Withered World WikiDragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World Story & Cast
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World follows dual protagonists Bianca and Nera as they search for a cure for their fathers and uncover the mysteries of a troubled land.
Last checked: 2026-11-13
Story Overview
When their fathers fall ill, Bianca and Nera are whisked away to the Kingdom of Witherwood in their search for a cure. They befriend monsters, explore fantastical lands and uncover the mysteries behind the withered world.
The Japanese story details searching for the spirit herb Soul Leaf to cure their fathers. The two girls are led by the spirit Watabou to the Kingdom of Kareki (Witherwood) in another world, where darkness has made the Soul Leaf vanish. Watabou's power makes them monster masters, and they travel to revive the herb.
Main Characters and Voice Actors
Bianca and Nera are dual protagonists from Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride, and both serve as Monster Wranglers. The player picks one of the two at the start.
| Character | Voice Actor | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Bianca | Marina Inoue | A bright, friendly girl from the town of Alcapa who looks after others and leads with energy. |
| Nera | Kana Hanazawa | A modest, gentle girl with a kind heart. Her Japanese name is Flora and she is from Mostroferrato (Japanese: Salabona). |
| Deborah | Romi Park | Nera's free-spirited, strong-willed older sister who goes her own way but sometimes looks out for her. |
| Watabou | Yoshino Aoyama | A mysterious spirit who teaches Bianca and Nera the secrets of monster wrangling and helps when they are stuck. |
| Agepipi | Hina Naoda | A laid-back gyaru spirit who travels with Deborah and lifts everyone's mood. |
| Eda | Misato Matsuoka | A brash boy met at the castle of Kareki who calls himself a legendary genius monster master and acts like a senior to the heroes; he travels with Warubou. |
| Warubou | Nobuhiko Okamoto | A mischievous spirit from the Kingdom of Malta and Eda's partner. |
| The King of Kareki | Kentaro Tone | The solemn, dependable king who wishes for his kingdom's revival and guides the heroes, with a playful side. |
| Olmira | Asaki Yuikawa | The kind shrine maiden of the sacred bird who protects Kareki, loved by the people and now missing. |
| Gurgoma | Daisuke Namikawa | A showrunner from the demon world who scatters demon-carved stones across the land for some purpose and keeps appearing before the heroes. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the story of Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World?
When their fathers fall ill, Bianca and Nera travel to the Kingdom of Witherwood in search of a cure, where they befriend monsters and uncover the mysteries of the withered world.
Who are the main characters you can play as?
Bianca and Nera are the dual protagonists and Monster Wranglers. The player chooses one of the two at the start of the game.
Who voices Bianca and Nera?
Bianca is voiced by Marina Inoue, and Nera is voiced by Kana Hanazawa.
What are the official English names for Nera's home and alternate name?
Nera's Japanese name is Flora and her home town is Mostroferrato (known in Japanese as Salabona). These are noted as the Japanese names, as English names are not provided.