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The toy Skylanders '''Figures''' are the key focal point in the [[Skylanders (series)|Skylanders series]], as they not only allow access to the [[Skylanders]] but also are the means to carry that data around and be shared with others. They are what truly bridges the gap between the home consoles, handheld devices, and even PCs. All figures do have at least one thing in common. All Skylanders of a particular element have an identical base (e.g. all Tech Skylanders are on a pile of gears).  Depending upon the kind of figure, the pedestal may be larger, but it is still basically identical. However, not all Skylander figures are the same. Different figures of the same Skylander can have different effects or abilities. As the series progressed, new kinds of figures were released with new abilities.
The Skylanders '''Figures''' are the key focal point in the [[Skylanders (franchise)|''Skylanders'' franchise]], as they not only allow access to the [[Skylander]]s but also are the means to carry that data around and be shared with others. They are what truly bridges the gap between the home consoles, handheld devices, and even PCs. As the series progressed, new kinds of figures were released with new abilities.


Skylander Figures can belong to multiple groups, though this is usually the case with Variants and Legendary Figures (see below).  For example, a variant of [[Drill Sergeant]] that is solid red that was released is both a Variant and a Series 1.
From ''[[Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure]]'' to ''[[Skylanders: Trap Team]]'', all Skylanders of a particular [[Element]] share bases with near-identical designs (e.g. all [[Tech]] Skylanders are on a pile of gears), though depending on the kind of figure, the base may be larger. Starting with ''[[Skylanders: SuperChargers]]'', certain figure types have special bases, and though they are still elementally themed, they are vastly different from the original base design.


Also, for the sake of completeness, there is a listing for the other two figures that are not of Skylanders, Items and Locations.
Non-Skylander figures include [[Magic Item]]s, [[Trap]]s and [[Vehicle]]s. There are also [[Creation Crystal]]s, which are not Skylanders themselves, but allow you to create and play as your own custom Skylanders.


===Series 1===
==Skylanders==
===Cores===
[[Core Skylander]]s are the original type of Skylander, which were released with every game up until ''[[Skylanders: SuperChargers]]''. Several of which were re-released in later games with a new figure, featuring new abilities.


Series 1 figures were the original 32 Skylanders. They are identical in toy and game form, though some individuals do have slightly different details such as different colored eyes. They are all compatible with [[Skylanders: Giants]] and other Skylanders games.
====Series 1====
Series 1 figures are the original releases of Core Skylanders, including Alt Decos. Sidekicks also have this tag when used in [[Skylanders: Trap Team|''Skylanders: Trap Team'']] and later games. They are identical in toy and game form, though some individuals do have slightly different details such as different colored eyes. They are all compatible with all of the main series of games following their original release, but none of the older games.


===Dark===
====Series 2-4====
Series 2-4 figures are new versions of Series 1 Skylanders. They depict the original Skylanders in different poses, often sporting new accessories and/or other changes to their appearance. Series 2 figures introduced in ''[[Skylanders: Giants]]'' are simply titled "Series 2", while Series 2-4 figures introduced in ''[[Skylanders: Swap Force]]'' and ''Skylanders: Trap Team'' have an additional title. All Series 2-4 figures are backwards compatible with all games since their Series 1 release, appearing as the latest available version in each previous game.


There is currently only one Dark figure, [[Dark Spyro]].  Dark Spyro is listed with the 32 Skylanders in the Strategy Guide, bringing the total to 33. In the console games, Dark Spyro is supposedly just like Spyro, but he is quite different from regular Spyro to the point of having a completely different backstory and 3DS moveset. Dark Spyro is essentially a Series 1 figure. 5 new Dark Skylanders, including [[Dark Ninja Stealth Elf]], will arrive as exclusive figures in the [[Skylanders: Swap Force]] Dark Edition Starter Pack. The color schemes of the Dark figures are black and silver mostly.
Series Skylanders have the ability to alter their upgrade path without having to reset. They are also given a special upgrade called “[[Wow Pow]]”, which grants them a new ability or boost.


===[[Legendary Skylanders|Legendary]]===
====LightCore====
[[LightCore Skylander|LightCore]] figures are alternate versions of Core figures, with parts that light up when placed on the portal. This translates in game as a massive blast when summoned, knocking away or damaging nearby enemies. LightCore versions of Skylanders from previous games are backwards-compatible, but appear as their Series 1 counterparts. Certain item figures also feature this tag.


Legendary figures are gold and navy blue versions of normal Skylanders. Their in game versions match the figures' color scheme, and are supposedly slightly more powerful than the regular versions. The original Legendary figures (Spyro, [[Bash]], [[Chop Chop]], and [[Trigger Happy]]) could considered Series 1, just like Dark Spyro.  However, those released with Giants (Stealth Elf, Ignitor, Slam Bam and Chill) are not backwards compatible according to the packaging. They are all commonly available only at Toys R' Us.
===Giants===
[[Giant]] figures were released for the game ''Skylanders: Giants''. The Giant figures are much larger than Core Skylanders, and their game forms are much larger than a normal Skylander. Like the Lightcore figures, parts of their bodies light up when on or near a portal (though they lack the Lightcore figures' ability). They have a few unique abilities, including Feats of Strength, breaking objects which otherwise require bombs, and lifting boulders. Some of these abilities are kept throughout the 3DS games, as well as the [[Kaos Doom Challenge]].


===Variant/Rare===
===SWAP Force===
[[SWAP Force]] figures are toys introduced in ''Skylanders: Swap Force'', which have detachable upper parts of their bodies to allow the SWAP Force to mix and match powers and abilities from 2 different figures. Unlike Giants, their larger size is not reflected in-game, where they are comparable to Cores. Each half has its own upgrades and is reset separately, though only the top half carries gold and XP. Each half is associated with an Element, and the bottom half also has a movement type tied to [[SWAP Force Zone]]s.


Variants are figures that are different in toy form only. They can be composed of all one color, for example there was a solid blue Bash.  Rare figures are variations that are impossible to find in stores, such as silver and gold Skylanders, even pearl.  One set of variants released for Giants are glow in the dark. However, though they all are colored uniquely in their toy figures, they don't share the color variant in-game.  As far as is known, these figures are simply altered versions of regular figures, whether Series 1 or Series 2, and their in-game version are the same as the regular version without any changes to appearance or ability. These should not be confused with Alt Deco figures, as they are called in the Giants Strategy guide, see below. 
===Trap Team===
The [[Trap Team]], or Trap Master figures, are larger figures featuring crystalline weapons, representing [[Traptanium]]. They were introduced in ''Skylanders: Trap Team'', along with Traps. They are still quite large in-game, though not to the same degree as Giants. They are much stronger against trappable Villains, and are able to unleash powerful Trap Attacks in the 3DS version of ''Skylanders: Trap Team''. Unlike previous games, Trap Masters are required to open Elemental gates in the console version of the game.


===New Character===
===Minis===
Upgraded versions of the 8 Sidekicks, along with 8 brand new ones and 3 Alt Decos. The [[Minis]] are miniature versions of existing Skylanders, originating from the Miniverse. Now fully playable characters, they are functionally identical to their larger counterparts, only smaller. Most Minis were only available in special Mini Packs, including both Minis of the same Element. The Alt Decos were only available in single packs, two of which being Easter themed.


The term 'New Character' is from the ''Skylanders: Giants ''strategy guide.  It applies to the eight new core, or basic, Skylanders introduced in ''Skylanders: Giants'', though the moniker could apply to the Giants themselves.  New Characters are identical to Series 1, except that they are NOT compatible with older games.
===Eon's Elite===
[[Eon's Elite]] figures are extremely powerful counterparts of Series 1 Core Skylanders, recognizable by their gold-colored bases. The original Eon's Elite was introduced in ''Skylanders: Trap Team'', featuring a glossy paint job of the original figures. In ''Skylanders: SuperChargers'', the new Elites received slightly changed poses and different accessories, but the glossy paint was only applied to their accessories. All Elites automatically start at level 20 in ''Skylanders: SuperChargers'', and are the only non-SuperChargers to provide stat boosts for Vehicles in ''[[Skylanders: SuperChargers Racing]]''.


===Giant===
===SuperChargers===
Introduced in ''Skylanders: SuperChargers'', [[SuperCharger]] figures stand atop [[Rift Engine]]s on redesigned elemental bases. About half of them are brand new characters, while the rest are new versions of Cores from previous games. Additionally, there are two [[Hammer Slam Bowser|Guest]] [[Turbo Charge Donkey Kong|Stars]], exclusive to the Nintendo platforms. Each SuperCharger is associated with a Vehicle, which gives them a health boost if paired up. Apart from the Guest Stars, all SuperChargers match the Element of their Vehicle.


Giant figures were released for the game, ''Skylanders: Giants''. The [[Giants]] figures are much larger than the normal Skylanders, which is reflected in game as their game form is equally larger than a normal Skylander.  However, despite their size, but they function identically to regular Skylanders. Giants figures could also be considered New Character figures (just introduced) and like the Lightcore figures, parts of their bodies light up when on or near a portal (though they lack the Lightcore figures' ability). Like the New Character and Lightcore figures, they are not backwards compatible. Every time a Giant is placed on the portal, a dramatic yet heroic music is heard as soon as they appear in the game.
===Senseis===
New in ''[[Skylanders: Imaginators]]'', [[Sensei]] figures provide a training bonus to all Imaginators, as well as unlocking a Secret Technique to Imaginators of the same [[Battle Class]]. Included are 11 former Villains, which could previously be trapped in ''Trap Team'', as well as two new [[Crash Bandicoot|Guest]] [[Dr. Neo Cortex|Stars]]. They also feature brand new bases, drastically different from previous designs.


===Series 2===
==Special Items==
Items with special significance in the game they were originally released for, usually on par with Skylanders in terms of importance, and often given a separate collection menu from Skylanders and Magic Items.<br>
Note that while Vehicles can be reset in ''Skylanders: SuperChargers'', Traps and Creation Crystals cannot be reset in their corresponding games, only in [[Wendel#Skylander Repairment|early 3DS games]].


Series 2 figures are new versions of the older Skylanders.  They depict the original Skylanders in different poses or with certain paths fully upgraded.  There are 24 Skylanders, three for each element. There are a few things that set Series 2 figures apart. First, according to the ''Giants'' Strategy Guide, Series 2 can alter their upgrade path, switching between the options without having to restart.  Second, Series 2 figures have an extra upgrade, the Wow Pow Power, which grants them an extra ability or boost above their Series 1 counterparts. Third, the Series 2 figures are backwards compatible, but the Wow Pow Power upgrade is unavailable or non-usable in ''Spyro's Adventure''. As for the Core Skylanders originally debut from ''Giants'' will be backwards compatible only in the second console game. Also, like the Series 3 figures, the ones who are chosen to return from ''Giants'' will also have changes in their appearances as well like Blizzard Chill now wearing new armor or having something added to them like Fire Bon Hot Dog holding a flaming bone in his mouth.
===Traps===
[[Traps]] are small items resembling crystals with a decorative design on top, introduced in ''Skylanders: Trap Team''. Instead of bases, the bottoms are shaped to fit into a hexagonal slot on the [[Traptanium Portal]]. They are used to trap [[Trappable Villain|Villains]], which become playable in any part of the game, even during the fight against itself. In later games, their function has been drastically reduced.<br>
There are also 6 specific traps with exclusive Villains, featuring an extra title and a different color scheme.


===Series 3===
===Vehicles===
[[Vehicles]] are large items without bases, usually featuring interactive elements such as moving wheels. They were introduced in ''Skylanders: SuperChargers'', and each one is associated with a ''Skylanders: SuperCharger'' and one of three terrains - Land, Sea or Sky. There are also two [[Clown Cruiser|Nintendo]] [[Barrel Blaster|exclusive]] vehicles which, unlike the others, do not have a matching element to that of their pilots. Pairing up a Vehicle with its signature driver unlocks powerful mods and provides a health boost.


Series 3 figures are newer versions of the SSA Skylanders reposed in ''Giants'' with brand new Wow Pow abilities much different than their Series 2 versions. Also, their appearances are altered, such as Spyro's horns and tail become bigger and renamed [[Mega Ram Spyro]] or Stealth Elf starts wearing a black ninja garb and wields a new pair of blades. They will all be backwards compatible in ''Spyro's Adventure'' and ''Giants''.
===Creation Crystals===
[[Creation Crystal]] resemble cylindrical glass tanks, with a glowing crystal at its center. Introduced in ''Skylanders: Imaginators'', they allow the creation of custom Skylanders called [[Imaginator]]s, tied to an Element and a Battle Class. Like Traps, they feature several different designs in each Element, for both the casing and the central crystal piece.


===Swap Force Skylanders===
==Magic Items==
Swap Force figures are toys that have detachable upper parts of their bodies to allow the Swap Force to use different powers and abilities than just their own.
[[Magic Item]] figures are the smaller figures that originally came in Adventure Packs. Most of them are mobile power ups, presumably able to cross over between games to give Skylanders a helping hand. Most of them are smaller than normal Skylander Figures, so they can easily share the space on the portal.


===[[LightCore Skylanders|LightCore]]===
===Sidekicks===
[[Sidekick]]s are the precursors to Minis, originally released as cosmetic Magic Items for ''Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure'' and ''Skylanders: Giants''. When placed on the portal, they say whatever catchphrase uttered by their full-size counterparts. In the first three main series games, they don't do anything except follow Skylanders around. Starting with ''Skylanders: Trap Team'', they are fully playable characters, appearing as "Series 1" Minis.


LightCore figures are figures with parts that light up when placed on the portal. This translates in game as a massive blast when summoned, knocking away or damaging nearby enemies. LightCore figures may or may not be backwards compatible. At least some of the packages say that they are not, even if they are of one of the original Skylanders, but some reports that those of the original Skylanders will work with Spyro's Adventure..
===Adventure Pack Figures===
[[Adventure Pack]] figures are special Magic Items representing the levels they unlock. Released only in Adventure Packs, including special [[Expansion Packs]]. They all unlock a new level, and some even unlock an additional battle arena when placed on the portal. In the 3DS versions of ''Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure'' and ''Giants'', each Adventure Pack figure unlocks two levels instead of just one.


===Alter Ego===
===Battle Pack Figures===
[[Battle Pack]] figures are special Magic Items which, in addition to being powerful weapons against enemies, can unlock new Battle Arenas in multiplayer mode when placed on the portal, though only in the game they were originally released for.


Alter Ego figures are much like Variants. However, they are named and listed separatedly in the Giants Strategy Guide. There are two main differences between Alter Ego figures and Variant figures. First, Alter Ego figures are named, such as [[Punch Pop Fizz]] and [[Gnarly Tree Rex]] , both in game and out while Variant figures carry the name of the basic figure they are based upon. Second, Alter Ego figures are differently-colored versions of characters that appear inside the game as they are outside of it, i.e. the toy and game forms are identical unlike Variants who only appear different in toy form. As a final note, many Alter Ego figures are exclusive to certain packs or bundles, like Gnarly Tree Rex or [[Royal Double Trouble]]. Legendary figures, as stated above, are not Alter Ego figures because they are slightly stronger versions of the characters, not simply renamed pallete swaps. The same goes for Dark Skylanders.
===Trophies===
Gold [[Trophy|Trophies]], or Racing Action Packs, unlock additional tracks and modes in the racing mode of ''Skylanders: SuperChargers'', and whole new tours in ''Skylanders: SuperChargers Racing''. They also allow users to unlock certain Villains with vehicles, which can then be used in racing mode.


===[[Magic Items]]===
In addition to the 3 gold Trophies, there is also a [[Kaos Trophy]], which only unlocks Kaos and his [[Doom Jet]] for use in Sky Races.


Magic Item figures are the smaller figures that originally came in the Adventure Packs. They are mobile power ups, presumably able to cross over between games to give Skylanders a helping hand. They are smaller than normal Skylander Figures, so they can easily share the space on the portal. 
==Alt Decos==
::''Not to be confused with Alter Egos, which are digital-only Skylanders exclusive to [[Skylanders: Lost Islands]]''.
Alt Deco figures are alternate counterparts of original Skylanders, Items, Traps, Vehicles and Creation Crystals, with a different color scheme and an additional title. Their in-game and physical appearance is the same, with [[Power Punch Pet-Vac|one exception]]. Notable recurring Alt Decos are [[Dark Edition Skylanders|Dark Edition]], [[Legendary Skylander|Legendary]] and [[Nitro Skylander|Nitro]].


===[[Sidekicks]]===
===Dark Edition===
There was originally only one [[Dark Edition Skylander|Dark Edition]] figure, [[Dark Spyro]]. In the console games, he plays just like Spyro, but he is quite different from regular Spyro to the point of having a completely different backstory and 3DS moveset. Numerous new Dark Edition Skylanders, as well as four Vehicles, arrived as exclusive figures in [[Dark Edition Starter Packs]]. The color schemes of the Dark Edition figures are mostly black and silver, and unlike their leader, they only have altered stats.


Sidekicks are miniature versions of the original Skylanders. When placed on the portal, they say whatever catchphrase uttered by their regular counterparts. For instance, Whisper Elf shouts out "Silent But Deadly!" They don't do anything except follow Skylanders around.
===Legendary===
[[Legendary Skylander]] are gold and navy blue versions of normal Skylanders, who are slightly more powerful than their original counterparts. These figures are exclusive to Toys'R'Us in most countries, and are often listed separately from Alt Decos due to their special status. Legendary Senseis in ''Imaginators'' are gold and red, rather than gold and blue.


===Adventure Pack Figure===
In addition to the Legendary Skylanders, there are three [[Legendary Trap]]s, a [[Legendary Hand of Fate|Legendary Magic Item]] and a [[Legendary Sun Runner|Legendary Vehicle]], also colored gold and navy blue. Lastly, there are three [[Legendary Creation Crystal]]s, whose internal crystals retain their elemental color, while their casings are gold with a navy blue elemental symbol on the front.


Location Figures are the figures that represent new maps. Originally, these were released only in the Adventure Packs. They unlock both a hidden level or area as well as a new battle arena while they are on the portal. 
===Nitro===
[[Nitro Skylanders|Nitro]] figures are Skylanders and Vehicles with a yellow-and-white checker color scheme, which are mostly associated with speed. This type of Alt Deco was introduced in ''Skylanders: Swap Force'' and has returned in both ''Skylanders: Trap Team'' and ''Skylanders: SuperChargers''. Nitro figures are exclusive to Target in North America.


===Battle Pack Figures===
==Variant/Rare==
Unlike Alt Decos, [[Chase Variants|Variants]] are figures that are different in toy form only, with no in-game change other than receiving a "Special" tag. They can be composed of all one color, such as a solid blue [[Bash]], or multiple colors, such as Pumpkin [[Eye-Brawl]]. Rare figures are variations that are impossible to find in stores, such as Employee Edition figures.


Special magic items can not only be used as weapons against enemies, but also unlock new Battle Arena in multiplayer mode when placed on the portal.
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The Skylanders Figures are the key focal point in the Skylanders franchise, as they not only allow access to the Skylanders but also are the means to carry that data around and be shared with others. They are what truly bridges the gap between the home consoles, handheld devices, and even PCs. As the series progressed, new kinds of figures were released with new abilities.

From Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure to Skylanders: Trap Team, all Skylanders of a particular Element share bases with near-identical designs (e.g. all Tech Skylanders are on a pile of gears), though depending on the kind of figure, the base may be larger. Starting with Skylanders: SuperChargers, certain figure types have special bases, and though they are still elementally themed, they are vastly different from the original base design.

Non-Skylander figures include Magic Items, Traps and Vehicles. There are also Creation Crystals, which are not Skylanders themselves, but allow you to create and play as your own custom Skylanders.

Skylanders

Cores

Core Skylanders are the original type of Skylander, which were released with every game up until Skylanders: SuperChargers. Several of which were re-released in later games with a new figure, featuring new abilities.

Series 1

Series 1 figures are the original releases of Core Skylanders, including Alt Decos. Sidekicks also have this tag when used in Skylanders: Trap Team and later games. They are identical in toy and game form, though some individuals do have slightly different details such as different colored eyes. They are all compatible with all of the main series of games following their original release, but none of the older games.

Series 2-4

Series 2-4 figures are new versions of Series 1 Skylanders. They depict the original Skylanders in different poses, often sporting new accessories and/or other changes to their appearance. Series 2 figures introduced in Skylanders: Giants are simply titled "Series 2", while Series 2-4 figures introduced in Skylanders: Swap Force and Skylanders: Trap Team have an additional title. All Series 2-4 figures are backwards compatible with all games since their Series 1 release, appearing as the latest available version in each previous game.

Series Skylanders have the ability to alter their upgrade path without having to reset. They are also given a special upgrade called “Wow Pow”, which grants them a new ability or boost.

LightCore

LightCore figures are alternate versions of Core figures, with parts that light up when placed on the portal. This translates in game as a massive blast when summoned, knocking away or damaging nearby enemies. LightCore versions of Skylanders from previous games are backwards-compatible, but appear as their Series 1 counterparts. Certain item figures also feature this tag.

Giants

Giant figures were released for the game Skylanders: Giants. The Giant figures are much larger than Core Skylanders, and their game forms are much larger than a normal Skylander. Like the Lightcore figures, parts of their bodies light up when on or near a portal (though they lack the Lightcore figures' ability). They have a few unique abilities, including Feats of Strength, breaking objects which otherwise require bombs, and lifting boulders. Some of these abilities are kept throughout the 3DS games, as well as the Kaos Doom Challenge.

SWAP Force

SWAP Force figures are toys introduced in Skylanders: Swap Force, which have detachable upper parts of their bodies to allow the SWAP Force to mix and match powers and abilities from 2 different figures. Unlike Giants, their larger size is not reflected in-game, where they are comparable to Cores. Each half has its own upgrades and is reset separately, though only the top half carries gold and XP. Each half is associated with an Element, and the bottom half also has a movement type tied to SWAP Force Zones.

Trap Team

The Trap Team, or Trap Master figures, are larger figures featuring crystalline weapons, representing Traptanium. They were introduced in Skylanders: Trap Team, along with Traps. They are still quite large in-game, though not to the same degree as Giants. They are much stronger against trappable Villains, and are able to unleash powerful Trap Attacks in the 3DS version of Skylanders: Trap Team. Unlike previous games, Trap Masters are required to open Elemental gates in the console version of the game.

Minis

Upgraded versions of the 8 Sidekicks, along with 8 brand new ones and 3 Alt Decos. The Minis are miniature versions of existing Skylanders, originating from the Miniverse. Now fully playable characters, they are functionally identical to their larger counterparts, only smaller. Most Minis were only available in special Mini Packs, including both Minis of the same Element. The Alt Decos were only available in single packs, two of which being Easter themed.

Eon's Elite

Eon's Elite figures are extremely powerful counterparts of Series 1 Core Skylanders, recognizable by their gold-colored bases. The original Eon's Elite was introduced in Skylanders: Trap Team, featuring a glossy paint job of the original figures. In Skylanders: SuperChargers, the new Elites received slightly changed poses and different accessories, but the glossy paint was only applied to their accessories. All Elites automatically start at level 20 in Skylanders: SuperChargers, and are the only non-SuperChargers to provide stat boosts for Vehicles in Skylanders: SuperChargers Racing.

SuperChargers

Introduced in Skylanders: SuperChargers, SuperCharger figures stand atop Rift Engines on redesigned elemental bases. About half of them are brand new characters, while the rest are new versions of Cores from previous games. Additionally, there are two Guest Stars, exclusive to the Nintendo platforms. Each SuperCharger is associated with a Vehicle, which gives them a health boost if paired up. Apart from the Guest Stars, all SuperChargers match the Element of their Vehicle.

Senseis

New in Skylanders: Imaginators, Sensei figures provide a training bonus to all Imaginators, as well as unlocking a Secret Technique to Imaginators of the same Battle Class. Included are 11 former Villains, which could previously be trapped in Trap Team, as well as two new Guest Stars. They also feature brand new bases, drastically different from previous designs.

Special Items

Items with special significance in the game they were originally released for, usually on par with Skylanders in terms of importance, and often given a separate collection menu from Skylanders and Magic Items.
Note that while Vehicles can be reset in Skylanders: SuperChargers, Traps and Creation Crystals cannot be reset in their corresponding games, only in early 3DS games.

Traps

Traps are small items resembling crystals with a decorative design on top, introduced in Skylanders: Trap Team. Instead of bases, the bottoms are shaped to fit into a hexagonal slot on the Traptanium Portal. They are used to trap Villains, which become playable in any part of the game, even during the fight against itself. In later games, their function has been drastically reduced.
There are also 6 specific traps with exclusive Villains, featuring an extra title and a different color scheme.

Vehicles

Vehicles are large items without bases, usually featuring interactive elements such as moving wheels. They were introduced in Skylanders: SuperChargers, and each one is associated with a Skylanders: SuperCharger and one of three terrains - Land, Sea or Sky. There are also two Nintendo exclusive vehicles which, unlike the others, do not have a matching element to that of their pilots. Pairing up a Vehicle with its signature driver unlocks powerful mods and provides a health boost.

Creation Crystals

Creation Crystal resemble cylindrical glass tanks, with a glowing crystal at its center. Introduced in Skylanders: Imaginators, they allow the creation of custom Skylanders called Imaginators, tied to an Element and a Battle Class. Like Traps, they feature several different designs in each Element, for both the casing and the central crystal piece.

Magic Items

Magic Item figures are the smaller figures that originally came in Adventure Packs. Most of them are mobile power ups, presumably able to cross over between games to give Skylanders a helping hand. Most of them are smaller than normal Skylander Figures, so they can easily share the space on the portal.

Sidekicks

Sidekicks are the precursors to Minis, originally released as cosmetic Magic Items for Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure and Skylanders: Giants. When placed on the portal, they say whatever catchphrase uttered by their full-size counterparts. In the first three main series games, they don't do anything except follow Skylanders around. Starting with Skylanders: Trap Team, they are fully playable characters, appearing as "Series 1" Minis.

Adventure Pack Figures

Adventure Pack figures are special Magic Items representing the levels they unlock. Released only in Adventure Packs, including special Expansion Packs. They all unlock a new level, and some even unlock an additional battle arena when placed on the portal. In the 3DS versions of Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure and Giants, each Adventure Pack figure unlocks two levels instead of just one.

Battle Pack Figures

Battle Pack figures are special Magic Items which, in addition to being powerful weapons against enemies, can unlock new Battle Arenas in multiplayer mode when placed on the portal, though only in the game they were originally released for.

Trophies

Gold Trophies, or Racing Action Packs, unlock additional tracks and modes in the racing mode of Skylanders: SuperChargers, and whole new tours in Skylanders: SuperChargers Racing. They also allow users to unlock certain Villains with vehicles, which can then be used in racing mode.

In addition to the 3 gold Trophies, there is also a Kaos Trophy, which only unlocks Kaos and his Doom Jet for use in Sky Races.

Alt Decos

Not to be confused with Alter Egos, which are digital-only Skylanders exclusive to Skylanders: Lost Islands.

Alt Deco figures are alternate counterparts of original Skylanders, Items, Traps, Vehicles and Creation Crystals, with a different color scheme and an additional title. Their in-game and physical appearance is the same, with one exception. Notable recurring Alt Decos are Dark Edition, Legendary and Nitro.

Dark Edition

There was originally only one Dark Edition figure, Dark Spyro. In the console games, he plays just like Spyro, but he is quite different from regular Spyro to the point of having a completely different backstory and 3DS moveset. Numerous new Dark Edition Skylanders, as well as four Vehicles, arrived as exclusive figures in Dark Edition Starter Packs. The color schemes of the Dark Edition figures are mostly black and silver, and unlike their leader, they only have altered stats.

Legendary

Legendary Skylander are gold and navy blue versions of normal Skylanders, who are slightly more powerful than their original counterparts. These figures are exclusive to Toys'R'Us in most countries, and are often listed separately from Alt Decos due to their special status. Legendary Senseis in Imaginators are gold and red, rather than gold and blue.

In addition to the Legendary Skylanders, there are three Legendary Traps, a Legendary Magic Item and a Legendary Vehicle, also colored gold and navy blue. Lastly, there are three Legendary Creation Crystals, whose internal crystals retain their elemental color, while their casings are gold with a navy blue elemental symbol on the front.

Nitro

Nitro figures are Skylanders and Vehicles with a yellow-and-white checker color scheme, which are mostly associated with speed. This type of Alt Deco was introduced in Skylanders: Swap Force and has returned in both Skylanders: Trap Team and Skylanders: SuperChargers. Nitro figures are exclusive to Target in North America.

Variant/Rare

Unlike Alt Decos, Variants are figures that are different in toy form only, with no in-game change other than receiving a "Special" tag. They can be composed of all one color, such as a solid blue Bash, or multiple colors, such as Pumpkin Eye-Brawl. Rare figures are variations that are impossible to find in stores, such as Employee Edition figures.

Games
Main series Spyro's Adventure • Giants • Swap Force • Trap Team • SuperChargers (Racing) • Imaginators
Spin-offs Universe • Cloud Patrol • Lost Islands • Battlegrounds • Battlecast • Ring of Heroes
Miscellaneous Skylanders Collection Vault - Skylanders Creator
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