-Hour 8: The Combination Element-
Spyro looked hard for the book. With so many books around, it was difficult to search. A purple book looked rather familiar to Spyro. Curious, he took the book and opened it. He read the first page.
"Spyro, son of Falzar and Elva.A purple dragon that is destined to harness the power of the elements.Spyro was born in the last Year of the Dragon. Spyro is said to be the youngest purple dragon of our time."
Spyro looked at the bottom of the page, he saw a picture of a purple egg. Spyro guessed that it was him. Then, he turned to the next page and continued to read.
"As the night of attack approaches, Elva blessed the egg using the Holy element. This has caused the egg to be protected from attacks. However, Ignitus, not knowing that, fled away with Spyro during the night of the attack, leading to failure to protect the other eggs. The other eggs were crushed and Cynder fell into the hands of Falzar. It is believed that Elva disappeared after she blessed the egg."
Spyro felt funny reading a history about himself, but he continued on. He even read facts about him going against Gaul, who attempted to bring forth The Eternal Night. Spyro decided that he should keep it as his diary. "What did you find, Spyro?" Ignitus asked. "A book about me, Dad." Spyro replied. Ignitus halted his search and approached Spyro. "That is a very special book, Spyro. Talk to it, it will record whatever you say." Ignitus said. Spyro, who seemed to be curious, turned to an empty page of the book and placed it in front of him.
"Dear diary, today my father attacked the Temple. We were unable to defeat him." Spyro muttered. Magically, the exact sentence appeared on the page of the book. "I also saw my father's past. However, Ignitus, my beloved godfather told me that my father was creating illusions in my mind. I felt sad. Why would my father, who was a kind and caring dragon, be the Dark Master? I just don't know…" Spyro muttered. After the words finish appearing, Spyro closed the book and continued to search for the book they were looking for.
Spyro also saw books about the Four Guardians history and many more interesting titles as well. However, he came across a book that was entitled "Forgotten Elements". He opened it and read it.
"An Element is considered Forgotten if it isn't passed down to the next generation. Most of them are powerful, therefore, dragons who possess them refuse to teach them to their heir."
"Dad, I found a book about Forgotten Elements!" Spyro called out. Ignitus approached Spyro and sat next to him. He was rather curious as well. "Let's read together, Spyro." Ignitus suggested.
"However, one Element stands out among all the other Elements, even Forbidden ones. Fifty generations ago, a dragon was said have found a way to join other elements to unleash devastating attacks. One of the attacks he created was Blazing Earth, a combination of the Fire and Earth element. Thus, this branch of element has been named the Combination element. It's a skill, but it's more widely known as an element."
Both Ignitus and Spyro found it hard to put that book down. They thought of so many different possibilities to join different elements together to do different attacks. Spyro continued to read, hoping to find more information about the Combination element.
"In order to successfully master the Combination element, one must first master the Fire, Ice, Lightning and Earth element. Once that is achieved, the one who seek to learn the Combination element should close his eyes and concentrate on learning this magnificent skill."
Without hesitating, Spyro closed his eyes and began to concentrate. He dived deep within his thoughts. He really wanted to learn this element as he found it very useful. "Imagine the various possible attacks you can do using the Combination element." a voice in his head said. Spyro did not answer. He concentrated on looking for a way to master the Combination element.
"Feel the powers of Fire, Earth, Lightning and Ice circling around you. Feel the rush to combine them…" the voice said. "Observe the possibilities of this element. It's not only limited to those elements mentioned. Other elements apply as well…" it continued. Spyro opened his eyes. He felt a huge channel of energy within his body. He rushed out to test his new power.
"Where are you going, Spyro?" Ignitus asked. "Dad, I think I mastered it! I'm going to try it!" Spyro said excitedly, running outside. Ignitus gave chase. When Spyro reached an open space where he could unleash and attack. He stood in the middle and concentrated once more. Suddenly, bursts of electricity, fire, ice and leaves encircled him. "This can't be…!" Ignitus said, shocked.
Spyro concentrated harder. He knew something was missing. Suddenly, roman numbers encircled him, signifying Time. Spyro closed his eyes once more, not wanting to release this power. He frantically looked for the Darkness within him. As he opened his eyes, dark flares encircled with the various other elements that circled around him. Spyro floated and flapped his wings. Ignitus was surprised. Spyro remained in his normal form; even if he used Dark powers.
Spyro could not hold it any longer. Before he released this Rage, he gave a loud roar. Claps of thunder were heard and the ground shook vigorously. Bursts of various elements were sent flying around the area, causing Ignitus to rush back into the cave to prevent himself from getting hurt.
Finally, after the Rage has subsided, Spyro landed down, panting. "Are you okay, Spyro?" Ignitus asked, rushing towards Spyro who looked as if he could not stand properly. "I… I did it, Dad." Spyro said weakly. After he finished his sentence, he fainted. Ignitus got hold of him and carried him.
"You've done well… I'm so proud of you… my son." Ignitus said softly, hugging Spyro.
