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Orichalcum is a plot item in this game, required to forge the [[Sword of Light]]. It can be obtained in the [[Battleground]], specifically in the area labeled "Overlooked Cavern" on the map. The orichalcum is one of the three items the party needs to forge the Sword of Light (the other two being the [[Forging Hammer]] and [[Crucible key]]). Finding it also triggers a humorous cutscene in which [[Erik]] gets overexcited about its value. | |||
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In Act 3, it is also possible to obtain smaller chunks of orichalcum as ingredients for certain late-game [[Fun-Size Forge]] recipes. These can be collected from sparkly spots behind a door in the Battleground locked with the [[Ultimate Key]]. It is necessary to give one of these chunks to the blacksmith in [[Hotto]] in order for him to forge the [[Sword of Kings]]. | |||
The important lump of orichalcum from Act 2 can also be regained in Act 3, by looking in the same spot as before, although no cutscene triggers. This is needed to reforge the Sword of Light in Act 3. Both the Sword of Light and Sword of Kings are needed if the player wishes to forge the optional but very powerful [[Supreme Sword of Light]]. In ''Dragon Quest XI S'', this more important lump is called ''rarefied'' orichalcum, probably to differentiate it from the less important chunks available in Act 3. | |||
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Revision as of 14:49, 7 March 2021
| Orichalcum | |
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| Japanese | オリハルコン |
| Romaji | {{{romaji}}} |
| Old localisations | Oricon |
| Found in | Dragon Quest III Dragon Quest VIII Dragon Quest IX Dragon Quest X Dragon Quest XI |
| Effect | Generally, used to create powerful weapons or armor. |
Orichalcum (formerly localized as Oricon due to display constraints) is a key recurring item in the series. It is a mythical metal harder than any other known substance, is typically used to create powerful weapons and/or armor in the games in which it appears. This is done using processes such as alchemy and sword tempering.
Appearances
Dragon Quest III
Orichalcum is needed to reforge the Sword of kings. To accomplish this, retrieve the unrefined ingot from the stables in Damdara and sell it to the Jipanese blacksmith in Kol. The legendary sword can then be purchased from the town's item shop for 22500G.
Dragon Quest VIII
Orichalcum is an ingredient of the alchemization items such as the Sage's Stone, Meteorite Bracer, Metal king shield, Metal king armour, Liquid metal sword, Megaton Hammer and Goddess Ring.
The almighty azure alloy can be found in the Godbird's Eyrie (light world), the Black Citadel, automatically dropped by Ruin, exchanged for 83 Mini medals, and found a chest in the post-game Heavenly Dais. Additionally, monsters Metal King Slime (1⁄256) and Pandora's Box (1⁄128). Using Yangus' Stainless Steal Sickle with the Skull helm will help against the latter, but will lower the acquirement rate to 1⁄256.
Dragon Quest IX
Orichalcum is again a crucial component in several alchemy recipes. It can be acquired in treasure chests of rank 9 and 10 in treasure map grottos, found inside a red chest in the cave on the lonely coast, near Apus Major's throne in a red chest, purchased for 15 mini medals a piece from Cap'n Max Meddlin' after completing the standard reward list, and it can be dropped by a Gem Slime (1⁄256) as well as Greygnarl (Grotto) (5%). It is used to create:
- Metal Slime equipment
- Liquid Metal Slime equipment
- Metal King Slime equipment
- Erdrick's Equipment
- Orichalcum claws
- Orichalcudgel
- Sage's Stone
Game description: A highly prized mineral of magnificent hardness. Alchemise it!
Dragon Quest XI
Orichalcum is a plot item in this game, required to forge the Sword of Light. It can be obtained in the Battleground, specifically in the area labeled "Overlooked Cavern" on the map. The orichalcum is one of the three items the party needs to forge the Sword of Light (the other two being the Forging Hammer and Crucible key). Finding it also triggers a humorous cutscene in which Erik gets overexcited about its value.
Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime
Orichalcum is used as ammunition for the Schleiman Tank, and may be used in alchemy to create other ammunition, such as the orichalcum slime.
Dragon Quest Swords
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Etymology
Orichalcum comes from Greek mythology, specifically Plato's tales of the fabled Atlantis. The original word, Oreichalkos, translates directly to "mountain copper", though the material is said to have been several times more durable. It's value was second only to gold, and it was used int he construction of sacred temples and government buildings.