The color on the bottom of a Skylanders figure primarily indicates which game the character was originally released for, serving as a quick visual identifier for its series origin or special edition status.
Understanding Skylanders Base Colors
Each Skylanders game introduced new characters, and to help players and collectors differentiate them, the base of the figure was colored according to its debut game. This system makes it easy to quickly identify a figure's compatibility and its place within the vast Skylanders universe. While all Skylanders figures are generally forward-compatible (meaning figures from older games can be played in newer ones), the base color helps organize collections and recall character origins.
Decoding the Base Colors
The following table breaks down the meaning behind the different base colors found on Skylanders figures:
| Base Color | Associated Game/Series | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Green | Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure (SSA) | The original game's figures. |
| Orange | Skylanders: Giants | Introduced larger Giant figures and LightCore variants. |
| Blue | Skylanders: SWAP Force | Introduced characters with interchangeable top and bottom halves. |
| Red | Skylanders: Trap Team | Featured Trap Master characters and introduced Traps. |
| Dark Blue/Purple | Skylanders: SuperChargers | Associated with figures that pilot vehicles. |
| Gold/Yellow | Skylanders: Imaginators | Introduced character creation and Sensei figures. |
| White | Eon's Elite figures | Premium, re-posed, and more powerful versions of popular characters. |
Why Base Colors Matter
For collectors and players, knowing the base color helps in several ways:
- Collection Organization: It provides an easy way to sort figures by game generation.
- Compatibility Reference: While generally forward-compatible, the base color instantly tells a player which game a character hails from.
- Identifying Special Editions: The distinct white bases of the Eon's Elite figures immediately set them apart as a premium, collector-focused series.
This simple yet effective color-coding system aids in navigating the extensive roster of Skylanders figures across all game titles.
