In the original Dragon Quest, Tantegel is a location of central importance for many reasons. * It is the starting location for the hero of the game. * It is the only location where the player can save the game. * It is the only castle in Alefgard that has a reigning king. * It is the largest city (castle and town combined) in the game. * It contains one of the essential items to complete the game (Stones of Sunlight).