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FOLLOW THE LIST!
Sure, the hero is usually silent. They don't have much of a personality, if at all. But they do all have a unique set of skills, fit into their world and lore, interact with other characters in several ways, and have a vibe and feel to them that's all their own. Let's take a look at them all.
I ask you...
Which has the best visual design?
Which one has the most interesting story?
Which one has the best set of skills?
Which one do you think is most unique?
Which one is your number one favorite, and why?
Here's a visual list of each hero, in case you needed it.
DQ1 Hero
DQ2 Hero
DQ3 Hero
DQ4 Hero
DQ5 Hero
DQ6 Hero
DQVII Hero
DQVIII Hero
DQ IX Hero is customizable... but here's the poster boy version
Same for X, obviously. Guy in red seems to be used most often.
And finally, XI.
Will come back with my answer later.
Edit: Here it is.
NO ONE WORD ANSWERS!
FOLLOW THE LIST!
Sure, the hero is usually silent. They don't have much of a personality, if at all. But they do all have a unique set of skills, fit into their world and lore, interact with other characters in several ways, and have a vibe and feel to them that's all their own. Let's take a look at them all.
I ask you...
Which has the best visual design?
Which one has the most interesting story?
Which one has the best set of skills?
Which one do you think is most unique?
Which one is your number one favorite, and why?
Here's a visual list of each hero, in case you needed it.
DQ1 Hero
DQ2 Hero
DQ3 Hero
DQ4 Hero
DQ5 Hero
DQ6 Hero
DQVII Hero
DQVIII Hero
DQ IX Hero is customizable... but here's the poster boy version
Same for X, obviously. Guy in red seems to be used most often.
And finally, XI.
Will come back with my answer later.
Edit: Here it is.
Which has the best visual design?
I have to list my top three here.
3. Eight
2. Eleven
1. Four - Male
One thing I tend to love about most DQ protagonists is their adherence to a central color scheme. These three pull that off in spades. What I love about Eight and Eleven is their relative simplicity. They look like an ordinary traveler might look, yet still manage to stand out. The overcoats are nice and flowy without being showy like a cape. The bandanna and long hair are visual signifiers that any commoner in these worlds could pull off, but they still manage to make that look their own. And Eight is yellow while Eleven is purple, complimented by blue and green respectively. Eight also has a pet mouse!
But Four? He looks awesome in an entirely opposite way. He looks like a hero. He has a circlet, long, flowing blue hair, a tunic held up by a gem encrusted belt, and a look on his face that says he's about to save the world. I like his female counterpart's hair and face, but her clothes leave a LOT to be desired. Four-M looks like the Zenithian hero that he is. Also, he rocks the blue like nobody's business.
Which one has the most interesting story?
As of right now, I have to choose the "generic" answer and say Five. His generational story, his marriage and his status as a guide to the hero rather than the actual hero himself, all stand out compared not only to other protagonists in his own series, but to RPGs in general. He felt like a distinct and important person despite never saying a word.
Which one has the best set of skills?
Eight can go Super Saiyan, cast lightning and use swords, boomerangs AND spears, with special animations for each of those. I have to choose him.
Which one do you think is most unique?
Visually, Two. His goggle-hat is awesome and he wears SOLID BLUE without it looking weird or uncool. Props.
Story-wise, probably Nine. S/he's a literal angel instead of a human being.
Which one is your number one favorite, and why?
Eleven. His design, ability to use greatswords, and greater role in his own story elevate him to the top for me.
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