Tortoise shell
The tortoise shell, also known as the turtle shell, turtle armor, or shell suit, is a recurring set of armor in the Dragon Quest series. This large shell serves as makeshift protection, and does not slow down the wearer.
Appearances
Dragon Quest III
The tortoise shell has a defence bonus of +15, and it can be worn by Mages, Merchants and Gadabouts. It can be purchased in Reeve for 330 gold.
Dragon Quest V
The tortoise shell has a defense bonus of +33.
Dragon Quest VI
The tortoise shell may be equipped by Nevan, Amos, and all of the slime recruits. It provides +33 defense, -15 style, and costs 2,500g.
Dragon Quest VII
The tortoise shell has a defence bonus of +33, but it reduces style by 15. It can only be equipped by Ruff and it can be purchased in La Bravoure, Al-Balad's Palace, and Gröndal for 3,800 gold and sold for 1,900. Tortoise shells can also be won from the Lucky Panel at the Casino.
Dragon Quest VIII
The turtle shell has a defense bonus of +37. Only Yangus can wear it.
Dragon Quest IX
| Tortoise shell | |
|---|---|
| Defence | +22 |
| Equipable by | |
| Buy Price | 1550g |
| Sell Price | 775g |
| Flavor text | An uninspiring piece of armour that nonetheless shelldom lets you down. |
| Tortoiseshell armour | |
|---|---|
| Defence | +30 |
| Equipable by | |
| Buy Price | 0g |
| Sell Price | 1650g |
| Flavor text | An eccentric enhancement of the tortoise shell. |
| Notes | Created by combining the Tortoise shell with two clumps of emerald moss and two tortoiseshell pieces. |
Gallery
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Dragon Quest VII -
The tortoise shell from Dragon Quest VII
