistance to ice spells and skills so these should be avoided completely.


====Strategy====
There is a small grace as [[Florin|Old Man Riffer]] joins this fight as a temporary party member. Even still, Gracos shouldn't be taken lightly. [[Woolly Blanket]] or [[Insulatle]] does wonders for this battle, as well as [[Kabuff]] and [[Buff]]. If the player managed to get [[Heavy armour]] from the Lucky Panel, it should be equipped on both the {{Hero 7}} and [[Ruff]]. Otherwise, a [[Magical skirt]] for [[Maribel]] and a [[Magic vestment]] for Ruff are great options.
Gracos is a tough fight. He can attack twice in one round and hit the party very hard. He is immune to Sap and has a high resistance to [[Dazzle]]. Finally, he has a very high resistance to ice spells and skills so these should be avoided completely.


There is a small grace as [[Florin]] joins this fight. Even still, Gracos shouldn't be taken lightly. The [[Shepherd]]'s [[Insulatle]] technique does wonders for this battle as well as [[Kabuff]] and [[Buff]]. Armor that protects against ice is a must. The [[Martial Artist]]'s [[Wind Sickles]] should be used regularly as well as the Shepherd's [[Lambpede]] attack and the Hybrid skill Sword Dance.
The [[Martial Artist]]'s [[Wind Sickles]] should be used regularly, as well as skills such as [[Sword Dance]] and [[Falcon Slash]]. If Maribel has a chance to attack, she should cast [[Frizzle]] regularly. Old Man Riffer can attack and cast [[Bang]] against Gracos, but his damage is negligible.


Do not rely on Jann to heal the party. If you are in need of healing, have [[Maribel Mayde]] use the [[Staff of salvation]].
Do not rely on Old Man Riffer to heal the party. Maribel or Ruff should carry the [[Staff of salvation]] in their inventory since they both have high Agility. It is also recommended that each party member have at least one [[Antidotal herb]] in case they are envenomated by Gracos's mist. [[Hustle Dance]] can also be a major boon if the player has managed to advance to become a [[Luminary (vocation)|Luminary]]. The battle can be very difficult, as the player is unable to return to the present and change their vocations once the flood has begun.


==={{DQM2}}===
==={{DQM2}}===
{{DQM2Enemy
{{DQM2Enemy
|name=Grakos
|name=Grakos
|kanji= グラコス
|kanji=グラコス
|romanji=Gurakosu
|romanji=Gurakosu
|sprite=[[File:Grakos.png]]
|sprite=[[File:Grakos.png]]
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|wisdom=6/10
|wisdom=6/10
|agility=6/10
|agility=6/10
|family= [[Aquatic family|Water]]
|family=[[Aquatic family|Water]]
|in-game-description=
|in-game-description=
|abilities=[[HighJump]], [[Sandstorm]], [[Oomph|TwinHits]]
|abilities=[[HighJump]], [[Sandstorm]], [[Oomph|TwinHits]]
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|rank=[[Image:DQTact Rank Icon S.png|48px]]
|rank=[[Image:DQTact Rank Icon S.png|48px]]
|role=[[Image:DQTact MagicType.png|48px]]<br>Magic
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|agility=462
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|weight=50
|weight=50
|bskill1=[[Ice Blocks]]
|bskill1=[[Ice Blocks]]
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==Etymology==
==Etymology==
Gracos is a transliteration of ''Glaucus''--one of the half-human sons of the god Poseidon. He is a patron of sailors whose story is detailed in Ovid's ''Metamorphosis''.
Gracos is a transliteration of ''[[Wikipedia:Glaucus|Glaucus]]''--one of the half-human sons of the god Poseidon. He is a patron of sailors whose story is detailed in Ovid's ''Metamorphosis''.


==See also==
==See also==
*[[Gracos' trident]]
*[[Gracos' trident]]


==Related Monsters==
==Related monsters==
===Similar species===
*[[Gracos V]]
*[[Gracos V]]
*[[Merderer]]
*[[Merderer]]
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Gracos_Super_Famicom.png|{{Super Famicom}} art.
Gracos_Super_Famicom.png|{{Super Famicom}} art.
Gracos.gif|{{Dragon Quest VII}} - a possible capture error has the shaft and end of his weapon in the corner.
Gracos.gif|{{Dragon Quest VII}} - a possible capture error has the shaft and end of his weapon in the corner.
DQVII Gracos.jpg|Boss encounter in the 3DS version.
DQX Gracos.jpg|Gracos in ''X''.
DQX Offline Gracos.jpg|Boss encounter in ''X Offline''.
Grakos.png|''Dragon Quest Monsters 2''.
Grakos.png|''Dragon Quest Monsters 2''.
Gracos DQMJ DS.png|''Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker''.
Gracos DQMJ DS.png|''Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker''.
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DQ Stars Android Gracos 2.jpg|
DQ Stars Android Gracos 2.jpg|
DQ Stars Android Gracos 3.jpg|
DQ Stars Android Gracos 3.jpg|
DQR Gracos.png|''Rivals'' card
DQR Demon Lord Gracos.png
DQT Sealion Gracos.jpg|Maulrus and Gracos in ''Tact''.
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Revision as of 03:59, 13 July 2022

Gracos
Dragon Quest VI
Dragon Quest VII
Dragon Quest X
Sprite(s) File:Glacos.gif
Japanese name グラコス
Romaji Gurakosu
Old localisation Grakos
Title Dread Fiend
Family Gracos V (descendant)

Gracos is a recurring monster and antagonist in the Dragon Quest series, first appearing in Dragon Quest VI as one of the Dread Fiends. He is a bulky Merman-like monster wielding a polearm.

Characteristics

Gracos is likely a more powerful form of a Merman, as he shares many of his characteristics with this monster, particularly the placement of his fins. Gracos differs from this common monster by means of his greater girth, thicker lips, wristbands and weapon: a polearm with a crescent-shaped blade on the end. In his original appearance, Gracos had green scales, changing to blue scales when he reappeared in VII, which he kept for many years in spinoff games in the series. However, for the Nintendo DS remake of VI, Gracos instead had the purple and red color scheme of his descendant. In the Nintendo 3DS remake of VII and other games going forward, the sea demon reverted to his original green coloration.

Having first appeared as a boss monster, Gracos typically fulfills that same role in his other appearances and is powerful as such. He possesses great physical might and is adept at using magic and abilities as well, in particular having an affinity for both ice magic and breath attacks.

In Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation, Gracos maintains the seal on Sorceria and defeating him enables access to the city. Gracos is the least competent of the Dread Fiends, sleeping on the job and unintentionally informing the party of his master's plans at the slightest inquiry.

Appearances

Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation

Gracos (グラコス, Gurakosu )
Big Book of Beasts No. : #231
Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation
Sprites Attributes
SFC Remakes HP MP EXP Gold Attack Defence Agility Evasion
File:Glacos.gif 3,000 50 3,700 900 210 210 80 0%
Resistances
Frizz Sizz Fire Breath Bang Crack Cool Breath Woosh Rock Zap Whack Paralysis
25% 25% 25% 25% 100% 100% 25% 0% 0% 100% 100%
Army Poison Stun Poof Dazzle Sleep Fizzle Fuddle Sap Drain Magic Ban Dance
25% 100% 100% 100% 50% 100% 50% 100% 100% 15% 100%
Additional information
Spells Skills Locations Dropped item
Kacrackle Flails his weapon about fiercely (125% damage)
Mow down party (75% damage to party)
Chilly Breath 		Seabed Shrine Gracos' trident (100%)
Notable changes in the remakes None


Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past

Gracos (グラコス, Gurakosu )
Big Book of Beasts No. : #301
Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past
Sprite Attributes
HP MP EXP Gold Attack Defence Agility Evasion Recruit Rate
1,400 90 1,320 720 165 85 65 0/64 N/a
Resistances
Frizz Sizz Fire Breath Bang Crack Cool Breath Woosh Rock Zap Whack Paralysis
0% 0% 0% 0% 60% 50% 0% 15% 0% 100% 100%
Army Poison Stun Poof Dazzle Sleep Fizzle Fuddle Sap Drain Magic Ban Dance
50% 100% 100% 100% 50% 100% 100% 100% 100% 0% 100%
Additional information
Spells Skills Locations Dropped item
None Occasionally acts twice per turn
Mows down the party (75% damage to entire party)
Chilly Breath
Tsunami (PS1 only)
Jolly Rager (3DS only)
Venom Mist 		Sunken Citadel (past) None
Notable changes in the remakes Uses Jolly Rager instead of Tidal Wave.

Making his second appearance as a boss, Gracos is the one responsible for flooding Wetlock in the past and must be confronted in order to set things right. When the party reaches his throne room in the Sunken Citadel, he will send a group of three Sunken spirits to fight them, which are not too difficult. Gracos will then challenge the party himself. Old Man Riffer will arrive to lend his aid, playing his torban to allow the spirits to rest. He will also restore the party's HP and MP completely before the battle.

Strategy

The battle against Gracos is one of the toughest the player will have faced thus far. He can attack twice in one round and hit the party very hard. He is immune to Sap and has a high resistance to Dazzle. Finally, he has a very high resistance to ice spells and skills so these should be avoided completely.

There is a small grace as Old Man Riffer joins this fight as a temporary party member. Even still, Gracos shouldn't be taken lightly. Woolly Blanket or Insulatle does wonders for this battle, as well as Kabuff and Buff. If the player managed to get Heavy armour from the Lucky Panel, it should be equipped on both the Hero and Ruff. Otherwise, a Magical skirt for Maribel and a Magic vestment for Ruff are great options.

The Martial Artist's Wind Sickles should be used regularly, as well as skills such as Sword Dance and Falcon Slash. If Maribel has a chance to attack, she should cast Frizzle regularly. Old Man Riffer can attack and cast Bang against Gracos, but his damage is negligible.

Do not rely on Old Man Riffer to heal the party. Maribel or Ruff should carry the Staff of salvation in their inventory since they both have high Agility. It is also recommended that each party member have at least one Antidotal herb in case they are envenomated by Gracos's mist. Hustle Dance can also be a major boon if the player has managed to advance to become a Luminary. The battle can be very difficult, as the player is unable to return to the present and change their vocations once the flood has begun.

Dragon Quest Monsters 2

Grakos (グラコス Gurakosu)
Dragon Quest Monsters 2
Sprite Level cap * HP growth MP growth
55 7/10 7/10
Strength growth Resilience growth Wisdom growth Agility growth
8/10 7/10 6/10 6/10
Family Water
In-game description
Abilities HighJump, Sandstorm, TwinHits
Habitat
Breeding chart Water family x ??? family
Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath Resistance * Bang Resistance *
None Strong None None
Crack Resistance * Ice Breath Resistance * Woosh Resistance * Rock/Army Resistance *
Weak Strong None Strong
Water Resistance * Zap Resistance * Gigaslash Resistance Magic Burst Resistance
Immune None Weak None
Drain Magic Resistance * Whack Resistance * Kamikazee Resistance * Poison Resistance *
Weak Immune Weak Strong
Paralysis Resistance * Fuddle Resistance * Snooze Resistance * Dazzle Resistance *
Strong Strong Strong Strong
Fizzle Resistance Ban Dance Resistance Gobstopper Resistance Stun Resistance *
Weak Strong Strong Strong
Sap Resistance * Decelerate Resistance * Curse Resistance
Strong Immune Strong

Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart

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Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker

Gracos also has a small role in the piracy side-quest of the game, being summoned as one of the many monsters the player must confront while tracking down Captain Crow.

Gracos
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker
Sprite Attributes
Familiy Rank Traits Skills Resistances
Demon A - Crack & Zap Healed by Water, Fizzleproof
Additional information
Description The legendary king rules over all the monsters of the sea.
Weapons Swords, Spears, Axes, Staves
Location -
Breeding chart Merman or Octavian sentry x Archdemon

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2

Gracos
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2
Sprite Attributes
Familiy Rank Size Traits Skills
Demon A S Wooshmeister, Crackmeister Crack & Zap
Resistances
Immune to Fizzle and Magical Sabotage
Additional information
Weapons Swords, Axes, Spears, Staves
Location -
Breeding chart Belial x Merman or Octavian sentry

Dragon Quest Tact

Gracos appears as a S-rank monster of the Nature family as part of the limited Dragon Quest VI event. He can be faced in Chapter 3, Episode 4: Gracos Appears of the event quests, as well as a boss in Free the Phantom Realm! where he must be defeated, along with the other three Dread Fiends to face Mortamor. Gracos eventually appeared on his own banner alongside Maulrus as part of the 1-Year Wrap Party post-anniversary event.

[[File:Tact Icon
Nature.png|link=
Nature family|30px]] [[File:DQTact Rank Icon .png|24px]] Gracos (グラコス Gurakosu)
Dragon Quest Tact
Image
Attributes
Role Max level HP MP Move
[[File:DQTact
MagicType.png|30px]]
Magic		 130 1,195 455 2
Attack Defence Agility Wisdom Weight
250 372 462 463 50
Resistances
Frizz Sizz Crack Woosh Bang
Half Res Half Res Normal Very Weak Normal
Zap Zam Snooze Poison Physical Lock
Very Weak Normal Immune Normal Normal
Spell Lock Martial Lock Breath Lock Hobble * Stun *
Half Res Normal Super Weak Half Res Normal
Dazzle Curse Paralysis Confusion Charm
Normal Normal Super Weak Normal Normal
Skills
Basic skills Awakening skills
Ice Blocks
Nightmare Breath*
Waterfall*		 Wave Rider / Stats Up
Frizz Res +25 / Stats Up
Crack-type Spell Potency +5% / Stats Up
Deep Sea Curse: Grants x1.5 spell potency/effects for 1 turn at action start on turn 2.
Sizz Res +25 / Stats Up
Crack-type Spell Potency +5% / Stats Up
Sleep Success Rate +10%
Perks
Basic perks Max HP +30
DEF +20
Auto HP/MP Regen (S): Restores HP and MP at action start.
Waterfall Potency +2%
Leader perk Raises spell potency of Nature family allies, including himself, by 20% in a 5x5 square around him.
Awakening perk Wave Rider: Raises WIS and Move for 3 turns at action start on even turns until turn 10.


Etymology

Gracos is a transliteration of Glaucus--one of the half-human sons of the god Poseidon. He is a patron of sailors whose story is detailed in Ovid's Metamorphosis.

See also

Related monsters

Similar species

Trivia

  • Each of the four Dread Fiends could be seen as representing one of the four elements. In Gracos's case, he represents water.

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