Updated September 16, 2026
Quick Answer
Aniimo Resonance is a permanent creature progression system built around Star-Up and Ascension. Star-Up uses Dewdrop Crystals to grant fixed stat increases, while Ascension unlocks the next Resonance stage and additional bonuses. There are 7 Resonance stages, and Flux Crystal can substitute for applicable elemental materials during progression.
If you're building an Aniimo for long-term combat, Resonance is one of the most important progression systems to understand.
Unlike a random stat roll, Resonance Star-Up gives fixed attribute increases. You spend the required materials, receive the listed bonus, and continue filling the current stage until you unlock the next Ascension.
That makes Resonance easier to plan than systems based on chance.
The important part is knowing which materials to save, when to Ascend, and when it is worth investing heavily in one Aniimo instead of spreading resources across your entire collection.
If you're still deciding which creatures are worth developing, start with our Aniimo Potential Guide: Innate & Acquired Potential Explained.
You can also use our Aniimo Personality Guide: Combat vs Home, Psyche Fruit & Recommended Traits to understand another important part of a creature's long-term value.
📋 Table of Contents
- What Is Resonance in Aniimo?
- How Resonance Star-Up Works
- What Star-Up Actually Increases
- Aniimo Resonance Star-Up Costs
- What Happens When You Finish a Stage?
- How Resonance Ascension Works
- What Does Stage 2 Ascension Give You?
- Resonance Materials You Need
- What Are Dewdrop Crystals Used For?
- What Are Elemental Materials Used For?
- What Does Flux Crystal Do?
- How to Get Resonance Materials
- Aniimo Resonance Stages Explained
- Recommended Resonance Upgrade Order
- Should You Spend Materials Immediately?
- Can Resonance Progress Be Transferred?
- Resonance vs Potential and Awakened Potential
- How Resonance Affects CP
- Common Resonance Mistakes
- Aniimo Resonance FAQ
- Final Takeaway
What Is Resonance in Aniimo?
Resonance is a creature-specific progression system that permanently improves an Aniimo through Star-Up and Ascension.
The two systems work together:
- Star-Up fills the current Resonance stage and provides fixed attribute increases.
- Ascension unlocks the next Resonance stage and applies its stage-specific bonus.
- Higher stages require stronger investment and additional materials.
Resonance progression is tied to the individual Aniimo you are developing.
The key thing to remember is:
Star-Up improves the current stage. Ascension moves you into the next stage.
You don't randomly roll for the Star-Up bonuses. The game shows exactly what you will receive before you spend the materials.
That makes Resonance a system you can plan around.
How Resonance Star-Up Works
Open an Aniimo's management screen and enter its Training menu to access Resonance Star-Up.
Inside the Resonance screen, you'll see the current stage and its available Star-Up nodes.
Each Star-Up requires a specific amount of the Dewdrop Crystal assigned to that progression.
Once you pay the cost, the listed attributes increase immediately.
For example, a Pebbling Resonance Star-Up can require:
- 20 Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystals
- ATK +10
- BREAK +5
The important point is that the bonus is fixed.
You don't spend 20 crystals hoping for a better roll. You spend them knowing exactly what the Star-Up provides.
Star-Up Is Not the Same as Potential
Don't confuse Resonance with the Potential system.
Potential deals with an Aniimo's individual stat potential, including Innate Potential and Acquired Potential.
Resonance instead provides fixed progression bonuses through its Star-Up and Ascension systems.
For a complete explanation of those stats, see our Aniimo Potential Guide.
What Star-Up Actually Increases
Each Star-Up position has a predetermined attribute reward.
The documented Star-Up sequence includes the following bonuses:
The Star-Up positions are used progressively as you advance through the Resonance stages.
This means the later positions require more materials, so you need to reserve enough of the relevant Dewdrop Crystals if you plan to continue through the full progression.
The Important Thing About These Bonuses
They are fixed gains, not Potential rolls.
For example:
Star-Up 1
20 Dewdrop Crystals → ATK +10 and BREAK +5
There is no random result to chase.
That makes Resonance particularly useful when you're building a specific long-term Aniimo.
Aniimo Resonance Star-Up Costs
The Dewdrop Crystal requirement increases as you move through the Star-Up sequence.
The documented progression uses:
- 20 crystals for Star-Up 1
- 25 crystals for Star-Up 2
- 30 crystals for Star-Up 3
- 40 crystals for Star-Up 4
- 50 crystals for Star-Up 5
- 60 crystals for Star-Up 6
The important thing is that the material cost grows as you move through the progression.
If you're working toward later Resonance stages, don't spend all of your crystals on the first Aniimo you capture simply because its initial upgrades are inexpensive.
What Happens When You Finish a Resonance Stage?
Completing the Star-Up nodes in a stage does not simply finish Resonance.
It unlocks the next Ascension.
The basic process is:
Complete Star-Ups → meet the level requirement → pay Ascension materials → unlock the next stage
The next stage then provides another set of Star-Up opportunities.
This creates a repeating progression loop throughout the Resonance system.
You can therefore think about Resonance as a staircase:
Star-Up → Star-Up → Ascension → Star-Up → Star-Up → Ascension
The number of Star-Up positions and the requirements increase as you progress.
How Resonance Ascension Works
Ascension is the progression gate between Resonance stages.
Once the required Star-Ups have been completed, the Ascension screen shows the requirements for entering the next stage.
These requirements can include:
- A minimum Aniimo level
- The required Dewdrop Crystals
- An applicable elemental material
- Additional materials for later progression
The level requirement becomes increasingly important as you move further through the system.
Leveling Alone Does Not Perform Ascension
Reaching the required level only satisfies the level requirement.
You still need to open the Resonance screen and provide the required materials.
So if an Ascension appears locked, check both:
- Your Aniimo's level.
- The required progression materials.
What Does Stage 2 Ascension Give You?
The first major Ascension example gives a useful indication of how the system changes as you advance.
Stage 2 provides:
- HP +2%
- ATK +2%
- BREAK +2%
This is different from the flat Star-Up bonuses.
For example:
- Star-Up: ATK +10, BREAK +5
- Ascension: HP +2%, ATK +2%, BREAK +2%
That distinction is important because Resonance combines flat attribute gains from Star-Up with stage-based bonuses from Ascension.
The Resonance interface also changes as you advance, making it easier to see that you've entered a new progression stage.
Resonance Materials You Need
There are several material categories to keep track of.
Dewdrop Crystals
These are used for Resonance Star-Ups.
The relevant crystal depends on the Aniimo's Resonance requirements. For example, Pebbling's documented Star-Up uses Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystals.
Elemental Materials
Elemental materials are used during Ascension.
The exact material depends on the progression requirement shown for the Aniimo.
Flux Crystal
Flux Crystal functions as a universal substitute for applicable elemental progression materials.
It is especially useful when you don't have enough of the specific elemental material required for an Ascension.
Later-Stage Materials
The later Resonance stages introduce additional requirements, so you should not assume that the first Ascension cost represents the entire system.
As you approach a new stage, check the Ascension screen before spending your remaining resources.
What Are Dewdrop Crystals Used For?
Dewdrop Crystals are the primary material used for Resonance Star-Up.
The specific crystal required depends on the Aniimo and the progression shown on its Resonance screen.
For example:
- Pebbling → Breezy Plains Dewdrop Crystal
A Star-Up screen shows:
- The required Dewdrop Crystal
- The amount you currently own
- The amount needed for the upgrade
- The attributes you will gain
This makes the Resonance screen the best place to check your immediate requirements.
Where Can You Get Dewdrop Crystals?
Dewdrop Crystals can be obtained through progression and gameplay activities, including sources associated with:
- Elite Training
- Alpha encounters
- Other progression rewards
The exact source can vary by material.
If you're specifically farming for Resonance, check the item description for the crystal your Aniimo requires instead of assuming every activity provides the same regional material.
What Are Elemental Materials Used For?
Elemental materials are associated with Resonance Ascension rather than the ordinary Star-Up nodes.
A useful way to remember the distinction is:
- Dewdrop Crystals → Star-Up
- Elemental materials → Ascension
The exact elemental material can vary according to the Aniimo's progression requirements.
For example, one Ascension screen may require a Water/Ice-related material while another creature can have a different elemental requirement.
Always check the Ascension screen before farming.
What Does Flux Crystal Do in Aniimo?
Flux Crystal is a universal progression material that can substitute for applicable elemental materials during progression.
This makes it useful when an Ascension requires an elemental material you don't currently have enough of.
Instead of treating Flux Crystal as another ordinary Star-Up currency, think of it as a flexible substitute for applicable elemental requirements.
What Flux Crystal Is Not
Flux Crystal is not a universal replacement for every Resonance material.
In particular, it does not replace the regional Dewdrop Crystal required for a Star-Up node.
The distinction is simple:
Flux Crystal is also classified as an Evolution Material and can function as a universal substitute for applicable evolution-stone requirements.
Can Flux Crystal Replace Elemental Materials?
Yes, when the relevant progression accepts Flux Crystal as the substitute.
However, it does not replace the Dewdrop Crystal requirement for ordinary Star-Up.
How to Get Resonance Materials
If you're planning to push an Aniimo through multiple Resonance stages, material farming should be done with the complete progression path in mind.
Elite Training
Elite Training is an important source of Resonance-related materials, including Dewdrop Crystals and Flux Crystals.
This makes it particularly relevant if you're actively building an Aniimo and want to continue investing in its Resonance progression.
Alpha Aniimo
Defeating Alpha Aniimo can also provide Resonance-related materials.
Dewdrop Crystals are among the materials associated with Alpha encounters.
Other Flux Crystal Sources
Flux Crystals can also come from several progression and reward sources, including:
- Elite Training
- Upgrade Level progression
- Companion Handbook rewards
- Shops
- Chests
Because Flux Crystal has multiple uses, keeping some in reserve can give you more flexibility when an elemental material becomes the bottleneck.
Aniimo Resonance Stages Explained
Aniimo Resonance is divided into 7 stages.
Each stage expands the progression path and increases the amount of investment required.
The important difference between stages is not simply the number displayed on the screen. Later stages introduce additional bonuses and progression systems that make Resonance increasingly important for long-term Aniimo development.
Stage 1
Stage 1 begins the Resonance progression and provides the first Star-Up position.
The first documented Star-Up node requires 20 regional Dewdrop Crystals and provides a flat attribute increase.
Stage 2
Stage 2 introduces the first major Ascension bonus and expands the Star-Up path.
The documented Ascension bonus includes:
- HP +2%
- ATK +2%
- BREAK +2%
Stage 2 contains two Star-Up positions in the progression.
Stage 3
Stage 3 adds another Star-Up position.
The progression continues to alternate between Star-Up investment and Ascension as you work toward the later stages.
Stage 4
Stage 4 adds Counter Boost to the Resonance progression.
This expands the system beyond straightforward attribute increases.
Stage 5
Stage 5 adds a Capability Awakening Count to the progression.
This gives higher-stage Resonance investment additional value beyond the ordinary Star-Up stat bonuses.
Stage 6
Stage 6 adds another Capability Awakening Count.
At this point, Resonance has become a substantial long-term progression system rather than simply a way to add a few extra combat stats.
Stage 7
Stage 7 is the final Resonance stage in the documented progression.
Reaching the later stages requires significantly more resources, which is why Resonance is best approached as long-term development for Aniimo you expect to keep using.
Recommended Resonance Upgrade Order
If you have just obtained a strong Aniimo, the simplest way to approach Resonance is to build the creature first and then work through its Resonance stages.
- Raise the Aniimo to the required level.
- Complete every available Star-Up node.
- Check the next Ascension requirements.
- Save the required materials for Ascension.
- Unlock the next Resonance stage.
- Continue Star-Up in the new stage.
- Use Inheritance later if you find a better compatible Aniimo from the same family.
This prevents you from getting stuck after completing a Star-Up because you spent the materials required for the next Ascension.
For information about moving eligible progression between Aniimo, see our Aniimo Inheritance Guide: How to Transfer Levels, Training & Progression.
Should You Spend Resonance Materials Immediately?
Not necessarily.
Resonance investment is permanent, so it makes more sense to spend large amounts of material on an Aniimo you expect to keep.
This is especially important if you're still searching for:
- A higher-quality Aniimo
- A Perfect Aniimo
- A better Personality
- A better Potential setup
- A creature with the role or typing you actually want
Early Star-Up costs are relatively manageable, but the requirements increase as you progress.
A Practical Approach
If an Aniimo is clearly going to be part of your long-term team, progressing its Resonance can make sense.
If you're still experimenting with several versions of the same family, consider stopping at a lower investment point until you know which individual you want to keep.
This becomes particularly useful because Inheritance can move eligible progression to another Aniimo of the same family.
Can Resonance Progress Be Transferred?
Yes. Resonance investment can be migrated through the Inheritance system when the Aniimo meet the relevant compatibility requirements.
Inheritance is designed to let you move trained progression between compatible Aniimo from the same family.
The system can transfer eligible trained progression and spent resources rather than forcing you to start completely from zero on the replacement.
This is particularly useful if you invest heavily in one Aniimo and later obtain a better individual from the same family.
For the full mechanics, including the transfer requirements, see our Aniimo Inheritance Guide.
Why This Matters for Resonance
Resonance is permanent investment, but that does not necessarily mean every resource is wasted when you eventually replace an Aniimo.
Inheritance gives you a way to migrate eligible progression within the same family.
That is another reason to think of Resonance as part of a long-term creature-building system rather than a disposable upgrade.
Resonance vs Potential and Awakened Potential
Resonance, Potential and Awakened Potential all improve an Aniimo, but they do it in different ways.
Resonance
Resonance provides fixed progression through:
- Star-Up attribute bonuses
- Ascension bonuses
- Higher-stage progression
- Additional late-stage capabilities
The bonuses are predictable.
Potential
Potential determines the Aniimo's individual stat potential.
It includes:
- Innate Potential
- Acquired Potential
- Total Potential
Potential has its own limits and progression mechanics.
For a deeper breakdown, see our Aniimo Potential Guide: Innate & Acquired Potential Explained.
Awakened Potential
Awakened Potential is another long-term investment system that uses resources such as:
- Stardust
- Star Sand
- Star Essence
These resources are used to advance the Aniimo's potential further.
The Simple Difference
Think about the three systems this way:
A strong long-term Aniimo can therefore benefit from multiple systems working together rather than relying on Resonance alone.
How Resonance Affects CP
Resonance contributes to an Aniimo's overall progression and therefore affects its Combat Power (CP).
CP is not based on Resonance alone.
The game's progression systems combine multiple factors, including:
- Aniimo level
- Base and acquired stats
- Potential-related progression
- Awakened Potential
- Resonance Star-Up
- Resonance Ascension
- Carried Items
This means a creature with a higher CP is not necessarily higher quality in every individual category.
For example, Resonance can increase specific attributes while another Aniimo may have better Potential or different combat characteristics.
Use CP as a quick overall progression indicator, but check the individual stats and build before deciding which Aniimo is better suited to your team.
Common Resonance Mistakes
1. Spending every Dewdrop Crystal immediately
The first Star-Up nodes are relatively inexpensive compared with later requirements.
If you're still deciding which Aniimo to keep, don't assume every creature needs maximum Resonance investment.
2. Confusing Star-Up with Ascension
They are connected but different.
Star-Up fills progression nodes and grants fixed attribute bonuses.
Ascension moves the Aniimo into the next Resonance stage.
3. Assuming Flux Crystal replaces everything
Flux Crystal is flexible, but it does not replace the regional Dewdrop Crystal required for Star-Up.
Its important role is as a substitute for applicable elemental progression materials.
4. Ignoring the next Ascension requirement
Before spending your final Star-Up materials, check what the next Ascension requires.
You don't want to complete a stage only to discover that you cannot continue because you are missing the required material or level.
5. Investing heavily before deciding on your Aniimo
Resonance is a permanent investment.
If you're still looking for a better individual from the same family, consider whether you want to commit large quantities of resources immediately.
6. Looking only at CP
CP summarizes multiple progression factors.
Always check the Aniimo's stats, Potential, role, typing and other progression systems rather than using CP as the only measure.
Aniimo Resonance FAQ
Is Resonance permanent in Aniimo?
Yes. Resonance is a permanent progression system for the Aniimo being developed.
Eligible invested progression can later be migrated through Inheritance when the relevant same-family requirements are met.
What is Star-Up in Aniimo?
Star-Up is the part of Resonance that uses Dewdrop Crystals to unlock progression nodes and provide fixed attribute increases.
What does Ascension do?
Ascension moves an Aniimo into the next Resonance stage after the required progression and materials have been completed.
It can unlock new stage-specific bonuses and additional Star-Up progression.
How many Resonance stages are there?
There are 7 documented Resonance stages.
The later stages require greater investment and introduce additional progression bonuses.
Can Flux Crystal replace Elemental materials?
Yes. Flux Crystal can function as a universal substitute for applicable elemental progression materials.
However, it does not replace regional Dewdrop Crystals for normal Star-Up nodes.
Can Flux Crystal replace Dewdrop Crystals?
No. Dewdrop Crystals remain the material used for the relevant Star-Up progression.
What should I upgrade first in Resonance?
First meet the required level, then complete the available Star-Up nodes, save the materials required for Ascension, unlock the next stage and continue the Star-Up progression.
Should I invest Resonance materials into every Aniimo?
You don't need to.
Because Resonance is permanent and later progression becomes more expensive, it is generally more practical to focus substantial investment on Aniimo you intend to keep long-term.
Can I move Resonance investment to another Aniimo?
Eligible progression can be migrated through Inheritance between compatible Aniimo of the same family.
Does Resonance increase CP?
Yes. Resonance contributes to the Aniimo's progression and therefore forms part of the factors reflected in CP.
However, CP also incorporates other progression elements, so it should not be treated as a complete measure of an Aniimo's quality.
Final Takeaway
Aniimo Resonance is a long-term, predictable progression system built around two connected mechanics.
Star-Up uses Dewdrop Crystals to provide fixed attribute increases.
Ascension moves your Aniimo into the next Resonance stage and unlocks additional bonuses.
The most important material distinction is:
Dewdrop Crystals are for Star-Up, while Flux Crystal can substitute for applicable elemental materials during progression.
There are 7 Resonance stages, with later stages requiring more investment and introducing additional bonuses.
Because Resonance is permanent, the smartest way to approach the system is to avoid spreading expensive resources across every Aniimo you capture.
Build the creatures you actually intend to keep, complete their Star-Up progression, plan around the next Ascension, and use Inheritance when you eventually move your investment to a better compatible Aniimo from the same family.
For the other systems that determine whether an Aniimo is worth that investment, check the Aniimo Potential Guide, Aniimo Personality Guide, and Aniimo Inheritance Guide.
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