Location: Crush's Dungeon (Summer Forest)
Crush is the first boss you'll face, a large, dim-witted Rhynoc with a massive club. The battle takes place in a circular arena with various colored pillars.
Phase 1: Blue Pillars
Crush will start by stomping around and occasionally slamming his club. Blue pillars will rise from the ground. Your goal is to flame these blue pillars when Crush is near them. When flamed, the blue pillars will shoot a projectile at Crush, stunning him. While he's stunned, charge into him to deal damage. Repeat this process three times.
Phase 2: Green Pillars
After taking some damage, Crush will become more aggressive. Green pillars will now appear. These green pillars will shoot a projectile at Spyro if you flame them directly. Instead, you need to bait Crush into smashing the green pillars with his club. When he smashes a green pillar, it will stun him. Once stunned, charge into him. Repeat three times.
Phase 3: Red Pillars
Crush will be enraged. Red pillars will appear. These red pillars will explode if you flame them or if Crush smashes them. You need to flame the red pillars when Crush is very close to them, causing the explosion to damage and stun him. Once stunned, charge into him for the final hits. Repeat three times.
Tips: Keep moving to avoid Crush's club attacks. Pay attention to the color of the pillars and adjust your strategy accordingly. Don't get too close to the green or red pillars when they are active unless you intend to trigger them for Crush. After defeating Crush, you'll receive an Orb and unlock access to Autumn Plains.