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To date, there have been six titles in the series:
* ''Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland,'' [[Game Boy]] (with [[Updated Rerelease|Updated Rereleases]] on the [[
* ''Dragon Quest Monsters 2: Cobi's Journey'' and ''Tara's Adventure,'' [[Game Boy Color]] (Again, with an [[Updated Rerelease]] on the [[
* ''Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart,'' [[Game Boy Advance]]
* ''Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker,'' [[Nintendo DS]]
* ''[[Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2]],'' [[Nintendo DS]]
** ''Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2 Professional,'' [[Nintendo DS]].
* ''Dragon Quest: Monster Battle Road Victory,'' [[Nintendo Wii]] (The series' first original console offering, an Arcade port/spinoff.)
''Dragon Quest: Monster Battle Road Victory'' may be considered a bit of an odd man out -- it is a console port of a Monsters style ''card game'' that had a really innovative arcade system attached to it. The cards had a barcode on the back, you scanned 3 cards in the arcade console to determine your party in the arcade, and you fought various monsters in an arena hosted by the arena master from ''[[Dragon Quest VIII]]''. When you first started the game, it spat out 3 random cards, and you could get more random cards by putting in more money.
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* [[A God Am I]] - {{spoiler|Dr. Snap}} wants to make a world for monsters by eliminating humans.
* [[Adaptation Expansion]]: The 3DS remakes add a ''lot'' to the plot.
* [[Animated Armor]]
* [[Battle Aura]] - Psyching up in ''Joker'' and ''Joker 2''.
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* [[Bilingual Bonus]] - If you finish ''Joker 2'' in an English mode, US DSi... the credits change to English. (Just in case the big US and EU flags during the part where the Japanese commercials talk about a worldwide tournament weren't a big enough clue.)
* [[But Thou Must!]]
* [[Cap]] - The first two games were pretty much cap-free, with 999 being the only stat limit, and all monsters had it. This changed in ''Joker'' -- individual monsters now have distinct caps. Oddly enough, the monster with the highest total caps? The humble ''Lump Wizard.'' (The second-highest was the [[Incredibly Lame Pun|See Butterfly.]])
** Terry's Wonderland had odd caps for agility (Maxed at 511), and Intel (255), but every other stat could be maxed to 999.
** Lump Wizard being a reference to the ''Dragon Quest'' manga, ''[[Dai no Daibouken]]'', where Dai's adoptive grandfather was a Lump Wizard, and really really powerful due to his age/training/being too stubborn to be weak/etc.
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** The King Slime combine was nerfed in ''Joker 2'' due to this specific problem, but a ''pair'' of similar combines were added in it's place -- Great Sabercat (breed 4 Great Sabercat Cubs) and Great Dracky (4 Drackys), both monsters available in the first map. These two monsters have downsides (traits that make them sub-par) but can be bred away to make other rank C monsters that are equally powerful, and still allow you to skip ranks F, E, and D.
** In both Joker and Joker 2, you can simply breed monsters to get a similar monster of the same rank. In Joker 2, doing this enough times in the same rank will move you up a rank, no matter what -- for example, breeding a Beast monster and continually choosing the Beast monster child will have you go through 1-3 "generic" beast monsters for that rank. Upon reaching the final generic monster of said rank, breeding again with almost anything will cause the resultant child to be a generic monster of the next highest rank, all the way up to Rank A (there are no generic rank S monsters). With enough time and effort, it's entirely possible to have an entire team of Rank A monsters the second you can breed monsters, trivializing the rest of the game.
** The 3DS remake of ''2'' allows chain breeding Pteranodon and any nature monster into a Hell Condor, which can then be paired with a Chimera for a Hawk Blizzard, and a male+female Hawk Blizzard can be made into the A rank Ultra Chimera (which can be made into other A rank monsters you want) as soon as you have access to monster breeding. With even less effort, the "Aquapothecary" skill set contains spells that deal a fixed amount of damage, which is extremely good when enemy HP values are low, is actually a fairly common skillset and has other good abilities (healing and passive MP regeneration) on top of it.
* [[Distaff Counterpart]] - The second game's [[One Game for the Price of Two]] versions came in "Boy Flavor" (''Cobi's Journey'') and "Girl Flavor" (''Tara's Adventure''). The remake folds them into one game.
** Thought the conk monster gang couldn't get cuter? [http://blog.jp.square-enix.com/dqm-j2/2010/08/post-30.html Now they have their own distaff counterparts in Joker 2.]
* [[Drop the Hammer]] - The Hammerman monster, [[Exactly What It Says on the Tin|to no one's surprise.]]
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*** Perhaps there are four Incarni! And Wulfspade was repowering while you used the others! And that transformed him into Ace Mode!
* [[Funetik Aksent]]
* [[Fusion Dance]] - What "breeding" has been presented as since ''Joker''. Potentially a [[Woolseyism]], as it explains where the "parents" disappear to, averts [[
* [[Global Currency Exception]] - There's an NPC in both of the first two games who will trade you medals for rare monster eggs. Including the [[Big Bad]], once you beat the game. ...Uh. In ''Caravan Heart'', it's medals for rare monster hearts.
* [[Gotta Catch Em All]] - You get bonuses for it. Although some people just pick one or two families until the post-game.
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** Try getting {{spoiler|Dr. Snapped}} without a guide. I fucking dare you.
** ''Dragon Quest Monsters 2'' had the Dream Egg system, which would allow you to get any monster in the game, including 3 monsters that were specifically unavailable outside of Dream Eggs -- the divine dragon and giant bird goddess from ''[[Dragon Quest III]]'', and a 3rd tree spirit (insinuated to be DeadTree's). The way to get those 3? Feed the egg 10 (and ''exactly'' 10, no more, mo less) of ''every consumable item in the game'', then trade the egg between carts a few times, and even then, you only had a ''10 percent chance'' of the resulting monster being one of the big three.
* [[
* [[Inevitable Tournament]]
* [[Infinity-1 Sword]] - The higher rank monsters of the non-??? monster families in the various games, as well as any of the bosses that join you automatically. Most of the series' [[The Dragon|Dragons]] are included in the "higher rank monsters" list, and most of ''those'' are used in the creation of [[Infinity+1 Sword]] monsters.
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* [[Monster Clown]]
* [[Mythology Gag]] - Every single dungeon in the first [[Dragon Quest Monsters]] is based on an iconic boss fight from a previous ''[[Dragon Quest]]'' game. For example, the first 2 dungeons are from ''[[Dragon Quest I]]'', and have you fighting the Golem and Dragon, who join you. A dummied out version of the ''[[Dragon Quest VI]]'' bonus dungeon was also included, but removed for time. ''Dragon Quest Monsters 2'' has "evolved" versions of all the iconic bosses, such as Asura Zoma, Lord Dragon, et cetera, as well. You discover in ''Caravan Hearts'' most of the way through the game that you're in the world of ''[[Dragon Quest II]]'', centuries after the events of the original series.
* [[No Kill Like Overkill]] - ''Battle Road Victory''''s [[Limit Break|Coup de Graces]]. Not in terms of damage, but in execution. [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGU7lQlKals Here's] [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKNPDDal4es what] [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rpob9xPq1sU some of them] [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjP-cZzj7aY look] [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83JvZswjSu4 like].
* [[Olympus Mons]] - Most of the bosses from the main series, and all of the ones from the game itself, are recruitable, mostly through breeding, with [[Mythology Gag]] after [[Mythology Gag]] included in the process. For example, to get the true last boss of ''[[Dragon Quest II]]'', you need to use his [[The Dragon|dragon]]. In most of the games, the last boss is available using Mini Medals after you finish the credits.
** In the original ''2'' for the Gameboy Color, they added ''[[Olympus Mons]] [[Infinity+1 Sword|Plus 1]]'' -- upgraded and evolved versions of the other [[Olympus Mons]], such as a [[Dragon Quest III|Zoma]] with a huge scythe ("Asura Zoma"), or a berserk [[Dragon Quest I|Dragonlord]] (Lord Draco).
* [[One Game for the Price of Two]] - ''[[Dragon Quest]] Monsters 2'' came in two versions, ''Cobi's Journey'' and ''Tara's Adventure.'' The main differences between the two lied not in the main quest (although they had different random encounter tables), but in the [[Playable Epilogue]], where both versions featured completely different bonus worlds to explore. Each one had its own little plot. And, of course, following the trope to the letter, the best (non-randomly generated) bonus world required an item from ''both'' games to access. The PS1 version includes both games, while the 3DS/mobile remake just folds the two into one game.
** The almost immediate re-release of ''Joker 2'' as ''Joker 2 Professional'' may be seen as this as well. A persistent rumor is that they discovered a game breaking multiplayer glitch and had to patch it, and used the modifications to the game to justify forcing people to upgrade.
* [[One-Gender Race]]: In at least the 3DS remakes, a few types of monster will always be male or female if not forced to be other through breeding with the ♂ Staff or ♀ Staff (which makes all off-spring match the staff), or making all random encounters male/female via the appropriate books. This is generally reserved for monsters with obvious physical features (such as Crone, which is a witch), or those who were unique characters in their native game (such as the final bosses one can obtain late game).
* [[Palette Swap]] - A staple of the ''[[Dragon Quest]]'' series, this was actually mostly averted in most of the ''DQM'' games, with some exceptions -- for example, Slime / Metal Slime, or Phoenix / Blizzardy in the original. The fact that ''Joker 2'' returned to the series's roots with a large number of them [[And the Fandom Rejoiced|actually pleased the fanbase]] as these were all [[Mythology Gag|Mythology Gags]]. The fact that it made ''Joker 2'' [[Nintendo Hard|really really complex]], [[Guide Dang It|especially when breeding]], [[Mythology Gag|especially when breeding old DQ bosses]], was also a factor.
* [[Peninsula of Power Leveling]]: A rare official one occurs in the remake of ''II'', where winning a relatively early tournament will give you the Metal Menagerie key. This world has nothing but Metal Slimes, Liquid Metal Slimes, and (for whatever reason) a small number of Hunter Mechs. The catch is that once used and a certain number of monsters are defeated, it can't be used again for six real world hours.
* [[Plot Hole]] - Terry and Milayou in Dragon Quest VI are a badass swordsman and a Distressed Damsel but in these games? Incredible monster tamers/breeders. Especially bad since as revered champions in the Kingdoms they fight for in the local tourneys you would think someone would go look for them especially since Milayou was last seen dating the prince of one of those kingdoms. Or that they would use a warpwing to get back or use a warp tile like in [[DQM 1]] or doors in [[DQM 2]]. While it is possible for them to have lost all their keys and items that allowed interdimensional travel its never explained what happened to their monsters or why Terry is now a swordsman or you get the picture at this point.
* [[Power Nullifier]] - Mute status effects for spellcasters, surround status effects for melee, "trip" and other "waste a turn" effects for ''everyone''.
* [[Prequel]] - ''Caravan Heart'' to ''[[Dragon Quest VII]]''. {{spoiler|While at the same time, a Sequel to ''[[Dragon Quest II]]''. It's complex, and there's a [[Timey-Wimey Ball]] involved. Not to mention [[Alternate Universe]].}}
** The original game is a prequel to ''{{spoiler|[[Dragon Quest VI]]}}''.
* [[Regional Bonus]]: The overseas release of ''Joker 2'' fixed some bugs. As well, the formerly nigh-unscoutable meddle slime (which is an early game [[Metal Slime]]) could be scouted as a regular [[Metal Slime]], which is a boon because, being a different enemy, the lowered scout rate from scouting an already scouted monster does not apply. Of course, all bug fixes were also fixed in ''Professional'', and the decision to translate the original over that [[Updated ReRelease]] proved a [[Franchise Killer]] in the west.
* [[Samus Is a Girl]] - {{spoiler|The "Mystery Trainer" in the original whom everyone speaks of in fearful terms. But not only is she a girl, she's your ''sister.'' You know, the one you THOUGHT you were "rescuing?"}}
* [[Shout-Out]] - In the first game, the main character's default name is Terry, and his kidnapped sister's name is [[Spell My Name with an "S"|Milayou.]] In ''[[Dragon Quest VI]]'', there are two characters that have those names SPECIFICALLY, and {{spoiler|Terry is searching for Milayou in both games.}} Moreover, {{spoiler|the boss of the last required gate makes you fight against a swordsman named "Terry?" who is implied to have sold his soul to become the strongest swordsman in the world, just like Terry of ''DQVI''. "Terry?" even tells the main character to take care of his sister and not lose himself to the pursuit of power.}}
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* [[Updated Rerelease]] - ''DQM 1+2 PSX'', a Playstation remake of ''Dragon Quest Monsters 1 and 2'', with improved graphics and the ability to do various things cross generations (breed between a ''DQM'' and ''DQM2'' save, for example). Currently being fan translated.
** ''Dragon Quest Monsters Joker 2 Professional'', an [[Updated Rerelease]]... of a game that was out less than 6 months. 100 new monsters, new maps (possibly including the grotto system from ''[[Dragon Quest IX]]'') and re-balancing tweaks.
** The 3DS remakes of the original two games were later released on Android and iOS with even more content.
* [[Useless Useful Spell]] - Subverted. The status effect spells are actually pretty useful, especially against other Tamers. This is a common theme amongst the [[Mons]] series and ''[[Dragon Quest]]'' proper; the tendency for western gamers to ignore these spells is what gives ''[[Dragon Quest]]'' such a reputation for [[Level Grind]].
* [[Villain with Good Publicity]] - {{spoiler|Snap}} in ''Joker''.
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** {{spoiler|'''Incarnus''': Come, [[Hello, Insert Name Here|Player]], attack! This... THING has ceased to be human... It no longer deserves our mercy!}}
*** {{spoiler|The fact that he's an [[Eldritch Abomination]] may help things. Plus One Winged Angels generally pose more threat.}}
* [[World Tree]] - Lots of kingdoms in the ''DQM'' world live inside of enormous trees.
* [[X Meets Y]] - ''Battle Road Victory'': ''Dragon Quest Monsters'' meets ''[[Pokémon Stadium]]'' meets ''[[Dragonball Z]]'' meets ''[[Magic: The Gathering]]''.
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