Battle Classes are weapon wielding classifications in Skylanders: Imaginators. Applying to Senseis, Imaginators and enemy Doomlanders. They denote the character's weapon class and, for Imaginators, three out of four abilities - their primary Weapon Attacks, their tertiary Secret Techniques, and their Soul Gems, found in the story levels like all others. Their secondary Elemental Attacks can be found under the pages about the different Elements.
- Note: Once you have chosen an Imaginator's Battle Class, the Creation Crystal is permanently locked to the selected class. While unintended, it can be reset in 3DS games made before Swap Force and the Wii/PS3/Wii U version of Giants
Many classes are based in real-life weapons with a fantasy twist, and common RPG classes as seen by the names of some in early versions.
Battle Classes define the Secret Techniques, which are tertiary button powers that Imaginators can learn from Senseis and defeating Kaos' Doomlanders, that vary in use and power. There are four secret techniques per Battle Class to learn. Two are earned by leveling up, one is unlocked by adding any of the corresponding Senseis, and one is rewarded upon defeating the corresponding Doomlander.
List of Battle Classes
Brawler
These characters are a melee class, focusing on using their fists at great speeds - though they may not use noteworthy weapons, they are associated with brass knuckles and gauntlets. Secret Techniques for Imaginators include various close combat moves such as uppercuts or mystical tricks such as waves of energy from their fists.
- Air Strike
- Grave Clobber
- King Pen
- Guest Star: Crash Bandicoot
Theme
The theme music for Brawlers is "All Out Brawl" by Invasion from Mars.
Brawler Imaginator Attacks
Brawler Primary Weapon Powers These abilities are available from the start of the game. |
Soul Gem Ability Requires Soul Gem from: Mushroom River | |||
Boxer
Master Boxer
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Bruiser
Master Bruiser
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Fists of Fury | ||
Price: 4000 Press Special Attack to unleash the ultimate Dempsey Roll by punching your way through your enemies. |
Brawler Secret Techniques Two of these powers are unlocked by leveling up your Imaginator, the other two are unlocked by adding a Sensei or defeating the Doomlander of the same Battle Class. | ||||||||
Megaton Punch
Mastered Megaton Punch
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Knockout Clap
Mastered Knockout Clap
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Wave Fist
Mastered Wave Fist
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Dashing Uppercut
Mastered Dashing Uppercut
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Unlocked by Brawler Doomlander
Press Attack 3 to release an explosive energy punch at your enemies.
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Unlocked by Brawler Senseis
Press Attack 3 to charge for enemies and uppercut them into the air.
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Sorcerer
Characters from this class specialize in ranged moves based on their magical abilities as they channel the magic of Skylands. They are associated with enchanted wands and staves of various sizes and themes. Secret Techniques for Imaginators include different spells such as area-of-effect blasts. During development, one of the names used for this class was "Wizard".
Class Restrictions: Sorcerer Imaginators are always floating, and have a smaller maximum leg size.
- Golden Queen
- Mysticat
- Pit Boss
- Guest Star: Dr. Neo Cortex
Theme
The theme music for Sorcerers is "To The Rescue" by APM Music.
Sorcerer Imaginator Attacks
Sorcerer Primary Weapon Powers These abilities are available from the start of the game. |
Soul Gem Ability Requires Soul Gem from: Cradle of Creation | ||||
Enchanter
Master Enchanter
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Enlightened
Master Enlightened
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Sorcerer's Circle | |||
Press Attack 1 to throw magical orbs at your enemies.
Press Attack 1 three times for a quintuple shot!
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Price: 4000 Press Special Attack to create a damage barrier around you. Press Special Attack again to shoot it out at enemies. |
Sorcerer Secret Techniques Two of these powers are unlocked by leveling up your Imaginator, the other two are unlocked by adding a Sensei or defeating the Doomlander of the same Battle Class. | |||||||||
Summoned Fury
Most Furious Summoned Fury
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Mystic Grid
Most Mystical of Grids
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Sticky Orb
Pro Bowler
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Magic Upheaval
Up Up and Upheaval!
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Unlocked at Level 4
Press Attack 3 and create a magical grid that will hurt your enemies.
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Unlocked by Sorcerer Doomlander
Press Attack 3 to create an orb that enemies get stuck to.
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Unlocked by Sorcerer Senseis
Press Attack 3 to throw enemies high up into the air around you.
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Smasher
These characters use their large and heavy weapons to attack foes at close range. Their weapons of choice consist of hatchets, maces and many others. Secret Techniques include abilities to increase their range such as belly flops,or more brutal tactics like war cries and a berserker mode. During development, one of the names used for this class was "Barbarian".
Class Restriction: Smashers have wider torsos.
Theme
The theme music for Smashers is "Barbarians" by APM Music.
Smasher Imaginator Attacks
Smasher Primary Weapon Powers These abilities are available from the start of the game. |
Soul Gem Ability Requires Soul Gem from: The Golden Arcade | |||
Obliterator
Master Obliterator
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Pulverizer
Master Pulverizer
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Smash Smash Rinse Repeat | ||
Price: 4000 Press and hold Special Attack to go on a crazy Smash Rampage. |
Smasher Secret Techniques Two of these powers are unlocked by leveling up your Imaginator, the other two are unlocked by adding a Sensei or defeating the Doomlander of the same Battle Class. | ||||||
War Cry Rage
Mastered War Cry Rage
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Seismic Slam
Mastered Seismic Slam
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Berserker
Mastered Berserker
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Here Comes the Pain
Mastered Here Comes the Pain
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Bowslinger
Bowslingers use ranged abilities from their bows and arrows, compensating damage for distance. Secret Techniques include different angles and types of arrow shots, and the Imaginator Soul Gem is a volley of arrows shot at the sky for a large area of effect. During development, one of the names used for this class was "Archer".
Theme
The theme music for Bowslingers is "Summer Solstice" by APM Music.
Bowslinger Imaginator Attacks
Bowslinger Primary Weapon Powers These abilities are available from the start of the game. |
Soul Gem Ability Requires Soul Gem from: Dragon Temple | |||
Long Shot
Arc Shot Extra
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Multi Shot
More to Go Around
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Volley Storm | ||
Price: 4000 Press Special Attack to fire a hail of exploding arrows! |
Bowslinger Secret Techniques Two of these powers are unlocked by leveling up your Imaginator, the other two are unlocked by adding a Sensei or defeating the Doomlander of the same Battle Class. | |||||||
Knockback Shot
Mastered Knockback Shot
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Target Tag
Mastered Target Tag
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Slow Shot
Mastered Slow Shot
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Lob Shot
Mastered Lob Shot
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Unlocked by Bowslinger Doomlander
Press Attack 3 to fire a shot that you can fire at for an explosion.
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Knight
Characters from this class use their slashing weapons in close range, and as such are associated with various types of swords, but some odd objects such as hot dog sticks are also an option. Secret Techniques include different ways of stabbing enemies for different ranges and area of effect.
Theme
The theme music for Knights is "Heroic Knight" by APM Music.
Knight Imaginator Attacks
Knight Primary Weapon Powers These abilities are available from the start of the game. |
Soul Gem Ability Requires Soul Gem from: Sky Fortress | |||
Duelist
Master Duelist
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Gladiator
Master Gladiator
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Excalibur Execution | ||
Price: 4000 Press Special Attack to trade health for a temporary speed and damage boost. |
Knight Secret Techniques Two of these powers are unlocked by leveling up your Imaginator, the other two are unlocked by adding a Sensei or defeating the Doomlander of the same Battle Class. | |||||||
Upper-Cutting Sword
Mastered Upper-Cutting Sword
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Spinning Slash
Mastered Spinning Slash
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Mighty Cleave
Mastered Mighty Cleave
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Ground Stab
Mastered Ground Stab
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Unlocked by Knight Doomlander
Press and hold Attack 3 to strike enemies with massive force.
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Quickshot
These characters are like Bowslingers in which they use projectile weapons for distance; however, they double wield more automatic weaponry, such as firearms. Their Secret Techniques include varied shooting methods for concentrated damage or area of effect.
Theme
Quickshot Imaginator Attacks
Quickshot Primary Weapon Powers These abilities are available from the start of the game. |
Soul Gem Ability Requires Soul Gem from: Abandoned Amusement Park | |||
Marksman
Master Marksman
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Wild Style
Master Wild Style
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Bounty Hunter | ||
Price: 4000 Press Special Attack to put a bounty on your enemies - they take extra damage and are slowed. Defeat them for extra gold. |
Quickshot Secret Techniques Two of these powers are unlocked by leveling up your Imaginator, the other two are unlocked by adding a Sensei or defeating the Doomlander of the same Battle Class. | ||||||||
Death Blossom
Mastered Death Blossom
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Blast Zone
Mastered Blast Zone
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Charge Shot
Mastered Charge Shot
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Gunslinging It
Mastered Gunslinging It
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Unlocked at Level 4
Press Attack 3 to create a danger zone where your enemies take more damage.
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Unlocked by Quickshot Senseis
Press Attack 3 for concentrated rapid fire in a single direction.
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Sentinel
Sentinels use large staves and polearms with blades or blunt weaponry on both ends - or even stranger choices such as marshmallow and sticks - for mid-ranged combat, with a large focus on well-planned spins against their enemies and odd mystical effects. Secret Techniques for Imaginators include crowd control abilities such as spinning into enemies or controlling them in a hypnotic manner. During development, one of the names used for this class was "Dervish".
Theme
Sentinel Imaginator Attacks
Sentinel Primary Weapon Powers These abilities are available from the start of the game. |
Soul Gem Ability Requires Soul Gem from: The Lair of Kaos | |||
Buster
Master Buster
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Acrobat
Master Acrobat
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Where Did That Come From? | ||
Price: 4000 Press Special Attack to create an expanding shockwave. |
Sentinel Secret Techniques Two of these powers are unlocked by leveling up your Imaginator, the other two are unlocked by adding a Sensei or defeating the Doomlander of the same Battle Class. | |||||||
Clothesline
Mastered Clothesline
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Top Spin
Mastered Top Spin
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Grand Slam
Mastered Grand Slam
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Hypnotize
Mastered Hypnotize
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Unlocked by Sentinel Senseis
Press Attack 3 to mesmerize your enemies and slow them down.
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Ninja
Ninjas are a ranged class whose projectiles are thrown with their hands rather than from weapons, such as shurikens or sawblades. Their Secret Techniques are used for stealth and dispatching great numbers of enemies at once.
Class Restrictions: Ninjas cannot use Chest body parts, and Shoulder Guard Gear is not visible.
Theme
Ninja Imaginator Attacks
Ninja Primary Weapon Powers These abilities are available from the start of the game. |
Soul Gem Ability Requires Soul Gem from: Fizzland | |||
Piercer
Master Piercer
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Sneaky
Master Sneaky
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Near and Far | ||
Price: 4000 Press Special Attack to teleport to nearby enemies and throw stars at each one. |
Ninja Secret Techniques Two of these powers are unlocked by leveling up your Imaginator, the other two are unlocked by adding a Sensei or defeating the Doomlander of the same Battle Class. | |||||||
Party Popper
Mastered Party Popper
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Ninja Teleport
Mastered Ninja Teleport
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Invisibility
Mastered Invisibility
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Knife Storm
Mastered Knife Storm
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Unlocked by Ninja Doomlander
Create a decoy while you become invisible. Move faster when invisible.
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Bazooker
Characters from this class use large cannons, bazookas and similar heavy projectile weapons, trading their speed for great damage. Their Secret Techniques use different shot angles and shells for various effects.
Theme
Bazooker Imaginator Attacks
Bazooker Primary Weapon Powers These abilities are available from the start of the game. |
Soul Gem Ability Requires Soul Gem from: Scholarville | ||||
Blaster
Master Blaster
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Destroyer
Master Destroyer
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1M4G1N1T3 Payload | |||
Fire rockets with a small explosive radius or shoot a big rocket that explodes into smaller bombs.
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Price: 4000 Hold Special Attack to launch a missile pack with Imaginite Explosives. |
Bazooker Secret Techniques Two of these powers are unlocked by leveling up your Imaginator, the other two are unlocked by adding a Sensei or defeating the Doomlander of the same Battle Class. | |||||||
Rocket Jump
Mastered Rocket Jump
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Birthday Present
Mastered Birthday Present
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Artillery Strike
Mastered Artillery Strike
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Scorched Earth
Mastered Scorched Earth
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Unlocked by Bazooker Doomlander
Press Attack 3 for targeted overhead shots. Hold it to fire shots for a longer period of time.
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Swashbuckler
Taking inspiration from Ninjini, these characters double-wield their blades and other objects for a graceful, but quick fighting style. With a much more magical approach than Knights, their Secret Techniques that take advantage of their agility and enchanted weapons. During development, one of the names used for this class was "Djinni", the original name for genies.
Class Restrictions: Swashbucklers cannot use Leg body parts and Leg Guard Gear are not visible. They also have two exclusive part types: Tassets (belts) and Swashbuckler Tails (simply called Tails in the creation menu).
Theme
The theme music for Swashbucklers is "Desert Chase" from APM Music, also known as the theme when facing Chompy Worms.
Swashbuckler Imaginator Attacks
Swashbuckler Primary Weapon Powers These abilities are available from the start of the game. |
Soul Gem Ability Requires Soul Gem from: Shellmont Shores | |||
Charger
Master Charger
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Knife Thrower
Master Knife Thrower
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Steel Fans | ||
Price: 4000 Press Special Attack to turn swords into steel fans-a massive spiral attack. |
Swashbuckler Secret Techniques Two of these powers are unlocked by leveling up your Imaginator, the other two are unlocked by adding a Sensei or defeating the Doomlander of the same Battle Class. | ||||||
Sword Wall
Mastered Sword Wall
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Takedown
Mastered Takedown
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Bladenado
Mastered Bladenado
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Criss-Cross
Mastered Criss-Cross
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Kaos
Kaos' Sensei clone is a master of all ten Battle Classes, and has a unique Battle Class symbol matching that of the Kaos Element. He can summon mind projections of weapons from the other classes, both close- and long-ranged, as well as Doomlanders, Doom Sharks and Doom Hands. No other Senseis are in this class, and Imaginators cannot be assigned to it either.
Trivia
- The Wave Fist Secret Technique is a reference to the common video game ability known as Hadouken, from the Japanese word for "Surge Fist" or "Wave Motion Fist". Most known from Street Fighter, the character fires a blast of energy (usually ki) from their fists when they do a certain motion.
- Most, if not all classes, have animations or attacks based on existing Skylanders:
- Swashbucklers share style and appearance with Ninjini, also lacking normal legs like her and hovering slightly above the ground.
- Sorcerers also float slightly above the ground, have a smaller maximum lower half height than most classes, and as one of the possible basic attacks, use a continuous beam of magic energy, all like Double Trouble.
- Knights have the similar animations and the same basic sword as Chop Chop.
- Quickshots in early versions of the game had the same body type as Ninjas, resembling Trigger Happy.
- Ninjas, on the other hand, because of their small bodies and the way they throw their stars, resemble Lob-Star.
- The usage of knuckles and the punching techniques of Brawlers resemble Terrafin's abilities.
- From animations to some of their shooting techniques, Bowslingers appear to be inspired by Flameslinger.
- Only Sorcerers have unique names for Secret Technique upgrades, and only Bowslingers have unique names for Primary attack upgrades. All others simply add "Mastered" or "Master" to the original ability.
- None of the Elemental attack upgrades have unique names either.
- Earlier footage shows that all upgrades were planned to have unique names at some point. For example, the Boxer Upgrade was called "Title Fighter" in press demos.
- Knights are the only Battle Class that can drain their own health with one of their abilities.
- Quickshots and Bowslingers share the same amount of health.
- The Quickshot Secret Technique "Death Blossom" shares a name with the Ultimate Ability of the Overwatch hero Reaper.
- The Brawler Secret Technique "Megaton Punch" shares a name with a minigame in Kirby Super Star and Kirby Super Star Ultra.
- The Sentinel Secret Techniques "Top Spin" and "Grand Slam" are named after terms in sports (tennis and baseball, respectively).
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