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Overview

Iia (also spelled Iya in some sources) is a seaside town and the starting location for Honkai: Nexus Anima. It sits on the coast with beaches, dense urban streets, and a local Arena where Animasters compete in Nexus Battles. The town has a relaxed, vacation-like atmosphere that matches the game's overall warm art direction — think a Mediterranean-inspired coastal village with fantasy elements layered on top.

Starting the game

The player arrives in Iia as a newcomer hoping to become an Animaster. Nanafey, a local resident, lets the player stay in her home. From there, the player meets other key characters: Hua (a fellow aspiring Animaster), Maple Manybell and Cassio Rollex (the Deputy Arena Masters), and Jalily (the Arena Master). The early game revolves around learning the basics of Nexus Battles, collecting your first Anima, and qualifying to progress beyond Iia's regional championship.

The Arena

Iia's Arena is the first competitive venue the player encounters. It's run by Arena Master Jalily, with Maple Manybell and Cassio Rollex serving as deputies. Winning through the Arena's challenges is how the player earns the right to travel to other Planes and take on more difficult regional championships.

The Arena also serves as a social hub where other Animasters gather, trade information, and spectate matches. It's where the player first experiences the social structure of the Nexus Battle world.

The Amphitheater

Beyond the local Arena, there's a larger venue called The Amphitheater that top Animasters aspire to reach. It functions as the endgame competitive goal — the place where the best fighters from across the Planes prove themselves. Hua is especially focused on qualifying for The Amphitheater, and reaching it drives much of the early narrative.

Activities in Iia

Outside of Arena battles, Iia offers various mini-games and social activities: Anima racing, balloon shooting, demolition, seesaw play, and water balloon fights. The town is also the first place players can encounter wild Anima in the surrounding areas for Bond Encounters. A "Quick Bites" fast-food establishment features Frigull, the French-fry-themed seagull Anima.