Every confirmed character in Honkai: Nexus Anima, in one place. 13 characters appeared in the Evolution Test, plus 9 story characters from official reveals. Playable characters are called Animasters, but HoYoverse has not yet confirmed the full playable roster for launch. Click any portrait for lore, skills, and how to get them.
Characters who appeared in the Evolution Test. Community Beta data lists kits for some of them; which ones will be playable at launch is not confirmed yet. Novarchs each rule one of the 81 Planes; Others covers the rest of the cast: Planestriders, arena staff, students, and more.
Officially revealed characters who were not part of the Evolution Test roster above. Several are Old World Sovereigns, the rulers before the Sundering. HoYoverse has not said which of them will be playable at launch.
Deputy Arena Master of Iia's Arena. Cowboy style, big talk about beating Jalily.
Unconfirmed
Honkai Crossover Characters
Two familiar HoYoverse characters are confirmed so far:
Kiana, from Honkai Impact 3rd: a Planestrider and playable support in the Beta.
Blade, from Honkai: Star Rail: the 22nd Novarch, ruler of the Plane called "The Peak."
Argenti from Honkai: Star Rail has appeared in leaks and beta data, but HoYoverse has not officially revealed him yet. Other names such as Bronya, Seele, Luocha, and Fu Xuan have not been confirmed at all. We will add them only if HoYoverse reveals them.
Characters FAQ
How many characters are in Honkai: Nexus Anima?
22 are confirmed so far: 13 characters from the Evolution Test and 9 story characters from official reveals. More will likely come at launch.
What is an Animaster?
It is the game's name for a playable character: the human (or Novarch) who leads your team of Anima. In battle, your Anima fight automatically and you trigger your Animaster's skill.
What is the difference between a Sovereign and a Novarch?
Sovereigns ruled the Old World, each holding a pair of opposing principles. After the Sundering, the New World's 81 Planes are ruled by Novarchs, each holding a single concept. Some, like Victus and Parayaya, were both.
Are Bronya or Seele in Honkai: Nexus Anima?
Not as far as we know. The only officially revealed Honkai crossovers are Kiana and Blade. Argenti has appeared in leaks only.
