Dawn of the Dragon: Ground Melee Combat

Despite having wings, Spyro does a lot of his fighting on solid ground. Here are a few of his ground-based combos.
 Snake Skill: This move is a great way to dodge out of the path of an attacking enemy. Press the block button and move the left analog stick in any direction to perform snake skill.
Dragon Wrath: A full combo of Spyro/Cynder's fast weak attacks. Press the weak attack button five times in a row to unleash Dragon Wrath.
 

Dragon-Type Pokemon Moves

These are some of the Dragon-type moves that Dragon-type Pokemon can learn.

1. Move: Draco Meteor
   Category: Special
   Power Points: 5
   Description/Effect: Comets are summoned down from the sky. The attack's recoil sharply reduces the user's Sp. Attack stat.
2. Move: Dragon Breath
   Category: Special
   Power Points: 20
   Description/Effect: The user exhales a mighty gust that inflicts damage. It may also paralyze the target.
3. Move: Spacial Rend
   Category: Special
   Power Points: 5
   Description/Effect: The user tears the foe along with the space around it. This move has a high critical-hit ratio.

 

Cynder's Breath Attacks

Poison
          Venom: Spit Venom to damage your enemies.
          Scorpion Strike: Causes Cynder to twirl in the air, using her barbed tail as a weapon.
Shadow
          Shadow Strike: When the primary attack button is held down, Cynder uses a Cloak of Shadows to become a dark cloud. Once the button is released, she performs an uppercut known as Shadow Strike.
         Shadow Fire: Hold down the secondary breath attack button to breathe Shadow Fire.
Fear
        Siren Scream: Unleashes the Siren Scream, the sound waves of which can trigger certain items and damage foes.
       Phantom Fright: Terrify your foes with Phantom Fright.
Wind
       Cyclone: Creates a gust of wind that can trigger certain items. When the primary attack button is held down and used with the left analog stick, you can use the force of the gale to throw enemies.
       Twister: Creates a small tornado.

Spyro's Breath Attacks

In his previous adventure, the Dragon Guardians bestowed upon Spyro control over the elements of fire, earth, electricity, and ice. Each of these elements has its own primary and secondary attacks.
Fire
         Dragon Fire: Allows you to breathe Dragon Fire that burns your target.
         Comet Dash: Surrounds Spyro in flames as he charges into his enemies.
Ice
         Ice Spikes: Shoots Ice Spikes that damage your target.
         Snow Storm: Creates a Snow Storm that damages surrounding enemies.
Earth
         Earth Boulder: Transforms Spyro into a boulder when the primary attack button is held down. 
         Earth Missile: Launches an Earth Missile at enemies in front of Spyro
Electricity
         Lightning Bolt: Unleashes a Lightning Bolt when the primary attack button is held down.
         Electric Sphere: Emits an Electric Sphere that stuns and damages surrounding enemies.
     

Dialga & Palkia

Name: Dialga
Type: Steel/Dragon
Ability: Pressure
Possible Moves: Roar of Time, Flash Cannon, Dragon Claw, Aura Sphere
Pokedex Description: This Pokemon completely controls the flow of time. It uses its power to travel at will through the past and future.

Name: Palkia
Type: Water/Dragon
Ability: Pressure
Possible Moves: Dragon Breath, Hydro Pump, Earth Power, Special Rend
Pokedex Description:  Its total control over the boundaries of space enable it to transport itself to faraway places or even other dimensions.

Dragon-Type Pokemon: Weaknesses and Strengths

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Attack Pros and Cons:
Dragon-type moves are super effective against other dragon-type Pokemon. However, dragon-type moves are not very effective against steel-type Pokemon.
Defense Pros and Cons:
These types are not very effective against Dragon-type Pokemon:
1.  Fire-Type
2.  Water-Type
3.  Electric-Type
4.  Grass-Type
These types are super-effective against Dragon-type Pokemon:
1.  Dragon-Type 
2.  Ice-Type 

Dragon Legends Around the World

Did you know that in Eastern cultures (like Asian and Eurasian cultures), dragons are portrayed as creatures of good fortune? It's true; however, in Western cultures (European cultures), dragons are viewed as creatures of evil. There are many stories in Western cultures of mighty heroes who slay dragons. I personally love the way that Asian and Eurasian cultures view dragons, because they portray dragons as creatures that do good to the world, and not creatures of evil like the way the Western world views them. Here are a few pictures of dragons around the world:

                                                                       

 

Volteer and Cyril

Volteer
Volteer is the Guardian Dragon of electricity. Nimble in both deed and mind, Volteer is the most intellectual of the four Guardians. He speaks very fast, like his mouth can't keep up with his mind, and he often enjoys using big words and inserting barely relevant facts into his discussions. And according to Sparx in The Eternal Night, "His stories will put anyone to sleep".

Cyril

The Guardian Dragon of ice, Cyril is a coldly confident and predominantly prideful dragon who constantly brags about his supposedly "royal" ancestry. He does not hold his tongue when speaking, and can often be sarcastic, with Volteer usually being the target of these remarks due to the electric guardian's incessant babbling. Cyril questions decisions made by others, but will always rally to the cause. Despite his shortcomings, however, Cyril knows when to swallow his pride and do the right thing, admitting that Spyro is the way forwards and that he and his fellow Guardians must step aside.

 

  

Komodo Dragon Facts

Here are a few facts about a real-life dragon--the Komodo dragon!

1. The Komodo Dragon is the largest living lizard. It is in the Monitor family.
2. It has a poisonous bacteria in its mouth and on its scales as well. The Komodo dragon uses this bacteria to hunt and kill its prey.
3. This pathogen bacteria can be found mostly only in the mouths of wild Komodo dragons, but sometimes not in the mouths of captive ones, due to a cleaner diet and the use of antibiotics.
4. Komodo dragons usually grow to be 150 lbs in the wild, but the largest wild specimen weighed at least 370 lbs! (That is one danged big lizard!)

Latios and Latias

Name: Latios
Type: Dragon/Psychic
Ability: Levitate
Possible Moves: Luster Purge, Dragon Pulse, Zen Headbutt, Dragon Breath
Pokedex Description: A highly intelligent Pokemon. By folding back its wings in flight, it can overtake jet planes.

Name: Latias
Type: Dragon/Psychic
Ability: Levitate
Possible Moves: Psywave, Dragon Breath, Zen Headbutt, Dragon Pulse
Pokedex Description:  Its body is covered with a down that can refract light in such a way that it becomes invisible.

 

Ignitus and The Chronicler

Ignitus
Ignitus is the Guardian Dragon of fire and leader of the dragons. He is usually calm and collected, but when in battle, has been known to break out into fits of fury, using his fire ability to great effect. He blames himself for everything that has happened to Spyro and Cynder, and he carries that guilt throughout the trilogy. His faith in Spyro is utterly unwavering, & he is a devout believer in the ancestors, truly believing that Spyro is nature's way of balancing itself against Malefor's evil. Ignitus is seen as a father-like figure and mentor to Spyro, providing him with words of wisdom and leading him on the right path.

The Chronicler
The Chronicler is a wizened and ancient dragon. Dwelling in the Celestial Caves of the White Isle, he is the keeper of dragon history, guarding their best-kept secrets and maintaining the lore of dragonkind for future generations. His role as the Chronicler makes him a firm believer in destiny, and he often reminds Spyro that sometimes our paths are chosen for us, and it is our destiny to follow them.

   

Salamence and Rayquaza

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Name: Salamence
Type: Dragon/Flying
Ability: Intimidate
Possible Moves: Dragon Rush, Flamethrower, Outrage, Zen Headbutt
Pokedex Description: As a result of its long-held dream of flying, its cellular structure changed and wings grew out.


Name: Rayquaza
Type: Dragon/Flying
Ability: Air Lock
Possible Moves: Dragon Claw, Extreme Speed, Outrage, Fly
Pokedex Description: It lives in the ozone layer far above the clouds and cannot be seen from the ground.

Terrador and Malefor

Terrador
Terrador is the Guardian Dragon of earth. A battle-scarred warrior, he is the most militant of the four Guardians. Dedicated and focused on the practical art of battle, his stolid demeanor and skill of speech make him perfect for battle command. Able to keep a level head in the face of greatest danger, Terrador dislikes cowardice, but is wise enough to know when to retreat. Terrador possesses the heart of a warrior and is the most powerful of the Guardians when it comes down to brute strength. He does not judge others by their appearance or reputation, but by their skills in battle, having much admiration for Spyro, who proved himself in combat at such a young age. He speaks in a low, baritone voice.

Malefor the Dark Master
Better known as the Dark Master, Malefor was the first purple dragon ever born. Like Spyro, his being a purple dragon enables him to harness all four elements (fire, electricity, ice, and earth). He also possesses some other dark powers, like the ones he used to maintain control of Cynder in A New Beginning.  After Cynder freed him from Convexity, Malefor then called upon Gaul the Ape King to resurrect him on the Night of Eternal Darkness. Finally freed from his prison in the Well of Souls, Malefor continues his mad quest and will stop at nothing to bring about the end of the world.

 
  

More Dragon-Type Pokemon

Name: Dratini
Type: Dragon
Ability: Shed Skin
Possible Moves: Dragon Rush, Slam, Twister, Aqua Tail
Pokedex Description: This Pokemon is full of life energy. It continually sheds its skin and grows steadily larger.

Name: Altaria
Type: Dragon/Flying
Ability: Natural Cure
Possible Moves: Dragon Breath, Sky Attack, Twister, Peck
Pokedex Description: It flies gracefully through the sky. Its melodic humming makes you feel like you're in a dream.

Famous Dragons

Spyro: A young dragon from the Spyro the Dragon and The Legend of Spyro video game series and trilogy. In the old Spyro the Dragon series, Spyro is viewed as a headstrong, young dragon who is somewhat overconfident most of the time, and eager to spring into action. In The Legend of Spyro trilogy, he is viewed as a young dragon who is compassionate for others and is always willing to help them, no matter what happens. Spyro doesn't ask for rewards and is just happy to be a big help to those in danger. 


Toothless is a Night Fury dragon from the popular Dreamworks movie How to Train Your Dragon. In this movie, dragons are portrayed as highly misunderstood creatures. The vikings in the movie make it their  occupational hazard to kill dragons because they think they are evil, monstrous creatures who will never hesitate to go for the kill. However, the friendship between Toothless and a young viking named Hiccup proves that dragons are just misunderstood creatures trying to survive in a world that is against them. 


Saphira is the dragon from the novel and movie Eragon. In this movie, Saphira and her rider--a young boy named Eragon--struggle against all odds to save the kingdom from a ruthless tyrant who wishes to destroy everything the dragon riders work hard to defend. 

Spyro and Cynder

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SPYRO
     Born in the Year of the Dragon, Spyro is a rare purple dragon prophesized to bring hope to the world. While all other dragons are only capable of breathing one particular element (such as fire or ice), the purple dragon is a rare breed that can harness all of the elements. Spyro is young and compassionate for others, and he is always willing to help them, no matter what happens. Adventurous, curious about his past, and eager to shape his future, Spyro shows the recklessness of an adolescent at times, but is slowly growing into the role as the leader of a proud species. He's a little naive about the ways of the world, but eager to learn and grow.


CYNDER
     Cynder is a character haunted by her past actions. After being freed from the Dark Master's control, she felt responsible for the suffering she'd caused everyone, especially Spyro. As time passed, however, Cynder realized that Spyro really cares about her and started to care about him in the same way. Now, with the Dark Master finally freed from imprisonment, Cynder realizes she must put her guilt behind her and do her part to help save the world from Malefor.

Dragon-Type Pokemon

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Name: Dragonite
Ability: Inner Focus
Possible Moves: Dragon Rush, Wing Attack, Outrage, Fly
Pokedex Description: It is said to make its home somewhere in the sea. It guides crews of shipwrecks to shore.


Name: Flygon
Ability: Levitate
Possible Moves: Dragon Breath, Sonic Boom, Earth Power, Hyper Beam
Pokedex Description: It whips up sandstorms with powerful flaps of its wings. It is known as "The Desert Spirit"