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    I just received this one from Trysoft.  I called them to order Ultima,
    but the lady talked me into buying this one (it had just arrived that
    day) since they were out of Ultima.  She seemed pretty enthusiastic
    about it, so I figured why not? 
    
    It's really good!
    
    If you liked Zelda II, you'll like this one.  It's very similar in
    spirit.  There is an extensive overland area with plains, mountains, 
    swamps, forests, caves, bridges, towns, and castles.  You can be
    attacked by monsters of varying viciousness in the overland.  Your
    success in defeating the monsters depends on your experience level
    and the various tools, weapons, and magic spells you have at your
    disposal.  Tools and weapons can be bought in the towns with gold
    coins you accumulate along the way as you defeat monsters.
    
    The game has a much broader array of weapons, tools, and magic spells
    than in Zelda II, and the game makes extensive use of windows to keep
    you informed of all your various status parameters.  You have to talk
    to a lot more people in this game than in Zelda II (it helps to write 
    these verbal clues down).  The object of the game is to find and defeat
    the evil Dragonlord who has stolen the kingdom's balls of light.
    
    I've only played with it for about an hour, and I have a feeling it is
    going to be a long time before I get anywhere near the Dragonlord. 
    
    I predict this game will be Nintendo's next big blockbuster! 
    
    Jason
    

    Re: .1
    
    How much was it thru Trysoft and how do the graphics compare to
    Zelda I/II?
    
    
    Thanks
    Bob

    Trysoft's price was $47.99 (I think) including Fed. Express 
    shipping.  The graphics compare very favorably with Zelda II.  
    I'll type in more detailed information on this game after I've 
    had a chance to play with it some more.

There are 3 version Dragon Quest in Japan.
New version has map ,number of character,function and music better.
Each story has a relation.

c.f. Dra.Que. I ;I think it is Dragon Warrier.  
		;Member alone

     Dra.Que. II;We will fight with 2 partner.
                ;use ship to sail other land.

     Dra.Que.III;We can select other 3 partner in the bar.
		 We can also make character as we like.
		 They have their job like a Warrier,Docter.


In this year come DraQue IV. All gamer wants it here!!!


Hiro

    Good game, so far.  Need a hint (spoiler):
    
    There is a guy in a cave south of Rimular -
    what does he want to be satisfied?
    
    ..........steve
    

    I just beat this game over the past weekend.  It's a good one.  Lots 
    of text to read as you encounter various characters and you really need
    to write it all down.  Here's a hint on that little old man in the cave 
    south of Rimuldar (possible mini-spoiler after <FF>):
    
    When you have the right items, the man will give you a tool that will
    allow you to create a rainbow (bridge).  One of the items you need is 
    the stone(s) of fire, which according to one character are hidden in 
    Tantegel Castle.  Ask around some of the characters for clues on the
    other item(s) you'll need.  Hint: remember the Legend.
    
    

    Does it have a password feature?
    

    Yes, the cartridge has batteries just like Zelda I/II.  In fact,
    there's a feature that allows you to transfer your "adventure log" to
    another player, so that person can play at your level of experience
    while leaving your original game unaffected. 

    Has anyone seen this in the So. NH area?
    
    -Paula
    

    I got Dragon Warrior last week.  I recommend ordering from Trysoft; two
    copies were $43 each and shipping by Federal Express was $5. 
    
    The game is like Ultima in its commands and in the view of towns and
    countryside.  Fighting also uses the Ultima system of hit points, but
    there's only you and the monster, not the multiple characters in your
    party fighting multiple monsters as in Ultima.  When you run into a
    monster, a picture of it appears, and you also get a window for
    messages about the battle. 
    
    Commands normally are Talk, Status, Stairs, Search, Spell, Item, Door,
    and Take.  Commands in battle are Fight, Run, Spell, and Item. 
    
    In spite of the similar interface, Dragon Warrior is different from
    Ultima.  The countryside is better set for you to explore rather than
    just wander around.  In Ultima, you could get just about anywhere once
    you passed a certain point.  After that, Ultima became mostly a matter
    of repetitive battles to earn cash and repetitive searching to get each
    of the objects.  Dragon Warrior is better designed; it is hard to
    travel far into areas you are not yet ready for.
    
    Dragon Warrior is also better done in some subtle ways.  For example,
    if you make the wrong menu choice in Ultima and cancel it with Button
    B, you lose your turn.  Then the enemy gets to hit you.  Dragon Warrior
    does the right thing; it prompts you again for the command.
    
    The caves in Dragon Warrior are different from Ultima.  They are not
    the 8 by 8 by 8 maze shown from the first-person view.  They are
    similar to the third-person view from above used for towns and
    countryside, but you cannot see very far.  In fact, you can see only
    the square you are on until you use a torch to light up the eight
    squares adjacent to you.  Since the caves are not limited to a cube
    shape (and in fact need not have only one entrance/exit), I think they
    are more interesting to explore.
    
    I am also hoping there will be interesting objects and tasks along the
    way.  So far, it seems more interesting than Ultima.  You do need to
    accumulate battle experience as in Ultima, but it is not as tedious as
    in Ultima.  You need fewer points at first, but you need an increasing
    number of points for each level advance.  You can get more points more
    quickly by going into more difficult territory, so the game pushes you
    along.  Each level advance increases strength, speed, maximum hit
    points, and maximum magic points, so you don't need to worry separately
    about increasing each of those, as you do in Ultima.
    
    
    				-- edp 

    
       Seems like a very good game, but I have only played for about
    an hour.  Previous review .10 was very good and persuaded me to
    look for this game as opposed to Ultima.  
    
     re. .9  Paula.   I found it at the new Nintendo store in the
    Burlington Mall.  They had a few copies left for get this...
    a 39.99 price!  Other game prices were very very good. Faxanadu
    was in stock for 42.99.
    
    -rick
    
    ps.  Shouldn't the title of this topic be changed from Warrier to
         Warrior?

>    ps.  Shouldn't the title of this topic be changed from Warrier to
>         Warrior?

Sorry my mistake!!
I'd like to change the title to "Dragon Warrior",too.

To moderator, Please modity the title.

Thanks;


Hiro

    2 questions (spoilers):
    
    I finished the game with E's armor and sword, but only
    the silver shield - is there a stronger shield?
    
    When entering into battle with the Dragonlord, I answered
    "no" to his question - what would have happened if I had
    said "yes"?  (I'd hate to have to play the whole game again
    just to find out this answer).
    
    ..........steve
    

      What is the maximum experience level for this game?

      I'm not finding anything with the _search_ feature. Is this
      something to be used much later?  I've tried using it on the
      different terrain, plus in the towns and caves. Gentle hints
      would be appreciated (no spoilers please). Thanks.

-rick
    

	My question(s) may or may not reveal some spoilers, so I have placed
	them below.....
































	1. What does the Faerie Flute do ?

	2. I have found the harp and exchanged it for the Staff of Rain, any
	    help as to what it does ?

	3. In Garinham, someone said Erdrick's armor was hidden.... Is it in
	   the same place as the harp was ?

	4. How powerful do you have to be in order to make it to the destroyed
	   town south of Garinham ? I'm at level 14 now with 70 HP, broad
	   sword, Magic Armor, and Large shield...As soon as I cross the bridge
	   before it I get beaten to a pulp by one monster. And I can almost
	   never run from any of them....


	Thanks for any help.... Feel free to mail me if you deem it appropriate.

	Joe

    Re: 14
    
    According to one of the order-takers at Trysoft, there are 30 levels of
    play.  But here's the kicker:  he said that there were actually TWO
    versions of the game.  One that was relatively easy and that could be
    beaten at level 20-21 or so and one that was considerably more
    difficult and that required you to reach higher levels.  He said that
    the difficulty of the game you play is determined by the NAME you select 
    as your password at the beginning of the game.  I asked him what name I
    should use to get the more difficult version since I had beaten the
    game at about level 21 and he didn't know (this was about a week or so 
    ago).        
         
    So...does anyone know what name to use for the more difficult version
    of the game?  I already tried some of the more obvious ones (Erdrick, 
    Dragon, Warrior, etc.) without luck.  The Nintendo hot line doesn't
    know either.
    
    
    
    
    

    SPOILERS!
    
    re: .14
    Keep searching - there are places to find things ...
    As far as I know, all things that can be found have hints as to
    their location.
    
    re: .15
    There are several hints for the Flute - remember them, and when
    the time comes you should recognize where to use it.
    
    The Staff of Rain is used in conjunction with something else in
    order to obtain an item used to fulfill the Legend.
    
    Erdrick's armor was hard to find - collect all of the clues, then
    THINK, search, think some more, and eventually you should reason it
    out.
    
    Before going to the destroyed town, I'd suggest at least attaining
    the Healmore spell (at level 17).  Also, once you complete Caitlin
    and get all items there, you should be strong enough.
    
    ..........steve
    

RE: .17

>    Before going to the destroyed town, I'd suggest at least attaining
>    the Healmore spell (at level 17).  Also, once you complete Caitlin
>    and get all items there, you should be strong enough.

     I have yet to find Caitlin, but are you saying go there before the
     destroyed town ?

	Thanks for the info, I'll try to piece them together....

	At level 16 and climbing...    
  

    	About searching.  I recommend that you don't do a lot of it.  I got
    carried away a couple of times hoping to find things by searching. 
    There were only two instances (right?) where I found something by
    searching.  And both times, someone had told me exactly where to look.
    
    							Ned
    

    re: .18
    It's easier to go to Caitlin first.
    
    re: .19
    I agree, don't search too much - in 2 cases, you are told exactly
    where to search.  In the third, you are given clues and must figure
    it out.
    
    ..........steve
    

    
       Thanks for the tips on searching.  Finally found something the
     night before, only because one of the townsfolk gave me an outright
     spoiler.  This is an extremely good game!  If you rent before you
     buy, I'd recommend renting it a few days, as DW starts to really
     get interesting after you've built up to a higher experience level.
    
    -rick

    Lechmere's and Stuart's, both in Nashua, now have Dragon Warrior in
    stock for $42.99.
    
    				-- Paula
    

    I am asking these question's for my son who is having problems finding
    the following: 1.The Grave Yard
                   2.The Silver Harp
                   3.He would also like to know what the flute is used for.
    
    Any help anyone could give would really be appreciated.
    
    Thanks,
    Paul

    Re: .23  Mild spoiliness following
    
    
    	There is no grave yard per se.  There is however a dead town. 
    Something interesting will be found there.  The flute helps in dealing
    with one of the special monsters.  There are hints (I believe in the
    town you got it) that it will help with the Golem.  The Golem guards
    one of the towns.  I don't remember what the Harp was.  Do you remember
    where you found it or heard about it?
    
    							Ned
    

    Thank's for mild spoiler's,I'll give them to my son and see if he
    can use them to get further along with the game.He's the one playing
    it so I'll have to ask him about where he heard about the Harp.Thank's
    again.
    
    Paul

    	I think you need to do more exploring of the outerworld.  The harp
    is proof that you are worthy enough to get the Staff of Rain.  There's
    an old man somewhere (head NE) that will do the exchange.
    
    							Ned
    

    My daughter just began playing this game and is confused about using
    something she found in a chest in a cave near the starting castle.
    (specific question behind FF)
    
    She finds a tablet from Erdrick that says it will verify the identity
    of his descendent (you?), and that 3 men who have essential information
    must be found.  In the first town there is a man who asks for proof
    that you are a descendent of Erdrick, but there is nothing to show him
    even after finding the tablet.  Is there a connection?  Can the tablet
    be used?  In Zelda II the characters who asked for things automatically
    recognized when you had discovered or obtained the necessary item.  Is
    that the case here, or is there more to it?  The TAKE command is used
    to open a chest.  Doesn't that also take the item?
    
    Answers and guidance will, of course, be appreciated.
      
    

    Re: -1
    
    Spoiler:
    
    
    There is a town called Castlin where an individual will give you
    a clue as to what one must do to prove their identity.  You will
    need to be a fairly high level character (15th+) to accomplish the
    journey to the town. 
    
    Hope this helps
    
    Craig

    Thanks.  One more thing.  Is there any purpose to finding the tablet in
    the first cave? or to put it another way, is there something of value
    to be found in every cave? (and is it limited to only one thing - is
    there any point in continuing to search an area after you've found
    something?)
    
    I guess that's more than one thing.  Thanks again.

	This is somewhat related to an earlier question...In several of the
	towns one of the townsfolk asks you if you have any proof that you
	are a descendant of Erdrick. I believe I have found the proof yet
	these people always ask the same question, to which there is no way
	to reply. Why do they ask ?


	Also, in the town of Kol, there is an old man behind a counter who
	says you are brave, but "you cannot defeat the great dragonlord with
	such weapons..thou shouldst come here again". What does this guy want
	me to find in order to satisy him ?   I have, I think, just about
	everything, with the exception of Erdrick's sword. Townsfolk have
	mentioned the sword, but how/where to get it. Would it be in the
	DragonLord's Castle by any chance ? I have been there once, but I had
	to leave before I was wiped out.....


	Any/all help is appreciated, as well as mailed help !

	Thanks !

    	As far as I can tell the people asking you about proof are only
    trying to encourage you to find Erdrick's badge (or whatever). 
    However, even if you find it they still ask the question.  Ignore it.
    
    Spoiler concerning the location of the sword.
    
    	Yes, the sword is in the Dragonlord's Castle.  The interesting
    thing is that if you get the sword and go back to talk to the person
    telling you how useless the weapons you have now are, he only
    congratulates you.
    
    	If you have have everything else, then it is time for you to either
    go back to the Dragonlord's Castle or make a few levels first.
    
    							Ned
    

    After reading all the spoilers regarding the cave in the south of
    Rimuldar, I am still confused as to what is supposed to happen there.
    
    My question is probably not a spoiler, but I will hide it anyway.
                           
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    At first when I went into this cave the old man told me I had failed
    in my task and I was sent out of the cave.  After this I went and
    found Erdrick's Token and went back to the old man.  This time he
    said, "When the sun and rain meet a rainbow bridge shall appear.
    Thou may go and search."  Well, I was under the impression that
    this guy was going to give me something, but he didn't.  What exactly
    does this guy do for me?  Maybe I do not have the proper items;
    these are the items I do have: the stones of sunlight, the fighter's
    ring, Erdrick's token, dragon's scale, the flute, the silver harp,
    Gwaelin's love, and one magic key.  I am at level 20 and I have
    Erdrick's armor, the flame sword, and the silver sheild.  Do I need
    more than this, or am I just completely misinterpreting what the
    old man is telling me?
    
    CE

    
    	                   *****SPOILER*****
    
    	
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    		You need to get the rain staff. Or is it staff of rain?
    	Anyways, then you go down to a spot in a desert where there
    should be a bridge. then you.........
    
    
    	If you need more help, just ask.
    
    	p.s. where's the proof that your a descendent from Erickson???
    
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    The information given in .33 is basically what I thought I needed
    to do, however, I have not been able to find this 'staff of rain'.
    Is this something I must 'search' for like the flute, something
    I find in a chest, something that is given to me by a person, or
    something that I have to buy?  I thought that the old man in the
    cave might give me the staff of rain since he is standing next to
    a chest, but apparently not.  I can't just take the chest because
    there is no way to get to it.  (In the SW corner of the town of
    Cantlin there is a merchant who gives information about Erdrick's
    armor, and there is a chest near him that also cannot be reached.)
    Anyway, I guess what I need is information on where/how to find
    the staff of rain.
    
    CE
      

    
    	Major Spoiler!!!!!!
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    		Give the man in the cave the silver harp.
    
    	Ad

    That seems easy enough, but...
    
    Question follows:
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    How do I go about giving the old man the harp?  There is no 'drop'
    or 'give' command.  I have tried selecting the item, but it just
    plays the melody and says nothing happens.  I'm beginning to get
    the feeling I'm missing something that's very obvious.
    
    CE (the bewildered dragon warrior)
    

    re: .36 (spoiler)
    
    There are more than 1 caves with men in them - the one you need to
    find first is one that you may have found early in the game and
    forgotten.  THEN you can go back to the other one ...
    
    ..........steve
    

    Any hint as to where I can find the Badge.
    
    
    Al

    After read thru these notes, I stopped at a Toys-R-Us on the way home
    and found they were well stocked on this game. The price was $44.95.
    This game sounds a lot like Link, which I think was one of the best
    games I've played so far. Can someone give me a comparison of Link
    and Dragon Warrior as far as difficulty, lenth of game (getting your
    dollars worth) and graphics...etc.
    
    
    Thanks,
    
    
    Mike

      Dragon Warrior is similar to Link in how the overworld appears.
   That is where the similarity ends.  DW doesn't require incredible
   dexterity with the controller as you battle the enemy and traverse
   the countryside, caves and castles like Link does.  It is a more
   text oriented game with the emphasis on strategy.  For that reason,
   I enjoyed playing DW much more than Link.

      Graphics are good but not great.  You get a still picture of the
   monster as you go through battle, so if you are looking for clever
   movement on the screen, you will be disappointed.

      They could have made the game a little more difficult, but it
   still was a challenge.  Certainly not at the level of Zelda, but
   about the same difficulty as Link.

      Overall I would rate the game a 8.5 out of 10.  Zelda, Metroid
   would rate 10's, Link would rate an 8.

-rick
    

	To all those warriors who have defeated the Dragonlord,
	what level were you at when you did it ?

	Joe

    	I'm real sure that you could not do it before level 17.  And I
    tried it a few times there with no success.  I believe I was level 21
    when I first won.  I've recently been trying to figure out what the
    lowest really possible level might be.  Anyone before level 21?
    
    							Ned
    

    
       You definitely need all the spells, and the last spell was 
     obtained at level 20 I think.  So technically you can beat the
     game at level 20.  I was at 21 (level not age) when the Dragonlord 
     succumbed.
    
        Anyone have the access name to the tougher 2nd quest yet?
    
    -rick

    Could someone help me out and provide a spoiler to direct me to where I
    can find the token and the harp?  I'm tired of searching.
    
    Thanks..

    Were do I find the key-maker? I have been playing for two days and seem
    to be unable to locate him. Is there another way to get keys? Help!
    
    SLAM

    Spoiler regarding where to find keys...
    
    The keys may be purchased in Rimuldar.

    In what portion of the overworld might I find Rimuldar? Lest I smash
    thy catridge....
    
    I beseech thee....

    I need some help on locating the badge or whatever it is that is
    needed. In the towns what happens when you have the badge and you talk
    to the people who ask if you are a descendant of Erdrick?
    
    Also, I have the Stones of Sunlight and the Staff of Rain but when I
    get to where the bridge should be and select either item first it says,
    Nothing happens. I've tried each item in turn. There was a clue about
    finding a cave south of Rimuldar but I have not found it yet. Any help
    there appreciated also.
    
    This is a great game. My son and I have been playing it for a few days
    now. We've just got to level 15. 
    
    Thanks for any help. Need it quick...we're desparate.
    
    Hawaii_Harry
    

    Yo Harry! Where is Rimuldar??
    
    SLAM

    SPOILER on location of Rimuldar...
    
    Thou hast far to travel. Thy journey will take thee to the southeast.
    
    
    Spoiler on badge of courage
    
    Gwaelin's love will help thee well. Heed her words well and remember
    thy wizards words. Thy journey will be long and hard. 
    
    To the South-west thou must travel.
    
    
    Sir Scott of Lexing

    Thank You Sir Scott, what level shouldst thou be on to travel such a 
    distance? Me thinketh that level five is not enough. Should I just hang
    close and gather courage?  
    
                            GOOD GAME!!!!!
    
    SLAM                     

    I need some more specific help Sir Scott or anyone else on locating the
    badge of courage. I'm at level 17. I have the following:
    
    Erdricks Armor
    Flaming Sword
    Large Shield
    Stones of Sunlight
    Staff of Rain
    Gwaelins Love
    The Fighters Ring
    The Flute
    
    And the other basic things. I've been to the dead town. I've been to
    the Town of Catlin. A man there said: "To learn how proof may be may be
    obtained that thy ancestor was the great Erdrick, see a man in this
    very town." All I was able to find there besides the weapons was the
    info on how to obtain Erdricks Armor. I also spoke to the person who
    said: "Let us wish the warrior well. May the light be thy strength.
    Thou may go and search. From Tantegal castle travel 70 leagues to the
    south and 40 to the east."
    
    Did I miss someone? 
    
    I went back to the man in the cave who said I had failed after getting
    Erdricks Armor but he still said I failed. I'm confused. I went to the
    spot where the rainbow bridge should happen thinking the "May the light
    be thy strength..etc. were the okay I needed but when I got there and
    selected the stones and the staff still nothing happened. More
    confusion.
    
    Do I need to get this badge of courage and then go back to the cave
    where the guy told me I failed and he will do something to allow the
    stones of sunlight and the staff of rain to combine so that the rainbow
    bridge can be made?
    
    Thats all I can think of that needs to be done. Am I on target or way
    off base. BTW, Sir Scott, all the Princess says is how many points are
    needed to get to the next level and how much distance is needed to
    travel from where I might currently be back to the Tantegal castle.
    
    I'm frustrated, lost and will take any and all help...specific spoilers
    included.
    
    Aloha
    
    Hawaii_Harry
    

    I too need help! I can't even make it past level five! How do I gain
    access to the chests in the first three towns? I got one key from the 
    King to get out to the world and I have been unable to locate any keys
    since then. I know the key maker is in Ramulder but I think I need many
    time my present power to get to him. How can I get that level of power?
    

    Re: -1
    
    Spoiler on keys.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    There are only three places I know of to get keys. The first town of
    Brecconary, to the right of Tantegal castle. The Town of Rimuldar and
    the Town of Catlin. Unfortunately to get to the key makers you need a
    key to unlock a door barricading them from you. If you want more read
    on. Another possible SPOILER on keys.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    I have not found any keys in chests. Once you get to the key makers you
    can get up to 6 keys to carry at any one time. It is wise to always
    keep at least one key to get back to the key makers to buy more keys.
    Keys vary in price. Somewhere between 50 - 100 gold apiece.
    
    It is wise to not try to rush things and go for an area or town when
    you don't have the hit points and magic points to help. You will almost
    always surely die. The bad thing about dying is that you lose half your
    gold. And always go back to the king when you get a new level and get
    it registered in case you want to quit for awhile or accidently get
    killed because you can start again with your current level and hit
    points, otherwise it will start you at the level you last checked in
    with. 
    
    Get to a place south of Garinham that is just north of the big open
    plain where the Dead Town of Haukness is. Keep walking up and down the
    rows of trees and mountains and finding the bad guys. Fight them for
    experience points and gold. You'll build up a lot more quickly. Test
    yourself to find out which ones you can beat and which ones are too
    strong, that way you know when to run and when to fight. At each level
    increase you'll get stronger and can fight enemies that give you more
    experience and gold points. Look for the GOLDMAN. He's easy to beat and
    gives you a lot of gold.
    
    Good Luck. Have patience. Keep working at it. It takes time to gain
    experience and advance.
    
    Aloha
    
    Hawaii_Harry
    

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    go southwest, select item: Gwaelins Love, how far are you from Tantegal
    Castle are you?,how many leagues south and west?
    
    	Pete

    Harry,
    
    Thanks for the input BUT, I can't find the ONE key that will give me
    access to the Key Makers. Did I miss something at the beginning? I 
    remember recieving one key from the King and that is all. Thanks 
    for your patience. 
    
    Zelda did not give me this much trouble.....ARGGGHHHH!!!!!!
    
    SLAM

    Sir Harry of Hawaii,
                       Thy answers to thy questions are one in the same.
    Look deep into thy words for the wisdom you need;
    
    >>Thou may go and search. From Tantegal castle travel 70 leagues to the
    >>south and 40 to the east."
    
    >>BTW, Sir Scott, all the Princess says is how many points are
    >>needed to get to the next level and how much distance is needed to
    >>travel from where I might currently be back to the Tantegal castle.
    
    Or, prayeth thee, a compass? When thou hast found the badge of courage,
    thou must travel to thy magic shrine for a great revelation.
    
    A word for the weary on how thy may obtain greater strength and
    endurance;
    
    
    Travel as far as you can and rest at an inn. Battle the demonspawns
    on the town's border, but be forwarned, thou must know when to rest.
    
    With the armor of Eldrich, running can give you strength.
    
    
    Go now on your quest and tempt not the fates. Above all, heed the words
    of the wise and experianced ones of this mystical place called...
    
    
    
    DIGITAL NOTES!!!!!
    
    Gawd, this is funny ;^) 
    
    Sir Scott    

RE: .56

     To get the first few keys so you can buy more keys . . . 


      (spoiler)
























       Go to Rimuladar,  which is . . . 

       ( BIG SPOILER )


























       Directions to Rimuldar:

       - go around the moutains north of Tantegeel Castle
       - go East across a bridge 
       - then South a little
       - through a cave
       - and south some more
       - the town is on a little peninsula surrounded by a lake.

       Note: you have to have be at a high enough level to reach areas
       like Rimuldar.  If you can't get into an area without dying, there 
       are other places you should explore first.

       - Dave

    Sir Dave, 
    
    May thy travels be blessed.
    
    Sir Slam keeper of the door 

    Re: .55 and .57
    
    Thank thee oh Dragon Masters. I wilst apply this knowledge gained from
    thy wisdom whenst I return to my humble abode this evening. 
    
    Sir Harry of Hawaii (Land of Pele)
    

    
     I need a hint to get the "Stones of Sunlight"

     I am at level 17 and as far as I can tell from previous notes, I've 
     got everything else I need to go into DragonLord territory.

     A gentle nudge in the right direction would probably be best.  I do
     know they are in the castle somewhere.

     Thanks in advance.
                                   -Dave

    
>     I need a hint to get the "Stones of Sunlight"

>     A gentle nudge in the right direction would probably be best.  I do
>     know they are in the castle somewhere.


	Dave,

spoiler:




	If I recall, you are right about the stones being in the castle.
	You will need at least one key in order to get them. Up in the top
	right hand corner of the castle, you can only get there with a key,
	you will find another key vendor. The technique to use here is the
	same as the one used to find the key vendor in Rimuldar, you must
	walk along the outside right edge of the castle. Be careful not to
	stray far from the castle wall or you will be placed into the
	outer world. You will then find the castle cellar and the 'Stones'.


	Good Luck !

	Joe

	Now for a question of my own, a question I really do not
	want to ask but I am really tired of the old Dragonlord
	woopin' my butt everytime I face him. So here goes,


	Are there any special things I need to do in order to defeat
	the dragonlord ? None of my spells work and none of my items
	do anything. All I am able to do is FIGHT and inflict about
	10 points of damage, whereas I am suffering upwards of 40
	points of damage each time !!!!! Help !! I am ready to hurl
	this game into my tv set !!!!


	Joe

    I picked up this game in Rhode Island for 33.00 w/tax and it's great.
    I have one Question?
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Is Catlin the destroyed town??
    Thanks in advanced..		---   Tony
    

    Re: -1
    
    SPOILER
    
    No. It is Haukness. Catlin lies Southeast of there.
    
    Sir Harry of Hawaii
    

    
    re: .63
    
    A spell does work fighting the dragon lord...HEALMORE...
    You must have near maximum magic to have enough healmore
    to defeat the creep.
    
    	Pete
    

    I need some help locating Erdlicks Sword in the Dragonlords castle.
    I've been down in the dungeon area. I've seen a chest there but can't
    find a way to get to it. I've tried all three stairs entranceways and
    only found a chest in one of them. Any help appreciated. I'm at level
    19..almost to 20. Have everything else.
    
    Sir Harry of Hawaii
    

    
    re. .67  Sir Harry of Hawaii
    
    *Spoiler warning*

         That chest thou hast seen, is indeed the chest containing
      Erdlick's sword. Thou must explore all stairways and levels
      and do battle with many of the Dragonlord's minions to get
      to the chest.  Many hours were spent before I accidently
      stumbled across the correct path, and alas, I cannot give
      thee exact directions to the chest.  Be courageous in your
      quest, Sir Harry.
    
    King Richard of Tewksbury

    I have encountered the Dragonlord. He's a mean dude. Tried him at level
    19 with no luck. Got bloodied and creamed. Undaunted I acquired the
    level 20 and did battle again. So far he's still getting the upper
    hand. I may have to get those extra 4,000 gold coins to get to level
    21 as has been mentioned earlier in these notes. I hate the time it
    takes to accumulate these coins but if that is what it takes to beat
    this evel monster then I will do it. Stay tuned. More to come.
    
    Sir Harry of Hawaii
     

	Hell Warriors,


	I was wondering if someone can give me a good detailed
	discription of this game Dragon Warrior.


	There are some things I don't understand about it.
	I rented it to see what all the hoopla was about
	and I was wondering if this is a game where you can do 
	combat face to face with creatures/monsters.

	The reason I ask is that after I went through the 1st 
	screen/maze I went to a little yellowish brown area
	and for the heck of it went in to the sub menu and started 
	to use its features such as "take" (couldn't take anything)
	"talk" no one to talk to and then I used "attack"
	all of a sudden a picture of a little round creature
	appeard and we began to do battle,but this wasn't the
	kind of battle I was used to doing (like Zelda,Metriod,)
	where your characture was face to face blow for blow
	in physical combat instead it was a verbal fight
	with the screen saying "you hit him" he hits you"
	creature defeated. Is this how all the fighting is 
	done in this game???? I stop playing it because I
	figured all the fun of actual face to face combat
	was taken out of this game.

	If this is the case why such a big fuss over a game
	in which you can't fight your own battles.

	Is this the way you have to defeat the Dragonlord at the end???

	I hope there is more to this battling than a 3rd party
	doing the fighting. From what I read in here the game sounds
	good and I would like to play it some more but only if I can
	do the actual combating.

	Also is this the way computer games on IBM,APPLE etc,do it?

	Thanks in advance


	Wayne.

    Wayne,
    
    I would suggest you get the instruction booklet and read a little bit
    about the game. I thought the same as you do regarding the fights.
    I bought the game last week and thought it was going to be the same as 
    Zelda with face to face battles. It is not the same but there is a lot
    of strategy involved. At first I thought "what a rip-off!" but now I 
    am having a great time and would recommend getting the game and seeing
    what all the fuss is about. The further into the game you get the more
    fun it gets. Thou shalt be happy with it!!!
    
    SLAM keeper of the door
    
    I would rate it a 9.5 for value.

    The Dragon Lord is history at level 20.  I was able to win at level
    20.  The way I did it was to run from everything I could.  When I
    finally got to the Dragon Lord I had 102 magic.  Before I talked
    to him I eat the herbs to bring my hit points back to full.  You have
    to hit-hit-healmore.  When I finally beat him I had 30 HP and only 2
    MP.  But at least it's possible at level 20.
    
    Zelda, Link, and now, Dragon Warrior!  All great!!
    
    RH

    Re .70:
    
    > If this is the case why such a big fuss over a game in which you
    > can't fight your own battles.
    
    There are other things that are fun besides video-game-fighting.  One
    example is adventuring -- it's fun to be given clues, search for
    things, and figure out when to use them.  Another thing that's fun for
    some people is problem solving -- here's a screen with a number of
    obstacles, tools, passages, and so on, now figure out how to accomplish
    the goal.  Another possibility is "maze"-running -- action games don't
    have to be just fighting and dodging; they can involve making
    decisions, choosing ladders/platforms, digging holes as traps, guiding
    monsters into traps, etc.
    
    Personally, I used to find action-reflex games interesting, but now
    most are boring -- partly because I've played all different kinds, and
    partly because publishers are showing less creativity these days.  It
    is just not interesting to fire a hundred shots at yet another monster
    -- it's the same as the last game of that type, with different colors. 
    
    > Also is this the way computer games on IBM,APPLE etc,do it?
    
    Some do, some do not.  Computer games have a lot more variety than
    video games.  That's not necessarily good; a lot of them vary in the
    direction of poor quality.  But there are some very interesting
    computer games you will never see for the Nintendo. 
    
    
    				-- edp 

    	This is a great game so far!  I haven't beat this game yet.  I did
    save the princess last evening.  There was a note back a ways (#16)
    which talked a password (Name) which made the game harder to beat.  I
    think I have figured out what the that name is to use.  If anyone would
    like to know please send mail.

    BoboLink_in_the_land_of_(Alefgard) something like that?

    I have wandered afar, I have been beaten and bloodied, and for what? To
    find the harp! To no avial I have searched, I beseech thee to disclose 
    the hiding place of the harp. 
    
    SLAM keeper of the door

    Re: .72
    
    I too have slain the Dragonlord at level 20. Did it last Friday evening
    the same way. The ending is interesting and leads one to believe that
    there will be a sequel coming out. From what I've read in this
    notesfile several already exist in Japan. 
    
    Now on to the next challenge. Been playing with Teenage Ninja Mutant
    Turtles and Faxanadu. Time to get serious with them.
    
    Another Dragonslayer
    
    Sir Harry of Hawaii
    

    Help Please! Where can I find the HARP! 
    
    SLAM
    
                    

    Spoiler on Harp location...
    
    I have'nt played the game in a few weeks but as far as I can remember,
    the harp is found in Ehrlick's Grave. 
    Spoiler on Ehrlick's Grave
    
    Ehrlick's Grave is found in Town at the North-Western most point of the
    land ( forget the name of the town ). You need a key to open a LARGE
    building. When you get inside...
    
    Are you sure you want to read on?
    
    Last Chance to hit NEXT UNSEEN
    
    Very well, when you get into the building, go to the upper-left hand
    corner an press against the dark wall. You'll have to keep doing this
    until you finally find the hidden door then you'll be outside. Go down
    the stairs into the dungeon.
    
    Warning! This is very hard! Monsters keep popping up every other step.

    Thank you! I am at level 17 and this is the only item I don't have. 
    
    SLAM

    Any tips on making it through the Castle? I have been in the maze for
    hours and can't seem to find anything. What does "Feel the wind on your 
    face" mean, when you sit in the throne and push search?
    
    SLAM
               

      I'm asking this for my son's.They would like to know where Erdrik's 
    Token is.A major spoiler would be welcome.This question was asked in
    .44 but I didn't see an answer for it so I'll ask it again.
      Thank's in advance.
    
      Paul

>    Any tips on making it through the Castle? I have been in the maze for
>    hours and can't seem to find anything. What does "Feel the wind on your 
>    face" mean, when you sit in the throne and push search?
>    
>    SLAM



	SPOILER:















	I originally had the same problem. In order to gain access to the
	'good' part of the castle walk behind the throne and search. There
	you will find a secret passage to the lower depths.


	Joe

    
    	Erdrik's token = badge of courage
    
    See replies 50,52 and 55
    
    	Pete

>      I'm asking this for my son's.They would like to know where Erdrik's 
>    Token is.A major spoiler would be welcome.This question was asked in
>    .44 but I didn't see an answer for it so I'll ask it again.
>      Thank's in advance.
>    
>      Paul


	SPOILER:
























	In order to find Erdrick's Token you will need to have Gwaelin's Love.

	When you use Gwaelin's Love you will be told how many squares from
	the King's Castle you are. See an old man in the town of Caitlin,
	I believe that's the town, and he will tell you the location of the
	token, in squares of course. Good Luck !

Fellow Fighters,

Alas, I am lost for the love of Gwaelin.  Thought I had explored almost
all caves, yet, no love.  I cannot live without it.

Major spoiler welcomed at this dreadful time.

The Sad Knight

                     <<< Note 297.85 by FSHQA1::RSHULMAN >>>
                              -< Where is Love? >-

Fellow Fighters,

Alas, I am lost for the love of Gwaelin.  Thought I had explored almost
all caves, yet, no love.  I cannot live without it.

Major spoiler welcomed at this dreadful time.

The Sad Knight
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------


	Major Spoiler follows:





	The princess Gwaelin can be found in one of the caves. She is in
	the cave which allows you to pass under the water and to a
	different land. When you enter the cave, go to the right and then
	down. Beware though, you will have to strong to free her. Entering
	the cave and going straight down will get to the other exit without
	seeing any indication that the princess is right next to you.

	Don't despair Sad Knight !

Alas, I was afraid of that.  At what level must though become to get
by the keeper of that gate?  And, knight of mercy, where oh where can
Nestor be at?  I have truly searched the land and findeth not a clue.

I am 190 EP shy of level 14, and would appreciate any clues, major
spoilers or otherwise, to giveth me my life back.  Why oh why doth
I get so involved?

Thank you for your kindness to a stranger.

The Sad Knight

>Alas, I was afraid of that.  At what level must though become to get
>by the keeper of that gate?  And, knight of mercy, where oh where can
>Nestor be at?  I have truly searched the land and findeth not a clue.

>I am 190 EP shy of level 14, and would appreciate any clues, major
>spoilers or otherwise, to giveth me my life back.  Why oh why doth
>I get so involved?
______________________________________________________________________________


	Hast thou found the keeper of the gate ?
	Are you referring to the monster which "guards" the princess ?

	If so, then I would think that level 14 with good weapons, armor,
	and shield would be enough to defeat the monster.

	I don't think Nestor has anything to do with the game.

	Joe

Alas dear friend, I hath found and delivered the Princess.  Now I thinketh I
shall be off to the C town, if I can but findeth it.  So many falicitudes for
thy help.  Now it is C or busteth.  (Hints and spoilers welcometh.)

The Betterth than Sad Knight :-)

    
    
    	I just started this game and it's super....it's a lot like
    	the SEGA (sorry) Phantasy Star in the playing. i.e. a small
    	character on a large grid until you enter a town, cave or
    	passage, where you then "see" the other characters as the same
    	size. Many, many puzzles to solve along with mosnters and
    	assorted baddies to defeat. Weapons and "things" to buy with
    	the spoils of defeated foes....I like it!
    
    This will be a big seller, I think.
    Dick

    The Dragonlord has tasted my sword. I think the last fight is a real
    bore. This game is "ok". I compare everything to Zelda and there
    seems to be nothing to compare.
    
    SLAM

    I can't take it anymore.  Please offer NO Hints.  Only MAJOR SPOILERS
    accepted.
    
    I have obtained everything EXCEPT Endrick token.  I have been as
    far East and as far South as I can from Hauksness (the dead town)
    and I still can't find CAITLIN.
    
    Can someone tell me exactly where CAITLIN is?  Is it invisible or
    something??????
    
    HHHHEEEELLLLPPPP......
    
    A frustrated Warrior,
    
    Sandie

    Caitlin is 
    
    *SPOILER*
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    From the dead town go south east to find Caitlin. In Caitlin
    ask an old man about where to find the Token. He will tell you 
    in squares where it is.   GOOD LUCK!!!
    
    SLAM

    I have gone Southeast to find Caitlin but with no luck.  Can you
    see the town from a distance like the other towns?  Can you give
    me some special terrain I should look for that is near the town?
    Are there poisonous marshes near by or a bridge or a lot of mountains
    etc.
    
    I mut be really stupid or blind!!
    
    Help

    CAITLIN *SPOILER*
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Go south from dead town as far as you can go then go west across the
    bridge, from there go north past the first bridge and at the second
    bridge go across and west a few squares, from there go down south 
    about ten squares into caitlin. Caitlin is surrounded by a wall.
    
    X Dead Town            X          |=--------
    = Bridge               |          | **     |
    + Caitlin              |      =   |=       |
                           |          |        |
                           |          |        |            ^^^^^^^^
                           |__________=        +            ^^^^^
                                                  Mountains^^^^
                                                  ^^^^^^^^^
                                                  SWAMP
                                                 ****************
                                                 ****************
    
    
    I hope this is right, It's been a few weeks since I last played.
    
    SLAM

    Re: Note .95
    
    SLAM,
    
    I think I love you.  I'll know for sure tomorrow.
    
    Thanx again,
    
    Sandie

    
    
    	Ha...Ha...Ha.... the Dragon Lord has fallen!! I smote him
    	this am before work! Not a bad game.....Has anyone found
    	the password for the second, if any, adventure??
    
    
    Dick

    i have had the game for 2 days now and have 42 hp and 24 mp small
    shield, chain mail armor, and hand axe. can someone give me a spoiler 
    where the harp is so i can get the staff of rain.
    
                                       thanks, tim
    
    
    
                                          
    
                                                    

      We have  two games going. The interesting thing is they are
      at  the  same  level  (17)  but  the Maximum Hit Points are
      different.  One is at 100 and the other is at 91. They both
      have  Endrick's Armor, Flame Sword, and Silver Shield. They
      both  have  the  same  items. The Maximum Magic is the same
      (91).
      
      What gives.  Anybody  know  what could be the difference to
      cause the Maximum HP to be different?
      
      Ken

 
    It seems to me that the various skill points you recieve when you go up
    a level are random.  Sometimes you get a lot, sometimes just a few.  So
    maybe the difference between the two characters is just the accumulated
    difference.
                                                  - Dragon Dave

      Yes it  does  look like it is random. But do you always get
      the  same number of points going from one level to the next
      and they are assigned randomly to the different catagories,
      or is the actual number obtained a random amount. How is it
      determined how much each catagory will get.  
      
      Just Curious
      

in case of Dragon Quest)The amount of HP,MP up is own your name.
   	 I thought there are 3 type to grow.
	 Precocious type ,Average type ,late grown type.

	At first the default value is deferent,too



Hiro

    Looking for general info.....
    
    What level is required to really get anywhere? I'm currently at
    level 12 and haven't gotten any further than the town to the south
    where you buy keys.  I have found the fighter's ring, fairy flute
    and tablet.  Am I missing a lot of items in the early stages?  It
    seems all I can do right now is fight monsters to raise my level.
    
    Any help appreciated.
    
    
    Bob

    I would like to know what is in the dead town and how do you get it 
    
    thanks
    mike

    Re .104:
    
    You're probably not ready for the dead town.  Build up your strength
    until you can reach the town east of the dead town.  There's a clue
    there.       
    
    
    				-- edp 

          Hello,

                   I'm looking for a specific spoiler to a question
     concerning Erdrick's(sp) sword. The question which, is a spoiler,
     follows the formfeed:



         I know that the sword is located in the dragonlord's castle,
     and I've discovered the secret entrance behind the throne. This leaves
     three possible entrances down into the dungeon, the secret one and two
     that can be reached by passing through doors. I've been down there and
     believe I've seen the chest containing the sword (in a small walled off
     room located in the middle of one particular dungeon level). I'm looking
     for a fairly specific spoiler on the route to use to reach the above
     mentioned chest.


                                       thank you,

                                                  --- BMG

    	Spoiler on how to get to the sword:
    
    	Ignore the two dummy entrances.  The entrance behind the throne is
    the correct way.  Just make sure you check every possible path
    afterward that....
    
    							Ned
    

                 Thank you Ned.  

               Dragonlord minions take heed!!

          The dungeon corridors will run red with blood TONIGHT!!!!
    


                                           What a ham,

                                                       --- BMG      

    Has anyone noticed that when you are at level 19-20 that your HP is 
    somehow uplifted after you defeat an enemy?
    
    A dragon may draw near and my hit points may be 90 at that point but
    after I defeat the dragon they may be 115.
    
    Also last night I thought I had defeated the Dragonlord as the game
    flashed the message "Thou has defeated..." next thing I see a new
    screen with a huge dragon and I'm dead.
    
    
    Mike

    HP increasing has to do with walking around.  After a battle, you
    may have lost quite a few hit points but as you walk around, they
    increase.

    
    <mild spoilers for -.1 and -.2>
    
    
    If you are wearing the "Magic Armor" you'll heal as you walk.  That's
    why it's magic!
    
    The "Dragonlord" you defeated was an illusion!  Now you must kill the
    real one.   This isn't really more difficult, but you'd better have all
    your magic points.

    Yep...he bit the dust last night.
    
    I was at level 22 and went through 7 HEALMORE spells before he
    succombed.
    
    I was I had made a copy of my quest before finifhing the game because I
    was curious as to what happens if you say "Yes" to the Dragonlord's
    offer and "No" to Gwaelin.
    
    Sir Mike

    If you say "yes" as I did the first time because I just HAD to know
    you get.........
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    A SEVERE CASE OF MODULE LOCK! THE GAME LOCKS UP AND YOU HAVE TO START 
    OVER AGAIN!
    
    Slam

    
    	I asking this for my wife, who is the Dragonlord in our home....
    The question is she is told to search 70 leagues east and 40 leagues
    south of Tantagel Castle, how far is a league??????
    
    					Mike	

     Re: .114

     A league is simply one space on the outside map.

     There is an easy way to determine how many leagues you are from the 
     castle...

     (mild  spoiler)



















     If you have Gwalen's (the Princess) Love you need only use it while you 
     are outside.  

     Personally, I only discovered this after I had counted it out by hand, ugh!

                                          - Dragon Dave

    A leage is one step.
    

    
    	Thanks for the replies on "league" my wife is really pretty good
    at this game.  Thanks again!!!!!    I'm off to my Dragonlord with
    important info!!!!
    
    				Mike

    Re.113
    
    	My brother answered Yes to the dragonlord and got.............
    
    
    	Brother: YES
    Dragonlord : What?
        Brother: YES 
    Dragonlord : Really?
        Brother: YES
    Dragonlord : Oh..., OK, half the kingdom is yours.
    	           Now you look tired, get some sleep (heh, heh, heh).
    
    	Then the DL did him in, however he was able to restore his save game.
    
    	That girl that wants to go with you just keeps saying "But you
    must!" until you give in, (kinda like she's married to him already ;').)
    
    								Ed
    

    Can anyone provide a specific spoiler on getting to the sword in
    the castle?  
    
    
    Thx
    Bob

    HELLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLPPPPPPPPPPPPP!!!
    
    Been working on the wicked bad guy at the entrance to Caitlan (sp??).
    I am at the level of 14 with 78 HP?? and 70 MP??  
    
    I also found the silver harp and traded that for the staff of rain
    I believe - am not really sure if this is what I got.
    
    I need help in the following - spoilers either here or by mail would
    be greatly appreciated - 
    
    
    
    I am putting these questions much lower because some can also be
    spoilers.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    1.  How do I get that sucker near Caitlan - do I have to be at the
        next level or two??
    
    2.  Do I need something to give to the guy in the cave near Rimuldar
        (again sp?) and do I get that in that town?? (BTW - I did rescue
        Gwaelin and have her love!!! YEAH!!!)
    
    3.  In the dead town, do I have to kill the axe knight over in the
        little patch area on the right side of the town to then do a search
        to get something or what??  I have been able to kill the dragon
        but that axe guy is something else!!!!
    
    I know these are alot to ask but I am really going nuts with these
    areas.  Any and all help would be greatly appreciated - thanks again.

    re: last note
    
    
    The Golem at Caitlin can be handled in two ways:
    
    1) Mash him like any other monster.  You may not be strong enough yet.
    (This is how I originally did it.)
    
    2) Use a particular item.  Music soothes the savage beast - but you have
    to get just the right kind.  
    
    
    
    The guy in the cave needs three things.  You mentioned one of them. 
    Use Gwailin's Love to get another - get clues for this in Caitlin.
    
    
    
    The axe knight is a tough dude.  (And you ain't seen *nothing* yet.)
    
    But killing him will be worth your effort.

    Thanks so much for the info.  I will try to get him tonight!!! The
    Golem that is............
    
    
    
    Now, may I ask one more???
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Give me some direction to find the flute please???
    
    Thanks again.
    
    Mary-Ann
    

    
   Re:-1
    
    
   POSSIBLE SPOILER FOLLOWING,
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Take three steps downward from the fountain in the the town of Kol
     Search the area you are on.
    
    
                                                           John
    
    
    

    
    Can someone give an in depth discription of the  game in easier terms.
    
    I am on level 0. I just played the game at my friends house for awhile
    and I like the game alot, the problem is I can't get anywhere.
    Do you just walk around and get experience? 
    How and where do you know where to use search?
    Where are the herbs?
    

    -2
    
    Thanks for the info.  I happened to find it late (11:00) last night.
    
    
    My next problem is the token, just can't seem to find it.  Is it
    in Caitlen or am I not looking in the right place.  What does Gwaelin
    have to do with this?????  Please help anyone!!
    
    
    
    
    -1
    
    Hang in there for awhile.  Just keep fighting the guys in the
    surrounding area to build up your strength.  The town next to the
    kings castle has herbs in it.  Go over there and buy some.  
    
    When you increase your levels then you can wander out a little further
    than what you could before that level because you are stronger and
    can take more hits from the bad guys and the amount of points you
    loose are less from them.
    
    Good luck!!!!!!!
    
    Mary-Ann
    

    Just a quick note ----
    
    Last night I call the Nintendo Hot Line for some help to relieve
    my frustration and when I finally got through, the automated voice
    tell you to push #1 if you need info on Super Mario Bros. Zelda
    or DRAGON WARRIOR - so you immediately know at what level this game
    has reached if it is singled out like that - guess it is right up
    there with the big Z!!!!!!!
    
    Mary-Ann
    

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      does anyone have any info. on dragon warrior?
      i have got so far and then got stuck.
      so please help!!!
    
    
      pat
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    pat just keep getting expirence pts.
    
    and money! you will make it!
    
    
    patrick

    Hi fellow Warriors,
    
        I have a few things to say about this game. First of all I went all
    the way to level 30 which is the highest level. It took 65,535 EP to
    get it but it was worth it, I made it to the Dragonlord and beat him to
    a pulp in 5 shots not having to use healmore. I had a max HP of 210 and
    a max MP of 189 using the name Damon. In the Nintendo Power tip book on
    this game, they have a game with Nester who is on level 30 also,
    however, he only has a max HP of 190 and a max MP of around 198. I also
    decided to see how much gold you can get. The most you can get is
    65,535 (the same as exp). There are two things I would like to know
    though, 1. A clue on the cursed necklace(location)   2. Is there any
    way to get the chests behind merchant counters?  
    
    Spoiler on the location of Edrick's Token follows:
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Down south by Cantlin there is a gigantic swamp, by using Gwaelins love
    you will be able to find 70 leagues south and forty west (in the
    swamp). At that location search, you will discover Edricks Token.
    
    
    
    Damon, the Dragonmaster.
    

    
    
    Can someone please give a detailed spoiler on how to get Edrick's
     sword? I am at level 19 and still searching. Also have Edrick's
     armor,flame sword, and silver shield.
     Am also interested in knowing where the necklace is.
    
     Thanks!!
    
                                                          John
    
    
    
    

    Just a quick note to put in my two cents on Dragon Warrior. This
    is a great game, very much in the spirit of Link, Faxanadu, and
    Zelda, yet different. It is the type of game that requires no manual
    dexterity or physical capability. The challange of this game is
    mental, both problem solving and strategic planning. Other games
    mentioned required me to read the spoilers, knowing that the clues
    given were insufficient to solve the puzzle. Not so with DW.
    
    So put in another vote for a great game, I rate it a solid 9.5.
    
    Sir Joel, Knight of Merrimack

    I need help in focusing on what to do next. I have reached level
    15, and just got Gwalien's love. I have the harp, flute, stones,
    and all the armor and weapons appropriate for that level. I am not
    welcome in the magic place to the south east yet although I don't
    know why or what I have to get to be welcome. I have tried to explore
    Harkness ( the deserted town to the south west ) but get killed
    too quickly by green dragons breathing fire. Can anyone direct my
    quest? What should I be going for next and where is it? I still
    have not found Caitlin. Is that where I must go?
    
    Thanks for the help.
    

    Re:  The Harp
    
    There is a man SOMEWHERE who will exchange a very USEFUL item for
    your Harp.  Find him.
    
    Sandie

    re:-1 Spoiler, however small.
    
    
    
    I have not yet Gwalien's love but I do see that you'll need to 
    swap the harp for another item.
    
    another mini spoiler.
    
    
    There's a tunnel in the NE section of the first screen in the same
    section of land that the town of Kol but to the west of Kol, a town 
    surrounded by trees with mountains just above.
    
    

    Could you be a bit more specific on who or where I exchange the
    harp with? 
    
    re:-1 The cave near town in NE has bee thoroughly explored and I
    have everything in there to be had but you don't.
    
    Have any green fish lately? Cajun style - blackened? Have fun!!

    
    A couple of questions, what do you do with the cursed belt and if
    you do wear it how do you get it off?
    
    re: -1
    
    You are suggesting that I missed something where I found the harp?
    
    Spoiler for directions for the swap.
    
    
    Northeast of the mountain range above the castle you first start from 
    find a bridge that heads to the east and cross it.
    
    Go to the southeast corner of this land mass and cross another bridge
    going to the east. 
    
    Staying to the western border of this landmass head north until you
    find some mountains and trees, you should be able to go west following
    the trees. The cave is north of the penninsula and is a one roomer.
    
    

    re: -1
    
    I too put on the cursed belt and found myself in a dilemma, however
    I am now in a position to give you guideance.
    
    
    
    Possible Spoiler:
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    In the town just east of the starting castle, there is a man in
    a room that says "If thou art ever cursed, come back and see me."
    His house is on the eastern side of the village just north of the
    main drag.
    
    No I was not trying to say that you missed something in the cellar
    where you found the harp, I thought that you had not yet found the
    Princess and returned her to the castle. This is how you receive
    her love. If this is the case the following could be a spoiler and
    the reason for my confusion.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    There is (of course ) a cave that you must traverse to go from north
    to south (to Rimular) on the east coast. The easy path straight
    down the left side of the cave, brings you happily out on the southern
    landmass. The traveler weaving along the right side of the cave,
    meets up with a very disagreable monster named the green dragon.
    His punch is most heavy and when he breaths fire, one must have
    a great deal of strength to survive. He is beatable at level 14-15
    with some fancy spells and a few doses of herb.
    
    What our green friend is guarding is the door to the room that hold
    the princess captive. The scenes upon saving the princess and returning
    her to her rightfull place on the throne next to her father are
    among the best I have seen in videogame land.
    
    My confusion was due to the fact that I can't believe there exist
    a cave in the northeast that I did not find. I can't wait to go
    home tonight and find it. I had thought that I had walked that area
    so extensively, that there was nothing else left to find.  THANKS
    FOR THE LEAD. YOU HAVE MADE MY QUEST COME ALIVE.

     
    You need to go South and then East from the destroyed town/
    
    Use the "ol ball and chain"  in the wildernes
    
    
    GLS
    

    I have beaten the Dragon With the Battle ax AND at level 8. When you
    obtain sleep use it on hime he will stay asleep for 5 or 6 hits. I 
    did get one of those excellent move things so that helped to. I just
    Wanted to say that warriers of level 7+ can beat hime.

    I am on level 15 and I have
    
    Full Plate
    Broad Sword
    Large Shield
    Gwendalines Love
    6 keys
    6 herbs
    Fighters Ring
    Dragon Scale
    Fairy water
    Faries Flute
    Staff of rain 
    And 30,000 pieces of gold
    
    
                    My qustions are
    
    
    
    1= Where is edricks armor{A very specific spoiler wanted on this}
    
    2= I dont know what I should do in the dead town. I killed the dragon
    but I cant find anything anywhere and the ax dude kicks my butt every
    time.
    
    3= How do you get to catlin-It sells the flame sword and silver shield
    right. All MAJOR Spoilers accepted.

>    
>    1= Where is edricks armor{A very specific spoiler wanted on this}
>    
>    2= I dont know what I should do in the dead town. I killed the dragon
>    but I cant find anything anywhere and the ax dude kicks my butt every
>    time.
>    
>    3= How do you get to catlin-It sells the flame sword and silver shield
>    right. All MAJOR Spoilers accepted.
>
    You would probably be better off finding Calin first, the answers to
    the first two questions can be found there.  Also, you may need the
    flame sword to wipe the Axe Knight.
    
    If you're still impatient (I'm glad I wasn't,) I'll answer the three
    questions in reverse order, with form-feeds
    
    Find your way down around the douth west side of the island the dead
    town is on and follow the coast until you've crossed two bridges.
    YOu'll see it from there.
    
    Axe knight spoier follows:
    
    Fight him the same way as a dragon: sleep spell and then hack away.  I
    was at level 16 with the flame sword to do it.  Be sure to RUN if he's
    doesn't get to sleep in one or two tries.
    
    Erdrick's Armour spoiler follows:
    
    Ask around in Catlin, you'll have two or three people give you all the
    clues...
    
    You still want more specifics?
    
    
    Naw, I can't tell you yet... Go to Catlin first and get the sword -
    you'll need it.  You find out there EXACTLY where the armour is.

    This is the first game I've really liked (other than BASEBALL
    STARS...).  I tried Zelda and got discouraged, I tried Wizards and
    Warriors and couldn't get out of the Forest...  Are there any other
    games that are text based like Dragon Warriors??  I have zero manual
    dexterity...  
    
    Monte (Hrothgar)
    

     Re: .141
     
     Ultima is another psuedo-role-playing game that requires no manual 
     dexterity.  I've only had Ultima for a week but I'd say it not as
     good a game as Dragon Warrior.  It is a little frustrating so far,
     unlike DW was. DW is nicely balanced in its difficullty, just hard
     enough to keep your interest without being (too) frustrating.

     I'd give Dragon Warrior a 9 and Ultima a 6 (so far).



                                        - Dragon Dave           

    I, Mr CLUTZ, beat the Dragonlord last night.  It took me three trys
    (the last time at level 21), but it was a learning process.  This was a
    great game, and I liked the ending, too.  I didn't have to use spoilers
    - all the hints were there somewhere (I did make use of a hint or two,
    though  :-)  It got harder as I got better!  If they only made more games 
    like this... 
    
    The greatest "skill" in this game is patience...
    
    What follows is a "HINT" at getting through the Dragonlord's dungeon
    and getting Erdrick's sword...
    
    When you map the dungeon, also map where the stairs lead...  Down at
    level 2 does not guarantee you to be a level three... In fact, you
    could be at "any" level...  MAP the stairs...
    

    re 297.16, password to second level
    
    There is a second and harder level of play. After conquering
    the game I came across this topic in this conference. So I went
    back and tried to figure out what the word was. 
    
    I started with the more    (oops ;-)    )
    obvious words and worked my way down the line. The word that I found
    was Tantegal, if entered properly it will take up all of the allotted
    spaces. The only difference I have seen between the two quests is
    that instead of starting out with 15 hitpoints you start out with
    only 13. This makes the game a little harder.
    I am on level 3 and climbing. I have not spent as much time on this
    as I should, but I plan to. If anyone out there is stuck and wants
    a spoiler or just a hint ask and I will be glad to help.
    
                       Screamin' Ben 
                             
            
    

    This is for my son Tim, 
    
    Does anyone know how to get Erdrick's armor?  We are looking for a
    major spoiler on this one, thanks ahead of time...
    
    John..
    

    RE: -1  
    Location of erdrick's armour
    
    If I remember correctly, it is being guarded by a VERY strong foe.  Of
    course, once you kill the foe, you have to do a little looking.
    
    There are two merchants in catlin that will give the two clues that
    give you nearly the exact location

    RE: -1
    Thanks for the help Monte, we now have the armour..  Now we need to 
    find the Dragon Lord, (whatever that is, remember, this is for my
    son, not me)  Any clues you can give without 'selling the store' would
    be appreciated..
    
    thanks again in advance.
    john..
    

    Numerous people from the different towns gove hints where to find the
    Dragonlord.  Usually, a player knows where to go long before he is
    equiped.  I suspect your son still needs at least one more magic item.  
    
    If he still doesn't know where to find him, have him revisit all the towns 
    (with a pencil and paper) and talk to everyone.  If that seems like too 
    much work to him, beware: the dragonlord is one serious dude!
    

This is a great game (like ZELDA I the best thou).... I am now looking for 
Erick's SWORD.... I am at level 21 with everything (I think) but the 
SWORD..  I keep going down and around and can see the chest in the 
Dragonlord's castle but can't seem to get to it.... I have mapped to an 
extent but I can't find that middle stairway "down" to the chest... but it 
is fun.

Never found the CURSED NECKLACE but did fine the "BELT" since the book said 
to get rid of it if possible, I sold it to one of the merchants... never 
did see the man in the 1st town so don't know what he would have done, if 
anything.... did anyone ever find that NECKLACE or is it somewhere in the 
Dragonlord's Castle and I'll probably find that before I find the SWORD....

Anyway, this is fun and it helps pass the time away when there is nothing 
good on TV....

If anyone out there has directions - leads - to the SWORD, greatly 
appreciated but I'll keep on defeating (if they don't get me first) the 
"enemies".....

Linda

    Linda,
    
    Some people have gotten the sword (and the dragonlord) without mapping
    the dungeon, but I didn't.  I assumed (rightly) it would take more than 
    one attempt (for me) to kill the dragonlord, so I wanted to be able to go 
    back down as many times as necessary.  
    
    Possible spoiler to help mapping follows:
    
    
    Do not assume that a down staircase always goes down one level (or vice
    versa). Map each level and pay special attention to where stairs come
    and go. It's not a simple maze.  But it IS fun.  I hope one of the
    sequels makes it here soon!

	I got a clue that there was a magical item to be obtained
	*spoiler*
	4 steps south of the bath in Kol, but haven't been able to locate 
	it.  I assume, from the things that the townspeople are telling
	me in this town, that the item may be the fairies flute.
	I need some help finding this flute and also I can't find
	the silver harp.  It's somewhere in jGaringham(sp?) and I've
	been down a staircase that I needed a key to reach, but couldn't
	find it.  I'd appreciate some help finding both of these items.	
	This game is good, and I do enjoy it...
	*D*

    Go to Kol, and talk to everyone.  Somebody there will tell you where
    the bath is, and then the rest is easy.
    
    - Chris

    re::.151
    the harp is in the grave yes,but....
    
    (spoiler)
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    you need to open the door . Watch out! The enemies get harder as
    you go down levels.
    
    BRI
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    

    Whatshould I be before trying to get Erdwick's(sp?) armor?
    I have been trying to get to Caintlin(sp?) ever since I got the
    flute, but I keep getting killed right about the time I get to
    or just past Hauksness - you know , the dead, deserted town.  Does
    anybody have any tricks to geting to , and living, Caintlin(sp?)?
    Any help and hints would be grereciated.
    *D*    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    

   My question should read 'what level should I be' any help and hints
    greatly appreciated.
    *D*    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    

	My question now is, would somebody give me a hint as to where
	Erdrick's armor is?  I have been to Cantlin and got 3 clues about
	it so I know what town to look for it in, but WHERE and how
	is my question. Since 1 clue said something about it being
	"buried at the foot of a tree" does that mean I should stand 
	on top of the tree and do  a "search" or stand in front of it
	and "search"?
	I've now got the flame sword and am level 15 and saving for the
	silver shield.

		*D*
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    

    
    
    re:-1
    Spoiler.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    There's a "dead" town above Catlin. Pretty heavy weight dudes to
    battle and, if I remember correctly, near the right center most 
    part of town you'll find the tree and a knight to conquer to get
    the armor.
    
    wayne
    
    
    
    
    

    RE:297.156
    
    Spoiler
    
    
    REmember the "tree" is behind one of the old shops. You'll know you
    have the right place when the Axe Knight appears.  I tackled it at
    level 17 but probably could have done it at level 16.

       Well, last night I finally managed to defeat the Dragon Lord
    and I just wanted to thank all the kind people who kept me from
    going *nuts* with their timely spoilers. Since my wife has absolutely
    no patients for Nintendo, I just had to tell someone of my success.
    Actually, the victory was quite dramatic as I accidently stumbled
    on the Dragon Lord's lair while wandering around lost in the castle.
    After a brief battle I had run out of magic and, after absorbing
    a vicious swipe from those steel-like claws, the screen turned a
    dark blood red. Knowing that I was about to bit the dust, I concidered
    trying to run but decieded to take one last defiant stab instead.
    Guess what, that last shot finished him off. So thanks again for
    all the help, and now it's on to Link.
    
    
                          Oliver(alias Bonehead the dragon slayer)
    
                                          
    

    
    Help Please!!!!
    I am at level 20 with Erdrick's armor, silver shield, flame sword, 
    staff of rain, stones of sunlight, and all other things.
    I am obviously ready to tackle the Dragonlord, but first I need to 
    know one thing...
    
    			HOW DO I GET TO THE DRAGONLORD'S ISLAND???
    	Where is this "bridge" supposed to appear?
    Please help...
    
    Any notes or MAJOR spoilers will be greatly appreciated..
    
    				Thanks,
    		Zyharr "Shadowwill" Dragonbite, emperor
    
    
    
    

Spoiler follows...

>    I am at level 20 with Erdrick's armor, silver shield, flame sword, 
>    staff of rain, stones of sunlight, and all other things.

You need to get an item from a man in the southeast that will allow
you to make the bridge.  He will take two items mentioned above and
give you the required item.

Pete

    Even though I don't care to have the computer fight my battles, this
    game is still fun and addicting.  I plan to play it for an hour and
    end up finally tearing myself away 3 hours later.  Time just flys by.
    
    I'm up to stage 15 right now.  Last night I was trying to build up
    enough gold to buy the magical armor (7700).   I was around the
    5000 mark and running low on HP and MP so decided to head into
    the Inn at Rimuldar.    I only needed 100 points to reach level
    15, had 12 MP and 40 HP.   At this point I said "Yea, I can do it,
    these monsters are easy now".   ....and then it happened.  I only
    needed 15 more Experience points and the Warlock got me.  I had
    no MP, so I couldn't use STOPSPELL.  Tried to run away but he
    blocked me and then put me to sleep.  Within about 5 seconds, he
    killed me.   There went half of my gold.  There is still a lot of
    thought that you must put into this game.  
    
    Pam

    This game is being offerred for free when you subscribe to Nintendo
    Power magazine.  $18 for 12 issues and a Dragon Warrior cart seem like
    one of the best deals going in Nintendom.  I got mine and it looks like
    a lot of fun from the notes here.
    
    "For a Limited Time Only"�
    
    -Brian

�    This game is being offerred for free when you subscribe to Nintendo
�    Power magazine.  
    
    Is this offer also good for renewals?  Probably not.  The new
    subscribers get all the bennies.  At least that has seemed the case
    with other mags I've subscribed to.

    Just started playing this game and I have a question about the harp.
    I looked thru the first 60-70 notes and didn't find anything. I'll
    hide my question in case its a spoiler.
    
    
    
    I have found the town where the harp is and searched and searched all
    over with no success. There is one corner of the town where a old man
    which looks like some sort of wizzard is standing and he won't move
    so I can search where he is standing. My question is, how do I get
    this guy to move? Thanks for any help.
    
    
    
    
    mike

    Hi Mike
    
    Check note .78   It gives a spoiler on the location of the harp.
    If you're still stuck, let me know and I'll check my notes at home.
    
    Pam

    � Is this offer also good for renewals?  Probably not.  The new
    � subscribers get all the bennies.  At least that has seemed the case
    � with other mags I've subscribed to.
    
    Yes, I think I saw somewhere that renewals are eligible.  Call the 
    800 in your magazine for details.
    
    -Brian

    I would like to take advantage of the free game with subscription. I 
    checked in several Nintedo Power mags last night at my Video store and
    didn't find this offer.  I would appreciate it if someone could give me
    the 800- number.
    
    Thanks,
    Doug

    
       Offer definitely good with subscription renewals.  Got mine last
    week.
    
    -rick

    I recently received this game as part of Nintendo Power's promotional
    offer, and already I'm addicted. My wife, however, prefers the
    Zelda-type battles rather than the windows in DW, but I found it very
    easy to get used to. 
    
    I could use some hints (not spoilers, please)...
    
    I'm currently at level 15 (about 500 experience points shy of 16), and
    have the following items/weapons/spells: 
    
    		Elrich's (sp?) armor		Herbs(6)
    		Flame Sword			Keys(5)
    		Silver Shield			Gwailin's (sp) Love
    						Rainbow Drop
    		All spells except		Elrich's Token
    		Healmore & Hurtmore		Fairy Flute
    						Fighter's Ring
    						Dragon Scale
    						Torches (3)
    						Fairy Water 
    
    	I've been to every town and cave, with the exception of the
    	Dragonlord's Island, and have beaten up on just about anything that
    	crosses my path, but what do I do now? 
    
    	From reading the previous replies, it seems pretty futile to go
    	after the Dragonlord without Healmore/Hurtmore, and at anything	
    	below Level 20 or 21. (Or is it?) Should I keep roaming the southern	
    	areas of the outerworld, killing stuff until my EP will	bring me to
    	level 20/21? Should I explore the Dragonlord's castle at my current
    	level, hoping to build up EP? Are there other items or places I
    	should check out first? Since I've already purchased the flame sword
    	and silver shield, and since I've already found Elrich's armor, are
    	their any other major purchaces I can make? (I'm accumulating a ton
    	of gold, but except for herbs, torches and rooms at the Inns, I 
    	don't see any further use for my gold...)
    	
    
    	Again, great game, and hints will be appreciated.
    
    	Freddie

    Freddie,
    
    My brother is currently playing this game also (I finished it about a
    year ago and am trying to assist him from memory), I would suggest
    you look around the Dragonlord's castle (there's something you will
    need to find in there) to build up your experience points at a quicker
    rate.  However, be prepared to use either WINGS or RETURN spell if
    you find yourself getting low.  There really isn't anything else to
    spend all that gold on anymore.
    
    Hope this helps.  If you need anymore assistance I'll try to help.
    
    Nance (who is almost through Dragon Warrior II)

    Nance, thanks for the response.
    
    I had gotten bored roaming the southern lands, just killing stuff to
    earn Experience Points, so I boogied on over to the Dragonlord's
    Castle. I found Elrich's (sp) sword, and built my level up to 18. So
    far, so good...but then I went looking for the Dragonlord himself. I
    fought my way down to a hallway, approx 1 square wide and 10 squares
    long with a staircase at either end. I entered from the left and tried
    exiting from the right, but seemed to be caught in a loop, going thru
    the same screen over and over again. I decided to exit, stage left, and
    fight my way back out, since I had let my magic get too low to use 
    'Outside' or 'Return'...:^( I got my butt kicked on the very next screen. 
    (Next time, I'll take your advice and carry some wings to get me out in 
    a hurry.)
    
    A question, though...I've already got the best armor & the best sword,
    but is there a better shield than the silver shield? If so, is it one
    that can be bought, or is it something that needs to be found?
    
    Freddie

    Freddie,
    
    The Silver Shield is the best there is to offer.
    
    The Wings will only work outside the caves or castles.  They bring you
    back to Tantegel Castle.  You need to save enough magic to use your
    spell of OUTSIDE (6 mps).  You cannot use this spell while in the
    midst of a battle.
    
    My brother is planning on "DOING IN" the Dragonlord tonight.  I'll
    map it out for you if I can.
    
    Hope this helps
    

    re .172
    
    Freddie,  I finally managed to defeat the dragonlord on Tuesday night.  
    One thing I found interesting is that the monsters in the castle varied 
    in power and difficulting in different trips in.  This was not related 
    to my level.  There were  times when I would go in and kick butt real bad.
    I also could run away rather easily.  The other times (most of them), I
    would have major troubles, there would be more monsters (allowing me
    less time to heal) and many were hard to run away.  These times caused
    me to use up MP.
    
    Anyhow the level you were on that had the narrow corridor with stairs
    at both ends was level 6.  West of the (down) stairs you used in level
    5 there is another stair that goes down to level 6.  This one opens up
    into a wider room (about 5-6 steps wide) with stairs at both end.  When
    you take the down stairs in this section of 6, you will arrive at the
    lighted level 7 where the Dragonlord (and some chests!) resides.
    
    Hope this helps.
    
    Rich

    Rich & Nance,
    
    Thanks for the input. I haven't logged much playing time since the war
    began, so I haven't had a chance to try out your findings. Maybe next
    week I'll make some time to finish things off...I'll let you know how
    I make out.
    
    Freddie 

    I have been fighting the DL at level 19 (120 HP / 115 MP) and not
    inflicting enough damage to defeat him before dying.  I have Edricks
    armor and sword and the silver shield.  Top damage I have caused has
    been 69 HP.  I keep taking chances and dying before exhausting my MP
    (attacking with 44 HP and then getting hit for EXACTLY 44 HP on the
    rebound - is this fixed?) but I'd like to know what I'm shooting for. 
    Anybody remember how many HP the DragonLord has?
    
    Thanks,
    Steve

    re: .176
    
    The reason why you're getting whack is because you need to
    go up a few more levels.  I don't remember how many HP he
    has, but it's quite a few.  My congratulations for making
    it to him at such a relatively low level!
    
    As for getting whacked for precisely 44 HP, that's because
    it won't count off any more than you have.  
    
    Joel
    

    If you have >=200 HP, use HEALMORE when he gets your HP to 100.

  Boy this is a great game.  I just re-newed my subscription to Nintendo
Power and this came with it.  I didn't think the role-playing games would
be this much fun.

  Did anyone else get the 'freebie' offer ?  How do you like the 'goodies'
it came with ?  There is an "Explorers Guide", a quick reference card, and
some maps.

  One of the maps shows all the enimies, what their HP is and the max amount
of experience points and gold that you can get when you defeat them.

  I started playing yesterday and in about four hours made it to level
eight.

  Great game !

		-=> Jim_who_is_now_a_fan_of_NES_role_playing_games <=-

    Was the tip book you received the same one that was in the Nov./Dec.
    1989 issue of Nintendo Power?

  No it's not.  I'd forgotten all about that particular issue...thanx.  The
one that came with the game isn't much bigger than the instruction manual.

  The 'Explorers Guide' is quite similar to the 'Strategy Guide' that is in
the Nov/Dev 1989 issue of Nintendo Power.

					-=> Jim <=-

    
      I've read through a lot of the reply's and haven't seen my question
    answered so.... Has anyone found the ORB? It's suppose to have great
    power. Anyone, if you found it, what's it good for?
    
           Robin (just got this game with the new subscription)

        The ORB of sunlight? is obtained after defeating the Dragonlord.
        What happens if you agree to cross over to the dark side and take 
        half the empire? .... I had a scare last night ... I had just
        reached level 20 and had returned to tantegel castle to power-up
        before attacking the Dragonlord. I was inside the shop where you 
        buy herbs and torches ... I loaded up and then I couldn't get out 
        the door, ( the sound of walking into a wall ) I had to sell a torch
	and then I was able to exit. I re-entered the store and bought the
	torch and was able to leave normally.... some kinda software glitch...

    

Should you decide to cross over to the dark side, the Dragonlord will ask 'Really?'
If you say no, you will fight, as usual.  If you say yes, the Dragonlord will kill
you.

Benjamin

    My son is still having trouble finding the silver harp.  He can
    find the cursed belt and five chests (a group of three and two
    separate ones).  He has no map of the dungeon. 
    
    Help, anyone?  We'll appreciate any directions through the dungeon,
    e.g. what staircases there are, and what to do with them.
    
    						Thanks in advance,
    
    
    						Mark

    We no longer have this game, but still have the nice book and map that
    came with the Nintendo offer.  If anyone can use these and would like
    them, send me mail.
    
    Andy

    
    
    Hi Warriors,
    
    I just got the game for Christmas and started playing avidly.
    I sure enjoy the game a lot.  The only thing I don't like about
    it is that it takes too long to get to a higher level.  I'm at
    level 13 and working on level 14.  It will take me about 3000 EP
    to get to level 14.  My questions are as follow:
    
    	1.  How can I get to a higher level quickly?
    
    	2.  What is the highest number of EP to the next level have
    	    you all seen?
    
    	3.  Is there an order of where to go and what to get?  If there
    	    is, could someone give me a spoiler as to the order.
    
    	4.  Where can I get the Flame Sword? or E's sword?
    
    Thank you for all replies, it will aid thee in thou journey toward
    the Dragonlord's demise.
    
    Phil
    

    Spoiler:
    1. No
    2. The most experience needed to advance a level is 4000.  The max is
    Lev. 30 with 65,535 Exp.
    3. There is no particular order, though at your level, you should try
    to rescue the princess.
    4. The Flame Sword is in Cantlin, 'away down south, and Erdrick's Sword
    is in Charlock.
    Happy New Year!
    Benjamin

    The screen would turn a shade of orange, and the game would be over,
    but you would lose. 
    
    I thought the music during the fight with the DragonLord was AWESOME,
    wouldn't you agree?
    

    Spoilers follow:
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    1. The Fairy Flute is used to put Golem (who is guarding the
    castle-town, of which I cannot remember the name) to sleep.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    2. The Staff of Rain, combined with the Stones of Sunlight, taken to a
    wise man somewhere (that's for you to figure out), gives you the
    Rainbow Drop, when used in a certain place, a bridge will appear,
    leading to the DragonLord's Castle.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    3. No Erdrick's armor is hidden somewhere in the abandoned town, behind
    some trees. When you get there, you'll know what I'm talking about. Get
    clues from townspeople.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    4. It doesn't really matter how strong you are, I guess, just as long
    as you know how to FLEE (RUN!), you will find Erdrick's armor in that
    town.
    

    Well, after having taken a 'sabbatical' of more than a year, I played
    DW for a few hours last week and, after polishing up all of my rusty
    skills, quickly built my level up from 20 to 24, and managed to finally
    (and just barely: HP down to 25, MP down to 3) defeat the Dark Lord.
    
    I then went back to the king, and was hailed as a great hero, etc,.etc.
    After the credits rolled thru and the game ended, however, I noticed
    that my adventure was still listed as saved and available, beginning at 
    level 24, at the point I started out on my final (and victorious) mission. 
    Is this correct? I had thought that once successfully completed, the
    adventure would be deleted...I realize I can delete it myself, but I'm
    just curious if this is a feature or a bug. (Or is there a second
    adventure available, like with legend of Zelda?) Inquiring minds want
    to know... 
    
    On to DW-II...I hope it's as much fun!
    
    Freddie

    Since the game does not SAVE when you beat it, your adventure log will
    include the adventure which you just beat.  If you select this
    character, you will start from the same point you were at the last time
    you SAVED.  The same thing happens in Final Fantasy.
    
    Benjamin

    Could someone help me? I need a photo-copy of the "over world" map...
    My daughter ruined mine, and now I'm lost, can't seem to find anything,
     Please let me know either here or by mail.
    thanks
    Bill