Blades
Looking Sharp!
Character Stats
Maximum Health 280
Speed 60
Armor 30
Critical Hit 10
Elemental Power 25
Blades came from a long line of dragons that guarded the dungeon of Scalos Castle, where the Golden Fear Serpent had slumbered for a century. Although it was considered an honor, Blades dreamed of becoming a knight so he could go on adventures in faraway lands. But one evening, a deafening roar shook the castle and a wave of fear swept over it. The serpent had awoken! Fighting his fear with each step, Blades descended into the chamber. As he entered, the golden beast grinned and made Blades an offer—he would leave the kingdom unharmed and slumber for another hundred years, as long as Blades agreed to remain in the dungeon for eternity. Knowing the safety of the kingdom was more important than his ambition, Blades accepted the offer. Then suddenly, the fear was gone and the serpent vanished—for it turned out the only way to defeat the serpent was to confront his fear. News of this bravery soon found its way to Master Eon, who came to see Blades at once and made him a Skylander.
Basic Attack Notes
Wing Slice
Jumping Attack 1 is a back flip into the ground that does more damage than Wing Slice.
Blade Shards
Can have two sets of shards in the ground at a time. Shards last longer if shot directly into Cyclone Swirl.
Cyclone Swirl
Cyclone Swirl picks up Blade Shards already in the ground. With a cyclone active, press Attack 3 to cancel it and send Blade Shards flying.
Upgrade Paths
Wind Wielder
When fully upgraded, Cyclone Swirl does double duty, punishing enemies caught in it and acting as a shield from ranged enemy projectile attacks. When you see a group of melee enemies ahead, summon a Cyclone Swirl and fill it with Blade Shards. If enemies are caught in the winds, jump before using Attack 1. The back flop does more damage and doesn’t knock Wing Blades out of the cyclone.
Shard Shooter
The Shard Shooter Path boosts the power of Blade Shards considerably. The Shards added to Wing Slice appear randomly and fly straight, meaning they never bury themselves in the ground. The biggest boost in this path is Shard Shrapnel. It allows you to stay on the move to avoid attacks and still damage enemies.
Soul Gem Ability
Instant Swirl Shards!: 4000
Cyclone Swirls automatically contain Blade Shards.
Instant Swirl Shards! allows you to skip the step of covering the ground with Blade Shards before starting a Cyclone Swirl. To eradicate nearby enemies, add additional Blade Shards to the cyclone and then cancel it. Prerequisite: Find Blades’ Soul Gem in CH 1: Soda Springs
Basic Attacks
Wing Slice
Press Attack 1 for a Wing Slice attack.
Press Attack 1, Attack 1, HOLD Attack 1 for a Tail Stab combo.
Blade Shards
Press Attack 2 to shoot Blade Shards into the ground; perform a Wing Slice to send them flying!
Upgrades
Cyclone Swirl: 500
Press Attack 3 to create a Cyclone Swirl attack, damaging anything nearby.
Sharpened Wings: 700
Wing Slice attacks do increased damage.
Shard Harder: 900
Shoot more Blade Shards and at a farther distance.
Wind At Your Back: 1200
Cyclone Swirl now follows you around and does extra damage. Prerequisite: Purchase Cyclone Swirl
Wind Wielder
Improve Cyclone Swirl attacks.
Follow Like the Wind: 1700
Cyclone Swirl follows you more closely and spins Blade Shards faster.
Crushing Cyclones: 2200
Enemies inside the Cyclone Swirl take increased damage from other attacks.
Shielding Swirl: 3000
Cyclone Swirl is bigger and can deflect enemy projectiles.
Shard Shooter
Improve Blade Shard attacks.
Slice Shards: 1700
Wing Slice attacks occasionally shoot Blade Shards.
Cutting Edge: 2200
Blade Shards do increased damage.
Shard Shrapnel: 3000
Blade Shards stick to enemies, causing more damage over time.
