 For their bravery, the Hero receives the title of "Erdrick" ("Loto" in the Japanese version).The Hero later vanishes from Alefgard, leaving their sword and armor to be passed down throughout the ages so that their descendants can continue to protect the world from evil.As with the other main games in the "Dragon Quest" series, "Dragon Quest III"s scenario was designed by Yuji Horii, whereas the artwork was done by Akira Toriyama, of "Dragon Ball" fame.