Spike has always been a fan of the Elemental Heroes ever since they began protecting his home from certain threats. When he heard that they have an opening he jumped at the opportunity, especially with the rumors of three heroes are about to be chosen by the tree of harmony. Sadly Heroes rejected Spike's application into being one of them. Avian explained to Spike is that another group already chose him to be a member and that said group is more powerful than the Heroes. When it is revealed that it was Dark Magician and his followers he immediately refused but they were adamant saying that he was the one that wanted to be their chosen hero. Spike once again refused saying "I am not a magic user...you want Starlight Glimmer or Shining Armor not me" But one event caused him to change his mind and accept the role that Destiny gave him. However Spike was not the Hero that the Magician thought he was.