Spyro The Dragon was released in 1998 and recently had a remastered version released as part of Spyro: Reignited Trilogy in 2018. Ever since then, the Blue Thieves have been a massive source of irritation and frustration in the games.
However, there is no need to be frustrated any longer! If you follow this guide on where to find them and the tips on catching the thieves quickly, you’re going to have a much easier game experience. This guide is solely focusing on the 12 Blue Egg Thieves.
Stone Hill - Artisan World
Stone Hill is one of the first levels in the game and arguably the easiest one.
Where To Find The Blue Egg Thief In Stone Hill
After you have explored the level for a while you will come across an area filled with rams and shepherds.
In the center of that area is a tower that has a magic tornado at the center of it. Travel up this and rescue Gildas for a useful tip on gliding.
Glide across from the tower to the large green area.
Charge around to the right, making sure to stay in the middle of the green area. (You can choose to go left but it’s an easier route to get the thief from the right)
- After charging for a bit the thief will show up.
How To Catch The Blue Egg Thief Quickly In Stone Hill
- Charge after the thief. Keep to the inner area of the greenery close to the towers. Be careful not to hit the towers or you will lose valuable speed!
Eventually, you will catch up to the thief. The best way to dispose of this one is to charge him.
Town Square - Artisan World
Where To Find The Blue Egg Thief In Town Square
After making your way through Town Square you will come across a fountain where a Gnorc is being chased by a bull.
To your right, there will be a set of steps, climb these.
Then jump onto the platform directly in front of you.
Turn back around so that you are facing back down the stairs.
Jump and hit glide at the top of your jump, once you’re past the tower direct your glide directly to the right.
You will then land on another platform. This can take a few attempts, but don’t worry it won’t cost you any lives.
How To Catch The Blue Egg Thief Quickly In Town Square
- Once you jump up to the slightly higher platform the thief will be there. Charge after him. After you pass through the corridor he will drop down to the lower area of Town Square. The easiest way to get to him is to jump down in the same place.
As you jump down keep using the flame breath aimed in the thief’s direction to take him out.
Peace Keepers - Peace Keepers
Where To Find The Blue Egg Thief In Peace Keepers
This thief is actually located within the main area of the homeworld Peace Keepers. Follow the map around until you see Doctor Shemp’s portal.
Just before this is a Gnorc dressed in blue that will be using a cannon. Flame him and then take over the cannon.
Stand at the lower end of the cannon and walk into it to turn the cannon towards the large target on a massive rock.
Flame that end of the cannon and the cannon will shoot at the target, destroying the rock. You can now use this as a platform to get to the other side of the valley.
Once on the other side, you will see a rock that looks like an arch.
Look straight at this then look to your left, you will see a small area with a dragon statue in it.
Go over there and the thief will be chilling on the other side of a purple pool.
Do not fall in!
How To Catch The Blue Egg Thief Quickly In Peace Keepers
- This thief will run fast. Approach it slowly and flame it.
If it’s running, jump and glide across the pool to flame it mid-air.
Dry Canyon - Peace Keepers
Where To Find The Blue Egg Thief In Dry Canyon
From the point you arrive in the level, follow the map forwards and around to your left until you see some enemies and a tower.
Walk to the tower and you will find a small gap that Spyro can walk through.
This will take you to a small area where the thief will be waiting.
How To Catch The Blue Egg Thief Quickly In Dry Canyon
Charge after this one like in Stone Hill and keep close to the inner walls of the Canyon.
Be careful not to fall in the purple pools or headbutt cacti!
Eventually, you will catch up to the thief and be able to ram him with your horns.
Cliff Town - Peace Keepers
Be careful on this level. This chase could easily end with you falling off a cliff!
Where To Find The Blue Egg Thief In Cliff Town
Follow the map straight across the first and second bridge.
After the second bridge, you will see the thief almost instantly.
How To Catch The Blue Egg Thief Quickly In Cliff Town
- Charge after the thief. Keep close to the walls of the building in the center of the thief’s path.
Again, try not to charge into the building or you’ll lose speed.
Magic Crafters - Magic Crafters Egg 1
Magic Crafters is one of the most detailed worlds in the game with its beautifully designed levels and its amusing magic tricks. There are two egg thieves here and this is how to get the first one.
Where To Find The First Blue Egg Thief in Magic Crafters
Straight away there will be a thief as you walk in from the world’s starting point.
This thief jumps up to a ledge you cannot reach after a little chase.
How To Catch The First Blue Egg Thief In Magic Crafters Quickly
- Go back out to where you started and the thief will reset. Then, go back. Jump over the water to get to the thief Charge and flame it as soon as you can.
If you miss the first time, simply go back to where you arrived and it will reset. Rinse and repeat until it’s gone.
Magic Crafters - Magic Crafters Egg 2
Where To Find The Second Blue Egg Thief In Magic Crafters
The second egg thief in Magic Crafters can be found in the area next to the supercharge ramp.
This area will have a couple of sheep in it and the thief.
How To Catch The Second Blue Egg Thief In Magic Crafters Quickly
Charge after the thief. It will run in a tight circle.
You should try to keep on the inside of the thief’s path.
This will allow you to catch up to the thief quickly and get it with your horns.
Alpine Ridge - Magic Crafters
Where To Find The Blue Egg Thief In Alpine Ridge
To get this thief you have to reach the very end of Alpine Ridge where the return home portal is.
To the left of the home portal is a piece of the cliff that sticks out slightly further than the rest.
Stand right on the edge of that bit.
Jump off and glide over to the opening on the mountain that you will see on the far right.
Once you are in there you will rescue a Dragon called Kelvin.
The thief will be in sight but save the dragon first so if you fall off you will come back to here.
How To Catch The Blue Egg Thief In Alpine Ridge Quickly
- Charge after this thief too. Keep as close to the inner edge of the thief’s path as possible.
Be careful, you can fall off this route very easily. If you’re unsure, walk it the first time before charging.
High Caves Egg 1 - Magic Crafters
There are two egg thieves in High Caves, here is how to get the first egg.
Where To Find The First Blue Egg Thief In High Caves
To reach this thief you need to make your way through the map until you rescue a dragon called Ajax.
To the right of Ajax is a supercharge ramp.
Charge down this ramp and aim towards the right.
In the distance, there is an area that will become visible.
At the top of the supercharged jump hit the glide button.
If you time it right you will reach the area.
- Don’t worry if you don’t make it, in this area of the map there are fairies that will carry you back to the supercharge spot if you fall off.
When you are over there follow the area around to the right and up the small slope. The thief will be waiting on the other side of a circular pool.
How To Catch The First Blue Egg Thief In High Caves Quickly
- Stand on the edge of the pool opposite the thief. Jump and glide across the pool.
Then use Spyro’s flame breath when you are near the thief. It is possible to charge this thief but it’s a lot of hassle and is likely to result in unnecessary deaths.
High Caves Egg 2 - Magic Crafters
Where To Find The Second Blue Egg Thief In High Caves
Make your way to the top of the supercharge ramp.
Use the supercharge ramp and charge directly to your right at the bottom of the ramp.
Then there will be a bridge, quickly jump off of that and aim to your right again.
There will be an opening in the mountain.
Again, don’t worry if you do not make it across first time - the fairies will catch you.
How To Catch The Second Blue Egg Thief In High Caves Quickly
Once you are in there, charge after the thief.
Keep as close to the inner walls as possible Be careful this one has a lot of sharp turns.
You will catch up and the best tactic is simply to charge it down.
Wizards Peak Egg 1 - Magic Crafters
In Wizards Peak, you can collect the final 2 eggs from the thieves. This is how to get the first egg.
Where To Find The First Blue Egg Thief In Wizards Peak
Make your way through the map until you rescue a dragon called Jarvis.
From here you will have a supercharge ramp, this is where you need to accept you may die a few times.
Use the first supercharge ramp and whilst still charging, veer left down the next supercharge ramp.
Continuing the supercharge, charge up the opposite supercharge ramp and just as you feel you are about to hit the wall, jump!
At the highest point of this leap, click the glide button and you will make it to the platform.
- You may die a couple of times on this one.
When you are on the platform, it may seem like there is nothing there.
However, if you carefully walk around the edge you will find that the back wall is fake and there is a very narrow ledge behind there.
How To Catch The First Blue Egg Thief In Wizards Peak Quickly
- Don’t be too eager to charge, you will fall off. Instead, slowly walk around the ledge.
As soon as the thief comes into view you can simply use your flame breath to get it. No charging required.
Wizards Peak Egg 2 - Magic Crafters
This is the final egg in the game and thankfully it is relatively easy.
Where To Find The Second Blue Egg Thief In Wizards Peak
In Wizards Peak follow the map around until you have to climb up a few large steps.
These steps will take you to an area with a large circular pool.
The thief will be taunting you from the other side.
How To Catch The Second Blue Egg Thief In Wizards Peak Quickly
You can then use Spyro’s flame breath to toast the thief when you’re near the other side.
That is it, if you’ve followed this guide you will have all the eggs with hopefully minimal stress.
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