The latest update in Anime Apocalypse does not just add new abilities. It shifts how players approach both raids and combat pacing. With the arrival of Cid Kagenou and Naoya Zenin, the game now offers two very different but equally powerful playstyles.
One leans into speed and fluid combos. The other is pure overwhelming power.
How to Unlock Naoya Zenin (Projection Sorcery)
Naoya is the more straightforward unlock, which makes him a great starting target.
Steps to get Naoya:
- Go to the main lobby NPC (center area)
- Accept the questline
- Complete all required objectives
- Claim Projection Sorcery as your reward
There is no RNG here. It is just progression.
Why Naoya Feels So Good
Naoya’s kit is built around:
- Smooth combos
- Fast chaining attacks
- Low cooldown pressure
What stands out immediately is how fluid everything feels. His M1 combo flows cleanly into abilities, making him easy to pick up but still satisfying to master.
He is not just strong. He is consistent.
How to Get Cid Kagenou (Atomic Ability)
Cid is a completely different story.
Unlock method:
- Complete the new raid
- Earn the ability as a low drop chance reward
- Or buy it from the raid shop
This means one thing. Expect grinding.
The Raid Difficulty (Important Warning)
This raid is noticeably harder than previous ones.
- Boss damage is extremely high
- “Atomic” attacks can one-shot underprepared builds
- Positioning and survivability matter a lot
If you go in casually, you will get wiped quickly.
Cid Kagenou Showcase (Why Everyone Wants Him)
Cid’s ability revolves around:
- Massive AoE damage
- Long-range impact
- High burst potential
The moment you use it, the difference is obvious.
He does not rely on combos like Naoya. Instead, he dominates space. You clear enemies faster, hit harder, and control fights more easily.
Current Power Level
Right now, Cid feels borderline overpowered.
- Huge range
- Strong AoE coverage
- High damage output
If you are focused on PvE or raids, this is one of the strongest abilities you can get.
Naoya vs Cid (Which One Should You Get First?)
This depends on how you play.
Go for Naoya if:
- You want something reliable early
- You prefer fast-paced combat
- You do not want RNG grinding
Go for Cid if:
- You want top-tier damage
- You can handle harder raids
- You are okay with grinding for drops
Naoya is the smoother experience.
Cid is the stronger payoff.
Hidden Detail: Cooldowns Matter
One thing players quickly notice:
Naoya:
- Short cooldowns
- Easy ability spam
- Consistent pressure
Cid:
- Higher impact moves
- More timing-based usage
- Bigger reward per ability
This difference alone changes how you approach fights.
This update does a great job of offering two completely different experiences.
Naoya gives you control and flow.
Cid gives you raw dominance.
If you are just starting, Naoya is the safer pick. But if you are aiming for endgame strength, Cid is hard to ignore right now.
And honestly, once you try both, it is hard to go back to older abilities.