THE SHORT ANSWER

Aniimo’s official index separates evolution stages from form variants. It lists Lumin, Gamma and Nova stages, but a form name or a rare appearance does not establish an evolution requirement. Helion also has a skill-triggered Soleon transformation with a damage bonus that lasts until combat ends.

Evolution stages

Emberpup’s entry displays Lumin, Gamma and Nova stages; Celestis and Nimbi show Lumin and Nova. The listed stages differ between species.

These entries do not specify the levels, items or quests needed to evolve. Check those requirements in game before spending materials.

Compare companion entries

Forms can change elements

The Wiki lists these as form variants. It does not say whether they are successive evolutions or whether you can switch between them.

CompanionForms in this guideElement difference
EmberpupBasic, Highland, Mountain WoodsHighland adds Rock to Fire
NimbiBasic, Rainstorm, Cloudmist, PlateauRainstorm adds Electric; Plateau adds Ice
CelestisBasicDark
Emberpup form comparisonNimbi form comparison

Helion’s Soleon transformation

Helios’ Judgment is the confirmed trigger: Helion attacks and becomes Soleon, gaining a 15% damage bonus until it leaves combat. The skill description does not specify permanent evolution steps or how long the Soleon form lasts.

Helion abilities

Prismana and Umbral encounters

Prismana Flow and Umbral encounters are ways to find special Aniimo. The launch letter describes their trigger changes separately from ordinary evolution. A Prismana or Umbral label does not tell you a creature’s evolution stage.

Prismana Flow and Umbral guide

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