Dragon Quest: Dai no Daibouken (2020)

The team battle begins as disciples confront the royal guard

Following a period of regrouping, the Disciples of Avan engage in a comprehensive confrontation against Hadlar's Royal Guard. This encounter marks the initiation of an all-out battle between the two opposing forces. The narrative focuses on the direct clash that ensues after the initial reorganization of the disciples, highlighting the intensity of the conflict as they face the royal military unit in a decisive engagement.

Chiu and Gome form a new monster party after discovering an enemy stronghold secret

While separated from their main group, Chiu and Gome encounter an unexpected secret regarding the enemy's stronghold. This discovery prompts them to recruit additional monsters to join their ranks. Together, they establish their own distinct party. The narrative focuses on their independent actions and the strategic decision to gather new allies amidst the unfolding conflict. Their efforts highlight the challenges of operating away from the primary force while uncovering critical information about the opposing faction's defenses.

Hyunckel and Crocodine Rescue Gome and Chiu While Popp Escapes

Hyunckel, Popp, and Crocodine successfully rescue Gome and Chiu from danger. As Popp carries the wounded individuals away to ensure their safety, Hyunckel and Crocodine remain at the scene. Their objective is to dissuade Baran, who is determined to challenge Vearn and his forces alone. The group works together to separate the injured from the conflict, with two members staying behind to confront Baran's resolve while the others evacuate the casualties to a secure location away from the impending battle.

Dai and Baran team up to breach Vearn's fortress gate while Fenbren blocks them.

Dai and Baran combine their efforts to destroy the underwater gate leading to Vearn's fortress. Their progress is hindered by Fenbren the Bishop, a member of Hadlar's Royal Guards, who confronts them directly. Meanwhile, the remaining members of the group engage in combat against the other Royal Guards stationed at the location. This sequence highlights the coordinated attack on the fortress defenses, with specific focus on the confrontation between the dragon pair and the bishop, as well as the broader battle involving the rest of the party against the enemy forces.

Dai and Baran confront Hadlar within Vearn's territory after defeating Fenbren

Following their victory over Fenbren, Dai and Baran enter the domains of Vearn. There, they encounter Hadlar and engage in combat. During the battle, Baran realizes that a powerful explosive device known as the Black Core has been implanted inside Hadlar's body. This discovery forces the fighters to exercise extreme caution to avoid triggering the bomb and causing a massive detonation.

Dai and Baran struggle against Hadlar's Black Core threat

Dai and Baran face a significant disadvantage due to the Black Core inside Hadlar's body. Baran attempts to defeat Hadlar and contain the core's detonation using his own plan. However, his strategy fails completely. As a result of this failure, Dai suffers severe injuries. The situation remains critical as the threat from the Black Core persists without resolution.

Baran fights Hadlar to protect his son, failing to stop the Black Core explosion.

In order to safeguard his child, Baran induces a sleeping state in Dai and engages Hadlar in unarmed combat. Despite his efforts, he is unable to halt the detonation of Hadlar's Black Core. This catastrophic event results in the complete destruction of the Fields of Death. Furthermore, the explosion uncovers the actual appearance of Vearn's palace, exposing its true form to those present. The narrative focuses on Baran's desperate attempt to shield his son amidst this devastating conflict and the subsequent revelation of the palace's hidden nature.

Dai and friends confront Vearn after Baran's sacrifice

In the aftermath of Baran's sacrifice, Dai and his companions regroup to face Vearn directly. The group comes together once more to confront the antagonist in person following the significant loss. This encounter marks a pivotal moment as the heroes stand before Vearn, dealing with the consequences of the previous events and preparing for the immediate challenge ahead.

Dai and companions struggle against the powerful Dark King Vearn in the Underworld

Dai and his allies engage in combat with the Dark King Vearn. Despite the group facing their opponent alone, Vearn demonstrates superior strength and easily overpowers the entire party during the confrontation.

Vearn Defeats Dai, Then Hadlar Challenges the Dark King to Save the Party

Vearn acknowledges Dai’s bravery and engages him in a serious battle, ultimately defeating him. As the Dark King prepares to eliminate the entire group, Hadlar arrives to issue a challenge. His intervention allows him to rescue the party from imminent destruction. This sudden appearance shifts the confrontation, providing a reprieve for the defeated heroes and their companions who were otherwise facing certain defeat at the hands of the Dark King.

Scattered party faces separate fates after escaping Vearn's Palace

Following a narrow escape from Vearn's Palace, the group is separated. Popp and Maam wash ashore on the coast of the Carl Kingdom. Meanwhile, Dai is captured by the Holy Mother Dragon, who announces the end of the Dragon Knights lineage. However, the spirit of Baran intervenes, persuading the dragon to grant Dai a second opportunity.

Vearn Executes Opponents and Popp Encourages a Doubting Dai

Vearn initiates his scheme to annihilate the surface world, announcing that Hyunckel and Crocodine face imminent execution for their opposition. Confronted with this threat, Dai expresses deep concern regarding his insufficient strength to halt the Dark King. Recognizing his friend's despair, Popp steps forward to offer support and encouragement, aiming to bolster Dai's resolve against the looming danger posed by Vearn's destructive plans.

Avan's early years serving Queen Flora's knights and meeting Dark Lord Hadlar

This narrative focuses on the youthful period of Avan while he served as a member of Carl's knights under the rule of Queen Flora. During this time, he encounters the Dark Lord Hadlar for the first time. This significant meeting marks the beginning of his journey toward becoming a hero. The story provides background on his early life and the events that shaped his future role. It highlights the initial interactions between Avan and Hadlar, setting the stage for his development as a heroic figure. The account is derived from available records regarding his history.

Leona explores ancient labyrinth with Queen Flora, Maam, and Merle to learn spell for Vearn's palace

Leona travels into an ancient labyrinth alongside Queen Flora, Maam, and Merle. Their objective is to acquire a powerful spell necessary to access Vearn's palace. This journey requires navigating the complex and hazardous environment of the cave. Simultaneously, Popp experiences internal conflict regarding his status. He begins to question whether he possesses the qualities required to be recognized as one of Avan's disciples. This moment of self-doubt contrasts with the active quest undertaken by Leona and her companions. The narrative shifts focus between the physical challenge of the labyrinth and the psychological struggle faced by Popp as he evaluates his own worthiness within the group.

Leona's party defends her during the ritual while Dai masters a new technique and Popp seeks Matoriv's advice.

Leona's companions engage in combat against formidable creatures located at the deepest level of the labyrinth. Their primary objective is to ensure her safety while a specific ritual takes place. In a parallel storyline, Dai acquires a new and potent technique. At the same time, Popp continues to battle his feelings of insecurity. He approaches Matoriv to seek guidance and advice on how to overcome these personal struggles. The narrative focuses on these simultaneous efforts to protect Leona and address the internal conflicts of the other characters involved in the ongoing events.

Lon Berk Returns With Repaired and New Weapons Before the Final Confrontation

Lon Berk reunites with Dai and the other party members, delivering the repaired weapons belonging to Dai and Hyunckel. He also presents new special weapons that he crafted specifically for the remaining members of the group. This gathering occurs as the team makes final preparations for the decisive battle against Vearn. The meeting serves to equip the fighters with necessary tools before the upcoming conflict. The narrative focuses on the logistical and emotional aspects of reuniting and arming the party for the significant confrontation that lies ahead.

Hyunckel and Crocodine face execution while Myst-Vearn attempts dark magic corruption

Hyunckel and Crocodine arrive at the location designated for their execution. Myst-Vearn initiates a final effort to persuade his former disciple to rejoin his faction. This attempt involves the use of dark magic to corrupt Hyunckel's physical form. The narrative focuses on this confrontation and the magical struggle surrounding Hyunckel's body as Myst-Vearn tries to turn him back to his side before the scheduled death takes place.

The Five Disciples of Avan perform a purification ritual while allies defend them from Myst-Vearn.

The five Disciples of Avan are reunited and initiate a magic ritual of purification. They remain vulnerable throughout the process until the ritual is complete. Myst-Vearn attempts to interrupt and stop them. In response, Lon Berk and the rest of their allies make a stand to protect the disciples. The allies engage in a defensive effort to ensure the ritual can finish without interference from Myst-Vearn.

The Great Purification Spell Faces Peril as Popp Fails to Power His Insignia

The purification ritual is on the verge of failure because Popp cannot activate his insignia. Zaboera arrives to execute a trap, summoning a horde of monsters to attack the warriors defending the party. He specifically attempts to assassinate Popp using a poisoned dagger. In response to this immediate threat, Merle places herself in the line of fire to shield Popp from the attack. This intervention highlights the critical danger facing the group as their defensive capabilities are compromised by Popp's inability to contribute to the ritual, leaving them vulnerable to Zaboera's coordinated assault and the overwhelming number of enemies deployed against them.

The Final Confrontation Takes Place

Popp and Hyunckel battle knights while Maam confronts Albinass the Queen

Popp engages in combat against Sigma the Knight during this intense match. Simultaneously, Hyunckel participates in a rematch against Hym the Pawn, continuing their ongoing rivalry. Meanwhile, Maam is compelled to face Albinass the Queen. Despite Maam’s persistent efforts to dissuade her opponent, Albinass fights with all her might, driven by her dedication to her master. The episode highlights these three distinct battles, showcasing the determination of each combatant as they pursue their respective goals within the tournament setting.

Popp defeats Sigma through strategy and shares feelings with Maam

Popp engages in a difficult battle against Sigma, ultimately securing victory by outsmarting his opponent. Following the conclusion of this intense fight, Popp and Maam finally find the opportunity to discuss their mutual feelings for one another. This moment allows the two characters to address their emotional connection after the conflict has ended.

Dai reveals training results in decisive duel with Hadlar after Royal Guard defeat

Following the defeat of the Royal Guard, Dai's companions observe from a distance as he engages in a critical confrontation with Hadlar. This encounter serves as the ultimate test to demonstrate the outcomes of his rigorous training regimen. The narrative focuses on the tension of this final showdown, highlighting the progression of Dai's abilities against a formidable opponent while his allies wait in anticipation to witness the results of his preparation.

Dai defeats Hadlar but faces a magical trap set by Kill-Vearn

Following an exhausting battle, Dai emerges victorious against Hadlar. Exploiting their weakened state, Kill-Vearn triggers a deadly trap that surrounds them with magical flames. Popp intervenes to prevent immediate death, but the flames persist. The remaining companions attempt to find a method to rescue the trapped individuals, yet their efforts prove unsuccessful. This sequence highlights the perilous situation arising from the conflict and the limitations of the group's rescue capabilities in the face of such powerful magical threats.