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The '''Iron axe''' is a recurring {{Axe}} weapon in the {{DQSeries}}.  
The '''iron axe''' is a recurring {{Axe}} weapon in the {{DQSeries}}.  
Introduced in the original game, it is a mid-level weapon typically restricted to more physically-oriented characters.
Introduced in the original game, it is a mid-level weapon typically restricted to more physically-oriented characters.


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
The Iron axe is the first {{Axe}} in the series to be used as a weapon. It is a simple tool for woodcutting, but can be a deadly weapon in the right hands. The axe consists of a sharpened iron head attached to the top of a wooden handle. The handle has a length of cloth wrapped around it.
The iron axe is the first {{Axe}} in the series to be used as a weapon. It is a simple tool for woodcutting, but can be a deadly weapon in the right hands. The axe consists of a sharpened iron head attached to the top of a wooden handle. The handle has a length of cloth wrapped around it.


Although it is described as being heavy and difficult to wield, it has no actual bearing on gameplay. It was originally depicted as a small hand axe, but after {{Dragon Quest VIII}}, the Iron axe now has a long enough handle to be wielded with two hands.
Although it is described as being heavy and difficult to wield, it has no actual bearing on gameplay. It was originally depicted as a small hand axe, but after {{Dragon Quest VIII}}, the iron axe now has a long enough handle to be wielded with two hands.


The axe's design was changed once again in {{X}} so that the entire weapon is made out of metal. The axe head has two grooves in it and the handle has a dark blue grip.
The axe's design was changed once again in {{X}} so that the entire weapon is made out of metal. The axe head has two grooves in it and the handle has a dark blue grip.
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==Appearances==
==Appearances==
==={{DQ}}===
==={{DQ}}===
{{Descriptions
|DQ=Can fell feebler foes with a single swing.<ref>[[Cell phone|Mobile]] and [[Nintendo Switch]] versions.</ref>
}}
In the original {{NES}} version, it was known as the ''Hand Axe''. Due to text restrictions in the {{Game Boy Color}} remake of {{DQ}}, the iron axe was simply known as ''Iron'' with a symbol of an axe next to it.
In the original {{NES}} version, it was known as the ''Hand Axe''. Due to text restrictions in the {{Game Boy Color}} remake of {{DQ}}, the iron axe was simply known as ''Iron'' with a symbol of an axe next to it.
{{DQEquipment
{{DQEquipment
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==={{DQ3}}===
==={{DQ3}}===
The Iron axe has an {{Attack}} bonus of +38 (+40 in the {{NES}} version). However, when it is equipped by [[Martial Artist]]s, it actually decreases their attack by 20. It can also be equipped by the {{Hero 3}}, [[Warrior]]s, [[Merchant]]s, and [[Gadabout]]s.
The iron axe has an {{Attack}} bonus of +38 (+40 in the {{NES}} version). However, when it is equipped by [[Martial Artist]]s, it actually decreases their attack by 20. It can also be equipped by the {{Hero 3}}, [[Warrior]]s, [[Merchant]]s, and [[Gadabout]]s.


The axe can be purchased at [[Asham]], [[Isis]], and [[Portoga]] for 2,500 {{Gold}} and sold for 1,875 {{Gold}}.
The axe can be purchased at [[Asham]], [[Isis]], and [[Portoga]] for 2,500 {{Gold}} and sold for 1,875 {{Gold}}.
==={{DQ3HD}}===
{{DQIIIHDEquipment
|header=[[File:Iron axe III HD icon.png]]
|name=<big>Iron axe</big>
|description=A sturdy axe forged from iron
|stats=Attack +37
|vocation=[[File:Gadabout iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Gadabout]][[File:Hero iconHD2D.png|50px|link= Hero (Dragon Quest III)]][[File:Martial artist iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Martial artist]][[File:Merchant iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Merchant]][[File:Warrior iconHD2D.png|50px|link=Warrior]]
|notes=N/A
|price=2900/750
|location=Sold in:<br>[[Ibis]]<br>[[Portoga]]
}}


==={{DQ7}}===
==={{DQ7}}===
The Iron axe has an {{Attack}} bonus of +38 and a {{Style}} bonus of +6. It can be equipped by the {{Hero 7}}, [[Kiefer]], [[Ruff]], and [[Aishe]].
The iron axe has an {{Attack}} bonus of +38 and a {{Style}} bonus of +6. It can be equipped by the {{Hero 7}}, [[Kiefer]], [[Ruff]], and [[Aishe]].


It is one of the few weapons that does not decrease [[Ruff]]'s {{Attack}} when equipped. The Iron axe can be purchased at {{Alltrades Abbey 7}} for 2,500 {{Gold}} and sold for 1,250 {{Gold}}.
It is one of the few weapons that does not decrease [[Ruff]]'s {{Attack}} when equipped. The Iron axe can be purchased at {{Alltrades Abbey 7}} for 2,500 {{Gold}} and sold for 1,250 {{Gold}}.


Iron axes can also be won as prizes from the Lucky Panel at the [[Casino]] near {{Alltrades Abbey 7}}. One can also acquire an Iron axe early in the game if dropped by an [[Automaton]].
Iron axes can also be won as prizes from the Lucky Panel at the [[Casino]] near {{Alltrades Abbey 7}}. One can also acquire an Iron axe early in the game if dropped by an [[automaton]].


==={{DQ8}}===
==={{DQ8}}===
The Iron axe has an attack bonus of +38.
{{Descriptions
|DQ8=A thick and sturdy axe with a cast iron head.<ref>Sony {{PlayStation 2}}, [[Cell phone|Mobile]], and [[Nintendo 3DS]] versions.</ref>
}}
The iron axe has an attack bonus of +38.


It can only be equipped by [[Yangus]]. The Iron axe appears to be the signature weapon of [[Yangus]], as he is depicted in many pieces of official art wielding it. He is seen with an Iron axe in the flashback that takes place before the game begins, but appears to have dropped it in the river by [[Trodain]].
It can only be equipped by [[Yangus]]. The iron axe appears to be the signature weapon of [[Yangus]], as he is depicted in many pieces of official art wielding it. He is seen with an iron axe in the flashback that takes place before the game begins, but appears to have dropped it in the river by [[Trodain]].


The axe can be purchased at [[Pickham]] for 2,600 {{Gold}} and sold for 1,300 {{Gold}}.
The axe can be purchased at [[Pickham]] for 2,600 {{Gold}} and sold for 1,300 {{Gold}}.


Recipe: [[Farmer's scythe]] + [[Farmer's scythe]]
Recipe: [[farmer's scythe]] + [[farmer's scythe]]


==={{DQ9}}===
==={{DQ9}}===
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==={{DQ10}}===
==={{DQ10}}===
The Iron axe has an {{Attack}} bonus of +22, a {{Style}} bonus of +2, and increases the wielder's weight by 15. It can be equipped by [[Warrior]]s, [[Ranger]]s, [[Monster Master]]s, [[Death Master]]s, and [[Pirate]]s.
The iron axe has an {{Attack}} bonus of +22, a {{Style}} bonus of +2, and increases the wielder's weight by 15. It can be equipped by [[Warrior]]s, [[Ranger]]s, [[Monster Master]]s, [[Death Master]]s, and [[Pirate]]s.


The axe can be crafted with weaponsmithing.
The axe can be crafted with weaponsmithing.


*Recipe: [[Iron ore]] x3 + [[Copper ore]] x2
*Recipe: [[iron ore]] x3 + [[copper ore]] x2


==={{DQMJ}}===
==={{DQMJ}}===
{{Descriptions
|DQMJ=A useful axe made of iron.<ref>[[Nintendo DS]] version.</ref>
}}
Iron axes can be purchased from the shop on [[Domus Isle]] for 990 {{Gold}} and sold for 445 {{Gold}}. It has an {{Attack}} bonus of +23.
Iron axes can be purchased from the shop on [[Domus Isle]] for 990 {{Gold}} and sold for 445 {{Gold}}. It has an {{Attack}} bonus of +23.


==={{DQB}}===
==={{DQB}}===
The Iron axe increases the [[Builder (Dragon Quest Builders)|Builder]]'s {{Attack}} by 30, and is created by mixing a handful of rusty nuggets with a piece of wood. It is described as being good at breaking very hard blocks.
{{Descriptions
|DQB=A heavy metal hatchet with a wooden handle.<ref>Sony {{PlayStation 4}}, PlayStation Vita, [[Nintendo Switch]], and [[Cell phone|Mobile]] versions.</ref>
}}
The iron axe increases the [[Builder (Dragon Quest Builders)|Builder]]'s {{Attack}} by 30, and is created by mixing a handful of rusty nuggets with a piece of wood. It is described as being good at breaking very hard blocks.


==={{DQB2}}===
==={{DQB2}}===
The Iron axe is one of several weapons that are exclusively used by [[Malroth]], it boosts his {{Attack}} by +56. It can be crafted from 3 iron ingots and 1 unit of wood at an anvil. The recipe is learned at level 16.
The iron axe is one of several weapons that are exclusively used by [[Malroth]], it boosts his {{Attack}} by +56. It can be crafted from 3 iron ingots and 1 unit of wood at an anvil. The recipe is learned at level 16.


==={{DQTact}}===
==={{DQTact}}===
The Iron axe is a C-rank axe that can be acquired as a reward from completing the {{Axe}}s: Intermediate level. It has an {{ATK}} bonus of +8 and two slots for [[Alchemy]] Effects.
The iron axe is a C-rank axe that can be acquired as a reward from completing the {{Axe}}s: Intermediate level. It has an {{ATK}} bonus of +8 and two slots for [[Alchemy]] Effects.
 
==Descriptions==
{{Descriptions
|DQ=Can fell feebler foes with a single swing.<ref>[[Cell phone|Mobile]] and [[Nintendo Switch]] versions.</ref>
|DQ8=A thick and sturdy axe with a cast iron head.<ref>Sony {{PlayStation 2}}, [[Cell phone|Mobile]], and [[Nintendo 3DS]] versions.</ref>
|DQ9=A meaty metal axe.<ref>[[Nintendo DS]] version.</ref>
|DQMJ=A useful axe made of iron.<ref>[[Nintendo DS]] version.</ref>
|DQB=A heavy metal hatchet with a wooden handle.<ref>Sony {{PlayStation 4}}, PlayStation Vita, [[Nintendo Switch]], and [[Cell phone|Mobile]] versions.</ref>
}}


==Other Languages==
==Other Languages==
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[[Category:Dragon Quest I weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest I weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest III weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest III weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VII weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VII weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VIII weapons]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VIII weapons]]

Revision as of 23:43, 14 December 2024

Iron axe
Japanese てつのオノ
てつのおの
Romaji Tetsu no ono
Old localisations Hand axe
Battle axe
Found in Dragon Quest
Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation
Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past
Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
Dragon Quest X
Dragon Quest Builders
Dragon Quest Builders 2
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2
Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below
Dragon Quest Heroes II
Dragon Quest Tact
Effect Increases the wielder's Attack.

The iron axe is a recurring Axe weapon in the Dragon Quest series. Introduced in the original game, it is a mid-level weapon typically restricted to more physically-oriented characters.

Characteristics

The iron axe is the first Axe in the series to be used as a weapon. It is a simple tool for woodcutting, but can be a deadly weapon in the right hands. The axe consists of a sharpened iron head attached to the top of a wooden handle. The handle has a length of cloth wrapped around it.

Although it is described as being heavy and difficult to wield, it has no actual bearing on gameplay. It was originally depicted as a small hand axe, but after Dragon Quest VIII, the iron axe now has a long enough handle to be wielded with two hands.

The axe's design was changed once again in X so that the entire weapon is made out of metal. The axe head has two grooves in it and the handle has a dark blue grip.

Appearances

Dragon Quest

GameDescription
Can fell feebler foes with a single swing.[1]

In the original NES version, it was known as the Hand Axe. Due to text restrictions in the Game Boy Color remake of Dragon Quest, the iron axe was simply known as Iron with a symbol of an axe next to it.

Iron axe (てつのおの Tetsu no ono)
Buy Sell Attributes
560 gold coins 280 gold coins Attack +15
Can Be Equipped By Equipment Type Can Be Used As Tool In Battle?
Axe NO
Shop(s) Galenholm, Kol, Rimuldar, and Cantlin
Location(s)
In-Game Description
Mobile Can fell feebler foes with a single swing.

Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation

The iron axe has an Attack bonus of +38 (+40 in the NES version). However, when it is equipped by Martial Artists, it actually decreases their attack by 20. It can also be equipped by the Hero, Warriors, Merchants, and Gadabouts.

The axe can be purchased at Asham, Isis, and Portoga for 2,500 gold coins and sold for 1,875 gold coins.

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake

Iron axe
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake
Description
A sturdy axe forged from iron
Stats Vocations
Attack +37
Notes
N/A
Price Location
2900/750 Sold in:
Ibis
Portoga

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past

The iron axe has an Attack bonus of +38 and a Style bonus of +6. It can be equipped by the Hero, Kiefer, Ruff, and Aishe.

It is one of the few weapons that does not decrease Ruff's Attack when equipped. The Iron axe can be purchased at Alltrades Abbey for 2,500 gold coins and sold for 1,250 gold coins.

Iron axes can also be won as prizes from the Lucky Panel at the Casino near Alltrades Abbey. One can also acquire an Iron axe early in the game if dropped by an automaton.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King

GameDescription
A thick and sturdy axe with a cast iron head.[2]

The iron axe has an attack bonus of +38.

It can only be equipped by Yangus. The iron axe appears to be the signature weapon of Yangus, as he is depicted in many pieces of official art wielding it. He is seen with an iron axe in the flashback that takes place before the game begins, but appears to have dropped it in the river by Trodain.

The axe can be purchased at Pickham for 2,600 gold coins and sold for 1,300 gold coins.

Recipe: farmer's scythe + farmer's scythe

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies

Iron axe
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
Description
A meaty metal axe.
Rarity Stats Vocations
★☆☆☆☆ Attack +30
Notes
Upgrades into Golden axe or Steel axe.
Price Location
1,800 gold coins/900 gold coins Sold in Port Llaffan.
Ingredient 1 Ingredient 2 Ingredient 3
- - -

Dragon Quest X

The iron axe has an Attack bonus of +22, a Style bonus of +2, and increases the wielder's weight by 15. It can be equipped by Warriors, Rangers, Monster Masters, Death Masters, and Pirates.

The axe can be crafted with weaponsmithing.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker

GameDescription
A useful axe made of iron.[3]

Iron axes can be purchased from the shop on Domus Isle for 990 gold coins and sold for 445 gold coins. It has an Attack bonus of +23.

Dragon Quest Builders

GameDescription
A heavy metal hatchet with a wooden handle.[4]

The iron axe increases the Builder's Attack by 30, and is created by mixing a handful of rusty nuggets with a piece of wood. It is described as being good at breaking very hard blocks.

Dragon Quest Builders 2

The iron axe is one of several weapons that are exclusively used by Malroth, it boosts his Attack by +56. It can be crafted from 3 iron ingots and 1 unit of wood at an anvil. The recipe is learned at level 16.

Dragon Quest Tact

The iron axe is a C-rank axe that can be acquired as a reward from completing the Axes: Intermediate level. It has an ATK bonus of +8 and two slots for Alchemy Effects.

Other Languages

Language Translation Meaning
EspañolHacha de hierroSpanish for "iron axe".
FrançaisHache de ferFrench for "iron axe".
DeutschEisenaxtGerman for "iron axe".
ItalianoAscia di ferroItalian for "iron axe".

Gallery

References

  1. ↑ Mobile and Nintendo Switch versions.
  2. ↑ Sony PlayStation 2, Mobile, and Nintendo 3DS versions.
  3. ↑ Nintendo DS version.
  4. ↑ Sony PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, Nintendo Switch, and Mobile versions.

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