Even in times of peace, darkness still resides. An ancient tribe has returned for revenge on the cheetahs of Avalar, and Warfang is in their way. But, far from saving the world, Spyro may be forced to face his most dangerous enemy yet: himself.

Spyro and Cynder thought that it was over with Malefor's defeat. They thought wrong. As dragon-kind tries to rebuild following the war, a new threat emerges, one that is more connected to Spyro than anyone could ever imagine.

The death of Malefor should have begun a new age of peace. Three search parties, including Spyro and Cynder, are sent out to uncover any dragon populations that remain in hiding. All seems well, until one of the search parties fails to return...