Checked September 18, 2026

Helion vs Lunara: Which Aniimo Starter Should You Pick?

Pick Helion if you want close-range physical attacks; pick Lunara if you want ranged magic attacks. Their official Basic Form records show the same starting attributes, so the decision is about attack distance and skill loop—not a hidden base-stat advantage.

Unofficial decision guide. Official records support the fields and skills; a launch-day gameplay report supports the opening choice. This site did not play-test either starter.

Official Aniimo Index illustration of Lunara
Lunara’s official Index illustration. The comparison uses the linked Basic Form record, not the artwork as performance evidence.

The quick choice: range or close combat

ChooseIf you preferDocumented reason
LunaraAttacking from a distance and managing marksIts basic attack is ranged magic. Lumin Bolts can mark up to different targets, and consumed Silver Moon Marks add damage and restore a small amount of HP.
HelionStaying close and charging an enhanced skillIts basic attack is close-range physical. Every four basic attacks grant Solar Halo, which enhances the next skill; Holy Storm can pull targets and gain a stun when enhanced.

Neither official record shows a starting-stat lead. If you are undecided, choose the attack distance you are more comfortable controlling during the opening fights.

What is the same, and what actually changes?

Official fieldLunaraHelionDecision value
Classificationholy / DPSholy / DPSNo element or listed-role advantage.
Attributes514 total; HP 100, BREAK 64, ATK 116, M.DEF 72, P.DEF 72, REGEN 90Same valuesDo not choose from an outdated stat table.
Basic attackRanged, magicClose range, physicalThis is the clearest control-style difference.
Resource skillMoon-Washed restores 20 EP.Sun-Kissed restores 20 EP; Solar Halo adds 5 EP.Both have recovery, but Helion can enhance its recovery after charging Halo.
Core loopSkills and Ultimate grant Silver Moon Marks; basics consume them for extra damage and 0.5% HP recovery.Four basic attacks grant Solar Halo; the next skill receives its listed enhancement.Choose marks and sustain, or basics into one enhanced skill.

Choose Helion for a close-range physical loop

Helion’s Basic Form record describes a close-range physical basic attack. Every four basic attacks grant Solar Halo, and the next skill consumes that setup through its own enhancement.

  • Light Bombardment: a targeted dive; Ring of the Golden Sun increases its damage.
  • Holy Roar: raises Helion’s Light damage on hit; Solar Halo immediately applies three stacks.
  • Holy Storm: pulls targets toward its center and adds a one-second stun on the final hit when enhanced.

This makes Helion the clearer choice when you enjoy committing at close range and building basic attacks toward a stronger next action. It is not evidence that Helion has higher starting stats or is universally stronger.

Official Aniimo Index illustration of Helion
Helion’s official Index illustration. Skill effects and conditions come from the linked record, not from this promotional render.

Fennelun and Soleon are combat-limited transformations here

Lunara’s Selene’s Judgment says it evolves into Fennelun, gains 15% damage and remains changed until combat ends. Helion’s Helios’ Judgment says it evolves into Soleon, gains 15% damage and remains changed until leaving combat.

That language supports a starter-Ultimate comparison. It does not support a general claim that every Aniimo evolves the same way, or that these are permanent upgrades. A broader evolution guide remains deferred until its different systems and requirements can be verified without mixing beta rules into launch.

Use the Official Index guide to inspect the source fields and forms.

Starter questions

Should I pick Helion or Lunara?

Pick Helion for close-range physical attacks and a basic-attack loop that charges Solar Halo. Pick Lunara for ranged magic attacks, marks and a small HP recovery effect. Their official Basic Form records show the same starting attributes.

Do Helion and Lunara have the same stats?

Yes. Both current official records show Attributes 514, HP 100, BREAK 64, ATK 116, M.DEF 72, P.DEF 72 and REGEN 90.

Can I get the starter I do not choose?

A launch-day gameplay report says the opening presents one choice and did not provide a way to add both at publication. Because availability can change, this guide does not turn that report into a permanent account rule; check current official notices before relying on future availability.

Verification notes
  • Official Lunara Basic Form record: current stats, ranged basic attack, trait, skills and Fennelun Ultimate wording.
  • Official Helion Basic Form record: current stats, close-range basic attack, trait, skills and Soleon Ultimate wording.
  • Destructoid’s September 16 launch-day guide: the opening starter choice and observed melee-versus-ranged distinction.

Checked September 18, 2026. Official records support the numbers and skill text. The opening-choice report is attributed; this site did not test the tutorial, inputs, damage output or future availability.