After being kidnapped while still an egg, Cynder was raised under the control of Malefor, an evil dragon known as the Dark Master. After all this, Malefor used his dark magic to transform Cynder into a monstrous black dragon with a personality that was truly horrible, who cared about nothing but reviving her master with the dark crystals.
After Spyro freed her from Malefor's control, Cynder 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. Her friendship with Spyro eventually blossoms into true love due to his heartfelt understanding of her. Spyro also shows Cynder that it wasn't her error, and the young black dragon quickly takes on a more positive attitude, even admitting her love for Spyro.
Despite her damsel-in-distress role in the first two games, Cynder is far from passive and demure and is indeed strong-willed. Like all heroines, Cynder is also cunning, intelligent, witty, resourceful, brave, spirited, independent, and not afraid to speak her mind. She still feels guilty about the things she'd done while under Malefor's control and seeks to find her own heroic destiny. No longer a pawn of the Dark Master, Cynder now fights as a hero alongside Spyro, hoping to redeem her past and save her future.
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 capable of breathing only 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. Spyro doesn't ask for rewards and is just happy to be a big help to those in danger. Adventurous, curious about his past, and eager to shape his future, he shows the recklessness of an adolescent at times, but he is slowly growing into his role as a leader of a proud species. He's a little naive about the ways of the world but eager to learn and grow.
