Ascantha is a castle town in Dragon Quest VIII. It is ruled by King Pavan and his late wife, Queen Sasha.
Synopsis[]
Ascantha is first visited by the Hero and his group shortly after Angelo joins. During their stay they find the Kingdom in mourning for the late queen. After talking to the locals they find the Queen died two years, and the King. After attempting to meet with the King, they note that he has become a recluse. One of the maids asks the hero to help the King. Later the party returns seeking the Moonshadow harp.
Weapon shop[]
| Dragon Quest VIII | ||
|---|---|---|
| Item | Price | Attributes |
| Dagger | 350 G | Attack +18 |
| Short bow | 750 G | Attack +23 |
| Wizard's staff | 1300 G | Attack +15 |
| Edged boomerang | 1360 G | Attack +27 |
| Steel broadsword | 2000 G | Attack +35 |
Armor shop[]
| Dragon Quest VIII | ||
|---|---|---|
| Item | Price | Attributes |
| Leather dress | 380 G | Defence +17 |
| Bronze armour | 840 G | Defence +24 |
| Iron cuirass | 1000 G | Defence +25 |
| Bronze shield | 370 G | Defence +10 |
| Turban | 410 G | Defence +8 |
| Slime earrings | 410 G | Defence +4 |
Item shop[]
| Dragon Quest VIII | ||
|---|---|---|
| Item | Price | Attributes |
| Medicinal herb | 8 G | {{{attributes}}} |
| Antidotal herb | 10 G | {{{attributes}}} |
| Rennet powder | 10 G | {{{attributes}}} |
| Holy water | 20 G | {{{attributes}}} |
| Chimaera wing | 25 G | {{{attributes}}} |
| Moonwort bulb | 30 G | {{{attributes}}} |
Treasures[]
- 42 gold
- Lady's ring
- Medicinal herb
- Mini medal (3)
- Red mould
- Rennet powder
Other notable attributes[]
This is a location where the game can be saved.
This location can be reached using the Zoom spell.
Other languages[]
| Other languages | |
| French | Unknown |
| German | Ascantha |
| Spanish | Ascantha |
| Italian | Ascantha |
| Dutch | Unknown |
| Norwegian | Unknown |
| Greek | Unknown |
| Portuguese | Unknown |
| Russian | Unknown |
| Chinese | Unknown |
| Korean | Unknown |