Kacrack (Mahyado)

Kacrack
Japanese	マヒャド
Rōmaji	Mahyado
Type	Offensive
First appearance	Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation
Dragon Warrior naming	IceSpears; BlizMost

Kacrack is a spell in the Dragon Quest series. It pierces all enemies with ice damage.

Localization history[edit | edit source]

The spell named マヒャド Mahyado in Japanese used to be called Kacrackle. Since then, with the arrival of a next tier Crack spell - マヒャドデス Mahyadodesu -, the name Kacrackle was used for that spell instead, while this one was renamed Kacrack.
Additionally, mostly on numbered games until Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen, there was the spell ヒャダイン Hyadain that was also named Kacrack. For uses of that specific spell, see Kacrack (Hyadain)

Appearances[edit | edit source]

Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation[edit | edit source]

Kacrackle is learned by Mages and Sages at level 26 in the original version due to a programming bug, and at level 32 in all subsequent remakes. Deals between 88~112 points of damage and costs 12 MP to cast, paralleling Kasizzle. In the NES version of Dragon Warrior III, it is called Snowstorm, while in the Game Boy version it is called Blizzard.

The enemies Leger-de-Man, franticore, manticore, WhiteLion, and Zoma can use this spell to deal 55~67 damage to the party.

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

Kacrackle is learned by Mages and Sages at level 34 if their wisdom exceeds 158 points. Kacrackle costs 14 MP and deals up to 119~161 damage to all enemies. As with all multi-targeting attack spells Kacrackle's power is increased if it is used against a smaller number of foes, being 130% damage against a single monster, 120% against two monsters, and 110% damage when used on three monsters.

When cast by monsters Kacrackle will deal 88~116 damage to the party.

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen[edit | edit source]

Kacrackle damages a group of foes for 88~112 damage, and costs 11 MP to cast. It is learned by Borya at level 32. The 9th Chosen One starts out with this spell upon joining. In the NES version of Dragon Warrior IV, it is called Blizzard; instead, the name Snowstorm was given to Crackle.

The enemies freeze fly, abullddon, and Aamon can use this spell against the party fro 55~67 damage.

Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride[edit | edit source]

Due to the removal of Kacrack from the spell list, Kacrackle's range has been increased to target all foes on screen. In exchange, the damage range has been reduced slightly to 80~104. It is learned by the following playable characters and costs 12 MP to cast.

Name	Level
Moosifer	15
Old man of the sea	20
Orc king	20
Madchen	30
Powie yowie	30
Man o' war	50

Pazuzu, bilhaw, drakenstein, and Queen Ferz use it as enemies for 55~67 damage.

Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation[edit | edit source]

This spell is learned by advancing to rank 6 of the Sage vocation and exhibits the same traits as in the previous installment.

It is used by the enemies disgustling, Gracos, demon-at-arms, and demon stewards for 60~70 damage.

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past[edit | edit source]

Kacrackle will be learned by Sages at rank 3 and Druids at rank 2.

It can be cast by the enemies fright knight, general motor, beastly priests, and the Water Spirit.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King[edit | edit source]

Kacrackle is learned by Jessica after an event, and is affected by her tension. Its base damage ranges from 65~85 before her Wisdom hits 200, with a cap of 138~157 after her Wisdom gets to 480. It costs 12 magic points to cast.

In the 3DS port, the spell's base damage was increased to 72~92 and the maximum became 169~189; it takes 570 Wisdom to reach this cap.

It is also used by the the second form of Dhoulmagus, Evil Jessica, freeze fly, servant of darkness, Statue of Jessica, Trap Box in Memoriam, Dark Servant in Memoriam, Evil Jessica in Memoriam, and Dhoulmagus in Memoriam to deal 48~56 damage to the party.

The Infamous Monster Madge can cast it.

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies[edit | edit source]

Kacrack can be learned by Mages at level 40, lacerating all enemies with a raw volley of rasping ice for 24 MP. Its base damage is 80~104 until the caster's magical might overcomes 200, and the cap is 204~227 at 999.

When cast by monsters Kacrack deals 53~76 damage to the party.

Dragon Quest X [edit | edit source]

Kacrack is learned by Mages at level 51 and Death Masters at level 77. It can also be learned by jailcat as a monster companion with the Crack Knowledge skill tree for 32 skill points. It costs 21 MP to cast, with the base damage damage 76~88. Higher damage is calculated as (Magical might - 169) x 0.36 + 76~88 for a maximum range of 376~388. The caster's magical might can be pushed beyond 999 thanks to buff abilities, changing the calculation to (Magical might - 999) /4 + 376~388 for a true cap of 501~513 at 1,500 magical might.

As X is a 3D game the ability for Kacrack to harm multiple monsters depends on the proximity of those enemies to the target monster the caster selects when casting the spell. The range for the target is 15 meters, with the spread damage effect extending to 6 meters.

In the Offline version of the game, the Hero will learn Kacrack as a Mage at level 51, being the only character who can cast it. It inflicts ice-elemental damage to all enemies.

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

Rab and Veronica will both learn Kacrack at level 44. The spell costs 20 MP to cast and its base range is 104~136 with the maximum range being 224~256 once the caster's Magical Might reaches 323. A Pepped up Veronica can also perform the pep power Sliceberg with Serena as long as her sister has mastered the Crushed Ice skill.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker[edit | edit source]

Kacrack rips into all enemies with a hail of razor-sharp icicles for 12 MP, and will deal up to 206～226. It can be learned from various skill trees.

Bang & Crack II (42 points)
Bang & Crack III (7 points)
Crack & Zam II (47 points)
Crack & Zam III (7 points)
Crack & Zap II (47 points)
Crack & Zap III (7 points)
Dhoulmagus (58 points)
Diamagon II (45 points)
Estark (31 points)
Ice II (60 points)
Ice III (39 points)
Rhapthorne (80 points)
Über Blessed Blizzardier (13 points)
Woosh & Crack II (62 points)
Woosh & Crack III (15 points)

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2[edit | edit source]

Kacrack deals 95~105 base damage, and will cap at 216~226. It costs 28 MP to cast, and can be learned from all the skills it could be previously. It can now be learned from:

Crack & Sizz II (45 points)
Crack & Sizz III (7 points)
Zoma (9 points)

Terry's Wonderland 3D & Iru and Luca's Marvelous Mysterious Key[edit | edit source]

Kacrack requires 22 MP to cast and deals 114~126. The damage range will reach 209~231 at 999 wisdom.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3[edit | edit source]

Kacrack's attributes are the same as in the previous two games.

Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince[edit | edit source]

Kacrack costs 22 MP and is learned via the Crack Virtuoso, Dhoulmagus, Freeze, Frosty Receptionist, Mordegon, Lord of Shadows, Polariser, and Psaro the Manslayer talents. It has a base power of 120 and will deal an average of 220 damage at 999 wisdom.

Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below[edit | edit source]

Game	Description
	Freezes foes with an enormous blast of ice.^[1]

Kacrack is the third tier spell of Jessica and can be learned by investing 16 skill points. After charging her Crackle spell for a short time, she can cast Kacrack, which creates a large burst of ice crystals in front of her that have a chance of freezing enemies for 19 MP.

Dragon Quest Heroes II[edit | edit source]

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Dragon Quest Treasures[edit | edit source]

Kacrack can be learned by cutie slimes, silhouettes, pearly wights, queen slimes, and tundrackies at level 33, automatically upgrading from Crackle. It deals a high amount of Ice-element damage to all enemies within the area, and costs 21 MP to cast.

Dragon Quest Walk[edit | edit source]

Kacrack costs 24 MP to cast and inflicts moderate Crack-type spell damage to all enemies. It cannot be learned naturally by any vocation, but rather by equipping certain weapons such as the glumbrella and godbird sceptre. In Japanese, this version is the recurring Mahyado spell.

Another version of Kacrack can be learned by Grand Sorcerers at level 40, costing 22 MP to cast. It also inflicts moderate Crack-type spell damage to all enemies. This version is the older Hyadain spell from III and IV and even uses a similar animation seen in remake versions.

Dragon Quest Tact[edit | edit source]

Kacrack can be learned by Claria at level 48 and can also be learned by slimecicle through Talent Blossoming. It costs 108 MP to cast. It has a range of three squares in front of her and inflicts major Crack-type spell damage to all enemies in a range of three squares horizontally. Upgrading the spell increases its damage and reduces the amount of MP it costs to cast. Kacrack can also be taught to any unit with an ability scroll, which can be purchased from the Legend League Season 3 Medal Swap Shop for 5,000 Medals.

Kacrack (マヒャド Mahyado)

Ability information

Kacrack
Role *	Type *	Element	MP cost
Attack	Spell		108
Range		Additional effects
Front 3		None
Description
Deals major Crack-type spell damage to all enemies in area of effect
Naturally learnt by
Claria, Slimecicle

Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai[edit | edit source]

Kacrack is first cast by Dai on Dermline Island in order to counteract the effects of Hadlar's Kafrizz spell, demonstrating a level of magic beyond his abilities. The sage Marin also casts Kacrack against Flazzard during the battle at Valge Tower, but it proves ineffective, as he is able to absorb the effects of the spell with the icy side of his body. In the series, Kacrack is depicted as a compressed blast of ice-cold blue energy sent forth from the caster's hands.

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

Kacrack appeared as a normal spell for both Matoriv and Nova and as a spell finisher for Popp, with the Luminary Leader being able to use all three versions. Matoriv's version inflicted piercing magical Ice damage over a small area and temporarily raised the caster's Ice damage. Nova's version inflicted magical Ice damage over a small area and temporarily lowered the target's physical and magical defence for a short time. Popp's version dealt magical Ice damage over a wide area. Matoriv's version was unlocked when he joined the party and could be improved further by receiving White Quartz Staffs from Treasure Hunts or from the Shop Exchange, while Nova's Kacrack scrolls could have been received by playing during the "Northern Hero" event or from the Shop Exchange. Popp's version was unlockable by receiving the Siren's Staff from limited Treasure Hunts.

Matoriv and Nova's Kacrack spells are actually named Hyadain in the Japanese version of the game, sharing a name with Kacrack from both Dragon Quest III and IV, while Popp's is named Mahyado.

In Other Languages[edit | edit source]

Language	Translation	Meaning
Español	Megahelada	From mega- and helada.
Français	Mégaglace	From mega- and glace.
Deutsch	Klirr	Derived from the German verb klirren, which means to clash or clatter.
Italiano	Antartide	Italian for Antartica, the coldest place on Earth.