
Each Homeworld contains at least 4 normal Realms (2 that are already open and 2 that require a specific number of eggs to unlock), 1 rebel Realm which acts as a tutorial for each of Spyro's allies, 1 Speedway which also requires eggs to unlock, and 1 Sparx Realm which can only be accessed by defeating the Homeworld's Boss. There are 4 Homeworlds in "The Forgotten Realms", all named after times in the day. Aiding her is the apprentice Bianca, who attempts to hinder Spyro on his mission. The primary antagonist of the game is the Sorceress, a tyrant who rules over the Forgotten Realms with her forces. Byrd the Penguin, Bentley the Yeti, and Agent 9 the Monkey. Four other playable characters are freed from Moneybags during the game these include Sheila the Kangaroo, Sgt. Also aiding Spyro is Hunter, who teaches the player game mechanics and is a playable character at special racing levels. Sparx functions as the player's health meter and assists the player in gathering gems Sparx is a playable character in certain levels. Spyro is assisted by many characters during the course of Year of the Dragon.


Spyro saves Sheila, as they converse in front of her alp.
