From what I've noticed, all Skylanders can be grouped into one or more of three groups or "families", if you will. Keep in mind this is my outlook and not a hard and fast rule.
The three groups are:
BRAWLERS
BLASTERS
BEATERS
I'll explain what I mean in each group and give examples to illustrate.
BRAWLERS
Brawlers are basically melee fighters. They specialize in up close damage, heavy damage, in most cases. They don't have much to offer in long distance attacks and are usually high in defense (since they have to gt close to attack). I've noticed Earth, Life and Undead have many Skylanders in this group
Some classic examples would be Stealth Elf and Terrafin. Others include Doom Stone, Fryno and Wildfire.
Some classic examples would be Stealth Elf and Terrafin. Others include Doom Stone, Fryno and Wildfire.
BLASTERS
Blasters ar masters of the long ranged attacks. They have good to excellent speed and have good attack. Defense isn't their strong suit, so they have to make sure to keep a comfortable space cushion between them and their targets (OBVIOUSLY, you're thinking, right?) Fire, Water and Air have a good assortment of Blasters to choose from. Older players may think of Jet Vac, or Hex. Newer players might be familiar with Gusto, Punk Shot and Food Fight.
BEATERS
These guys are a so-so mix of the first two, without a real proficiency in either close or ranged attacks. Where they REALLY excel at is using either AOE or "GIMMICKS" to 'beat' their foes (hence the term BEATER). AOE (area of effect) abilities can have that can hit more than one foe or have a lasting a effect , like stun of poison. Gimmicks can be like confusing the enemy to attack their allies or creating traps. Magic and Tech elements are rife with these. Pop Fizz, Sprocket, Double Trouble, Chill, Gear Shift or Stink Bomb fit this bill nicely!
Again, this is just my observation about Skylanders. Maybe I over thought it, but hey it was fun posting this. feel free to offer your thoughts. I'd love to read them.
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