INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE NINTENDO 3DSTM OPERATIONS MANUAL BEFORE USING YOUR
SYSTEM, GAME CARD OR ACCESSORY. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY
INFORMATION.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE YOU OR YOUR
CHILD PLAY VIDEO GAMES.
WARNING - 3D FEATURE ONLY FOR CHILDREN 7 AND OVER
Viewing of 3D images by children 6 and under may cause vision damage.
Use the Parental Control feature to restrict the display of 3D images for children 6 and under. See the Parental Controls section in the
Nintendo 3DS Operations Manual for more information.
WARNING - SEIZURES
• Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light ashes or patterns, and this may occur while they
are watching TV or playing video games, even if they have never had a seizure before.
• Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an epileptic condition should consult a doctor before
playing a video game.
• Parents should watch their children play video games. Stop playing and consult a doctor if you or your child has any of the following
symptoms:
Convulsions Eye or muscle twitching Loss of awareness
Altered vision Involuntary movements Disorientation
To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games:
1. Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.
2. Play video games on the smallest available television screen.
3. Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
4. Play in a well-lit room.
5. Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.
WARNING - EYESTRAIN AND MOTION SICKNESS
Playing video games can result in eyestrain after a sustained period of time, and perhaps sooner if using the 3D feature. Playing video
games can also result in motion sickness in some players. Follow these instructions to help avoid eyestrain, dizziness, or nausea:
• Avoid excessive play. It is recommended that parents monitor their children for appropriate play.
• Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, or every half hour when using the 3D feature, even if you don’t think you need it. Each
person is dierent, so take more frequent and longer breaks if you feel discomfort.
• If your eyes become tired or sore while playing, or if you feel dizzy or nauseated, stop and rest for several hours before playing again.
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• If you continue to have any of the above symptoms, stop playing and see a doctor.
WARNING - REPETITIVE MOTION INJURIES
Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, or skin hurt. Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as tendinitis,
carpal tunnel syndrome or skin irritation:
• Avoid excessive play. Parents should monitor their children for appropriate play.
• Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don’t think you need it.
• When using the stylus, you do not need to grip it tightly or press it hard against the screen. Doing so may cause fatigue or
discomfort.
• If your hands, wrists, or arms become tired or sore while playing, or if you feel symptoms such as tingling, numbness, burning or
stiness, stop and rest for several hours before playing again.
• If you continue to have any of the above symptoms or other discomfort during or after play, stop playing and see a doctor.
WARNING - BATTERY LEAKAGE
The Nintendo 3DS contains a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack. Leakage of ingredients contained within the battery pack, or the
combustion products of the ingredients, can cause personal injury as well as damage to your Nintendo 3DS. If battery leakage occurs,
avoid contact with skin. If contact occurs, immediately wash thoroughly with soap and water. If liquid leaking from a battery pack
comes into contact with your eyes, immediately ush thoroughly with water and see a doctor.
To avoid battery leakage:
• Do not expose battery to excessive physical shock, vibration, or liquids.
• Do not disassemble, attempt to repair, or deform the battery.
• Do not dispose of battery pack in a re.
• Do not touch the terminals of the battery or cause a short between the terminals with a metal object.
• Do not peel or damage the battery label.
WARNING - RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE
The Nintendo 3DS can emit radio waves that can aect the operation of nearby electronics, including cardiac pacemakers.
• Do not operate the Nintendo 3DS within 9 inches of a pacemaker while using the wireless feature.
• If you have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, do not use the wireless feature of the Nintendo 3DS without rst
consulting your doctor or the manufacturer of your medical device.
• Observe and follow all regulations and rules regarding use of wireless devices in locations such as hospitals, airports, and on
board aircraft. Operation in those locations may interfere with or cause malfunctions of equipment, with resulting injuries to
persons or damage to property.
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PORTAL OF POWER
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started ..................................................................................................................3
Introduction .........................................................................................................................3
Portal of Power® .................................................................................................................4
Toy Save Feature ............................................................................................................... 4
Gameplay Controls ...........................................................................................................5
Menus.....................................................................................................................................6
Playing The Game .............................................................................................................7
Customer Support Documentation ............................................................................10
INTRODUCTION
Thousands of years ago a fearsome rogue giant
pirate named Captain Frightbeard was ravaging
Skylands, until he and his crew were locked
inside the Chest of Exile. Frightbeard has found
a way to escape from his exile, and is looking for
the Chest so he can free his fl eet and continue
his quest to rule Skylands!
It is time to unleash the power of the Skylanders
Giants, and embark on a journey through the
Skylands to fi nd the Chest of Exile before
Captain Frightbeard does!
GETTING STARTED
1. Insert the Skylanders Giants™ Game Card into the Nintendo 3DS™
system Game Card slot as described in your Nintendo 3DS instruction manual.
2. Press the POWER Button to turn on the Nintendo 3DS.
3. Tap on Skylanders Giants on the Nintendo 3DS HOME Menu to
bring up the main title screen.
Note: The Skylanders Giants Game Card is for the Nintendo 3DS system only.
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PORTAL OF POWER
Your Skylanders can enter Skylands through the Portal of Power. Once
placed on the Portal of Power they will be sent to your Nintendo 3DS and
the Skylander will come to life in the game. To bring your Skylander fi gures
to life in game, speak to Hugo, who is located on Flynn’s Ship.
To begin Skylanders Giants™, you will need to prepare your Portal of Power.
First, please install batteries into the Portal of Power. To turn on your Portal
of Power, press on the top until it clicks and the Portal of Power lights up.
When Hugo prompts you, aim the rear facing infrared transceiver of the Nintendo 3DS system
at the front facing infrared sensor on the Portal of Power. Look for the green arrow on the top of
the Portal of Power to help you line it up. More information on how to set up your Portal of Power
can be found in your Quick Start Guide.
You can place one fi gure on the Portal of Power at a time, which includes: a playable character, a
Magic Item, or a Location Piece (sold separately). While only one Skylanders Giants or Skylanders
Spyro’s Adventure
required to start a new profi le and proceed in the fi rst part of the tutorial. For easy mobility,
the Portal of Power can be powered o once the two chosen fi gures are brought into the game.
TOY SAVE FEATURE
Your Skylanders Giants and Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure fi gures remember
their powers and upgraded abilities through the Portal of Power. Whenever your
Skylander is brought into the game with the Portal of Power, their progress will also
be saved to the fi gure.
Talk to Hugo on Flynn’s Ship to update your toys. You can play anywhere with your
own personalized collection of Skylanders! When you take your Skylanders to a
friend’s game, your Skylanders will keep all of the Experience points they earn.
You can even try on one of your friend’s Hats!
Saved Stats:
• Experience Points and Experience Level.
• Upgraded Abilities and Stats.
• The Hat your Skylander is currently wearing.
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fi gure can be placed on the Portal of Power at a time, two character fi gures are
PORTAL OF POWER
Steps needed to save:
1. In Flynn’s Ship, select the Skylander that you want to save.
2. Talk to Hugo and follow the instructions on screen.
3. When the transfer is complete, the level, skills and equipped Hat are saved
on the fi gure.
GAMEPLAY CONTROLS
Nintendo 3DS Basic Action
START/SELECT Pause Menu
Circle Pad Move Character
HOME Button Access Home Menu
B Button Jump/Double Jump
A Button Sprint
Y Button Primary Attack/Use/Talk
X Button Secondary Attack
Touch Screen Switch/Revive Character
L Button Sprint
R Button Use Magic Item
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MENUS
MENU NAVIGATION
Stylus – Navigate menus.
MAIN MENU
Select a Profi le – Store up to three Save Profi les.
Play – Tap once a Save Profi le has been selected.
Credits – View the Game Credits.
IN-GAME PAUSE MENU
Upgrades – Displays statistics and abilities of the active Skylander.
Options – Adjust the music and FX volumes.
Retry – You can restart the level from the beginning.
Flynn’s Ship – Return to the ship at any time.
Continue – Return to your adventure.
FLYNN’S SHIP PAUSE MENU
Upgrades – Displays statistics and abilities of the active Skylander.
Options – Adjust the music and FX volumes.
Quit Game – Exits the game to the Main Menu.
Continue – Return to your adventure.
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PLAYING THE GAME
IN-GAME DISPLAY
1. Health Meter – The green meter displays
the amount of Health your Skylander has.
Leveling up your Skylander will increase
the maximum amount of health available.
2. Experience Meter – When the grey meter
is fi lled up, your Skylander will level up.
3. Coins – Displays the amount of
coins collected.
4. Experience Orbs – Collecting these orbs
will increase your Experience Meter.
5. Character Selection – Displays the
Skylanders you can currently choose
between. You can load up to two
Skylanders into your game by visiting
Hugo on Flynn’s Ship.
6. Character Level – Refl ects the
experience level for your Skylander.
7. Character Name – The name of your
current Skylander is shown here.
8. Element Symbol – Represents the
element of your current Skylander.
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PLAYING THE GAME
CHANGING SKYLANDERS
The Skylanders Giants game can be played with both the Skylanders Giants fi gures
and the Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure fi gures. When one Skylander is in play, the
other Skylander is stored in the “Shadow Zone,” and is ready to jump into action.
The two Skylanders can be swapped into play at any time by tapping their picture
in the “Shadow Zone” on the Touch Screen. Collected treasure can be exchanged
for the revival of defeated Skylanders. When the Portal of Power is synced, the two
characters in play can be replaced with any character in your Skylanders Giants or
Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure Figure collection by speaking to Hugo.
ELEMENTAL CLASSES
Each Skylander possesses the power of one of eight Elemental Classes.
The Elemental Classes include:
Air
Life
Undead
Earth
Fire
Water
Magic
Tech
Each day, two di erent Elements will magically be in sync with the Skylands. These
elements will be shown in Flynn’s Ship near Flynn. Skylanders of those Elements will get
a bonus coin when they reach the exit of any level in the game. Remember, the special
Elements change every day, so use di erent characters each day to keep getting the bonus!
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PLAYING THE GAME
LEVELING UP
Your Skylanders will gain experience as they complete objectives and defeat
enemies. As they level up, their health and stats will increase as well. The maximum
level a Skylander can reach is 15.
FLYNN’S SHIP
Flynn’s ship is always on the move, making it the best place to be in-between
traveling the Skylands. Exploring Flynn’s ship will take you to many places, which will
help you on your journey to stop Captain Frightbeard. Helpful places include:
1. Main Deck – Hugo can be found on the Main Deck with a new portable portal machine
that transfers the Skylanders into portable crystals. Visit him when you want to
change the current Skylanders in play.
2. Captain’s Cabin – This room contains the map pieces that have been collected on
your quest. The pieces you have yet to recover are also outlined, to let you know
where to go next and where you have already been.
3. Engine Room – A circular fl oor panel featuring a symbol for each of the Adventure
Pack levels from Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure. Each one can be interacted with in
order to enter and play the levels within that area.
4. Sheep Room – This room is fi lled with sheep! Practice your moves here to get into
“sheep” shape.
5. Lifeboat – This small balloon gondola is attached to the starboard side of the ship.
Here you can access the character collection viewer and the hat stand. You may
change your Skylanders’ hats by interacting with the hat stand.
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