Honkai Impact 3rd is set in an alternate version of Earth, plagued by catastrophes resulting from the Honkai. The Honkai is largely viewed as a malevolent force. has the ability to corrupt humans, create various monsters, and imbue certain individuals with god-like powers. These super-powered humans are known as Herrschers. The game takes place in the year 2015 of the Current Era. The Previous Era having ended 50,000 years prior.