Core system
Evolution: Lumen → Gamma → Nova
Three stages every species climbs, the branch choices that lock a role, and the regional, weather and rare forms that change a creature's destiny.
The three stages
Every species rises Lumen → Gamma → Nova. Nova is the final form; how you reach it — by level, an evolution item, or a regional condition — depends on the species in question.
Lumen
The first form every creature starts in. Base stats and starting moves are set here, and it is where most growth decisions begin.
Gamma
The intermediate stage reached through normal leveling. Stats rise, and some skills and role options unlock before the final step.
Nova
The final form. Reached via level, an item, or a regional condition depending on the species. This is where a build is typically committed.
Branch evolutions
Some species split into two Nova forms, chosen through an item or a location. The choice locks in stats, skills and role, so plan the branch before you commit the evolution.
There is no going back once a Nova form is set. Read your team's needs first, then evolve on purpose rather than by habit.
Regional & weather variants
The same species can appear as a different variant in specific habitats. BudClaw, for example, has a Coconut Beach area variant that boosts Water ATK while it rains.
Variants change the box you build around, so check the habitat and weather before you hunt a specific creature.
Sparkling
A rare, low-trigger wild colour form. Hunt long enough and the colour variant finally shows — worth the patience for collectors.
Prismana
Flat odds of appearing, tied to the Companion Handbook's Prismana egg. You also earn one free Prismana form at Junior Wayfarer rank.
Umbrell
The endgame variant that guarantees Perfect Potential — a confirmed launch change, ideal for endgame team building.
Plan before you commit
Whether it is a branch split, a weather-born regional form, or one of the rare Sparkling / Prismana / Umbrell hunts, the common rule is the same: know the destination before you evolve. Nova is final, and the rarest forms are meant to be chased with intent.