The first Spyro game for the Nintendo DS brings rpg-lite features to the series. Spyro's friends have been sucked into the Shadow Realm and their magic is slowly being drained. Spyro must use his flame and ice breath, his magic, and his chi abilities in order to rescue them and defeat the Stranger who controls the Shadow Realm. Spyro receives his training from the Dragon Elders, and receives various quests from his rescued friends.