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{{Characterbox
{{Species infobox
|name = Wyverns
|name = Wyverns
|image = [[Image:Wyvern.jpg]]
|species = [[Grublin]]s
|species = Wyvern
|image = [[File:Wyverns_ValleyofAvalar.jpg|300px]]
|role = Enemy
|world = [[Dragon Realms (The Legend of Spyro)|Dragon Realms]]
|homeworld = [[Dragon Realms (The Legend of Spyro)|Dragon Realms]]
|first_appearance = ''[[The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon]]'' (2008)
|attack =
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*Head lash
'''Wyverns''' are a type of [[Grublin]] species in ''[[The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon]]'' that resemble [[Dragon (The Legend of Spyro)|dragons]].
*Dark energy soundwaves
 
*Somersault
==Characteristics==
|appearances = ''[[The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon]]''}}
===Physical Appearance===
'''Wyverns''' are a dragon-like [[Grublins|Grublin]] species in ''[[The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon]]''.  
Wyverns are red Grublins that visually resemble dragons. However their overall appearance take after their Grublin origins, being composed of earth, vegatation and minerals.They have red wings between their limbs with bramble-like spines running along their backs, and they possess glowing, bulging red eyes like their Grublin brethern. They also have insect-like legs at the base of their tails. When airborne, they fly through the air like serpents.
 
===Tactics===
Wyverns are tricky enemies, since they have the ability to easily avoid attacks while airborne thanks to their slender bodies. They have the ability to screech out rays of [[Fear]] energy at their targets and use various attacks. Wyverns need to be struck down from the air to ground level in order to attack them directly.


==Story==
==Story==
The Wyverns first appeared when [[Spyro (The Legend of Spyro)|Spyro]] and [[Cynder]] were defending the [[Cheetah Village]] against the [[Grublins]]. After defeating the first wave of Grublins, [[Sparx (The Legend of Spyro)|Sparx]] caught sight of a group of flying creatures heading towards them and recognized them as Dragons, believing that they were going to be saved. However upon close inspection, they were discovered to not be Dragons at all, but creatures that only resembled Dragons, and Sparx panicked upon this realization. Their alignment with the Grublins became clear when the Wyverns joined them on their assault against the [[cheetahs]], Spyro, and Cynder.
Wyverns first appeared when [[Spyro (The Legend of Spyro)|Spyro]] and [[Cynder]] were defending the [[Cheetah Village]] against the [[Grublin]]s. After defeating the first wave of Grublins, [[Sparx (The Legend of Spyro)|Sparx]] caught sight of a group of flying creatures heading towards them and recognized them as Dragons, believing that they were going to be saved. However upon close inspection, they were discovered to not be Dragons at all, but creatures that only resembled Dragons, and Sparx panicked upon this realization. Their alignment with the Grublins became clear when the Wyverns joined them on their assault against the [[Cheetah (The Legend of Spyro)|Cheetahs]], Spyro, and Cynder.


The Wyverns later appeared in cutscenes during the battle in [[Warfang]], aiding the army of Grublins in their attack. Spyro and Cynder battled them at  [[The Dam]] when the enemies were trying to stop them from slowing [[the Destroyer]] down. The Wyverns made later appearances in the [[Burned Lands]] and on the [[Floating Islands]]. One Wyvern even appeared as an [[Elite Enemies|Elite Enemy]].
Wyverns later appeared in cutscenes during the battle in [[Warfang]], aiding the army of Grublins in the seige. Spyro and Cynder battled them at  [[the Dam]] when the enemies were trying to stop them from slowing [[the Destroyer]] down. The Wyverns made later appearances in the [[Burned Lands]] and on the [[Floating Islands]]. One Wyvern even appeared as an [[Elite Enemies|Elite Enemy]].


==Tactics==
==Profile==
Wyverns are tricky enemies, since they have the ability to easily avoid attacks while airborne thanks to their slender bodies. They have the ability to screech out rays of dark energy at their targets and use various attacks. Wyverns need to be struck down from the air to ground level in order to attack them directly.
{{Quote|These winged monstrosities bear some visual similarities to dragons, but those resemblances end with their appearances. Sworn servants of the Dark Master Wyverns will stop at nothing to destroy Spyro and his allies. Travelling in small packs and using a combination of diving strikes and the Siren Scream breath attack, Wyverns are a troublesome lot.|The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon page 29}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery position="center">
<gallery>
34743783.jpg|Early Wyvern designs by [https://www.meignaud.com/games#/spyro/ Veronique Meignaud]
Grublin_EarlyConceptArt_Lineup.jpg|Early Wyvern designs by [https://www.meignaud.com/games#/spyro/ Veronique Meignaud]
Veronique-meignaud-wyvern.png|Early Wyvern designs by [https://www.artstation.com/artwork/dkRX Veronique Meignaud]
Veronique-meignaud-wyvern_Art.png|Early Wyvern designs by [https://www.artstation.com/artwork/dkRX Veronique Meignaud]
Early Wyvern.png|Early Wyvern design
Early_Wyvern_Art.png|Early Wyvern design
Early Wyvern 2.png|Early Wyvern and scrapped Bowman Orc rider design
Early_Wyvern_Art2.png|Early Wyvern and scrapped Bowman Orc rider design
Early Wyvern 3.png|Early Wyvern and scrapped Bowman Orc rider design
Early_Wyvern_Art3.png|Early Wyvern and scrapped Bowman Orc rider design
Concept Wyvern.JPG|Early Wyvern and scrapped Bowman Orc rider design
ConceptArt_Wyvern_BowmanOrc.JPG|Early Wyvern and scrapped Bowman Orc rider design
Wyvern with rider.jpg|Wyvern with scrapped Bowman Orc rider
Wyvern with rider.jpg|Wyvern with scrapped Bowman Orc rider
Dawn of the Dragon Wyvern DS.jpg|Concept design of the Wyvern enemy in the DS version of ''Dawn of the Dragon'' by [https://www.theloop.com.au/project/alisterlockhart/portfolio/2008-spyro-dawn-of-the-dragon/11953 Alister Lockhart]
DawnoftheDragon_Wyvern_DS.jpg|Concept design of the Wyvern enemy in the DS version of ''Dawn of the Dragon'' by [https://www.theloop.com.au/project/alisterlockhart/portfolio/2008-spyro-dawn-of-the-dragon/11953 Alister Lockhart]
SpyroCynder Wyverns.jpg
SpyroCynder_Wyverns_Art.jpg
Yannick-gombart-wyvern-model-art.jpg|Wyvern model by [https://www.artstation.com/artwork/WBokoG Yannick Gombart] with the original gray coloration
Yannick-gombart-wyvern-model-art.jpg|Wyvern model by [https://www.artstation.com/artwork/WBokoG Yannick Gombart] with the original gray coloration
Wyverns Valley.jpg|A swarm of Wyverns descending upon the Cheetah Village
Wyverns_closeup.jpg|A close up look at one of the Wyverns
Wyverns closeup.jpg|A close up look at one of the Wyverns
Wyvern_blue_NintendoDS_Sprite.png|A Blue Wyvern in the DS version of ''Dawn of the Dragon''
wyvern_blue.png|A Blue Wyvern in the DS version of ''Dawn of the Dragon''
Wyvern_green_NintendoDS_Sprite.png|A Green Wyvern in the DS version of ''Dawn of the Dragon''
wyvern_green.png|A Green Wyvern in the DS version of ''Dawn of the Dragon''
Wyvern_lightblue_NintendoDS_Sprite.png|A Light-Blue Wyvern in the DS version of ''Dawn of the Dragon''
wyvern_light_blue.png|A Light-Blue Wyvern in the DS version of ''Dawn of the Dragon''
Wyvern_yellow_NintendoDS_Sprite.png|A yellow Wyvern in the DS version of ''Dawn of the Dragon''
wyvern_yellow.png|A yellow Wyvern in the DS version of ''Dawn of the Dragon''
</gallery>
</gallery>


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*Originally for the console versions, the Wyverns were colored gray based on concept art, but their color had to be changed to red due to the broken game render and the outdated game engine.<ref>''[https://www.artstation.com/artwork/WBokoG Our engine was too old to correctly display normal maps.  (..) It was difficult to bring subtlety to the textures since the render was broken.]''. (Date Posted - January 15, 2024). ''[https://www.artstation.com/ ArtStation]''.</ref>
*Originally for the console versions, the Wyverns were colored gray based on concept art, but their color had to be changed to red due to the broken game render and the outdated game engine.<ref>''[https://www.artstation.com/artwork/WBokoG Our engine was too old to correctly display normal maps.  (..) It was difficult to bring subtlety to the textures since the render was broken.]''. (Date Posted - January 15, 2024). ''[https://www.artstation.com/ ArtStation]''.</ref>
*In aerial combat, over water or lava, a blast of Cynder's [[Wind (The Legend of Spyro)|Wind]] element will send the disoriented Wyverns spiraling and falling to their deaths the instant they touch either lava or water.
*In aerial combat, over water or lava, a blast of Cynder's [[Wind (The Legend of Spyro)|Wind]] element will send the disoriented Wyverns spiraling and falling to their deaths the instant they touch either lava or water.
*Given that its earlier design had a rider perched on its back, the Wyvern may be a Grublin-version of the [[Apes|Ape]]'s [[Dreadwings]].
*Given that its earlier design had a rider perched on its back, the Wyvern may be a Grublin-version of the [[Ape]]'s [[Dreadwing]]s.


==References==
==References==
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Revision as of 04:28, March 23, 2025

Wyverns
World Dragon Realms
First appearance The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon (2008)

Wyverns are a type of Grublin species in The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon that resemble dragons.

Characteristics

Physical Appearance

Wyverns are red Grublins that visually resemble dragons. However their overall appearance take after their Grublin origins, being composed of earth, vegatation and minerals.They have red wings between their limbs with bramble-like spines running along their backs, and they possess glowing, bulging red eyes like their Grublin brethern. They also have insect-like legs at the base of their tails. When airborne, they fly through the air like serpents.

Tactics

Wyverns are tricky enemies, since they have the ability to easily avoid attacks while airborne thanks to their slender bodies. They have the ability to screech out rays of Fear energy at their targets and use various attacks. Wyverns need to be struck down from the air to ground level in order to attack them directly.

Story

Wyverns first appeared when Spyro and Cynder were defending the Cheetah Village against the Grublins. After defeating the first wave of Grublins, Sparx caught sight of a group of flying creatures heading towards them and recognized them as Dragons, believing that they were going to be saved. However upon close inspection, they were discovered to not be Dragons at all, but creatures that only resembled Dragons, and Sparx panicked upon this realization. Their alignment with the Grublins became clear when the Wyverns joined them on their assault against the Cheetahs, Spyro, and Cynder.

Wyverns later appeared in cutscenes during the battle in Warfang, aiding the army of Grublins in the seige. Spyro and Cynder battled them at the Dam when the enemies were trying to stop them from slowing the Destroyer down. The Wyverns made later appearances in the Burned Lands and on the Floating Islands. One Wyvern even appeared as an Elite Enemy.

Profile

“These winged monstrosities bear some visual similarities to dragons, but those resemblances end with their appearances. Sworn servants of the Dark Master Wyverns will stop at nothing to destroy Spyro and his allies. Travelling in small packs and using a combination of diving strikes and the Siren Scream breath attack, Wyverns are a troublesome lot.”
– The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon page 29

Gallery

Trivia

  • Originally for the console versions, the Wyverns were colored gray based on concept art, but their color had to be changed to red due to the broken game render and the outdated game engine.[1]
  • In aerial combat, over water or lava, a blast of Cynder's Wind element will send the disoriented Wyverns spiraling and falling to their deaths the instant they touch either lava or water.
  • Given that its earlier design had a rider perched on its back, the Wyvern may be a Grublin-version of the Ape's Dreadwings.

References

  1. ↑ Our engine was too old to correctly display normal maps. (..) It was difficult to bring subtlety to the textures since the render was broken.. (Date Posted - January 15, 2024). ArtStation.
The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon
Characters Protagonists Spyro • Sparx • Cynder • Hunter • Ignitus • Volteer • Cyril • Terrador
Supporting Chief Prowlus • Dragon Soldier • Hermit • Mason • Meadow • The Chronicler
Villains Golem • Malefor • The Destroyer
Enemies Axe Orc • Crossbow Orc • Goblin Messenger • Grublin (Grublin Fly • Hero Grublin) • Guardian • Hero Orc • Shadow Ape • Orc • Rock Rat • Sprite • Troll • Wyvern
Bosses Console Golem • Elite Enemies • Malefor • The Destroyer
Mobile Elder Tree Ent • Malefor • Shadow Guardian
Chapters The Catacombs • Twilight Falls • Valley of Avalar • Dragon City • Attack of the Golem • Ruins of Warfang • The Dam • The Destroyer • Burned Lands • Floating Islands • Malefor's Lair
Items Adamantine Orb • Armor • Dark Crystal • Electrical Conduit • Purple Light • Shadow Gate • Snake Chain • Tuning Fork
Elements Fire • Electricity • Ice • Earth • Poison • Fear • Wind • Shadow • Aether
Species Ape • Cheetah • Dragon (Purple Dragon) • Dragonfly • Falcon • Golem of the Deep • Grublin • Mole
Other Cheat codes • Gallery • Soundtrack
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