Gladiator
Gladiator is a vocation in Dragon Quest IX, and is the advanced rank of Martial Artist. A gladiator is a fierce fighter who rains continuous carnage on the foes who face them, and can wield a sword, axe, and hammer weapon. However, their defense is mediocre and many of their best abilities will either lower their defense further or deal recoil damage; fortunately they can equip many of the heavier armor that warriors and paladins wear.
They have the unique skill set "Guts." Their Coup-de-Grace is "Tension Boost," which increases their tension to at least 50 (if not 100).
Unlock
Unlockable by completing the following quest:
Guts
| Required points | Name | Effects |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Natural Max HP +10 | Permanently adds 10 to Max HP |
| 10 | Clap Trap | Strikes an enemy |
| 16 | Natural Strength +10 | Permanently adds 10 to strength |
| 22 | Double Up | Increases attack at the cost of defense |
| 32 | Natural Max HP +20 | Permanently adds 20 to Max HP |
| 42 | Double Edged Slash | Deals high damage but harms user with recoil damage |
| 55 | Natural Strength +30 | Permanently adds 30 to strength |
| 68 | Blind Man's Biff | Attacks one random opponent |
| 82 | Natural Max HP +30 | Permanently adds 30 to Max HP |
| 100 | Feel the Burn | Increases tension every time the user is hit |