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ANIIMO Best Starter – Lunara vs Helion
Pick Lunara if you want the easiest default recommendation. Pick Helion if you prefer aggressive close-range combat. This is a playstyle recommendation, not a raw-stat ranking.
- Lunara and Helion are Light DPS in the local Aniidex.
- Lunara is the recommended starter for most new players.
- Helion suits players who want a more aggressive close-range feel.
The Short Answer
Choose Lunara for most first playthroughs. She is the comfort-first option and the easier recommendation when you are still learning combat and team building.
Choose Helion if you want a more aggressive close-range start. He is the better fit for players who enjoy staying on the attack and do not mind a more active combat feel.
Both starters are listed as Light DPS in the Aniidex. The choice is about how you want to play, not a claim that one has universally higher stats.
Pick Lunara If You Want a Comfortable Start
Lunara is the default recommendation because a forgiving starter lets you focus on learning encounters, movement, and the rest of your party. Pick her if you:
- want a smoother first playthrough;
- prefer comfort over constant close-range pressure;
- would rather learn team roles before optimizing combat execution;
- are unsure and simply want the safer pick.
Lunara still fills the DPS slot, so build the other three positions around healing or sustain, Support, and whatever BREAK or matchup coverage the encounter needs.
Pick Helion If You Like Aggressive Combat
Helion is the purposeful alternative. Pick him if you:
- enjoy close-range pressure;
- prefer an active, attack-forward style;
- are comfortable learning fights while staying engaged with the target;
- value playstyle fit more than the safest beginner route.
Helion does not need a completely different team-building philosophy. He is also a Light DPS, so the remaining slots should still cover the jobs he does not provide.
Quick Comparison
| Question | Pick |
|---|---|
| Best default for a new player | Lunara |
| More comfortable first playthrough | Lunara |
| More aggressive close-range feel | Helion |
| You are undecided | Lunara |
| You already know you like aggressive melee-style play | Helion |
Build the Rest of the Party
Do not overthink the starter choice in isolation. Your Battle Party has four slots, and the other three members shape the team just as much as the starter.
After choosing:
- Add a Heal member or another dependable survival plan.
- Add Support or REGEN if it improves consistency.
- Use the final slot for BREAK, extra damage, or a better elemental matchup.
The Team Building guide gives three complete example structures and replacement rules. Use Element Counters when one encounter resists your normal lineup.
Lunara vs Helion FAQ
Who is the best ANIIMO starter?
Lunara is the best default for most new players. Helion is the better choice for players who specifically want aggressive close-range combat.
Are Lunara and Helion different elements or roles?
No. Both are listed as Light DPS in the local Aniidex.
Will the starter choice lock my team?
No. Treat the starter as the first DPS slot, then build the other three positions around the needs of each encounter.
Which starter is stronger at endgame?
This guide does not rank their endgame damage or scaling. Choose from playstyle, then judge later investment from your team needs and the combat data available in game.
Tips & warnings
- The recommendation compares playstyle, not complete damage or long-term scaling data.
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Sources & verification
- In-game verified: User-provided Lunara and Helion starter choice scene, live game client Checked Oct 5, 2026.
- Editorial analysis: ANIIMO Central Lunara and Helion role and element records Checked Oct 5, 2026.
Last updated: Oct 5, 2026