Malroth is the true final boss of Dragon Quest II, appearing immediately after Hargon's defeat. He is a massive demon with immense physical strength and a wide array of destructive abilities, including powerful physical attacks, fire breath, and sometimes even a full-party attack. Recommended Party Level: 28-35.
Strategy:
- Phase 1: Malroth
- Prince of Midenhall: Continue with your strongest physical attacks. He is your primary damage dealer.
- Prince of Cannock: Your main healer. Cast Healmore every turn if needed. If the party is healthy, use Attack or Firebane. Consider using Barrier if the Princess is out of MP or if Malroth is using heavy magic attacks.
- Princess of Moonbrooke: Your primary offensive spellcaster. Cast Explodet every turn. If the party is critically low on HP and Cannock is busy, use Healall. Use Barrier if Malroth is using breath attacks or powerful magic.
- Items: This is the fight to use all your remaining Magic Water, Leaves of the World Tree, and any stat-boosting items.
Malroth hits incredibly hard. Maintaining high HP for all party members is paramount. The Princess's Explodet is your most consistent damage source, so protect her. If a character falls, use a Leaf of the World Tree immediately. This is a battle of attrition; keep healing, keep attacking, and eventually, Malroth will fall.