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How to Beat the Golem

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Use the Faerie Flute to defeat the Golem Boss in Dragon Quest 1 HD-2D Remake (DQ1). Read on to learn how to beat the Golem, and see an overview of its stats, skills, as well as the best equipment to wear during battle!

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How to Beat the Golem

Reach Level 25+

Before facing the Golem, make sure to grind up to at least level 25+. This is the recommended level for the fight, and if you're below that, you might have a hard time defeating it.

EXP Farm: How to Level Up Fast

Use the Faerie Flute

Golem Sleep image

Make sure to get the Faerie Flute as well before this fight. You can get the Faerie Flute in Kol, and you can use it to put the Golem to sleep, giving you enough turns to damage it without getting hit.

You can use the flute unlimitedly so abuse its effects for this battle!

How to Get Faerie Flute and Effects

Golem Skills and Abilities

All Golem Abilities and Effects

Abilities Description
Attack Physical Attack, has a chance for Critical damage.
Heavy Attack Heavy physical attack, more damage but less hit chance.
Defensive Stance Resists incoming damage.
Muster Strength Increases strength and damage.

Golem Overview

Golem Stats and Information

Golem
Golem
EXP 5110
Gold 506

Encountered in Cantlin

The Golem boss guards the village of Cantlin and must be defeated first before you can enter the village so best be prepared before heading into the village.

Cantlin Location Guide

Best Build and Equipment

Recommended Equipment and How to Get

Equipment Description and How to Get
Siren Sword High damaging sword.
Obtained from a treasure chest in Weirdwood.
Ice Shield Reists fire attacks.
Obtained from a treasure chest in Cave of the Dwarves.
Phantom Mask Increases the chance to avoid attacks.
Purchase from a shop in Citadel of the Monarch of Medals.
Tectonic Plate Resists fire attacks..
Obtained from a treasure chest in Cave of the Dwarves.
Strength Ring Increases strength.
Obtained from a treasure chest in Cave of the Dwarves.
Ruby Wristband Greatly increases defence.
Obtained from a treasure chest in Nameless Ruins.

List of All Equipment

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