Z23
Z23, commonly called "Nimi" by fans and friends, is a Type 1936A destroyer from the Iron Blood faction in Azur Lane. She's best known as one of the game's starter ships, which cemented her place as a central character in the franchise.
Despite the factional divide—Nimi and Ayanami belong to the Crimson Axis while Javelin and Laffey represent Azur Lane proper—the four are genuinely close friends. The franchise consistently shows them hanging out and enjoying each other's company, which has made their dynamic a fan favorite. This friendship takes center stage in Azur Lane: Slow Ahead!, where all four serve as the main cast, really driving home how important their bond is to the overall narrative.
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