Lightning Rod once lived in the majestic Cloud Kingdom, where his countless acts of heroism along with his winning smile and electric physique made him the kingdom's most famous storm giant.
He was a true celebrity and the halls of the palace were littered with statues of the chiseled hero. But all the praise and admiration could never satisfy Rod, who yearned for something more.
By chance, he met an adventurous young dragon named Spyro, who told him fantastical stories of faraway places and dangerous adventures.
Rod was fascinated and he left with Spyro to seek an audience with Eon to join the Skylanders.