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{{Monster Infobox
{{Monster Infobox
|title=Grim rider
|title=Grim rider
|image=[[File:DQIV_DS Grim_Rider.png|275px]]
|image=[[File:DQIV_DS Grim_Rider.png|300px]]
|caption=Art by [[Akira Toriyama]]
|caption=Art by [[Akira Toriyama]]
|kanji=ボーンナイト
|kanji=ボーンナイト
|romanji={{tt|Bōn naito|Bone knight}}
|romanji={{tt|Bōn naito|Bone knight}}
|old=Bone knight
|old=Skullknight
|firstappear={{Dragon Quest IV}}
|firstappear={{Dragon Quest IV}}
}}
}}
 
The '''Grim rider''' is a monster in the series.
The '''grim rider''' is a recurring {{MFamilies}} in the {{DQSeries}}, first appearing in {{Dragon Quest IV}}. It is an aristocratic skeletal lancer mounted on top of a feral steed.


==Description==
==Description==
The Grim rider is a [[Undead family|skeleton]] on horseback, wielding a lance and shield. The skeleton has the appearance of a fop, wearing a powdered wig on its head, topped by a wide-brimmed black hat with a white feather in it. It wears a fancy green cloak, salmon-colored bracers and boots, white leggings, and black gloves. Its mad steed is murky brown with a purple mane and tail.
The Grim rider is a [[Undead family|skeletal]] aristocrat on horseback, wielding a lance and shield. The skeleton has the appearance of a fop, wearing a powdered wig on its head, topped by a wide-brimmed black hat with a white feather in it. It wears a long green cloak, salmon-coloured bracers and boots, white leggings, and black gloves. Its mad steed is murky brown with a purple mane and tail.


==Abilities==
==Abilities==
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|kanji= ボーンナイト
|kanji= ボーンナイト
|romanji=Bōn naito
|romanji=Bōn naito
|sprite=[[File:Grim rider.gif|300px]]
|sprite=[[File:Grim rider.gif|200px]]
|hp=236
|hp=236
|mp=9
|mp=9
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|bestiaryNumber=#186
|bestiaryNumber=#186
|family={{Undead}}
|family={{Undead}}
|description=They may not look it, but the grim riders' donkeys are {{MFamilies}}s in their own right. They are utterly dedicated to their riders.
|description=They may not look it, but the grim riders' donkeys are monsters in their own right. They are utterly dedicated to their riders.
|spells=[[Midheal]]
|spells=[[Midheal]]
|skills=[[Multithrust]]
|skills=[[Multithrust]]
|locations=[[Isolated Plateau]]
|locations=[[Isolated Plateau]] (night only)<br>[[Godbird's Eyrie]]
|items=[[Holy lance]]{{fraction|1|64}}<br>[[Magical hat]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|items=[[Holy lance]]{{fraction|1|64}}<br>[[Magical hat]]{{fraction|1|256}}
|evasion={{fraction|0|64}}
|evasion={{fraction|0|64}}
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|remake-changes=
|remake-changes=
}}
}}
==={{DQ10}}===
Grim rider appeared from the beginning of the game. As always, they are able to cast [[Midheal]] and have gained the ability to perform a [[Curse Attack]].


==={{DQMJ}}===
==={{DQMJ}}===
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|rank = B
|rank = B
|description = ''Knights who are slain astride their beloved steeds sometimes ride on into undeath.''
|description = ''Knights who are slain astride their beloved steeds sometimes ride on into undeath.''
|weapons = {{Sword}}s, {{Spear}}s, {{Axe}}s, {{Staves}}
|weapons = {{Sword}}s, {{Spear}}s, {{Axe}}s, [[Wand (weapon type)|Staves]]
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Counterstriker]]
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Counterstriker]]
|resistances = Vulnerable to [[Zap]], {{Sleep}}proof
|resistances = Vulnerable to [[Zap]], {{Sleep}}proof
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|rank = B
|rank = B
|size = S
|size = S
|weapons = {{Sword}}s, {{Axe}}s, {{Spear}}s, {{Staves}}
|weapons = {{Sword}}s, {{Axe}}s, {{Spear}}s, [[Wand (weapon type)|Staves]]
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Counterstriker]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Crafty Confuser]]
|traits = [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Counterstriker]], [[List of Traits in Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker|Crafty Confuser]]
|resistances = Vulnerable to [[Zap]], Immune to {{Sleep}}
|resistances = Vulnerable to [[Zap]], Immune to {{Sleep}}
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{{DQM3Enemy
{{DQM3Enemy
|name=Grim rider
|name=Grim rider
|kanji=  
|kanji= ボーンナイト
|romanji=
|romanji=Bōn naito
|icon=[[File:Grim rider DQM3 portrait.png|100px]]
|icon=[[File:Grim rider DQM3 portrait.png|100px|Grim rider]]
|family=[[File:DQM3 undead family icon.png|link=Undead family]]
|family=[[File:DQM3 undead family icon.png|link=Undead family]]
|hp=<big><big>1,360</big></big>
|hp=<big><big>1,360</big></big>
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|attack=<big><big>570</big></big>
|attack=<big><big>570</big></big>
|defense=<big><big>450</big></big>
|defense=<big><big>450</big></big>
|wisdom=<big><big><400/big></big>
|wisdom=<big><big>400</big></big>
|agility=<big><big>560</big></big>
|agility=<big><big>560</big></big>
|bestiary=#466
|bestiary=#466
|rank=<big><big>'''D'''</big></big>
|rank=<big><big>'''D'''</big></big>
|in-game-description=The terrifying thud of hooves announces the approach of these uncanny knights. They like to hold extravagant feasts after besting their foes, though where the food and drink actually goes is an eternal mystery
|in-game-description=The terrifying thud of hooves announces the approach of these uncanny knights. They like to hold extravagant feasts after besting their foes, though where the food and drink actually goes is an eternal mystery.
|talents=[[Good Knight]] (lv. 1)<br>[[Agility Booster|Agility Booster I]] (lv. 20)<br>[[Sleep Suppressor]] (lv. 40)
|talents=[[Good Knight]] (lv. 1)<br>[[Agility Booster|Agility Booster I]] (lv. 20)<br>[[Sleep Suppressor]] (lv. 40)
|traits=[[Tactical Trooper]] (lv. 1)<br>[[Ultra Crafty Confuser]] (lv. 20)<br>[[Confusing Touch]] (lv. 40)
|traits=[[Tactical Trooper]] (lv. 1)<br>[[Ultra Crafty Confuser]] (lv. 20)<br>[[Confusing Touch]] (lv. 40)
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|habitat=[[Circle of Caprice]] - Middle Echelon ([[File:DQM3 spring icon.png|20px]][[File:DQM3 summer icon.png|20px]][[File:DQM3 autumn icon.png|20px]][[File:DQM3 winter icon.png|20px]])
|habitat=[[Circle of Caprice]] - Middle Echelon ([[File:DQM3 spring icon.png|20px]][[File:DQM3 summer icon.png|20px]][[File:DQM3 autumn icon.png|20px]][[File:DQM3 winter icon.png|20px]])
|items=[[Panacea]] (Common)<br>[[Hermit's girdle]] (Rare)
|items=[[Panacea]] (Common)<br>[[Hermit's girdle]] (Rare)
|synthesis=[[File:Antguzzler DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Antguzzler]] X [[File:Soulspawn DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Soulspawn]]
|synthesis=[[File:DQM3 undead family icon.png|64px|link=Undead family]] X [[File:DQM3 beast family icon.png|64px|link=Beast family]]<br>(Either parent is D-rank.)
|fusions=
|fusions=[[File:Harmour DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Harmour]] X [[File:Skullrider DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Skullrider]] = [[File:Grim rider DQM3 portrait.png|64px|Grim rider]]<br>[[File:Grim rider DQM3 portrait.png|64px|Grim rider]] X [[File:DQM3 demon family icon.png|64px|link=Demon family]] = [[File:Skeleton swordsman DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Skeleton swordsman (recurring)]]<br>[[File:Grim rider DQM3 portrait.png|64px|Grim rider]] X [[File:Restless armour DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Restless armour]] = [[File:Sir roseguardin DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Sir Roseguardin]]<br>[[File:Grim rider DQM3 portrait.png|64px|Grim rider]] X [[File:Dullahan DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Dullahan]] = [[File:Headless horseman DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Headless horseman]]<br>[[File:Grim rider DQM3 portrait.png|64px|Grim rider]] X [[File:Sekerleton DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Sekerleton]] = [[File:Bone baron DQM3 portrait.png|64px|link=Bone baron]]
|fire-resist=-25%
|fire-resist=-25%
|water-resist=0%
|water-resist=0%
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==={{DQTact}}===
==={{DQTact}}===
Grim rider appears as an A-rank {{MFamilies}} of the [[Undead family]] as part of the limited ''Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland'' event alongside [[Diamond slime]] on its banner.
Grim rider appears as an A-rank monsters of the [[Undead family]] as part of the ''Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland'' event alongside [[Diamond slime]] on its banner.
{{DQTactEnemy
{{DQTactEnemy
|name=Grim rider
|name=Grim rider
|kanji=ボーンナイト
|kanji=ボーンナイト
|romanji=Bōn naito
|romanji=Bōn naito
|sprite=[[Image:DQT Grim Rider icon.png]]
|sprite=[[Image:DQT Grim Rider.png|300px]]
|family=[[Image:Tact Icon Zombie.png|48px]]<br>{{Undead}}
|family=[[Image:Tact Icon Zombie.png|48px]]<br>Undead
|rank=[[Image:DQTact Rank Icon A.png|48px]]
|rank=[[Image:DQTact Rank Icon A.png|48px]]
|role=[[Image:DQTact AttackType.png|48px]]<br>{{Attack}}
|role=[[Image:DQTact AttackType.png|48px]]<br>Attack
|lvl=120
|lvl=130
|hp=865
|hp=976
|mp=260
|mp=289
|move=4
|move=4
|attack=530
|attack=565
|defense=260
|defense=289
|agility=428
|agility=457
|wisdom=151
|wisdom=162
|weight=35
|weight=35
|bskill1=[[Tackle]]
|bskill1=[[Tackle]]
|bskill2=[[Focused Thrust]]{{tt|*|Level 24}}
|bskill2=[[Focused Thrust]]{{tt|*|Level 24}}
|bskill3=[[Curse Curtain]]{{tt|*|Level 47}}
|bskill3=[[Curse Curtain]]{{tt|*|Level 47}}
|askill1=Emergency [[Meditation]]/Stats Up
|askill1=Emergency Meditation/Stats Up
|askill2=[[Woosh]] Res +25/Stats Up
|askill2=Woosh Res +25/Stats Up
|askill3=[[Curse Curtain]] Potency +5%/Stats Up<br>Curse Success Rate +5%
|askill3=Curse Curtain Potency +5%/Stats Up<br>Curse Success Rate +5%
|askill4=[[Zam]] Res +25/Stats Up
|askill4=Zam Res +25/Stats Up
|askill5=[[Curse Curtain]] Potency +5%/Stats Up<br>Curse Success Rate +5%/{{ATK}} +10
|askill5=Curse Curtain Potency +5%/Stats Up<br>Curse Success Rate +5%<br>ATK +10
|lperk1=Lowers enemy {{DEF}} by 10% in a 5x5 square around it.
|lperk1=Lowers enemy DEF by 10% in a 5x5 square around it.
|bperk1={{ATK}} +10
|bperk1=ATK +10
|bperk2={{AGL}} +15
|bperk2=AGL +15
|bperk3=[[Curse Curtain]] Potency +5%
|bperk3=Curse Curtain Potency +5%
|aperk1='''Emergency Meditation''': Triggers Meditation when {{HP}} drops to 50% or less, up to 1 times per battle.
|aperk1='''Emergency Meditation''': Triggers [[Meditation]] when HP drops to 50% or less, up to 1 times per battle.
|frizz-resist=Normal
|frizz-resist=Normal
|sizz-resist=Normal
|sizz-resist=Normal
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}}
}}


==Similar species==
==In Other Languages==
*[[Bone baron]]
{{OtherLanguages
*[[Skeleton squire]]
|es=Jinete óseo|es-meaning=Spanish for "bone rider".
*[[Night rider]]
|fr=Cavalier fantôme|fr-meaning=French for "phantom cavalier".
|de=Galgenreiter|de-meaning=German for "gallows rider".
|it=Cavalier Mortimer|it-meaning=Derived from the English surname "Mortimer", which originally meant "dead water, still water" in Old French. Also used as a given name.
}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<center><gallery>
<center><gallery>
DQX Bone Knight.jpg|A Grim rider in {{X}}.
DQX Bone Knight.jpg|A Grim rider in ''X''
Grimrider DQMJ DS.png| {{Joker}} polygon model.
Grimrider DQMJ DS.png|''Monsters: Joker'' polygon model.
DQR Bone Knight.png|{{Rivals}} card.
DQR Bone Knight.png|''Rivals'' card
DQT GrimRider DiamondSlime.jpg|Grim rider and [[Diamond slime]] in {{Tact}}.
DQT GrimRider DiamondSlime.jpg|Grim rider and [[Diamond slime]] in ''Tact''
DQT Grim Rider icon.png|''Tact'' party icon
</gallery></center>
</gallery></center>


[[Category:Equine enemies]]
==Related monsters==
*[[Bone baron]]
*[[Skeleton squire]]
*[[Night rider]]
 
[[Category:Zombie family]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IV enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest IV enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VIII enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest VIII enemies]]
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[[Category:Dragon Quest Swords enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Swords enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes II enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Heroes II enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest: Monster Battle Scanner enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest: Monster Parade enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest of the Stars enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Rivals enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Rivals enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Walk enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Walk enemies]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Tact monsters]]
[[Category:Dragon Quest Tact monsters]]


[[es:Jinete Óseo]]
[[fr:Cavalier fantôme]]
[[fr:Cavalier fantôme]]

Latest revision as of 18:24, 3 February 2026

The Grim rider is a monster in the series.

Description[edit | edit source]

The Grim rider is a skeletal aristocrat on horseback, wielding a lance and shield. The skeleton has the appearance of a fop, wearing a powdered wig on its head, topped by a wide-brimmed black hat with a white feather in it. It wears a long green cloak, salmon-coloured bracers and boots, white leggings, and black gloves. Its mad steed is murky brown with a purple mane and tail.

Abilities[edit | edit source]

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

Grim rider (ボーンナイト Bōn naito)
Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen
Original (NES)
Sprite
Bestiary No.
#093
Gold
82
HP
180
MP
8
Attack
110
Defence
65
Agility
40
Evasion
0⁄64
Spell(s)
Midheal
Skill(s)
Calls for backup (Skeleton soldier)
Location(s)
Strathbaile region (Chapters 5 & 6)
Femiscyra region
Cascade Cave region
Item Dropped
Iron lance(1⁄64)
Frizz resistance *
100%
Sizz resistance *
75%
Bang resistance *
0%
Crack resistance *
100%
Woosh resistance *
0%
Zap resistance *
25%
Drain Magic resistance
75%
Whack resistance *
100%
Kamikazee Bracer resistance
0%
Poof resistance
75%
Dazzle resistance
0%
Fizzle resistance
75%
Fuddle resistance
0%
Snooze resistance
100%
Sap resistance *
75%
Remakes (PSX, DS, Mobile)
Sprites
Notable Changes
None

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

Grim rider (ボーンナイト Bōn naito)
Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King
Bestiary No. Family
#186 Undead
Experience Gold HP MP
304 72 236 9
Attack Defense Agility Evasion
184 110 98 0⁄64
In-Game Description They may not look it, but the grim riders' donkeys are monsters in their own right. They are utterly dedicated to their riders.
Spell(s) Midheal
Skill(s) Multithrust
Location(s) Isolated Plateau (night only)
Godbird's Eyrie
Item(s) Dropped Holy lance1⁄64
Magical hat1⁄256
Attack Resistance Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Fire Breath
Resistance *
30% 0% 0% 0%
Bang Resistance * Crack Resistance * Ice breath
Resistance *		 Woosh Resistance *
0% 0% 0% 0%
Strike/Rock Resistance * Zap Resistance * Drain Magic Resistance Whack Resistance *
0% 0% 50% 100%
Ban Dance Resistance Dazzle Resistance Fizzle Resistance Fuddle Resistance *
100% 50% 50% 50%
Paralysis Resistance * Poison Resistance * Snooze resistance * Stun Resistance *
50% 15% 100% 50%
Sap Resistance *
15%
Army Resistance *
0%
Ports (3DS, Mobile)
Notable Changes
None

Dragon Quest X [edit | edit source]

Grim rider appeared from the beginning of the game. As always, they are able to cast Midheal and have gained the ability to perform a Curse Attack.

Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker[edit | edit source]

Grim rider
Family Undead
Rank B
Description Knights who are slain astride their beloved steeds sometimes ride on into undeath.
Weapons Swords, Spears, Axes, Staves
Traits Counterstriker
Resistances Vulnerable to Zap, Sleepproof
Skill Assassin
Location -
Breeding chart Demonrider x Restless armour

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

Grim rider
Family Undead
Rank B
Size S
Weapons Swords, Axes, Spears, Staves
Traits Counterstriker, Crafty Confuser
Resistances Vulnerable to Zap, Immune to Sleep
Skill Assassin
Location Bemusoleum (rain, night), Necropolis (night)
Breeding chart Demonrider x Bona constrictor

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

Grim rider (ボーンナイト Bōn naito)
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince
Icon Family Max HP Max MP
Grim rider 1,360 350
Max Attack Max Defence Max Agility Max Wisdom
570 450 560 400
Bestiary No. #466
Rank D
In-game description The terrifying thud of hooves announces the approach of these uncanny knights. They like to hold extravagant feasts after besting their foes, though where the food and drink actually goes is an eternal mystery.
Talents Good Knight (lv. 1)
Agility Booster I (lv. 20)
Sleep Suppressor (lv. 40)
Guaranteed traits Tactical Trooper (lv. 1)
Ultra Crafty Confuser (lv. 20)
Confusing Touch (lv. 40)
Large-size exclusive traits Attacking Impulse (lv. 1)
Dodge Denier (lv. 1)
Personal Grudge (lv. 60)
Habitat Circle of Caprice - Middle Echelon ()
Items Panacea (Common)
Hermit's girdle (Rare)
Synthesis chart X
(Either parent is D-rank.)
Notable synthesis X = Grim rider
Grim rider X =
Grim rider X =
Grim rider X =
Grim rider X =
Fire Resistance * Water Resistance * Wind Resistance * Earth Resistance *
-25% 0% 0% 50%
Explosion Resistance * Ice Resistance * Electricity Resistance * Light Resistance *
0% 50% 25% 0%
Dark Resistance * Antimagic Resistance * Bedazzlement Resistance * Confusion Resistance *
50% 50% -25% 0%
Debilitation Resistance* MP Absorption Resistance * Paralysis Resistance * Poison Resistance *
0% 50% 0% 50%
Sleep Resistance * Stun Resistance *
0% 0%
Instant Death Resistance *
25%

Dragon Quest Heroes II[edit | edit source]

Grim rider (ボーンナイト Bōn naito)
Dragon Quest Heroes II: Twin Kings and the Prophecy's End
Model Experience Gold Marked Version?
900 163g Yes
List No. #055
Field Notes Cadaverous cavalrymen who ride around on demonic donkeys, impaling enemies with a needle-like lance. To keep their bones from becoming brittle, they make sure to drink as much milk as they can manage.
Location(s) Redrock Ravine
Item(s) Dropped Evencloth, Endure ring

Dragon Quest Tact[edit | edit source]

Grim rider appears as an A-rank monsters of the Undead family as part of the Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland event alongside Diamond slime on its banner.

Grim rider (ボーンナイト Bōn naito)
Dragon Quest Tact
Stats


Family Rank Role

Undead
Attack
Max Level HP MP Move
130 976 289 4
Attack Defense Agility Wisdom Weight
565 289 457 162 35
Basic Skills
First Second Third
Tackle Focused Thrust* Curse Curtain*
Awakening Skills
First Second Third
Emergency Meditation/Stats Up Woosh Res +25/Stats Up Curse Curtain Potency +5%/Stats Up
Curse Success Rate +5%
Fourth Fifth
Zam Res +25/Stats Up Curse Curtain Potency +5%/Stats Up
Curse Success Rate +5%
ATK +10
Leader Perks
First
Lowers enemy DEF by 10% in a 5x5 square around it.
Basic Perks
First Second Third
ATK +10 AGL +15 Curse Curtain Potency +5%
Perk Details
First
Emergency Meditation: Triggers Meditation when HP drops to 50% or less, up to 1 times per battle.
Frizz Resistance * Sizz Resistance * Crack Resistance * Woosh Resistance *
Normal Normal Very Weak Half Res
Bang Resistance * Zap Resistance * Zam Resistance * Snooze Resistance
Very Weak Normal Half Res Half Res
Poison Resistance Physical Lock Resistance Spell Lock Resistance Martial Lock Resistance
Half Res Super Weak Normal Normal
Breath Lock Resistance Hobble Resistance * Stun Resistance * Dazzle Resistance
Normal Super Weak Normal Normal
Curse Resistance Paralysis Resistance Confusion Resistance Charm Resistance
Normal Immune Normal Normal

In Other Languages[edit | edit source]

Language Translation Meaning
EspañolJinete óseoSpanish for "bone rider".
FrançaisCavalier fantômeFrench for "phantom cavalier".
DeutschGalgenreiterGerman for "gallows rider".
ItalianoCavalier MortimerDerived from the English surname "Mortimer", which originally meant "dead water, still water" in Old French. Also used as a given name.

Gallery[edit | edit source]

  • A Grim rider in X
    A Grim rider in X
  • Monsters: Joker polygon model.
    Monsters: Joker polygon model.
  • Rivals card
    Rivals card
  • Grim rider and Diamond slime in Tact
    Grim rider and Diamond slime in Tact
  • Tact party icon
    Tact party icon

Related monsters[edit | edit source]

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