Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen

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Dragon Quest IV follows five distinct characters across separate story arcs tied to a shared fantasy world. Each chapter lets you control a different protagonist navigating political intrigue, personal vendettas, and a rising dark threat. Combat uses turn-based mechanics with class progression while the DS’s dual screens show 3D environments and mini-maps. Character paths occasionally intersect as you collect allies to challenge the game’s central villain. The chapter structure lets players see the same universe from wildly different perspectives. Monster designs by Akira Toriyama stand out with bold, memorable silhouettes. While the English release lacks some multiplayer features found in earlier entries, the 2007 version adds a wireless mode for sharing encounters. With over 2 million copies sold globally, it remains a fan-favorite entry in the series for its layered storytelling and flexible party-building.

Storyline

Chapter 1: Ragnar McRyan and the Case of the Missing Children Ragnar McRyan, one of the soldiers in the royal palace of Burland, is sent by the king on a journey to find out why children are disappearing across the kingdom. He is accompanied by Healie. Chapter 2: Alena and the Journey to the Tourney Alena, Tsarevna of Zamoksva, slips out of the castle in hopes of attending a tournament in the castle of Endor. She is accompanied by the priest Kiryl and the mage Borya. Chapter 3: Torneko and the Extravagant Excavation Torneko lives in Lakanaba with his wife and son, and works part-time in the local weapon shop. He wants to become the best merchant in the world, so he leaves his hometown in search of profit. Chapter 4: Meena and Maya and the Mahabala Mystery Maya the dancer and her younger sister Meena the fortune teller, have left Monbaraba in search of vengeance against Balzack, their father's traitorous apprentice. Chapter 5: The Chosen The Hero has been brought up by the inhabitants of a remote and nameless mountain village. But Psaro and his legions destroy the village, leaving only the hero alive. The hero leaves in search of his seven companions, in the hopes of defeating Psaro and saving the world. Chapter 6 Chapter 6 is not part of the main storyline of the game and consists of post-game extra features. It was only included in remakes of Dragon Quest IV. Features of this chapter include a bonus dungeon and the ability to add Psaro as a member of the party after completing certain events.